The capital of the Henan Province in central China, Zhengzhou is a very important transportation hub for the country. It also charms its visitors with its rich history and impressive natural beauty. A visit to the city can prove extremely gratifying, as you make your way through top attractions such as the Shaolin Monastery, one of the most visited Buddhist monasteries in the world, or the Yellow River Scenic Area, where you can marvel at a stunning landscape filled with peaks and streams.
Zhengzhou also offers its delicious Henan cuisine along with plenty of shopping and entertainment options. In addition, the fascinating Henan Museum will take you deep into the city’s history with its impressive archaeological collection. Whether you’re travelling on business or looking to explore the city’s cultural attractions, when you stay in one of our hotels in Zhengzhou you can be sure you’ll be enjoying an ideal accommodation.
Why stay with NH Hotel Group in Zhengzhou?
NH Hotels is proud of offering an excellent option right in the city center, the NH Zhengzhou Jinshui. The hotel features an array of stylish rooms, including ideal options for families and those travelling with their kids. Guests can enjoy our fantastic amenities, which include a fully equipped gym, an audiovisual room, an all-day hotel restaurant serving local dishes, a free laundromat, and a 55-inch TV in every room.
The hotel’s excellent location is right in Zhengzhou’s downtown area, near some of the city’s main shopping and dining options. The Erqi Memorial Tower, one of the city’s most emblematic and important landmarks, is around a 10-minute drive from the hotel. A high-speed railway station is just 20 minutes away and many of the city’s main attractions, including the Shaolin Monastery, are also easy to reach.
The NH Zhengzhou Jinshui is a great choice for business travelers. Not only is the hotel in the city’s financial center and close to the Zhengzhou Convention and Exhibition Center but it also offers suitable business and meeting facilities, including a conference room spanning 200 square meters.
Regardless of what brings you into the city, book a stay with NH Hotels in Zhengzhou to enjoy our well-located accommodations, wide range of amenities, and personalized service. We’re waiting for you!
How’s the weather in Zhengzhou?
The weather in Zhengzhou, influenced by the monsoon, cycles through four distinct seasons. The winters are cool and dry while the summers are hot and feature most of the city’s precipitation. June and July are the hottest months in the city, with average daily high temperatures of 32ºC. On the other hand, January is the coldest month, with an average daily high temperature of 6ºC.
What to see in Zhengzhou?
The Shaolin Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is perhaps the city’s most well-known attraction. One of the most revered Buddhist monasteries in the world, it is regarded as the birthplace of Chan Buddhism and the Kung Fu martial art and serves as a pilgrimage site. Its stunning ancient architecture complex is on display along with historical artworks—you won’t want to miss it!
One of the oldest museums in China, the Henan Museum is home to a fascinating collection of over 130,000 archaeological and historical artifacts ranging from prehistoric times to the Ming and Qing Dynasties. There are five permanent exhibitions as well as several changing special exhibitions. The museum offers an unmissable chance of becoming acquainted with the history of Zhengzhou and China at large.
Erqi Square is located in the busiest and most commercial part of Zhengzhou and is home to one of its most emblematic landmarks, the Erqi Memorial Tower. Built in 1971 to commemorate an important worker’s strike in China’s history, the tower features a striking two- body architectural design.
The Yellow River is the second largest river in China and the birthplace of ancient Chinese civilization. Today, the Yellow River Scenic Area—featuring brooks, streams, temples, and the majestic sculptures of the emperors Yan and Huang—remains home to some of the city’s most gorgeous sights.
If you’re visiting the city with your kids, you can’t miss the Zhengzhou Zoo. The zoo houses animals including pandas, ostriches, and lions along with different educational attractions. It’s located in a developing rural area with much more to offer, including several farmer’s restaurants.
Mount Song is not only one of the top places for sightseeing in Zhengzhou, but it also holds immense cultural significance. One of the Five Sacred Mountains of China, it historically served as venue for major religious and cultural ceremonies and events. It remains a popular tourist destination thanks to its magnificent sights and several available activities, which include mountaineering and geological tours.
What to eat in Zhengzhou?
As the capital of the Henan province, Zhengzhou is a prime spot for trying the delicious dishes of the Henan cuisine. This culinary style is characterized for its blend of sour, sweet, bitter, spicy, and salty flavors and for its many hearty noodle dishes.
Some of the most representative dishes of Henan cuisine include carp with fried noodles (which is served in a sweet and sour sauce), stewed noodles with mutton, and hulatang, which is a spicy soup with either beef or mutton. Among the most popular restaurants where to try local dishes in Zhengzhou, we can highlight Xiangchuan Restaurant and Shaolin Restaurant.
How to arrive in Zhengzhou?
The city is served by the Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO), which is the only international airport in the Henan province and the main entry point into the region. Several transportation options connect the airport with the Zhengzhou city center. These include buses, taxis, and a metro line.
Zhengzhou is also part of a high-speed railway network that connects it with most major cities in China, including Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou. The city is also connected to all major cities in China and those in Henan through expressways and national highways.
How to get around in Zhengzhou?
Visitors and tourists can make use of Zhengzhou’s convenient transportation options, which include city buses, taxis, and metro lines. The city features more than 238 bus routes, including overnight buses, and seven metro lines. These make the city’s cultural and natural attractions very easy to reach.
Additionally, there are car rental agencies available in Zhengzhou. However, keep in mind that in order to drive in China you need to have a Chinese driving license.
If you’ve been searching for hotels in Zhengzhou, you have come to the right place. NH Hotel Group offers fantastic accommodations in the city, with the excellent amenities and service that we are known for and at a great location for exploring the city’s historic and scenic spots.
Whether a business trip, a solo trip, or a family vacation is bringing you to Zhengzhou, we’ll make your visit as a comfortable and convenient as possible. Book a stay at the NH Zhengzhou Jinshui now!
