Delightful small inexpensive hotel with modern minimalist decor. Stayed here for 2 phases of the Canton Fair. Of course rates were inflated but much cheaper than anything else I was willing to stay in in Guangzhou. Most of the guests were European -- I think I was the only American. The staff were very pleasant, very helpful and always had... more

Elan is a lovely, bright, small, modern hotel with very reasonable rates. The beds comfy and the showers are fab. Unfortunately, I had my pocket picked in Guangzhou and lost all my credit cards. However, without the help of the Elan staff, I don't think I would have achieved anything. From phone calls to the UK, sorting out cash and... more

OK this hotel is only $38USD a night so you can't expect too much. It's in the old part of town and there aren't any starbucks or anything around here. It's close to the watch and handbag market so that's a plus. The rooms are clean but the beds are super hard. I'm not disappointed because of the great price... more