I stayed a few nights at the Garden Hotel Guangzhou while on a business stop in the big city. Reception was ok. Concierge failed to bring my luggage; finally the receptionist brought my luggage-- very nice of her. Room was terribly small; a significant area of the room was occupied by a big white elephant-- namely a huge bath tub (yes in the main room). There was some kind of dust or chemicals in the air that caused me to have severe sneezing, no response from hotel. Concierge most of the time was unhelpful, unpleasant, or even impolite. Bed mattress was very soft and uncomfortable. It was difficult to use my laptop as the sofe was too low, the chair was unmanageable. Upon checking out, I stressed to the concierge to be sure the taxi driver understood I am going to Terminal @ of the airport (Taxi drivers do not speak English). Taxi driver dropped me off at Terminal 1, I suffered severe back pain for 2 days from handling my luggage and taking a shuttle (lifting the luggage up and down) etc. Conclusion, Garden Hotel Guangzhou is no longer the start of the city's hotels.