Crowne Plaza Wuxi Taihu  

On the edge of Lake Tai in Wuxi's Binhu District, minutes from Liyuan Garden and Xihui Park. This 4-star upscale hotel sits close to Huishan Old Town, Three Kingdoms City and Lingshan Grand Buddha, and is a short walk from Sports Centre Metro Station. About 8 km from Wuxi Railway Station and 23 km from Sunan Shuofang International Airport — family-friendly and handy for sightseeing.

300 air-conditioned rooms mix modern tech and simple comforts — iPod docking stations, flat-screen TVs and refrigerators. Bathrooms feature separate tubs and showers with complimentary toiletries; rooms include safes, desks and daily housekeeping for a tidy, relaxed stay.

Take a dip in the indoor pool or hit the fitness center after a day exploring Lake Tai. Concierge and wedding services are on-site, complimentary wired and wireless internet keeps you connected, and free self-parking adds convenience. Unwind at the bar/lounge or order room service; continental breakfast is available for a fee.

Large event footprint with about 34,229 sq ft (3,180 m²) of conference space and 8 meeting rooms, plus a business center. Express check-in/check-out and complimentary high-speed wired and wireless internet make work easy.

Two on-site restaurants — including an Italian restaurant — plus a bar/lounge and room service. Options include continental breakfasts for a fee and straightforward, crowd-pleasing menus.