This is the shocking moment a driver crashed into a hotel before settling down for a nap in an armchair.

The drunk man, named Li, hit a customer, Mr Liu, at the reception when he accelerated inside the establishment in Yunnan, China, on December 6.

The victim reportedly sustained minor injuries from being hit.

Local reports said that Li's blood alcohol level was 178 mg per millilitre. At this level, significant impairment of motor skills, judgment, and reaction times would be expected.

CCTV footage shows the suspect ramming the glass wall and striking the man in front of the counter, causing him to fall to the ground.

Li then stepped out of his black sedan and walked toward the orange furniture to lay down as if nothing had happened.

Moments later, police arrived at the scene only to find him asleep.

The vehicle was also damaged, as were the hotel's glass doors, sofas, and bar counters.

Li also reportedly took an electric bike that was parked out front.

He later apologised for the incident, saying: 'I have also accepted the investigation and handling by the public security, procuratorial, and judicial authorities.

'I sincerely apologise to the hotel staff and the injured. I am sorry! It is my fault and has caused a bad impact on society. I have actively made full compensation for the hotel's glass and for Mr Liu.

'I hope everyone will learn from my mistakes and not make stupid mistakes like me. Don't drink and drive, and don't drive after drinking,' he added.

Serious drink-driving offences in China can be penalised with up to three years in prison, a permanent licence suspension, and a hefty fine.