Crowne Plaza Luoyang

Rooms and decor

Rooms are spacious and done in the standard international Crowne Plaza style, with a soft king bed and a bathroom that has a separate tub and shower. Free Wi-Fi is quick, the work desk is large, and the whole thing feels like a proper 5-star rather than a badge on the door. Staff speak good English and the front desk runs 24 hours, so late check-ins and odd-hour questions aren't a problem.

Food and amenities

This is where the hotel earns its 8.6. There's a full spa, a gym and an indoor heated pool open until 22:00 — useful when you only get back from the caves after dark. The Club Lounge is free for Platinum and Diamond IHG One Rewards members and throws in a premium breakfast plus evening snacks. Several restaurants cover traditional Henan Chinese, Cantonese and Western food, and reviewers call the quality consistent.

Location and getting there

You're in central Luoyang, close to the shopping streets and local restaurants. Longmen Grottoes (UNESCO) is about 12 km out, a 20 to 25 minute taxi, and White Horse Temple sits roughly 13 km away. The old Luoyang Railway Station is central, the Luoyang Longmen high-speed station is about 8 km off, and Beijiao Airport (LYA) is around 12 km.

Things to know before booking

It's the most expensive hotel on this list, from about $69 a night and climbing during peak dates. You're 12 km from Longmen Grottoes, so plan on a taxi or car rather than walking. Parking can run tight at times, especially during the April Peony Festival, when rates roughly double — book 2 to 3 months ahead if you're visiting then.

Our take

Crowne Plaza Luoyang is the right call for IHG One Rewards members, business travelers, honeymooning couples and families who want a reliable international standard in an ancient city. It's the priciest pick here, but the room quality, spa and lounge make it feel worth it — especially over the busy Peony Festival stretch in April.