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BEIJING -- area code (86-10)

• Four Seasons Courtyard Beijing
  9 Qian Ma Chang Hutong, Jiu Gu Lou Dajie, Utopia Map, 6405-7934, FAX 6405-7934, email. Five blocks south of the Guloudajie Station on the #2 Loop line. Gay-friendly traditional Chinese courtyard hotel located in a charming hutong (traditional low-rise Beijing neighborhood) ideally situated near the subway, Bell Tower/Drum Tower, and the lively, fascinating leisure activities taking place on the cobbled walkway around picturesque Houhai and Qianhai Lakes. Refined design echoing the hidden, inner world of old Imperial Beijing. Rooms are clean and charming, with the usual hotel amenities. Peaceful courtyard café is home to a number of cats, songbirds and a rabbit, plus a chance to meet other Utopian travelers. Enjoy drinks, traditional Chinese tea or a substantial breakfast including fresh local items and western favorites. Helpful staff and the friendly owner is a fount of useful advice on the local scene. Traditional Chinese medicinal massage also available on site. Utopia Member Discount
• Swissotel Beijing
  2 Chao Yang Men Bei Da Jie, Utopia Map, 6553-2288, FAX 6501-2501, email. Gay and lesbian-friendly hotel located in the central business district, super convenient access to the adjacent subway station and very close to much of the gay scene. Sophisticated, world-class accommodation. 430 rooms and suites, including a very cozy, elegant and pleasant Executive Floor Lounge. Several restaurants including an all day dining, Cantonese cuisine, and Japanese delicacies. Their health club and massage services are the perfect place to pamper and indulge yourself in this vibrant, booming city. Utopia Member Discount

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GUANGZHOU (Guangdong Province)
-- area code (86-20)

• Guangdong Victory Hotel
  53 Shamian Rd, 8121-6688, FAX 8121-6062. Perfect location on beautiful Shamian historical island with easy access to/from the city by taxi. The hotel has both a main branch, with beautiful executive rooms with safe and free Internet, and a nearby annex inside a heritage building near the park. Breakfast is US$6 and has a very good selection of foreign and Chinese foods to choose from. Staff are impressive: security writes down the license plate of every taxi that drops you off or picks you up; bellboys speak English and are extremely helpful, as are the desk staff. 7-11 just around the corner to stock up your mini-fridge. No problem for same sex couples if you book a double room.
• Sunshine Men's Club
  (See Guangzhou Sauna listings) is in a hotel for business travelers. Clean, with modern bathrooms and not expensive. Foreigners must bring a passport to check in, as with any other hotel. No problem with guests.

Harbin / Haerbin (Heilongjiang Province) -- area code (86-451)

• Tie Hai Hotel (Iron Sea Hotel)
  117 Hai Cheng Jie (near the train station), Nan Gang Qu, 366-6647. Known as an inexpensive place that is popular with tongzhi (gays). 铁海旅馆 : 南岗区海城街117号

HONG KONG -- area code (852)

• Gay Home Stay HK/Akistan Home Stay
  Kowloon City Rd, To Kwa Wan, 852-5100-6877, email. The only gay home stay apartment in Hong Kong, a member of G Sky Magazine. The apartments are situated in the heart of Kowloon in the To Kwa Wan district, conveniently across from the MTR Hung Hom Station to whisk you off to Mongkok, Yau Ma Tei, Jordan and Tsim Sha Tsui. It only takes 20 minutes to Central, Wanchai and Causeway Bay. There are 24 hours mini buses and local buses to/from To Kwa Wan to Kowloon, Hong Kong and the New Territories. Local transportation is fast and a easy when the MTR closes at midnight. Utopia Member Discount

Lijiang (Yunnan Province) -- area code (86-8891)

• Home 古城第一家
  30 Guangbixiang, Guangyijie, 888-518-6023, FAX 888-512-0322, email. A lesbian-owned and managed high-end boutique hotel in the old town of Lijiang. Very clean, peaceful and comfortable, with free Internet access, bar/entertainment room and a beautiful courtyard to sit around in. A G&L retreat for fellow comrades around the world. Utopia Member Discount 丽江古城光义街光碧巷30

NANJING (Jiangsu Province) -- area code (86-25)

• Zhongshan Hotel
  200 Zhongshan Rd, 8336-1888. Good central downtown location from which all attractions are a short taxi ride away. Executive rooms are huge with free Internet, king size bed, and living room set. No smoking rooms available. Clean and plush. Bathroom is large with separate shower and tub. Breakfast is fairly good, but mostly Asian flavors (there's a McDonald's next door if you really have to). Room safe is too small, but will hold most valuables. No problem for same-sex couples if you book a double room.

SHANGHAI -- area code (86-21)

• Astor House (Pujiang Hotel)
  15 Huangpu Rd, Utopia Map, 6324-6388. Shanghai's classic heritage hotel. Established in 1846 during the Qing Dynasty. Now retrofitted with modern rooms that maintain the heritage ambiance. Great location just minutes walk from The Bund and opposite the Russian Embassy. Easy to get taxis to and from. Large room safe for laptops and free Internet in executive rooms. Breakfast is OK, but the overlit dining room loops the same song by the Chinese Kenny G over and over. If you can, get a peek at their famous Peacock Ballroom and imagine the swinging Shanghai parties that took place there once upon a time. No problem for same-sex couples if you book a double room.
• Metropole Hotel
  The Bund, Utopia Map. One of Shanghai's classic old art deco buildings, although the interior has been modernized without much thought to period decor. Fantastic location just two blocks from the river. Low price for a mid-range hotel in this city. Hotel policy states no visitors in the rooms after 11pm.

XIAMEN (Fujian Province) -- area code (86-592)

• Lujiang Harbourview Hotel
  54 Lujiang Rd, 202-2922. Old heritage hotel, with contemporary modern room decor, perfectly located at the start of the Zhongshan Road shopping street and opposite the ferry to Gulang Yu historical heritage island. Rooms have free Internet and ocean view rooms have balconies. In-room safe is small, but will hold most valuables. Breakfast buffet is good. No problem for same-sex couples if you book a double room. Great value and reasonable rates.