Budget
Haiyun International Youth Hostel
This hostel boasts the fairly unique distinction of being housed inside an old Chinese warship moored at Tiger Beach. The whole hostel, from staff uniforms to rooms, is decked out in a nautical theme. Rooms vary from doubles to multi-person dorms. They claim to be part of Hostelling International, but they are not listed by them perhaps because the hostel does not accept foreigners.
Hotel Ibis Dalian
Completed in 2009, this hotel offers clean rooms and sits in the eastern side of the district. Free internet access in all rooms and 2 PCs for guest use in the lobby.
Midrange
Dalian Hotel
The place to stay for anyone interested in exploring the history of Dalian. Built in 1914 by the Japanese, designed by a Frenchman, the hotel is pretty much the only place to stay in Dalian that is older than 15 years and frequently plays host to visiting dignitaries when they are not staying at Bangchuidao. Its age means its facilities a small business center and gym can not compete with its more modern rivals but its character is unmatched. The Japanese restaurant in the hotel is one of the best in the city.
Grand Hotel
Probably the pick of the mid-range hotels in the eastern half of the city center, offers good sized rooms, decent facilities sauna, gym, optional broadband internet access in rooms and a decent variety of restaurants and bars in a very central location just off Zhongshan Square. Has drawn praise for its attentive and friendly staff.
Ramada
Fantastic location for train travelers. Includes a gym, swimming pool, free internet access in rooms and English speaking staff. Lots of trinket shopping close.
Somerset Harbour Court
Each serviced accommodation unit offers broadband Internet access, a home entertainment system and a fully-equipped kitchen.
Super 8 Hotel
Bohai Pearl Hotel
Closest hotel to the train station. Rooms are a bit outdated.
Regent
Next to Tiger Beach, offers great views and a convenient location for exploring the southern seafront of Dalian. Amenities are decent Chinese and Japanese restaurants, French café, gym, sauna if nothing spectacular.
Top end
Furama Hotel Dalian
A Japanese chain, considered to the city's finest hotel.
Harbour View Hotel
Best Western-run hotel is a little older than its competitors, as is evidenced by its blue-glassed 80s chic tower, but it still offers the usual facilities and the most convenient location for those arriving or departing from the harbor or interested in exploring the Sanba bar area.
Hotel Nikko
A hotel that is been through almost as many name changes as Dalian itself, now run by Japan Airlines it is an impressive building to look at with a particularly good western restaurant. Its post-takeover slight remodel makes it among the most up-to-date of the 5 star hotels. Best dim sum and Cantonese treats in town.
Intercontinental Dalian
Dalian's tallest building featuring a restaurant on the top floor. Completed in 2008.
Shangri-La Hotel Dalian
Part of the Hong-Kong based chain, the decor and faci1ities may not always be as up to date as its competitors, and the quality of service has received mixed reviews in the past. But, generally, the hotel offers everything you would expect from a five star hotel.
Swishotel
This hotel is a knock-off, having no affiliation with the Swiss-based Swissôtel like it once did the English name and all signage was forced to change, hence the name change, but the name remains the same in Chinese Mandarin, neutering any changes forced upon the hotel. Housed in a sleek, modern tower at the southern tip of the Qingniwa shopping area and offers splendid views over Labour Park. The food at various restaurants is not as reputable as it once was.