Upon arrival in China, securing and registering your accommodation is essential. This guide provides basic steps, ensuring you settle in smoothly.

Tourists from the Zuiderdam cruise ship visit a scenic spot in Dalian, northeast China's Liaoning Province, March 10, 2024. (Photo/Pan Yulong, Xinhua)

Foreign travelers can make hotel reservations online through the Trip.com APP or via telephone or other means.

(I) Foreign travelers who are going to stay in hotels are required to present your passports, Foreign Permanent Resident ID Cards, and other valid identification documents for registration at the hotel reception.

(II) The available payment methods at the hotel include cash (RMB), bank card, Alipay, and WeChat. If foreign travelers wish to pay with bank cards, you need to inquire in advance if Mastercard, Visa, or other international bank cards are accepted. Some hotels accept such payment methods as Apple Pay and PayPal; foreign travelers need to inquire in advance before making a payment.

Source: National Immigration Administration

This article is updated on April 22, 2024.