Xiamen, an island city, is famous for its beauty and marvelous oceans views.

In recent years, many top hotel chains have entered this promising market. Sofitel, Asia Gulf and Sheraton are being established in the city. In addition, budget hotels, such as Super 8, Home-inn, Shanghai Jinjiang and Nanjing Jinling, have also occupied part of the market. At present, there are 62 star-rated hotels, with two five-star and 12 four-star hotels.

As a Special Economic Zone, Xiamen is frequently crammed with various exhibitions. Thus, the hotels are in high demand from March to October. Tourists who want accommodation during this period are advised to book at least 20 days in advance.

Luxury Hotels
Mandarin Hotel, Xiamen
(5 star) Lake Park
Mandarin Hotel is a first class business and conference hotel set in a landscaped garden environment, completed with its own golf course. Since its opening in 1985, the hotel has established for guests an exquisite, quiet and elegant environment with Chinese cultural character. It also has the only combined residence and office building in China, providing excellent services for business guests. Moreover, the hotel is ideally located, less than 30 minutes drive from the airport, city center, train station and some scenic spots. It was redecorated in 2003 and now has a total of 208 rooms (suites).

Xiamen International Seaside Hotel
(5 star) Adjacent to the International Conference & Exhibition Center
Xiamen International Seaside Hotel was designed by B & H, a famous architectural design firm in Canada. It is connected to the international conference center by a corridor of glass, like a ship embarking on the sea. There are a total of 208 rooms in the hotel, of which 131 rooms are larger than 53 square meters and incorporate a balcony with sea views. There are also special guestrooms for the disabled and non-smoking floors are available. The hotel is about 10 minutes drive from the airport and 20 minutes drive from the harbor.

Mid-range Hotels
Lujiang Harbour-view Hotel, Xiamen
(4 star) near Lundu Station
Lujiang Harbour-view Hotel is across the sea from Gulangyu Island, and boasts a marvelous sea view. The seafood dish with traditional Chinese herbs served in the hotel is famous all over Southeast Asia. In addition, the hotel also provides various local snacks and dishes. It was opened in 1984 and redecorated in 1998, now having a total of 153 rooms (suites).

Xiamen Marine Garden Hotel
(4 star) on Gulangyu Island
Xiamen Marine Garden Hotel is a four-star hotel located on Gulangyu Island. Three sides are surrounded by sea. There is 24 hour ferry service to Xiamen City. The hotel boasts a total of 87 rooms.

Budget Hotels
Kingty Hotel, Xiamen
(3 star) XianYue Park
Kingty Hotel is located in the Xian Yue Park Area, near Haicang Bridge, Gulangyu Island and SM Business Square. It is only 8 minutes drive to the train station and 15 minutes drive to the airport. There are 94 rooms in total.