JW Marriott Hotel Harbin River North  

In Harbin's Daoli district on the north bank of the Songhua River. Minutes from Ice & Snow World, Sun Island, the Siberian Tiger Park and Jinhewan Wetland Park, with free shuttle links to a nearby entertainment complex featuring a fun park and the world's largest indoor ski hall.

A full-service city hotel with about 350 rooms and suites. Many rooms boast 3.5 m ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows; selected guestrooms include LCD screens, bathroom phones, carpeting and complimentary instant coffee, with roomy winter views of the Ice & Snow World.

Wellness and recreation include an indoor pool, fitness center, yoga room, spa and massage facilities, plus a gym. Guests can take a free scenic shuttle to nearby sights and wake up to river or city breezes.

An all-day dining venue offers an international buffet breakfast and dinner. On-site Chinese dining highlights Guangdong, Hunan and Harbin flavors, and a German-style restaurant and bar pours brewed beer alongside hearty plates.