Tianjin

Make sure you reserve a room in the historic wing, rather than the modern wing – you'll be rewarded with a four-poster bed, parquet flooring and bundles of charm. — Lonely Planet

Located in a beautifully renovated stretch of hundred-year-old town houses known as the Minyuan Terrace, this Tiānjīn trendsetter has minimalist, all-white rooms that feature stripped-wood furniture and flooring, and tons of space. — Lonely Planet

This unique 11-room boutique hotel is housed in the 1910 former residence of Zhejiang warlord Yi Zhaoyun. It's refreshingly understated, yet subtly luxurious. — Lonely Planet

Friendly hostel, with a laid-back atmosphere and a pleasant location right in the middle of historic Wǔdàdào. — Lonely Planet

The 23-story hotel is a symbol of Tianjin's transformation into a thriving financial center for business travelers from around the world. — Star Service

Fancy five-star on the Haihe River with enormous rooms, local artwork and a Cantonese restaurant. — Jetsetter

Fuddy-duddy, pleasantly old-fashioned spot in the heart of the concession district. — Lonely Planet

The 159 rooms come with great views over the river, there's a 25-metre swimming pool, a gallery of local crafts and artworks and a luxury award-winning spa. — Time Out

Rooms are bright and attractively decorated with contemporary furnishings: trademark Heavenly Bed, rainforest shower and modern gadgets. — Lonely Planet

Friendly staff and a modern attitude make this hotel a great choice on the south side of Liberation Bridge, just off Jiefang Beilu. — Lonely Planet

Despite the weird-looking portico with overblown white pillars, this is an elegant hotel with smartly furnished, broadband-equipped and fresh rooms (with smallish bathrooms). — Lonely Planet

Aviva serviced apartments in central Tianjin comes with separate living and bedrooms, fitness studio, reading corner cafe, complimentary internet access. — Time Out

Only a 25-minute drive from Tianjin airport, The Somerset Olympic Tower Tianjin is within easy reach of Nanjing Lu and Jiefang Lu commercial areas. — Time Out

Exceptional central location. — Lonely Planet

Smart new cheapie by the riverside, with rooms that are a notch above those of the main budget chains. Try to nab a room with a river view; those. — Rough Guide