Shamian Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A Gothic cathedral with twin spires, a large rose window, and a cross at the top.
A historic building with ornate balconies and large windows.
A statue in a rocky niche surrounded by potted plants and flowers.
A large cathedral with twin spires and a large rose window.
A Gothic-style church with pointed arches, stained glass windows, and intricate stonework.
White Swan Hotel

White Swan Hotel

5 out of 5
No.1, Shamian South Street Guangzhou Guangdong
The price is NZ$314 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
NZ$314
5 Dec - 6 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Guangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent hotel for visitors of all nationalities. The staff are very helpful and knowledgeable. Thank you to the entire White Swan Hotel."

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026

White Swan Hotel
Hotel Landmark Canton

Hotel Landmark Canton

4 out of 5
No.8 QiaoGuang Road Guangzhou Guangdong
The price is NZ$145 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$145
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Guangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Beijing Road Pedestrian Street and Shangxiajiu ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The room has excellent view of the Pearl River. It is big and clean. The staffs are very sincere and helpful. Location is very convenient to public transportation and taxis are available at all times. The only drawback is the lobby area which is terribly lack of seatings."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Hotel Landmark Canton
Guangzhou Hotel - Canton Fair Free Shuttle Bus

Guangzhou Hotel - Canton Fair Free Shuttle Bus

4 out of 5
No 2 Qiyi Road Guangzhou Guangdong
The price is NZ$141 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$141
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Guangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Beijing Road Pedestrian Street and Haizhu Wholesale ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (127 reviews)
"My stay was great. I showed up to check in and they told me that hotels.com/expedia canceled my reservation. No one knew why. The manager was so cool. He put me up in a beautiful room and charging me almost the same."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Guangzhou Hotel - Canton Fair Free Shuttle Bus
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LanYu Hotel

LanYu Hotel

2 out of 5
Shierfu West Road No. 15 Guangzhou Guangdong
Stay at this aparthotel in Guangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Beijing Road Pedestrian Street and Shangxiajiu ...
6.4/10 (5 reviews)
"one of the best value i think . very good nearby to heritage area yuan qing fang and huang sha line 11 metro . great short distance so so linam square . shang xia jiu street ( average street retro buildings with gret variety of reputable f & B) huang shang huang , cheng zhi pastry , jinji roast duck ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

LanYu Hotel
Royal River Apartment

Royal River Apartment

3.5 out of 5
No.38 Nan Di Er Ma Road Guangzhou
Stay at this aparthotel in Guangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Beijing Road Pedestrian Street and Shangxiajiu ...
7.2/10 Good! (21 reviews)
Wouldn't stay again
"Don't like the neighbourhood. There's a popular nightclub next. Didn't feel safe. Taxi find it hard to locate premises."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2019

Royal River Apartment
Somerset Haizhu Centre Guangzhou

Somerset Haizhu Centre Guangzhou

3.5 out of 5
No. 164 Diejing Road, Haizhu District Guangzhou
Stay at this aparthotel in Guangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Somerset Haizhu Centre Guangzhou
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Shamian Island attractions

Sacred Heart Cathedral

7.8/10 (25 reviews)
Get away from all the noise of Guangzhou and experience the calm atmosphere exuded by this Roman Catholic cathedral.
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Activities

Private Four Day Cultural Tour of Guangzhou and Foshan

Guangzhou and Foshan Private Four Day Cultural Tour

NZ$1,321
per adult
Guangzhou and Foshan Private Four Day Cultural Tour
7-Day Private China Tour from Shenzhen: Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin and Shanghai

7-Day Private China Tour from Shenzhen: Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin and Shanghai

NZ$6,099
per adult
7-Day Private China Tour from Shenzhen: Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin and Shanghai
Guangzhou: Local Food Market Visit & Tasting Walking Tour

Guangzhou: Local Food Market Visit & Tasting Walking Tour

NZ$14
per adult
Guangzhou: Local Food Market Visit & Tasting Walking Tour
8 Day Silk Road Trip of Dunhuang Jiayuguan with Accommodation

8 Day Silk Road Trip of Dunhuang Jiayuguan with Accommodation

NZ$4,690
per adult
8 Day Silk Road Trip of Dunhuang Jiayuguan with Accommodation
Pearl River Night Cruise

Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou with Private Transfer

NZ$157
per adult
Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou with Private Transfer
Guangzhou: Create Your Own Kite Ornament

Guangzhou: Create Your Own Kite Ornament

NZ$76
per adult
Guangzhou: Create Your Own Kite Ornament
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Cities near Shamian Island

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a large curved building, and construction cranes.

Guangzhou

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