White Swan Hotel

Guestrooms at the White Swan are held only until 6 PM.

Instructions: After booking a reservation via this Web site, contact the property using the phone number provided in the reservation confirmation e-mail to arrange for a check-in later than 6 PM.

What to expect: A magnificent Chinese junk made of jade stands in the atrium-style lobby of the White Swan, which also features rockery, a waterfall, pond, and pavilion, said to resemble the landscapes of southern China. Sweeping views of the Pearl River can be seen from the lobby and many of the restaurants, which are filled with business people and Western visitors.

Amenity highlights: The White Swan has a full range of amenities, from ten restaurants to a comprehensive conference and business center. Squash courts, two outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center, and a health center with spa pool and sauna (and steam room in the men's section) add to the facilities. Traditional furnishings and décor add a distinctive Chinese flair to the public areas.

Insider tip: Built in the 1980s, the White Swan is known as one of the first higher-class hotels in China; guests have included U.S. and world presidents and monarchs. Shamian Island, on which the hotel stands, is a Colonial enclave with European-style buildings and a tranquil atmosphere, best appreciated in the early morning when locals enjoy tai chi and exercises in the leafy streets.

The hotel is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Self parking:
RMB40 (US$5–$15) per 24-hour period in a secure, outdoor parking.
Fees do not include tax and are subject to change without prior notice.

The White Swan's business center has a comprehensive range of facilities and business equipment for hire, as well as secretarial and translation services. The main 730-square-meter (7,850-square-foot) and 610-square-meter (6,560-square-foot) conference rooms are complemented by a wide range of meeting and boardrooms that cater to business functions and banquets. Click the link below for more details.

Business center: The White Swan's business center offers a wide range of services including:
Binding: RMB 30 (US$4) per booklet
Word processing in English and Chinese: RMB 70–90 (US$11–$15) per sheet
Secretarial services: RMB 100 (US$11–$15) per hour
Photocopying: RMB 1.5 (US$0.20) per sheet
All fee(s) subject to change without notice.
Rental equipment includes personal computers and scanners, data projectors, copy boards, slide projectors, TV monitors, and video and DVD players. The business center is open from early morning to late evening, and 24 hours during trade fairs. Fee(s) subject to change without notice.

Internet access: High-speed Internet access is available throughout the White Swan Hotel's conference facilities and meeting rooms (surcharges apply). Computers can be rented at the business center for an hourly rate.

Conference/function room(s): The 730-square-meter (7,850-square-foot) International Banqueting Hall seats up to 800 in various configurations for conferences, receptions, and exhibitions, and can also act as a restaurant providing Cantonese cuisine. When divided, the hall forms three separate function areas.

The White Swan Conference Room is a 610-square-meter (6,560-square-foot) space that faces the river. Nine Jade River function rooms vary in size from 55 square meters (590 square feet) to 74 square meters (800 square feet) and generally provide for a maximum of 24 people. Additional function rooms are available.

The White Swan has 843 guestrooms. Guestrooms are partly carpeted and partly tiled, with pastel décor and Chinese prints. Minibars, refrigerators, complimentary bottled water, and coffee/tea kettles provide refreshment. High-speed Internet access is charged on a half-day basis, but no more than a set limit in any one-month period. Cable/satellite TV channels include CNN, Star Sports, HBO, Discovery Channel, and National Geographic, as well as Hong Kong, Japanese, French, and German channels. Bathrooms have black-and-white trim, gold-colored fittings and white marble floors, plus extra-large towels.

Hirata Japanese Restaurant - Japanese sushi and teppanyaki grill. Traditional Japanese setting. Warm colors, wood paneling, and soft lighting. River views.

Song Bird Living Room - Casual second floor restaurant overlooking river and atrium garden. Armchairs and low tables. Caged songbirds compete with a piano player. Small buffet breakfasts, lunches and dinners, afternoon teas, refreshments, and cocktails.

International Banquet Hall - Hosts Cantonese conference banquets for up to 600. At other times, small screens divide the space into informal areas offering dim sum and light Cantonese food. Open all day.

Tao Tao Ting Function Rooms - Four rooms with Chinese décor, stained glass panels, and sofas. When not in use for business functions, offers private dining. Cocktails and Cantonese food; other cuisines on request for business functions only.

Hare and Moon Bar - Lobby bar with wines, spirits, and snacks. River views and Chinese-style furnishings. Open mid-morning until late.

River Garden Barbecue - Riverside buffet dinners. Informal setting with wrought-iron furniture. International cuisine. Outdoors; operates in fine weather only.

Deli Shop - Pastries, salads, hot and cold drinks.

The White Swan has two outdoor swimming pools, one freeform for relaxation and the other for exercising/lap swimming. The health club offers a fitness center with aerobics classes, as well as a spa tub and sauna. The men's section also has a steam room.

Shamian Island is a quiet residential area with limited traffic. Its tree-lined streets and riverside promenade provide good walking and jogging venues. Locals also do their exercises and tai chi early in the morning, and there is a children's playground. Several tennis courts are available for hire. The Guangzhou Luhu Golf and Country Club is 7.5 km (4.6 miles) from the hotel. Visits can be arranged through the hotel and cost RMB 300–500 (US$37–$62) per round per person for nine holes, RMB 350–600 (US$44–$72) for 18 holes (including the green fee, but not cart and caddie). Fees subject to change without notice.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.