IntercityHotel Dezhou is located 50 meters east of the intersection of Dongfeng East Road and Guangchuan Avenue in the business center, at the north gate of Building B. It is situated in the core area of Dezhou Development Zone, only 3.5 kilometers away from Dezhou G3 Jingtai Expressway, 5.5 kilometers away from Dezhou Station, and 10 kilometers away from Dezhou High speed Railway East Station. With unique geographical advantages, it makes travel more convenient. The hotel has 159 guest rooms and suites, all equipped with fresh air systems, intelligent guest control, free mini bars, and supporting facilities such as meeting rooms, fitness centers, laundry rooms, banquet rooms, lobby bars, etc. It is also equipped with high-end business facilities such as executive floors. The hotel adheres to the principle of "guest first, service first" and adopts scientific management mechanisms and methods to constantly pursue excellence. Whether it is a business banquet, leisure, or entertainment, it is your ideal choice
"I had a bit of an adventure finding a hotel in Dezhou this time. The top-ranked ones on Ctrip all seemed like 'classic luxury,' but the photos looked quite dated. Then, I stumbled upon this one on Xiaohongshu, and after a quick search, found out it's a German brand acquired by Huazhu. Decided to give it a try.
Once I checked in, I realized this IntercityHotel is quite a hidden gem. The whole place gives off a vibe of understated elegance – simple yet sophisticated. The room had soft lighting and felt spacious and comfortable. Since it just opened in 2025, all the facilities are brand new and very pleasant. The slippers in the room were especially nice, plush and soft underfoot. The toilet, while not a special imported brand, offered a level of comfort even better than some Japanese models. The TV system was also new, making screen mirroring and internet connectivity a breeze.
The hotel service was just right. There weren't many staff, but they were all very efficient. There were complimentary bottled water bottles available at the elevator entrance, which was convenient if you wanted to grab one on your way out. However, if you came back late, you might have to call to have one delivered to your room.
The breakfast was a pleasant surprise – a rich selection, and they even had freshly squeezed juice, which was a huge bonus. Unfortunately, I was in a hurry and couldn't try everything. But the room also had pour-over coffee and what seemed to be selected quality teas, both quite good. I drank both packets of coffee.
Overall, the check-in experience was excellent, and I'm very satisfied. The value for money is outstanding; I even think it's much better than similarly priced chain hotels in Beijing. The hotel is relatively close to the city center, about a ten-minute drive. If you're driving, it's also very close to the highway exit – right off it.
Yesterday, we also had North Korean noodles at Jin San, BBQ at Lei Lei, and watched a movie. We had a great time playing in Dezhou this May Day holiday and discovered such a treasure of a hotel. If I have the chance to come again, I will definitely choose IntercityHotel.
Finally, let me mention a few things I consider potential drawbacks.
First, while the breakfast appeared very rich, the actual food was a bit cold. For example, the fried dough sticks weren't freshly made. Many of the pre-prepared dishes, like stir-fries, were also cold. I think the main reason is probably that this hotel's kitchen isn't as large and mature as those in very big hotels, where food can be prepared and served fresh. IntercityHotel might not have as many staff in the restaurant (due to cost and other factors). Plus, the保温 system might not be very effective. I think this is an area for improvement.
Second, when I left, I used the restroom on the first floor and found it to be very small, with people smoking inside, and a strong smell of smoke. I know that in Dezhou, it's not like first-tier cities such as Beijing or Shanghai, right? Even in those cities, there are still plenty of people who smoke in restrooms. However, I think a hotel is a special kind of establishment, and it would be better if staff could manage this. Because I believe a hotel is supposed to provide a comfortable accommodation experience. Even if the first-floor restroom is open to the public and has high foot traffic, making it difficult to control, I think efforts should still be made to control it, as no one wants to inhale secondhand smoke. I think this is another area for improvement. Essentially, it might be due to not being able to staff enough cleaning personnel to intervene. The front desk staff also have their own duties.
Regarding smoking bans in public places, especially completely eradicating smoking in restrooms, perhaps the best solution is to install smoke detectors above each stall that spray water directly if someone smokes. Let's see who dares to misbehave then 🙄"