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Mastering the 144-Hour Layover: Guangzhou Transit Hotels

Navigating a Guangzhou transit requires more than just booking a flight with a short layover. Many international travelers get caught off guard by aggressive 90-minute self-transfer itineraries that fail to account for mandatory immigration queues and luggage checks at Baiyun International Airport (CAN). If you are utilizing China’s 144-hour visa-free transit policy, you need a hotel strategy that actually works for cross-border logistics, whether you are heading to a trade show in Pazhou or sourcing furniture in nearby Foshan. This guide highlights the most efficient transit hotels in Guangzhou, from immediate airport-adjacent properties like the Pullman to reliable business hubs along Metro Line 3. We break down realistic connection times, 24-hour check-in guarantees for late-night arrivals, and how to successfully structure your onward travel tickets to ensure seamless boarding in your origin city.