Gran Meliá Chengdu
High-Tech District, China
Gran Meliá sits by Jincheng Lake, with low buildings that draw on Sichuan architectural traditions and interiors shaped by the group's Spanish roots. It feels more removed from central Chengdu's shopping streets than a tower hotel, with lake views, an indoor pool and spa facilities encouraging time on the property. Chinese and international dining cover different moods. Choose it for a slower stay, and factor in travel time to the historic centre.