On the outside, you see the Dragon Pearl Hotel next door and think you've made a mistake. I've been inside both and they are pretty equal. The hotel staff is not use to foreigners so be aware. They refused to fill out our foreigners registration forms for the group until we provided printouts saying that it was a requirement for Americans to register persuant to China law.

They had one of the biggest flash thunderstorms while we visited. The floor on the 9th floor was completely soaked and I nearly fell as we walked from the elevator to our room.

The 4th floor has a massage service that attracts a different group of clientale. My family and I witnessed numerous people coming specifically for a 4th floor visit. During my own visit to inquire about rates, my sister and I were leaving to re-consider and get some more money. 1 of the receptionist saw my passport and wallet in my pocket. Not believing that I had no money, she frisked me and proceeded to tell me that I was... more