At the foot of Baiguo Mountain Park, the European-style Holiday Inn Qingdao Expo is located only a short 15-minute stroll from the International Horticulture Exposition. It features castle-style accommodation, luxurious modern facilities as well as event and convention equipment. Blending in by splashing around in the indoor swimming pool, working out at the fitness centre or dining at the 2 on-site restaurants can make it a lovely vacation. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the property. Holiday Inn Qingdao is a 15-minute drive from Laoshan, the historical Taoist mountain, and a 30-minute drive from Qingdao International Airport. Qingdao International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Shilaoren Bathing Beach , Qingdao, Qingdao International Golf Club, Qingdao Museum and Qingdao Grand Theatre are all about 20 minutes' drive away. Each forest-themed unit is equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, comfortable workspace, a minibar, a fridge, an in-room safe, ironing facilities and a seating area with a sofa. The en suite bathroom has a hairdryer, soft bathrobes and a shower. Some units have Executive Lounge access or an iPod docking station. Guests can plan their trip at the tour desk, rent a bike to explore around, or make use of the business facilities to catch up with their last-minute work. Convenient guest services including currency exchange and luggage storage are provided. Hillside café serves daily buffet breakfast, delicious Thai food and Western cuisines, while Trio Restaurant serves local delicacies. All-day coffee and evening cocktails can be enjoyed at The Lounge.