Qingdao MGM Nanny-Level Guide: Stay 3 Days and Shoot Legendary Photos

Staying at the right hotel in Qingdao really saves you half the trouble! Qingdao MGM brings "coastal art" directly into the accommodation, offering a one-stop experience for photos, sea views, and seafood. Quickly save this tested guide👇

📸 Top photo spots (with best times)

1. Lobby spiral staircase: A 10-meter high space paired with a giant wave installation, the black and gold style exudes luxury. Wearing a simple long dress makes for magazine-worthy shots.
2. Golden lion sculpture at the entrance: Use the milk tea from the pastry shop as a prop. In summer, colorful balloons decorate the area, making every casual shot atmospheric and stunning.
3. 31st-floor sky pool: Transparent infinity design facing the Shilaoren sea view. The light is softest between 3-4 PM; backlit shots of sparkling waves are amazing.
4. Sea view room floor-to-ceiling windows: 180-degree panoramic view of the coastline. Capture the sunrise over the sea in the morning and chase amber-colored sunsets in the evening. Even the bathroom has a sea view.

🍤 Must-try foodie list

3F Feast Buffet: 328 RMB for seafood freedom! Thick-cut salmon, juicy roasted pork knuckle, freshly made seafood potstickers, and unlimited Häagen-Dazs.
1F Yishuo Restaurant: Try the 12-day dry-aged Porterhouse steak, paired with Riedel wine glasses and Kunting tableware for a full sense of ceremony.
51F Fangfei Garden: The cloud-level afternoon tea is amazing! Coconut mousse with lime sorbet tastes like a sea breeze on your tongue, plus you can overlook the city skyline.
1F HONG Bar: At night, enjoy the outdoor garden set with beer, fried chicken, and live band—Qingdao nightlife nailed.

🏨 How to choose a room without regrets

Best value: Side sea view rooms start at 45㎡, with passionate red or emerald green themes full of Qingdao character. Wide glass windows offer views blending city and sea.
Luxury choice: Executive sea view rooms on high floors with excellent views, detailed sailcraft headboards, and access to the executive lounge.
Family choice: Sea view suites with 90㎡ of space, a living area facing the sea, spacious and comfortable even with kids.

💡 Hidden perks

1. A 10-minute walk to Shilaoren Bathing Beach; the hotel offers free rental of beach toys, making beachcombing super convenient.
2. Families with kids must visit the Little Lion Club, featuring a play castle, craft classes, and lion mascot interactions, letting parents relax easily.
3. Try the ocean salt stone massage at the 31st-floor Zen Spa, listening to the white noise of waves to relax right to sleep.

📍 Address: 2-minute walk to Metro Line 2, 30 minutes direct to Badaguan and May Fourth Square
💰 Reference: Accommodation 1500-2000 RMB per person, dining 200-500 RMB per person

Half of Qingdao’s romance is in the sea breeze, the other half in MGM’s floor-to-ceiling windows. Staying here, you really won’t want to leave! ✨