Hot Springs Hotels in Jilin, China

"🏞️ **Environment & Location: Excellent Scenery, Inconvenient Transportation** The hotel's biggest selling point is its location. * **Pros:** Located near the Changbaishan North Scenic Area, it's only about a 5-minute drive to the North Slope entrance. They offer a VIP access pass for the scenic area, which saves a lot of queuing time. Surrounded by forest, it's quiet with beautiful views. * **Cons:** The location is relatively remote, often referred to as being in the middle of nowhere. It's about a 30-minute drive from Erdaobaihe Town, with very few options for takeout and restaurants nearby. Hotel transportation (like private car hire) is also quite expensive. 🧹 **Cleanliness: Room Gets a Thumbs Up** * **Good points:** The bedding in the room was comfortable, and cleaning was thorough. * **Needs improvement:** The service manual in the room had graffiti on it and should be replaced soon. 🍽️ **Dining: Decent Price, BBQ is Okay** * **Breakfast:** A wide variety of options, and the staff were enthusiastic. ♨️ **Hot Springs & Facilities: The Core Highlight** The hotel's hot springs and amenities are its main draw. * **Natural Hot Springs:** The hot springs are genuine natural sulfur springs from Changbaishan. There are both indoor and outdoor pools, and the outdoor pool experience is fantastic. * **Amenities:** The hot spring area is relatively new, and the changing rooms are clean. They also provide practical benefits like VIP access to Tianchi Lake and high-speed rail station transfers. * The hotel butler service was excellent, very responsive, and helped us solve problems with transportation and sightseeing. This definitely deserves praise. 💎 **Summary** * **Suitable for:** Travelers who prioritize location and want to conveniently visit the Changbaishan North Slope, using the VIP pass to avoid crowds, especially families with elderly members or children. * **Booking advice:** Be sure to book through official channels for packages that include ”hot springs” and ”VIP access,” and remember to book all transfers and benefits at least one day in advance."

"This is a grand and luxurious hotel. However, the in-room facilities are a bit dated, and the decor is quite traditional and unremarkable. It's not bad, but it's not great either, and the same goes for the service. Overall, it's an acceptable stay if the price is right. That was our mindset when we booked, and in a nutshell, it was okay!"

"Excellent! Blue Horizon has been around since I was a kid, and even after all these years, it still maintains its 5-star standard. It feels like staying in a Nordic forest. The restaurant offers wild mountain vegetables with dipping sauce – the kind only true Changbai Mountain locals would recognize. You absolutely must try it! However, I'd suggest they make the portion sizes smaller; there's too much, and it'd be a shame to waste those delicious wild vegetables. The complimentary activities and attractions are also fantastic and definitely worth visiting!"

"The location is central, but using the back entrance makes everything easily accessible, and it's not right on the food street, so it feels very quiet. Taking the back exit near the lollipops in the hotel lobby, and then the path in front of the big lawn, is even closer and more convenient. The overall service was excellent; every guest gets a hotel assistant. Our assistant, 7-Up, sent messages beforehand with reminders, weather forecasts, and patiently answered all our questions. We booked a deluxe twin room and got one with a mountain view. From the room, you could see the lawn, cable car, etc., offering great views. Food: Breakfast was a standard hotel buffet. The dinner buffet had grilled skewers, hot pots, and other decent options. Resort-wide benefits: They included access to the slide, cable car, water park, hot springs, and more. Everything was great, except for the long wait times for the slide. The hotel facilities are quite old, but they are clean, which is a plus. Overall, it was a good experience."

"The facilities and equipment are very complete, the sanitation is very clean, and the environment is very good. The staff on the first floor are very enthusiastic and will come back often."

"We stayed in the family deluxe room, the 'Dinosaur Water World Stone Age' themed room. The room design was quite unique and my child loved it, but the cleanliness was subpar. The floor felt sandy when you walked on it, and there was a constant layer of white dust on my phone screen and the wall light switches, which appeared every time we moved even slightly. I'm not sure what it was. There must have been a lot of dust mites on the bed. My child's legs were itchy and had small bites, and since it's not summer, it couldn't have been mosquitoes – it had to be dust mites. I felt itchy all over too while sleeping. It seemed like the room hadn't been thoroughly cleaned, just superficially tidied up, without proper wiping. Perhaps it's because the room is large and has two floors, but in terms of hygiene, I felt the value for money wasn't good. We just stayed for two days for the child's happiness. The hot springs and water park were nice, but the water in the water park was too cold. Initially, we weren't allowed to bring towels from the hot springs area, nor could we wear slippers. The water park didn't provide towels or slippers either. My child's lips turned purple from the cold. Kids don't mind when they want to play, but it was really cold for adults, and we worried about the child getting sick. Also, walking without slippers was very slippery, and I was afraid the child would fall. Later, we saw people wearing slippers, so I went to the front desk to ask where we could get some. The front desk said that management had just changed the rule, and now we could bring towels and wear slippers. Then, there was a sushi stand nearby. I asked if it was chargeable (intending to ask if it required cash or room key payment), and they said yes, it was chargeable. Immediately after, I overheard a male and female hotel staff member laughing, as if implying, 'Do you expect it for free if it's not chargeable?'"

"This guesthouse was the perfect accommodation for our trip to Changbaishan. We stayed for three nights, and the biggest impression was how dedicated and attentive every staff member was, making every guest feel truly at home. The room facilities were excellent and very clean. A double bed plus a sofa bed was perfect for our family of three. The windows provided excellent soundproofing. My favorite part was quietly relaxing on the balcony every evening. The staff thoughtfully arranged transfers for us, including to and from the high-speed rail station, the North Scenic Area distribution center, and even Deer Park. The front desk prepared fresh cucumbers and tomatoes daily and recommended delicious Korean ethnic cuisine. Every evening after 6 PM, the hot spring pool in the backyard opened. It was so relaxing to soak there after a long day of exploring. The breakfast buffet was very rich, and everything was homemade by the staff. The guesthouse is located in Endu Village, near the entrance to the Chinese Merganser Park, making it very convenient for dining out and strolling along Erdaobaihe River. I highly recommend this guesthouse to every visitor coming to Changbaishan. It will satisfy seniors, adults, and children alike! It's perfect for family travel!"

"Booked this hotel with friends for our trip to the scenic area, and the overall experience was surprisingly good. Caspian at the front desk was very easygoing, not the kind of overly polite enthusiasm. Check-in was efficient, and when we were debating our itinerary for the next day, Caspian helped us plan a convenient route based on road conditions, telling us where it gets crowded and how to get around easily. He also patiently answered small questions like whether food delivery could come upstairs and how easy it was to get a taxi. Check-out was simple, and luggage storage didn't require any tedious forms. The hotel is very close to the scenic area, making travel easy. The front desk's detailed and thoughtful service really helped alleviate our travel fatigue. It's great value for money, and I genuinely recommend staying here if you're visiting."

"I had a wonderful stay at Changbaishan Hailinyuan Fashion Hotel! The hotel is very affordable, making it a great option for budget travelers without compromising on comfort. What really stood out was the owner’s incredible hospitality. From the moment we arrived, the owner went out of their way to make our stay easy and enjoyable. They provided transport from Changbaishan Station to the hotel and even offered to take us to local attractions at no extra charge, which made exploring the area so much easier. The photos below show the owner fetching us to the attractions, which was such a thoughtful touch! The hotel is located right in town, so it’s very convenient. There are many food options nearby, as well as a convenience store, which made grabbing snacks or essentials very easy. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, and the overall environment of the hotel was welcoming and cozy. The owner is truly a kind and thoughtful person, always ready to help and ensure guests have a smooth and pleasant stay. I felt really looked after throughout our visit. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly hotel with excellent service, a convenient location, and a personal touch, I highly recommend Changbaishan Hailinyuan Fashion Hotel. The combination of affordability, hospitality, and convenience makes it an outstanding choice for anyone visiting the area."

"Right from the start, the service at this hotel felt uncomfortable. When checking in at the front desk, the staff member took my ID, then turned around to chat with a colleague, leaving me waiting. I had to ask twice before he finally said they were done chatting and proceeded with my check-in. The male front desk staff was full of arrogance! Sure enough, upon entering the room, a slipper left by the previous guest was prominently displayed on the floor! Dust and paper scraps were clearly visible in the corners. It was unbearable, so I requested a re-cleaning. Throughout it all, the hotel offered no apology whatsoever. For 2000 a night, it was a truly miserable stay!"