Formerly the Hilton Shenzhen, the Panglin Hotel (Shenzhen Pengnian Jiudian) is a 5-star hotel located in the heart of Shenzhen's Lowu commercial district, about 60 km (37 mi) from Shenzhen's Huangtian International Airport and 3 km (1.8 mi) from both of Shenzhen's railway stations and the Lowu customs area. Among the Panglin Hotel's selling points are its Sky Lounge and Revolving Restaurant, both of which boast excellent Shenzhen city views. Guests may choose from seven differernt dining outlets, including Sky Paradise on 50th floor, the highest revolving restaurant in Shenzhen.
The Togetsukyo serves Japanese cuisine and Apollo 57 on the 57th floor is a popular spot to unwind with a drink and take in stellar views of the metropolis below. The Panglin features 527 standard rooms and suites, all featuring individually-controlled air conditioning, in-room safes, Internet and fax ports, satellite TVs with HBO, CNN, ESPN, NHK and various Southeast Asian channels, direct international and domestic-dial phones, minibars and refrigerators. For Dynasty Club members, there are two luxury presidential suites. Rooms are also available for disabled guests and non-smokers. Also available for weddings or events are a ballroom with a capacity of up to 600 attendees and three function rooms: Laurel, Camellia, Lotus which can open up into one, state of the art audio visual facility with a simultaneous interpretation system that will satisfy guests' every need.
A business center is available for those in need of professional services. Guests in this Shenzhen hotel can pamper themselves in the Littoral Health Centre which has separate sections for VIP and Ladies. Guests can use the sauna, massage, solarium and gym. One of the best feautures is the outdoor rooftop swimming pool with poolside bar which allow guests hours of relaxation in the summer sunshine.
