The Howard Johnson Xian is comprised of two buildings (including a glass-enclosed lobby) that are located approximately 100 meters from the city's 600-year-old wall and the South Gate. Xian Xianyang International Airport is approximately 27 miles from the hotel. This location is also two miles from the Great Mosque, three miles from Big Goose Pagoda and Shaanxi History Museum, and 21 miles from Hua Qing Hot Springs and the Terracotta Warriors Museum.

Espresso Lobby Lounge features espresso, wines by the glass, cocktails, tea, and light snacks. Ginwa Prince Restaurant offers Cantonese cuisine and seafood specialties. For more informal dining, visit Cafe 21.

Guest rooms feature climate control, safes, satellite TV, minibars, high-speed Internet access (fee applies), and hairdryers. Each of the 184 guestrooms features city or South Wall views. Rates are based on double occupancy. Charges for extra adults may apply and will be due directly to the hotel.