Read the latest Intercontinental Hotel & Resorts properties reviews in Shenzhen—see what guests loved.
Posted on Aug 2, 2026|1 King Classic Accessible
MatangtianbutianI brought my family for a weekend getaway and chose the InterContinental Expo, and the overall experience exceeded my expectations. The hotel is very close to the Ice and Snow World, making it super convenient for outings with kids. The room was clean and bright. After communicating in advance, staff members Alfreda and Winnie thoughtfully prepared a baby crib and bed rails, showing great attention to detail. The whole room featured smart controls, the bathtub was spacious, and the toiletries were of excellent quality. The buffet breakfast offered a good mix of Western and Chinese options, with plenty of desserts and baby food that kids would love. The outdoor heated pool had a fantastic vibe and was perfect for photos in the evening. Linda was gentle and patient, and for our birthday stay, she even arranged complimentary room decorations, a cake, and a small toy gift. The public areas were designed with a high-end feel, great for Instagrammable moments everywhere. Parking was convenient, and concierge Chris proactively helped with our luggage. The entire stay was very comfortable. I highly recommend it whether you're traveling with family or on a short vacation.
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Price per night from:AU$112
Posted on Aug 5, 2026|2 Single Deluxe Room
Ko11ipopI used AI to summarize my overall stay, and here's my experience:
This stay was a disappointment because the hotel pool, which I specifically wanted to experience, was completely unusable for various reasons. It rained continuously for all three days of our stay due to bad weather, and on one day, an orange rainstorm warning was even issued. On top of that, my daughter inexplicably developed a fever on the first night. Although the hotel was very thoughtful and arranged a late check-out on the last day, my daughter hadn't fully recovered. Even when the rain stopped, the sky remained gloomy, and I didn't dare let her swim, which made this trip quite unpleasant. If I couldn't use the hotel pool, I definitely wouldn't have chosen this hotel to celebrate a birthday.
The hotel is located right next to Exit C of Overseas Chinese Town Metro Station, with only a short open-air section. However, if you're pushing a stroller, you need to be extra careful as there are a few steps along the way where you'll have to lift it. To get to the nearest Yitian Holiday Plaza, you need to take one stop to Window of the World, which is a bit inconvenient.
What I liked:
Simple birthday decorations were provided.
Room Quality and Design: The room was spacious and comfortable with a bathtub, and the lighting was easy to adjust. I particularly liked the reading/night light design next to the bed, which was very practical. (It would be even better if disposable bath liners/bags were provided, like in other hotels.)
Excellent Service Attitude: The front desk team provided excellent service, they were friendly and always smiling. I especially want to praise the male staff member in charge of the carousel; he performed magic tricks and managed the facility, all with a very kind service attitude!
Recreational Facilities: The outdoor playground and carousel facilities at the hotel were excellent, and my children had a wonderful time!
Areas for Improvement:
Room Amenities and Facilities: After the room was cleaned, the tea bags were not replenished. For a hotel of your caliber, the attention to detail in amenities is clearly lacking. Additionally, only instant coffee was provided in the room, with no coffee machine or milk, which is slightly inferior compared to other hotels in the same chain (such as Marriott or The OCT Harbour, Shenzhen – Blue Lagoon).
Fruit Quality Control: One of the apples in the welcome fruit platter in the room was rotten to the core when cut open. I hope the hotel can strengthen quality checks before delivering items to rooms to ensure fresh produce is provided!
Insufficient Bed Space: The double bed was relatively narrow, making it quite cramped for one adult and a 10-year-old child to sleep together, severely affecting sleep quality.
Overly Thick Mattress: The mattress thickness was a bit exaggerated, making the bed surface too high and very inconvenient for getting in and out of bed.
Facility Safety and Hygiene: In the small indoor building block playroom next to the outdoor playground, the blocks were slightly worn. I even found instances where the outer layer of some blocks had peeled off, exposing sharp wooden edges, which is very dangerous. Please make sure to strengthen cleaning and maintenance and immediately replace damaged facilities.
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Price per night from:AU$223
Posted on Aug 9, 2026|Upgrade Classic Ocean View Room
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First off, the check-in time was indeed quite long, but it's understandable given it was peak summer season. They even offered drinks while we waited, which was a nice touch! As an InterContinental member, I also received two complimentary drinks at the bar.
The hotel's facilities are excellent. I went for a spa treatment while my child and husband went swimming – a perfect arrangement. As soon as I finished my spa, the butler notified me that our room key was ready! There was also a welcome fruit platter in the room.
The room's view was absolutely unbeatable! We truly felt at home and enjoyed every moment.
However, I actually found the breakfast to be even better than the dinner buffet. The oil-splashed noodles at breakfast were delicious 😋, and the chef who made them had such character, clearly demonstrating his passion for food. I really admire him! Thumbs up to him! 👍
For dinner, the seafood wasn't very fresh; the oysters and crab meat were quite loose. Plus, on the second night, we wanted to try the Southeast Asian restaurant, but upon arrival, many dishes were unavailable, which was a bit disappointing, so we left to eat elsewhere. Also, the restaurant closes at 9:30 PM.
Overall, having stayed at this hotel over 10 years ago, returning now with my child, I still highly recommend it! The pool and beach are amazing, offering great privacy for guests! We will definitely be back 😊
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Price per night from:AU$343