Shenzhen

The theme is pure Italian Renaissance, right down to the Venetian gondolier uniforms worn by the staff, and the wide spiral staircases and long hallways give the place an M. — Fodor's

An intoxicating blend of fun, flair, and sophistication, the Spanish-themed InterContinental Shenzhen has everything. — Fodor's

Well-located in the growing Futian District, The Langham is convenient for business and pleasure travelers alike, with ample amenities for both, and service that will help you make the most of them. — Forbes Travel Guide

Just an hour or so from cosmopolitan Hong Kong, Shenzhen was once known as the Middle Kingdom’s industrial hub. — Jetsetter

Stay here if you shop till you drop at Huaqjiangbei. There isn't much to look at from the outside but the rooms are comfortable. — Lonely Planet

IYHF hostel backing onto the achingly cool “Loft Creative Area”, a former factory now housing art galleries, cafés, bars and trendy offices. — Rough Guide

This hotel's retro space-age exterior, featuring rounded balconies that look as if they might detach from the mother ship at any moment, greets visitors arriving on the ferry from Hong Kong. — Fodor's

Rooms on the 8th floor or above have better views. The service is flawless. — Lonely Planet

A more wallet-friendly option in the OCT area, the Seaview is clean, comfortable, has river views, and tends to be popular with visiting artists. — Fodor's

If you're looking for a hotel that's as serious about its facilities as it is about its food, then the Grand Hyatt is for you. — Fodor's

The word "grand" defines every aspect of the Shenzhen Wuzhou Guest House, built by the municipal government to house dignitaries and now open to the public. — Fodor's

Inside a theatre complex is this boutique hotel featuring eclectic designs in its rooms. — Lonely Planet