Shangri-la Hotel,Harbin in Zhaodong

Overlooking the Songhua River, this modern, upscale hotel is a 4-minute walk from a bus stop and 3 km from the Saint Sophia Cathedral.Sophisticated rooms, elegantly decorated in subdued tones, feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars and tea and coffeemakers; some have river views. Upgraded rooms and all suites include club lounge access. Upgraded suites add kitchenettes, as well as living and dining areas.Breakfast is served in an international buffet eatery. There's also a lobby lounge and a restaurant offering Cantonese and Heilongjiang dishes. Other amenities include an indoor pool, a gym, a hot tub and massage facilities.