The Empire Hotel (Xinwangchao jiudian) is located in the Lohu district, and is adjacent to some of Shenzhen’s most famous scenic spots, including the Splendid China and Window on the World. This four star hotel is about 5 minutes from the railway station. There are more than 350 guestrooms and suites in this hotel. Each guestroom is spacious and comfortably furnished with air-conditioning, TV, IDD telephones and fridge facilities. Beyond the rooms the hotel has good facilities including a disco, a health club, sauna, an outdoor swimming pool, beauty salon, conference halls and business center. For dining the hotel is well provided with both Western cuisine, in the European Cafe, and Chinese food. There is also a tea house within the hotel.