The 135th Canton Fair kicked off on April 15 and will run until early May. Many star-rated hotels in Guangzhou have geared up to offer special services for global buyers and exhibitors during this bustling period. Below are some recommendations.
White Swan Hotel (白天鹅宾馆)
Accommodation: The hotel offers fitness centers, outdoor pools, professional SPA treatments, and sauna rooms.
Catering: Both Western and Chinese dishes are on offer, including classic Cantonese cuisine. A food festival featuring authentic Nanjing food will last until April 22.
Transportation: Free shuttle buses between the hotel and the Canton Fair Complex; river ferry service with Western buffet breakfasts.
Special shows: A drone show will be held near the hotel on April 15.
Add.: No.1, Shamian South Street, Liwan District, Guangzhou (广州市荔湾区沙面南街1号)
Nearest metro station: Line 1, Huangsha Station (黄沙站)
InterContinental Guangzhou Exhibition Center (广州保利洲际酒店)
Accommodation: Each guest will receive a welcome gift set upon checking in, including an umbrella and thermos. The hotel also offers stylish room cards, which will be sent to guests as a souvenir.
Catering: Both Western and Chinese dishes are on offer. Guests can enjoy outdoor barbecue in the evening, quality steak and fresh seafood, Cantonese cuisine, as well as delicious desserts.
Transportation: Free shuttle buses between the hotel and the Canton Fair Complex, with cultural performances on the way back to the hotel.
Special service: Canton Fair registration counters are set up for overseas buyers. The hotel has set up a booth at the Canton Fair Complex to provide guests with on-site services and guidance.
Add.: No. 828, Yuejiang Middle Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou (广州市海珠区阅江中路828号)
Nearest metro station: Line 4 or 8, Wanshengwei Station (万胜围站)
LN Dongfang Hotel, Pazhou Guangzhou (琶洲岭南东方酒店)
Accommodation: Guests will receive complimentary drinks upon checking in, and certification services are provided as well.
Dining: Free tea breaks such as Lingnan specialty tea drinks and fruit plate snacks are provided in the welcome area on the 1st floor and the lobby on the 23rd floor. The hotel will also hold a beer festival.
Special service: There is a Canton Fair registration point in the lobby on the ground floor for overseas buyers.
Transportation: Free shuttle buses between the hotel and the Canton Fair Complex.
Add.: No. 1136, Xingang East Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou (广州市海珠区新港东路1136号)
Nearest metro station: Line 4 or 8, Wanshengwei Station (万胜围站)
Asia International Hotel Guangzhou (广东亚洲国际大酒店)
Accommodation: The hotel offers fitness centers and heated pools.
Dining: Seasonal Cantonese delicacies, a whiskey-themed bar with band performances, and Cantonese desserts are provided in the lobby.
Special service: Canton Fair registration points for overseas buyers.
Transportation: Free shuttle buses between the hotel and the Canton Fair Complex.
Add.: No. 326-1, East Huanshi Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou (广州市越秀区环市东路326号之一)
Nearest metro station: Line 5, Xiaobei Station (小北站)
Reporter: Holly
Poster: Mia
Editor: Nan, Monica, Abby, James
