We booked two rooms for this hotel, as we were attending the Canton Fair ,and its close to the Pazhou complex. After reading the other two reviews that are posted , I feel its important to give another opinion. This is avery Chinese high- class hotel and as such it follows Chinese traditions.This is a good hotel.Within walking distance there is a large and vibrant typical Chinese neighbourhood, with many restaurants , shops and even a large Carrefour.( exit the hotel and walk to the right for about 6 minutes) Its a 10 minute cab ride to the Metro station ,and it will cost you about 10 RMB for the ride there. A cab to the centre of the city runs about 50 RMB ,or less depending on traffic and a cab to the airport runs about 120-150 RMB depending on traffic. All in all a positive hotel experience and very comfortable and secure.