Xiamen is an ancient trading port and one of the key cities documented by Marco Polo in his remarkable travels throughout China during the 13th century. Today, Xiamen proudly wears the official titles of “Cleanest City in China” and “Best Scenic City in China,” as well as being recognized as an “Advanced Tourist City.” Marco Polo Xiamen is the jewel in the city, setting standards of hospitality excellence and continuing the Marco Polo hotel tradition of legendary service. The lakefront location gives the hotel a special standing in the city and with its international standards will make any visit to Xiamen a memorable one. Marco Polo Xiamen features 350 exquisitely designed rooms and suites, all specifically designed to meet the needs of today’s business travelers. The Continental Club floor of Marco Polo Xiamen provides exclusive hotel accommodations, business and leisure facilities unparalleled in Xiamen, with personalized service, greater privacy, and a private Club Lounge with panoramic city views. The six hotel restaurants, bars, and lounges at Marco Polo Xiamen offer an unparalleled combination of elegant ambience, superb views, and innovative cuisine. From the finest Cantonese and Japanese specialties to the open kitchen of Cafe Marco, dining at Marco Polo Xiamen is a delight. Celebrate in style at Marco Polo Xiamen or hold your next Xiamen business meeting or conference in the hotel’s Marco Polo Ballroom. Equipped with all the latest facilities, the hotel ballroom can accommodate up to 360 guests for a banquet. Xiamen is situated in the southeast of Fujian Province by the Taiwan Strait, one of the coastal cities from where Marco Polo set sail centuries ago. Xiamen is also known as Egret Island, as it has been an egret habitat since ancient times, thanks to its well-protected environment and congenial climate.