Four Points by Sheraton Kunming,Downtown Central Kunming occupies a prime location near Jinma Biji Arch, steps from Nanping Pedestrian Street and Kunming Old Town. Its 186 panoramic rooms feature signature bedding, high-speed Wi-Fi, and vistas showcasing the cityâs blend of ancient heritage and modernity. The "Brew & Bites Social Hub" innovates hospitality with a craft brewery-creative dining hybrid, where local brews and international flavors offer unique fusion. With seamless transport links, the hotel sits 800m from Metro Line 3 /Line5 and ensures 15-minute high-speed rail/30-minute airport access, streamlining business travel while connecting guests to urban efficiency and authentic local culture. Tailored for professionals, it balances vibrant city immersion with sanctuary-like serenityâ"bustling energy beyond, tranquil refinement within."
"The Four Points by Sheraton Kunming City Center is actually brand new, having just opened in May 2025. However, the building itself has a history, as it was previously the New Era Hotel, a landmark in downtown Kunming. After facing business difficulties and closing down, it was taken over and divided between Atour and Four Points by Sheraton.
Four Points by Sheraton occupies the higher floors, with Atour taking the lower ones. Its location is truly in the heart of the city, bustling and vibrant, much like Beijing Road in Guangzhou. Large shopping malls like Kunming Department Store and Wangfujing are all nearby. The entire street is a lively pedestrian zone, making shopping and dining incredibly convenient. You'll spot it easily when you enter from Nantong Street.
Upon entering, the reception counter is to your right, and a spacious lobby lounge with sofas is to your left. It's a great spot to wait if, for example, your car hasn't arrived yet.
After checking in, taking the elevator to the eighth floor brings you to the amenity level. This includes a well-equipped gym, a bar, and the breakfast area. The bar opens to the public in the evenings, with mostly sofa seating that's nicely partitioned for privacy and comfort.
The drinks are also reasonably priced; a cocktail costs just 58 yuan. That evening, I had a whiskey sour, and for 58 yuan, it was perfectly acceptable. It's a good complementary feature for a hotel bar.
Moving on to the room, you'll find complimentary welcome fruit on the table. To the left of the entrance is the bathroom, complete with a toilet and shower. The room itself is quite spacious with a long layout and a single king-size bed. At the far end, there's a very comfortable armchair with a high back, not a sofa, where you can sit and overlook Nanping Plaza, taking in the entire Kunming city center. Next to it is a desk directly facing the window, perfect for gazing out when you need a break.
This entire hotel is a renovated property, with comprehensive and well-appointed public facilities, contributing to a more comfortable stay.
When I booked my room on Ctrip, I noticed it was listed as a five-star hotel. However, in my understanding, a hotel without a swimming pool is typically considered four-star. Still, you can usually book a room here for around 400-500 yuan.
Overall, the hotel's location is truly excellent. The advantage of being downtown is convenience for everything, but the biggest drawback is potential traffic congestion. For tourists, however, this place is unbeatable. The pedestrian street right below offers evening strolls, snacks, and easy access to various attractions."