The Castle Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dalia — Hotel in Dalian City

The Castle Hotel has been a landmark in the city of Dalian, China since its establishment back in 2014. Its palatial Bavarian castle façade and luxury amenities attract travelers around the world to visit Dalian just to stay at the hotel.||||Even travelers like me, who did not choose to stay at this hotel, must come to give it a visit to its public areas.||||The hotel is only steps from Xinghai Square, the city square, and minutes’ drive from most of the sightseeing sites. If you would like to come via public transportation, the subway station is about 20 minutes’ walk away. During frequent raining weathers this season and heavy winds near the sea, taxi is a better way.||||Because the hotel is situated atop Lianhua Mountain. There is a short climbing from the gate to the actual entrance into the building. Visitors not staying the hotel can walk or take the hotel golf cart. The walk takes about 20 minutes. Those staying at the hotel can also drive their own vehicles to the parking lot.||||On the way up to the hotel, the first to pass is the selling center of the castle. The majority of the castle is the hotel, but the right wing is open to real estate buyers.||||The hotel occupies the center building of the castle. It has 263 guest rooms and 29 guest suites on 19 floors. The castle also has an extended part to the right.||||After reaching the end of the road, the front entrance of the hotel came into view. From the front entrance, you can get the best view in Dalian overlooking the Xinghaiwan Bridge above the ocean. This bridge has an incredible 6,000-meter length.||||Turn right a little bit, you can see Dalian Shell Museum (shell-like building) and Grant Hyatt Dalian (tall building after the museum).||||On both sides of the main entrance, trees and grasses are planted to add a little vibrant green.||||Enter the hotel, first came into eyes is the magnificent lobby and front desk. Needless to say much, look at the pictures.||||Pass through the front desk area, the lobby came into view. Guests can enjoy afternoon tea here while admiring the luxury. During the pandemic when the executive lounge is closed, this is also the place to enjoy happy hour.||||Look up, the ceiling is decorated by a huge glass dome with warm lights.||||According to some report, the owner of the hotel is also a collector. Many furniture in the hotel are bought from Europe at a big price and then shipped to China. Walking in the hotel feels like walking in a European museum.||||Even the door of the elevator are fully made of copper.||||From the floor guidance, we can see that there is a buffet restaurant and a Chinese restaurant on the first floor. Second floor has a few ballrooms. The fitness center and SPA are on the third floor. On the fifth floor, there is a bar, a cellar, and an esplanade.||||Now let us go to the fifth floor to take a look at the esplanade.||||Here, you can enjoy the extended view of the blue sky and ocean.||||This is a great place for portrait pictures.||||There is also a small fountain decorated by lavender.||||There is a beautiful garden on both sides of the esplanade. Walking inside feels refreshing like you are not in a noisy city anymore.||||The Castle Hotel, Dalian is definitely a place that I will come again in the future. Hope next time I have the chance to stay in the hotel to fully experience its services.||||This time, even it is just a short visit to the public areas, I can already feel the luxury in its brand, the Luxury Collection. As a hotel built in 2014, I cannot feel its aging at all. All furniture is clean and shows its originally resplendent.||||The collections in the hotel make a further distinction from normal business hotels. For travelers who want to experience a difference, I highly recommend the castle.||||Many Luxury Collection hotels in China were rebranded in the past few years. Hope this unique brand can keep its top place in Dalian.||||Thanks...

The Castle Hotel has been a landmark in the city of Dalian, China since its establishment back in 2014. Its palatial Bavarian castle façade and luxury amenities attract travelers around the world to visit Dalian just to stay at the hotel.||||Even travelers like me, who did not choose to stay at this hotel, must come to give it a visit to its public areas.||||The hotel is only steps from Xinghai Square, the city square, and minutes’ drive from most of the sightseeing sites. If you would like to come via public transportation, the subway station is about 20 minutes’ walk away. During frequent raining weathers this season and heavy winds near the sea, taxi is a better way.||||Because the hotel is situated atop Lianhua Mountain. There is a short climbing from the gate to the actual entrance into the building. Visitors not staying the hotel can walk or take the hotel golf cart. The walk takes about 20 minutes. Those staying at the hotel can also drive their own vehicles to the parking lot.||||On the way up to the hotel, the first to pass is the selling center of the castle. The majority of the castle is the hotel, but the right wing is open to real estate buyers.||||The hotel occupies the center building of the castle. It has 263 guest rooms and 29 guest suites on 19 floors. The castle also has an extended part to the right.||||After reaching the end of the road, the front entrance of the hotel came into view. From the front entrance, you can get the best view in Dalian overlooking the Xinghaiwan Bridge above the ocean. This bridge has an incredible 6,000-meter length.||||Turn right a little bit, you can see Dalian Shell Museum (shell-like building) and Grant Hyatt Dalian (tall building after the museum).||||On both sides of the main entrance, trees and grasses are planted to add a little vibrant green.||||Enter the hotel, first came into eyes is the magnificent lobby and front desk. Needless to say much, look at the pictures.||||Pass through the front desk area, the lobby came into view. Guests can enjoy afternoon tea here while admiring the luxury. During the pandemic when the executive lounge is closed, this is also the place to enjoy happy hour.||||Look up, the ceiling is decorated by a huge glass dome with warm lights.||||According to some report, the owner of the hotel is also a collector. Many furniture in the hotel are bought from Europe at a big price and then shipped to China. Walking in the hotel feels like walking in a European museum.||||Even the door of the elevator are fully made of copper.||||From the floor guidance, we can see that there is a buffet restaurant and a Chinese restaurant on the first floor. Second floor has a few ballrooms. The fitness center and SPA are on the third floor. On the fifth floor, there is a bar, a cellar, and an esplanade.||||Now let us go to the fifth floor to take a look at the esplanade.||||Here, you can enjoy the extended view of the blue sky and ocean.||||This is a great place for portrait pictures.||||There is also a small fountain decorated by lavender.||||There is a beautiful garden on both sides of the esplanade. Walking inside feels refreshing like you are not in a noisy city anymore.||||The Castle Hotel, Dalian is definitely a place that I will come again in the future. Hope next time I have the chance to stay in the hotel to fully experience its services.||||This time, even it is just a short visit to the public areas, I can already feel the luxury in its brand, the Luxury Collection. As a hotel built in 2014, I cannot feel its aging at all. All furniture is clean and shows its originally resplendent.||||The collections in the hotel make a further distinction from normal business hotels. For travelers who want to experience a difference, I highly recommend the castle.||||Many Luxury Collection hotels in China were rebranded in the past few years. Hope this unique brand can keep its top place in Dalian.||||Thanks...

Wonderful Family Stay at The Castle DalianWe stayed as a family for four nights at The Castle Dalian and thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Our spacious and beautifully decorated room on the 12th floor offered stunning views of the sea, making our stay truly memorable.The hotel’s entrance lobby is impressively large and elegantly designed, creating a welcoming atmosphere right from the start. For families with children, there is a large play area available, which requires an additional fee. Fortunately, hotel guests receive a discounted rate.Outside, the hotel boasts a charming small park with fantastic views over the bay and lovely landscaping—perfect for a relaxing stroll. The hotel is situated on a small hill, so the walk back to the city center is a bit long. However, the free shuttle bus service is very convenient, providing easy transport down to the city and back.Our room was thoughtfully furnished and very spacious, including a large and well-equipped bathroom. One minor downside was that there was only one power outlet next to the bed (on one side only), and no USB ports for charging phones, which would have been a nice addition.Breakfast and other meals at the hotel were delicious, with a rich selection of both Chinese and Western dishes to choose from. The only area for improvement would be the cleanliness of the restrooms in the breakfast restaurant, which unfortunately were often untidy and in need of more frequent attention.The swimming pool, maintained at 27°C, was not ideal for small children as there is no separate kids’ section. Guests should also note that wearing a swim cap is mandatory. The pool area includes a mini Finnish sauna and a steam sauna integrated into the changing rooms. However, there are only loungers next to the pool, so the sauna experience was quite different from the relaxing sauna visits we are used to in Europe.Overall, The Castle Dalian offers a lovely stay with beautiful views, excellent food, and family-friendly amenities, making it a great choice for travelers...