Courtyard by Marriott Taiyuan  

In Taiyuan, Shanxi — located in the Xiaodian area and just a short drive from Shanxi University and Yingze Park. Address: No. 118 Pingyang Road, Zonggaishifan District, so you’re perfectly placed for campus runs and city wandering.

This spa hotel houses 183 air-conditioned rooms with minibars, Smart TVs and private bathrooms featuring rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Expect modern, relaxed décor, concierge services and a small on-site shopping area for convenient touches.

Spa with massages, body treatments and facials, plus an indoor swimming pool, gym/fitness center and a garden to unwind in. On-site bar and restaurants, 24-hour front desk, complimentary wired and wireless internet, free self-parking, elevators and laundry/dry-clean services (fees apply).

Complimentary wired and wireless internet throughout the property and 24-hour reception to keep your schedule on track. Concierge and lobby newspapers add extra convenience for working travelers.

Two restaurants and a coffee shop/café serve breakfast, light bites and drinks. Continental breakfast is available daily for a fee, plus a bar for after-meeting unwinding.