Review: The Castle Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dalian

Satisfying travellers’ fairy-tale dreams, The Castle, a palatial Bavarian-style castle with 292 striking guestrooms and 67 exclusive residences has opened in China, situated atop the densely foliaged Lotus Mountain in the culturally rich city of Dalian. Sitting within the Luxury Collection portfolio, the Neuschwanstein-inspired hotel serves to offer impeccable luxury service, “sea-to-table” Cantonese dining, multi-function yoga rooms, the Kaiser Spa, meticulous ornamental decoration, a commanding architectural presence, and unbeatable views over Xinghai Square, Xinghai Bay and the Yellow Sea. Whilst holding such grandeur that seems only possible to exist in Disneyland, the enchanting hotel — and China’s newest tourist destination — is designed to echo Dalian’s blend of European, Russian and Japanese influences, along with traditional Chinese architecture, culture and history. Standard rooms start at £95/night, with grander rooms costing considerably more. Meanwhile a night’s stay in The Castle’s presidential suite is yours for £12,500/night.