Text & photos by MOOK Scenic Spots Zhang Yingying
The Lalu Bihen Building in Sun Moon Lake is familiar to Taiwanese travelers, and is even a must-visit iconic accommodation spot for many foreign and Chinese tourists. In fact, the The Lalu brand has also successively opened distinctive luxury hotels in China, one of which is Qingdao The Lalu, which opened in 2016. Not only does it boast an outstanding architectural design and prime location, but the diverse and top-tier service facilities and experiences can all be fully enjoyed here.
At Qingdao The Lalu, you don’t need to worry about which room doesn’t have a sea view. Designer Kerry Hill planned all guest rooms as sea-view suites, each offering beautiful coastal scenery and even stunning sunrise and sunset views.
A corner view of the exterior of Qingdao The Lalu Hotel.
The spacious guest rooms offer both privacy and openness. Thoughtfully arranged features such as a small living room, desk, dressing area, bathtub, toilet, and king-size bed can be sectioned off with large wooden sliding doors for a sense of separation, or fully opened up to create an airy, expansive feel.
Built with a price tag of 500 million USD, The Lalu covers a vast area—ten times larger than The Lalu in Sun Moon Lake, Taiwan. Its facilities are meticulously planned. While it may be some distance from other attractions, for travelers seeking a place to fully relax all five senses, it eliminates the hassle of travel and transportation logistics. Here, guests can enjoy one-stop services, leisure, and rest, truly achieving tranquility and relaxation.
The courtyard at Qingdao The Lalu, featuring a Japanese Zen-inspired dry landscape (karesansui) garden.
Qingdao The Lalu offers a fusion of Taiwanese, Western, and Japanese cuisine, including the French restaurant Encounter, the Taiwanese-style restaurant Shuishalian, and the Japanese restaurant Waraku. It also serves a buffet breakfast with international dishes.
Dishes at the Encounter French Restaurant at Qingdao The Lalu.
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