## Short-term Options
### Serviced Apartments
| Feature | Details |
|———|———|
| Duration | 1 week to 12 months |
| Furnishing | Fully furnished |
| Services | Housekeeping, reception |
| Kitchen | Full kitchen facilities |
### Price Range
| City | Studio | 1-Bedroom |
|——|——–|———–|
| Beijing | 800-1,500 RMB/day | 1,200-2,500 RMB/day |
| Shanghai | 900-1,800 RMB/day | 1,400-3,000 RMB/day |
| Guangzhou | 600-1,200 RMB/day | 1,000-2,000 RMB/day |
| Chengdu | 400-800 RMB/day | 700-1,500 RMB/day |
### Popular Chains
– Ascott
– Oakwood
– Somerset
– Fraser Suites
– Local brands
## Hotels for Extended Stay
### Extended Stay Hotels
– Weekly/monthly rates
– Kitchenette available
– Laundry facilities
– Business amenities
### Price Ranges
| Category | Nightly Rate | Monthly Rate |
|———-|————-|————–|
| Budget | 200-400 RMB | 5,000-10,000 RMB |
| Mid-range | 400-800 RMB | 10,000-20,000 RMB |
| Luxury | 800-2,000 RMB | 20,000-50,000 RMB |
## Airbnb and Short-term Rentals
### Platforms
| Platform | Type | Fees |
|———-|——|——|
| Airbnb | Apartments, homes | 10-15% service fee |
| Tujia | Local properties | 10% service fee |
| Xiaozhu | Budget options | 10% service fee |
### Price Range
– Studio: 200-500 RMB/night
– 1-Bedroom: 300-800 RMB/night
– 2-Bedroom: 500-1,500 RMB/night
– Weekly discount: 10-30%
– Monthly discount: 30-50%
## Booking Platforms
### International
| Platform | Best For |
|———-|———-|
| Booking.com | Hotels, apartments |
| Agoda | Asian properties |
| Airbnb | Vacation rentals |
| Trip.com | China-specific |
### Chinese Platforms
| Platform | Language |
|———-|———-|
| Ctrip | English available |
| Fliggy | Chinese mainly |
| Meituan | Chinese only |
| Tujia | Chinese mainly |
## Location Considerations
### Factors to Evaluate
| Factor | Importance |
|——–|————|
| Proximity to work | High |
| Transportation access | High |
| Neighborhood safety | High |
| Nearby amenities | Medium |
| Noise level | Medium |
### Popular Expat Areas
**Beijing**: Chaoyang, Shunyi
**Shanghai**: Jingan, French Concession, Pudong
**Guangzhou**: Tianhe, Yuexiu
**Shenzhen**: Nanshan, Futian
## Registration Requirements
### Police Registration
– Required within 24 hours
– Hotels do automatically
– Rentals: landlord must register
– Bring passport and lease
– Get registration form
### Importance
– Legal requirement
– Needed for residence permit
– May affect visa renewal
– Fines for non-compliance
## Costs and Deposits
### Typical Costs
| Item | Amount |
|——|——–|
| Rent | As advertised |
| Deposit | 1-2 months rent |
| Utilities | Separate payment |
| Internet | 100-200 RMB/month |
| Cleaning | Included or extra |
### Payment Terms
– Monthly payment common
– Quarterly for longer stays
– Deposit refundable
– Utilities separate
## Amenities to Expect
### Standard Amenities
– WiFi
– Air conditioning
– Washing machine
– Kitchen equipment
– TV
### Premium Amenities
– Gym access
– Swimming pool
– Concierge service
– Business center
– Parking
## Tips for Short-term Housing
1. **Book in Advance**: Especially peak season
2. **Verify Location**: Check on map
3. **Read Reviews**: Recent guest feedback
4. **Understand Terms**: Cancellation policy
5. **Inspect on Arrival**: Document condition
6. **Register Address**: Complete police registration
Short-term housing provides flexibility while finding permanent accommodation.