Shenzhen Velaye Hotel stands as a luxurious cruise ship in the city, located at No. 4001 Chunfeng Road, Luohu District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province. It is situated in the People's South International Trade Business Circle of Luohu District, close to the People's South Station of Metro Line 9. It is a 5-minute walk to Luohu Port, Luohu Railway Station, Guomao Subway Station, Jin Guanghua Shopping Plaza, and The MixC, making it very convenient for transportation. The hotel is 24 stories high and offers a variety of rooms and suites to create a cozy and comfortable journey for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel is equipped with a restaurant, conference center, fitness center, and a large outdoor parking lot, allowing guests to enjoy leisure and relaxation during their business trip. The hotel is scheduled for a comprehensive renovation and upgrade in 2025, with the theme of "sea cruise," aiming to attract young people striving in Shenzhen and help them set sail on the voyage of their dreams.
"Originally an older upscale hotel, the facade has been recently renovated, giving the entrance a modern and grand appearance.
Pros: The hotel boasts an excellent location, just a 10-minute walk from Luohu Port. While the room's original furnishings have a classic, somewhat dated feel, it was spotlessly clean and offered good value for money, especially at less than 400 RMB on a Saturday.
Minor drawbacks: 1. The hotel hallways have noticeably low ceilings. 2. Only 3 out of 5 elevators were operational.
Major Drawbacks: 1. The banquet hall entrance was directly adjacent to my room. An event was held there in the afternoon, creating significant noise. What's more, guests could only access the banquet hall via the guest room corridor, leading to a constant stream of non-guests passing by my door. If this is the unavoidable route for banquet access, then a room in this location should absolutely not be designated as a guest room; it's only fit for a storage or linen room.
2. The air conditioning (AC) was practically useless. Even set to 18℃ with the fan on high, it only produced a very weak, slightly cool breeze. It struggled all night, only managing to cool the room to 27.5℃, resulting in an uncomfortably hot night. I checked in around noon and only returned to my room after 11:30 PM. With an early check-out the next morning for Hong Kong, I simply didn't have the energy or time to request a room change. I find it hard to believe that the previous guest wouldn't have reported this AC issue."