Kaifeng, ChinaLongting
Sheraton Kaifeng
Lakefront glass skyscraper
Longting Kaifeng, China
Opened
2020
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Luxe LocalOutside the door
The house
MarriottLakefront glass skyscraper
The glass tower anchors Kaifeng's new development zone, bringing high-rise hospitality to the shores of West Lake.
What it’s good at
Listed
Modern interiors reinterpret Song Dynasty aesthetics against floor-to-ceiling vistas of West Lake.
Listed
Chinese restaurant YUE prepares Henan dishes and banquets inspired by ancient Song texts.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
At 168 meters, this is the tallest building in Kaifeng, and the first Marriott property in the city: a marker of how Longting District's new development zone has grown up around West Lake.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Wanda Plaza sits right next door, and the ancient city center is a short drive south.
The rooms
Floor-to-ceiling windows look out over the lake or the city, and bathrooms have deep standalone soaking tubs.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Natural daylight fills the fifth-floor heated indoor pool, lined with marble walls and wide panoramic windows.
At the table
Feast sets out international buffets and local Kaifeng dishes from live open counters on the second floor.
How it began
Local developer Dahong Group opened the 168-meter tower in 2020 as Kaifeng's tallest building.
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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.