WHERE TO STAY

Intercontinental Nanjing

Located in Greenland Tower, the 433 rooms reside between the 49th and 71st floors and afford excellent city views, as does Prime Restaurant Bar and Lounge on the 78th floor. Two Chinese restaurants specialise in Cantones Cantonese and Huaiyang cuisines, while two pillar-less ballrooms and seven function rooms cater for business events. The full-service spa is perfect for a post-work indulgence. www.ihg.com/intercontinental

The Wes Westin Nanjing

Overlook Overlooking Xuanwu Lake, The Westin Nanjing offers 234 contemporary guestrooms, all with Westin Heavenly Beds and 42-inch TVs. Three restaurants and bars includes the “Five Zen5es”, which serves local and regional Chinese cuisine, and there’s also a gym and a spa. Seven meeting spaces include the ballroom, which can host up to 450 guests. www.starwoodhotels.com/westin

Sofitel Galaxy Nanjing

Located in a 48-storey downtown tower, this smart business hotel offers 352 rooms, including 30 suites. Guests can dine in one of the Chinese, Italian and international restaurants, swim in a sky-lit indoor swimming pool or enjoy a leisurely game on the outdoor tennis court. Located in the nearby countryside, the hotel’s sibling property, Sofitel Zhongshan Golf Resort Nanjing, will reopen in August after a major upgrade.

www.sofitel.com

Shangri-La Hotel, Nanjing

Opening in Autumn 2014, this 670room luxury hotel is located in the Gulou District and offers scenic views of Xuanwu Lake. Dining options will include a rooftop restaurant, a Chinese restaurant and an all-day dining café. Also featured will be a health club with a 25-metre indoor pool and spa. Large meetings and banquets will be hosted in a 2,000sqm ballroom, while several meeting rooms will cater for smaller functions.

www.shangri-la.com