Foreign travelers can book online through Trip.com (official website, APP or Alipay mini program TripHotels) and pay directly with an international bank card, or make hotel reservations by telephone or other means.
(I) Foreign travelers who are going to stay in hotels are required to present your passports, Foreign Permanent Resident ID Cards, and other valid identification documents for registration at the hotel reception.
(II) The available payment methods at the hotel include RMB cash, bank card, Alipay, and Wexin Pay. If foreign travelers wish to pay with bank cards, you need to inquire in advance if Mastercard, Visa, or other international bank cards are accepted. Some hotels accept such payment methods as Apple Pay and PayPal; foreign travelers need to inquire in advance before making a payment.
Source: A Guide to Working and Living in China as Business Expatriates (2025 Edition)