Location of Fraser Suites Dalian

Dalian is located in the southern tip of Liaodong Peninsula, surrounded by the Bohai Sea and Yellow Sea. With its beaches, lush parks and hills, and balmy summers, Dalian is a popular resort destination with locals from surrounding provinces looking for a relaxing getaway. Billed as one of the most liveable cities in China and the ‘Hong Kong of the North’, the second largest city in Liaoning Province has much to offer the visitor: swimming beaches, magnificent coastal views, and a cosmopolitan vibe that’s evident in the architecture, wide, tree-lined streets, and proliferation of international cuisines from sushi to borscht.

Compared to other Chinese cities, Dalian is a relatively young metropolis. It was occupied by Russia and Japan for many decades, and visitors are often pleasantly surprised to discover it is quite different from their expectations. With European-style buildings, elegant squares with sculptures and fountains, and green lawns, it could be a Western city.

The best times to visit are in summer and autumn, when the weather is perfect for long walks in scenic areas and beaches, and enjoying the theme parks. And should you wish to venture beyond, an excellent transportation network connects it to many other cities in China.

Weather
Average temperatures range from −4°C in winter to 24°C in summer. Due to its warm continental climate, it neither gets too too warm in summer nor too cold in winter. The East Asian monsoon brings rain in summer but winters tend to be windy and dry.

Language
Mandarin is the main language. The local dialect, known as Dalian-hua, is related to the Shandong dialect, and can sometimes be hard to understand for those unfamiliar with it.

Time Difference
GMT +8 hours

Visa
China’s 72-hour visa-free transit policy allows air passengers from 53 countries to transit and stay for up to 72 hours (3 days) in 18 cities in China, including Dalian, without a visa. Citizens of Singapore, Brunei and Japan holding ordinary passports do not require a visa if they are staying for no more than 15 days and not visiting for work or study purposes. To find out if you require a visa, check with your consulate or embassy before your travel dates.

Currency
The unit currency is Renminbi (RMB), which comes in denominations of one, two, five, 10, 20, 50 and 100. Credit cards are widely accepted at larger establishments.

VAT
All prices are tax-inclusive when charged and there is no other tax that needs to be levied.
Gratuity: Tipping is not commonly practised in China. Most hotels automatically add a 15% service charge to the total bill.

Business Hours
Banks and government offices:
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 to 17:00 hours
Saturdays, 09:00 to 13:00 hours
Offices:
Mondays to Fridays, 09:00 to 18:00 hours

Shops and department stores, may vary but mostly:
Mondays to Sundays: 10:00 to 22:00 hours, including public holidays.

Cellular Network
The three biggest mobile telephone service providers are China Mobile, China Unicom and China Telecom.

Electricity
Voltage is 220V AC.

Public Holidays
New Year's Day, Chinese New Year or Spring Festival, Tomb-Sweeping Festival, Labor Day, Dragon Boat Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival and China National Day.

Airport:
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (14.5 km, 30 minute drive)

• Subway/Train Station: 
• Dalian Train Station (4km, 15 minute drive)
• Dalian North Train Station (20 km, 40 minute drive)
• Dalian Conference Center Metro Station (200m, 3 minute walk)