Professional Review

As the second Shangri-La to open in Xian, this hotel is hands-down a top-notch accommodation, yet its elegance still comes out feeling short on atmosphere. Perhaps it's the inconvenient location, 15 km east of the old city in a taxi, or the fact that nothing in the reception area (other than the granite horses that guard the front entrance or the partial pagoda-style facade) hints of China. Still, it's one of the only first-rate options for travelers looking to unwind with the dependable comfort