This was a great find when we were trawling through the city late at night on a last-minute business trip. The walk-in rates are steep--they only had Executive Club rooms available for RMB1,100/night. Breakfast was included as was access to the executive club lounge. (Happy hour is from 5p-7p with some alcoholic drinks and snacks.) We did not check out... More

We stayed at Meritus Hotel in Shantou in mid Oct 2011 for 2 nights on a business trip. Booking was for a executive room, on the executive floor with lounge. It took 20 minutes and RMB32.50 from airport to our Meritus hotel in town, roads were empty at 115PM, very few cars and few people, they said the hotel is... More

The hotel is showing signs of wear and tear but still gives good value for the standard received. Very helpful and friendly staff and in an excellent location for evenings etc. More

Buffet breakfast and meals was good, selection western and Chinese. Rooms clean and well kept. Hotel staff very helpful More

Shantau is our base to look up my relatives in area towns. My mom and my wife shared a room with double beds. This hotel happens to be across from a very bustling morning market and nite street food neighborhood. It was a treat to experience the market and tasting local breakfast snacks as the hotel restaurant is pricey with... More

Whether it is the steady flow of business travelers or just the fastidious overseas Chinese on their way back to the family village in Chiu Chow, this hotel has clearly been moulded into a nice place to stay. Six adults and two small children on a family reunion trip can start to be a logistical challenge. What we found at... More

This is my 2nd time on business in this hotel. To be honest I don't have any choice as the company I visit recommends I stay here because it is handy for them, but it is perfectly OK. The rooms are a bit 90s looking but big. The bathroom is very dark for shaving but the shower is good. Internet... More

Meritus Hotel Shantou is, by reputation, one of the better hotels around Shantou. We stayed here over a couple of days for work, and it proved to be a comfortable hotel. The main lobby is grand and imposing. Service was good and friendly, and check in was a breeze. English is spoken by some staff. Meritus' staff gain work experience... More

Whenever I travelled to Shantou, I have stayed at this hotel. This is a very good hotel out there. The rooms are very clean. The staff is very courteous. The breakfast they serve is excellent. business center is well equipped. the check-in and check-out are hassle free. overall, the hotel is excellent. More