Holiday Inn Express ZHENGZHOU ZHONGZHOU by IHG

The room size was average, and the facilities were a bit dated, probably because it's an older hotel. The service was quite good. Parking wasn't very abundant; it's in the same complex as other hotels, so if the spots near the entrance are taken, you have to park a bit further away. The gym is located in another hotel, so you'll need to walk a short distance to get there.

The room was absolutely satisfying. We arrived quite late, but the front desk staff was very patient and had our room ready. They even upgraded us, which was a nice bonus. Nannan at the front desk was particularly polite and helpful.

The rooms are really run down, which is understandable given this was the first Holiday Inn Express in Greater China and has been operating for over 20 years. However, the owner seriously needs to consider a phased renovation, otherwise, guests will definitely not return a second time.

Had a fantastic stay! Everything was great, from the front desk service to the cleanliness of the room and the overall environment. I'll definitely choose Holiday Inn Express Zhongzhou again when I'm back in Zhengzhou.

True to Holiday Inn Express standards, the room was spacious, clean, and the bed was comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and parking was convenient, which is great for those traveling by car. The room rate was excellent, offering fantastic value for money.

This hotel boasts an excellent location right next to Zijinshan Park and close to the original Fang Zhongshan Hulatang restaurant. There's a bus stop conveniently located downstairs. The view from the window is expansive, stretching for several kilometers, so you don't need to worry about privacy even without closing the curtains. It offers fantastic value for money. As a pleasant surprise, the front desk lady even gave us two complimentary souvenirs when we checked out!

This has to be the worst Holiday Inn Express I've ever stayed at. It feels completely disconnected from the InterContinental Hotels Group. First off, no room upgrade, and that's fine, I guess the Ctrip discount isn't a priority here. Then there's the room itself – it was damp, with decor that looked like it was from 20 years ago. The bathroom was tiny, and while there was a safe, there was no fridge, which I found ridiculous. The most shocking thing was the bed creaking loudly with every turn. Even a budget hotel shouldn't be this bad. They claim to be the first Holiday Inn in Central China, and after checking, it seems they did open in 2004, but the soft furnishings and facilities are just terrible.

The service from Zhu Zhu Chang Chang was very thoughtful, and they even gave a small gift. The hotel is quite good overall, aside from being a bit old. The soundproofing could use some improvement.