Title: Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=119572611&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel Hotel in Shenzhen with restaurant and fitness centre ## Photo gallery for Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel ![Premier Twin Room, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board - Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel (Shenzhen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119580000/119572700/119572611/9e0c002d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Business Suite, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board - Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel (Shenzhen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119580000/119572700/119572611/2e189e6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board - Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel (Shenzhen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119580000/119572700/119572611/a09f1f3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel (Shenzhen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119580000/119572700/119572611/c3c3d17c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel (Shenzhen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119580000/119572700/119572611/34d025d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies You can look forward to laundry facilities, a gym and a restaurant at Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Gym - Breakfast available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 28 - Jan 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=119572611&PinnedHotelID=119572611&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=119572611&PinnedHotelID=119572611&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 29 - Jan 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=119572611&PinnedHotelID=119572611&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=119572611&PinnedHotelID=119572611&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=119572611&PinnedHotelID=119572611&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=119572611&PinnedHotelID=119572611&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=119572611&PinnedHotelID=119572611&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=119572611&PinnedHotelID=119572611&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Business Double Room, Non Smoking ![Business Double Room, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119580000/119572700/119572611/c0b87241.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Business Double Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Printer Desk - City view - 890 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Premier Twin Room, Non Smoking ![Premier Twin Room, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119580000/119572700/119572611/9e0c002d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Twin Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Printer Desk Daily housekeeping - City view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Business Twin Room, Non Smoking ![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119580000/119572700/119572611/a09f1f3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Business Twin Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Mini-fridge Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Printer Desk - City view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Premier Double Room, Non Smoking ![Premier Double Room, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119580000/119572700/119572611/9f87bade.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Double Room, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Printer Desk Daily housekeeping - City view - Sleeps 2 - 2 King Beds ### View all photos for Premier Suite, Non Smoking ![Premier Suite, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119580000/119572700/119572611/2e6feb3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Suite, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Laundry detergent Laptop workspace - City view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Business Suite, Non Smoking ![Business Suite, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119580000/119572700/119572611/d38d1538.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Business Suite, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Laundry detergent Laptop workspace - City view - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FShenzhen-Hotels-Shenzhen-Yuetu-Hotel.h119572611.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FShenzhen-Hotels-Shenzhen-Yuetu-Hotel.h119572611.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Nanshan, a neighbourhood in Shenzhen, is home to Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel. Shekou Ferry Terminal and Shenzhen Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Window of the World and Shenzhenwan Science and Technology Ecological Garden. Sea World and Chinese Overseas City are also worth visiting. [Visit our Shenzhen travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shenzhen.dx6046792) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C22.53604%2C113.92013&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aNIha8v44giuKNJerDfYPkDgW_k=) Nantou Street, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518000 ### What's nearby - ![Wanna visit Holland without going out of Shenzhen? Go to the Dutch flower town, buy bamboo, bonsai trees and succulents 🎍](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3354/e091aac8-3a3b-462d-85f3-9cc9c258b4b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Xin'an Nantou Ancient City 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![This white building stands out among the others within the university campus as it has a futuristic look, making it one of the landmarks for the visitors to Shenzhen.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3354/7c27e391-da84-47d2-b9c4-f00644eb8084.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Shenzhen University 10 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Nanshan Museum 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Zhongshan Park 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Nanshan Flower Park 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Taoyuan Station 1 min walk - Xili Railway Station 7 min drive - Shenzhen (SZX-Shenzhen Intl.) 28 min drive ### Restaurants - 缪氏川菜 Miu's Sichuan Cuisine 6 min walk - 85°C Bakery Café (85度C) 6 min walk - Burger King 汉堡王 7 min walk - 米欧卡茶 6 min walk - 老田家木桶饭 6 min walk ## About this property ### Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel Hotel near Window of the World You can look forward to laundry facilities, a gym and a restaurant at Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and a front desk safe - A lift, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk Room features All 117 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and printers. 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24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift (89 centimetre wide door) - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Children's slippers - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Free bottled water ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Laundry detergent - Printer - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: noon ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children aged 8 and younger eat free breakfast Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CNY 38 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Property Registration Number 91440300MAEF08XLXU If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel? ### Where is Shenzhen Yuetu Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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