Boutique Hotels in Tianjin

The Astor Hotel is the top choice for a solo city walk in Tianjin. Founded in 1863, it's known as the first hotel in China and is a national key cultural heritage site. It's less a hotel and more a living museum of modern Chinese history that you can actually stay in. Initially, I was concerned about the facilities being outdated in such an old establishment, but Ms. Chang and Ms. Ning's professional and attentive service immediately put my worries to rest. After check-in, a staff member escorted me to my room, providing detailed explanations about the hotel's historical and cultural background and the room's amenities along the way – very thoughtful and friendly. I stayed in the old wing, and the room was spacious. They even thoughtfully arranged a street-facing room, offering excellent views of the park opposite. Its location is superb. Stepping out, you're right on Jiefangbei Road, which leads directly north to Jiefang Bridge. The area is dotted with historic buildings, making for a very charming walk and perfect for a city stroll.

The hotel is quite large. When I first arrived at the main building's front desk to check in, there was only one male staff member. However, he didn't greet us immediately, but was busy with a female colleague who arrived later, doing who-knows-what. After waiting, the male staff member took our IDs and looked us up on the computer, then told us that our room wasn't in the main building and couldn't be checked in there. He then vaguely directed us to some building around the back. We followed his directions, but still couldn't figure out how to get there, so we had to call the hotel front desk for help. Eventually, we found the Li Quan Wan building, where our room was located, and checked in there. The room itself was very spacious, but felt a bit dated. During check-in, we provided our license plate number for parking fee exemption. However, when we drove out for dinner, we were stopped and asked to pay. We tried to contact the front desk (concierge) via WeChat messages and calls, but received no reply or answer. We had to call the main hotel front desk again to resolve it. Later in the evening, we needed more water and extra towels. Again, we tried contacting the front desk (concierge) via WeChat messages and calls, but initially got no response. They eventually replied and handled our request. The bathrobes in the room were old and unusable. In the outdoor hot spring area, not many pools were open, and the water in the open pools had a lot of floating debris.

We chose Tianjin Evergrande Hotel for our trip to Panshan, and the overall experience far exceeded our expectations. The hotel boasts luxurious and grand facilities, with a vast and well-equipped resort area. Among the holiday hotels near Panshan, it offers exceptional value for money. The hotel features a wide array of activities, including wonderful cultural performances at night, which create a fantastic atmosphere. It's a one-stop destination for dining, accommodation, and entertainment, saving us the hassle of going out. Special commendation goes to Ms. Zhao Hongxing at the front desk for her thoughtful and attentive service. As we had a relaxed itinerary, we requested a late check-out. Ms. Zhao Hongxing promptly helped us coordinate an extension, which resolved our concerns about our travel plans. The entire process was efficient and friendly, with great attention to detail. The overall service level is excellent, the environment is comfortable, and its proximity to Panshan Scenic Area makes it ideal for family trips or short getaways. We will definitely prioritize this hotel again on our next visit to Panshan. Highly recommended!