Crystal Orange Qingdao May Fourth Square Seaview

Traveling with my parents, it was my first time booking a hotel on Trip.com, and I really liked the hotel's name. The location is excellent, right across the street from the beach. Perhaps for safety reasons, the windows don't open very wide, which made taking photos a bit inconvenient. The bed in the room was spacious and comfortable. Although it was by the road, it was still relatively quiet at night, not noisy. Overall, it was good, but some small details weren't to our liking and felt a bit inconvenient.

Overall, my experience wasn't great. I had booked a Business King Room for two nights. When I arrived at the hotel in the early hours, the front desk told me there was one last 'side sea view' room with a nice view, and asked if I wanted to upgrade for an extra fee. I agreed. As soon as I entered the room, I noticed a faint, mixed smell of what seemed like smoke and air freshener, which immediately made me uncomfortable. There was also an open bottle of drinking water on the TV cabinet, which gave me the impression that the hotel's cleaning was subpar, as they hadn't even replaced the previous guest's unfinished water. Normally, I would have asked for a room change, but I was exhausted from traveling and it was very late, so I just wanted to get some rest and didn't bother. The next morning, when I woke up and looked out the window, the weather was beautiful and the view was indeed stunning, which somewhat offset the discomfort I felt the day before. It wasn't until the second night that I discovered how poor the soundproofing was. I could clearly hear the sound of water running from the taps in the adjacent room. Later that night, I was already asleep but was woken up by loud arguments from what sounded like guests in either the room above or to the side. There also seemed to be some intense running and jumping. In short, I could clearly hear the arguments, and felt the bed and floor vibrating. This brand is considered a mid-to-high-end hotel within the HUAZHU Group, and I noticed it was renovated in 2022 (two years ago). The room rate wasn't cheap either, so this level of soundproofing is truly disappointing. The most important thing a hotel should provide guests is a good quality of rest, after all.

Convenient transportation, enthusiastic service, and close to the sea. The service was excellent. We had a minor issue during our stay, and the front desk manager quickly resolved it. The breakfast was very rich and varied.

The hotel's location is excellent, with plenty of dining, entertainment, and shopping options nearby. The room facilities are comprehensive, and the cleanliness is impeccable. The soundproofing is also decent. The staff are friendly, and check-in was efficient. Overall, it was a comfortable stay and definitely recommended.

The biggest surprise of this stay was the breakfast! The taste exceeded expectations, and all the dishes were delicious – it was a very satisfying meal. The room was clean and tidy, and the location was convenient for getting around. My experience staying here for my trip was great, and I'll definitely consider this place again next time I visit.

Orange Crystal Hotel is conveniently located just 500 meters from May Fourth Square. The hotel environment is excellent, with very nice interior decoration. Our room was clean, bright, and well-equipped, with a separate wet and dry area in the bathroom. We stayed on the 12th floor, which offered views of the iconic 'Wind of May' sculpture at May Fourth Square and the beach. The hotel staff were attentive and friendly, and the breakfast was extensive. It's an excellent choice for both business and leisure travelers.

The hotel's location is fantastic, just a 10-minute walk to May Fourth Square. The first picture was even taken from my hotel room! However, during the off-season, the value for money at this hotel is a bit lacking. It's a pretty standard Orange Crystal hotel.