Crowne Plaza Yantai Sea View

Built in 2009, this 47-storey, 429-room hotel is wonderfully designed to satisfy the needs of both business and leisure travellers. Fully air-conditioned, the hotel welcomes guests into a lobby featuring a 24-hour reception and check-out service, safe, cloakroom, currency exchange facilities and lift access. There is a café, bar, pub and restaurant on site, and for an additional fee, guests can also enjoy room service. Business guests will appreciate the conference facilities, and WLAN Internet access is available throughout public areas. Those looking for a re-style should head to the hotel's hairdressing salon. Laundry services are also offered (fees apply), and guests arriving by vehicle may use the car park free of charge.

Each room has a floor area ranging from 36 to 58 m², as well as an unobstructed view of either the city skyline or the magnificent Yantai seashore. The en suite bathrooms feature a bath, shower and hairdryer, and in-room amenities include a 37-inch LCD TV, Internet access, safe and ironing set. The rooms also come equipped with double beds, air conditioning and heating as standard. Refreshments can be purchased from the minibar and guests will also find tea and coffee making facilities in the room.

Take a journey through the world of culinary delights available at this hotel. There are several dining options, each one especially designed to tantalise guests' taste buds. A continental breakfast buffet is served. A buffet is also offered for lunchtime and evening meals, as well as set menu and à la carte options.

There are two swimming pools on the hotel grounds, one of which is heated and indoors. Younger guests will enjoy the children's swimming area, while the poolside snack bar serves light refreshments by the water's edge. Sporty types will enjoy working out in the hotel gym or playing a game of tennis (fees apply to the latter). Those looking to relax will appreciate a soak in the hot tub or a trip to the sauna or steam room (fees apply). For an additional fee, massage and spa treatments are also available. Live entertainment programmes also feature at this hotel.