Zhengzhou, ChinaJinshui
Intercontinental Zhengzhou, an IHG Hotel
Opera-inspired city tower
Jinshui Zhengzhou, China
Opened
2023
Price
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Rated for
Design Wellness LocalOutside the door
The house
IHGOpera-inspired city tower
The hotel builds a polished stay around Henan opera traditions, bringing theatrical drama into Zhengzhou's busiest commercial district.
What it’s good at
Listed
Interiors by CCD incorporate pleated theatrical curtains and ancient Shang city motifs.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Dennis David City mall sits next door, and the green paths of People's Park are a short walk away.
The rooms
Beds have dark walnut headboards and blue wave-patterned rugs. Cognac leather armchairs sit beside wide city windows.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The pool and gym
The 25-meter heated lap pool adjoins a hydrotherapy jacuzzi, and the gym has Life Fitness machines.
Restaurant
Cai Feng Lou
Five private dining rooms set round banquet tables under crystal chandeliers, serving Cantonese cooking and Henan specialties.
At the table
LaB on 7 pours cocktails from thirty gins, and Commune prepares all-day meals across the seventh floor.
How it began
The tower stands on the former grounds of the Henan Yu Opera Theater, which inspired its stage-themed design.
Zhengzhou
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.