First, convenient transportation.
The traffic around Dagong is very convenient, and subways, buses and taxis can meet all your travel needs. Metro 1 Line has two stops near Dagong, namely Maritime University Station and Xueyuan Square Station. It's a bit far to walk, so you can take a bus. 10/406/1123 bus has Xueyuan Square Station.
Second, Dalian Science and Technology Scenic Area
Take 406 at the gate of China Construction Bank and go to Xinghai Square in Xinghai Park. There is a Niu Jiao Mountain behind Area C of Beishan, which is a big factory. If the weather is fine, you can also see the sea. If you have time, you can go and see Binhai Road on the east side of Xinghai Square, which is connected with Tiger Beach in Fujiazhuang. If you are strong, you can go hiking.
Third, interesting places nearby.
There are Grand Hyatt Dalian, furama hotel, Xiangzhou Garden Hotel and Xinghai Holiday Hotel.