Villa Inn

Qingdao

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In a quiet enclave of oceanside villas, this modern, wonderfully located 15-room hotel is a great choice for seaside seekers. You'll have to stump up at least ¥1000 for a sea view, but even without one No 3 Beach is just steps away, and the popular ocean promenade right outside makes for pleasant evening strolls.

It's a short walk from Yan'an 3rd Rd metro station; come out out of Exit C, walk back on yourself, turn left at the crossroads, then right at the end (onto Donghai Xilu), first left into Aomen Rd, then right into the enclave (天林花园).

Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

  • Tsingtao Beer Museum

    Tsingtao Beer Museum

    2.08 MILES

    For a self-serving introduction to China’s iconic beer, head to the original and still-operating brewery. On view are old photos, preserved brewery…

  • St Michael's Catholic Church, Qingdao, Shandong Province, China.

    St Michael’s Cathedral

    2.94 MILES

    Up a hill off Zhongshan Lu looms this grand Gothic- and Roman-style edifice. Completed in 1934, the church spires were supposed to be clock towers, but…

  • Zhongshan Park

    Zhongshan Park

    1.23 MILES

    Within central Qingdao, Zhongshan Park is a vast 69 hectares of lakes, gardens and walking paths; it's an amusement park for kids and also the venue of…

  • Governor’s House Museum

    Governor’s House Museum

    2.31 MILES

    This museum is one of Qingdao’s best examples of concession-era architecture – the former German governor’s residence constructed in the style of a German…

  • Taiqing Palace

    Taiqing Palace

    18.09 MILES

    Accessible from either the Dahedong entrance or the Yangkou entrance, Lao Shan’s oldest and grandest temple was established by the first Song emperor…

  • Beijiushui Scenic Area

    Beijiushui Scenic Area

    16.58 MILES

    This canyon area at the north end of Lao Shan is mostly flat and takes a couple of hours to traverse. The path winds alongside and across clear, blue…

  • Jufeng

    Jufeng

    16.68 MILES

    Most easily reached from the Dahedong (大河东, Dàhédòng) entrance to the park, this peak – the name literally means 'Huge Peak' – is Lao Shan's highest point…

  • Yangkou Scenic Area

    Yangkou Scenic Area

    20.76 MILES

    You can ascend this scenic area by foot or cable car past wind- and water-carved granite. There’s a 30m scramble in total darkness up a crevice to the top…

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Nearby Qingdao attractions

1. No 3 Bathing Beach

0.22 MILES

On the eastern side of Taiping Cape in Badaguan is this cove with dedicated swim lanes, paddle boats and gentle waves. Very close to Taipingjiao Park…

2. Zhanshan Temple

0.7 MILES

Within Zhongshan Park is Qingdao's largest temple, Zhanshan Temple, an active Buddhist monastery. The temple has a number of dramatic sandalwood Buddhas…

3. Taiping Hill

1.04 MILES

Rising up on the northeast side of Zhongshan Park, Taiping Hill hosts Qingdao TV Tower at its summit, connected to the base by a scenic cable car (one-way…

4. Huashi Lou

1.06 MILES

This granite and marble villa built in 1930 was first the home of a Russian aristocrat, and later the German governor’s hunting lodge. It is also known as…

5. No 2 Bathing Beach

1.16 MILES

Once reserved only for the likes of Mao and other state leaders, this sheltered cove just east of Badaguan has calm waters good for a swim. It's a short…

6. Qingdao TV Tower

1.17 MILES

This 232m-tall television tower sits atop Taiping Hill, with a revolving restaurant at the top and an observation platform for long views.

7. Zhongshan Park

1.23 MILES

Within central Qingdao, Zhongshan Park is a vast 69 hectares of lakes, gardens and walking paths; it's an amusement park for kids and also the venue of…

8. Qingdao Cable Car

1.34 MILES

This cable car transports visitors up the length of Taiping Hill to Qingdao TV Tower, with excellent views along the way.