Local hotels do roaring business during festival

More Chinese consumers chose to spend the Spring Festival holiday at local hotels this year, with resorts having hot springs and skiing venues nearby being the most popular. Hotels near seaside and theme parks were also well-received, industry reports said.

Bookings during the weeklong break at hotels near the residence of consumers accounted for about 60 percent of total hotel bookings. Most people chose to stay for two to three days at such hotels, according to Trip.com Group, China's largest online travel agency.

The trend was fueled by strict COVID-19 pandemic prevention and control measures, as many cities and companies suggested their residents and employees spend the holiday by going local to avoid possible infection. Still, there were also travelers leaving hometowns for reunions with their children in big cities.