"This hotel in Guilin was absolutely fantastic, a real gem! 👍👍 I simply have to rave about it. One of our biggest worries when traveling is often a remote hotel location, right? Not at all with this one! It's right on the edge of Zhengyang Pedestrian Street, and just a quick turn around the corner brings you to a myriad of snack shops. On our first night, we casually strolled around and reached Elephant Trunk Hill Park in just ten minutes. The next day, we also walked to Two Rivers and Four Lakes to see the night view. The funniest part was that every time we took a taxi back and told the driver the hotel name, they didn't even need navigation – they'd just step on the gas and we'd be there in no time. Talk about a convenient location!
We booked a standard room, but the lovely lady at the front desk noticed I was staying for several nights and specially upgraded me to a mountain view room. I wasn't expecting much, but when I drew open the curtains, it was a definite 'wow' moment! The entire floor-to-ceiling window offered a direct view of Duxiu Peak, a unique small hill characteristic of Guilin. Waking up in bed, I could gaze at a real-life landscape painting, feeling as if I were living inside a scenic postcard.
The bathroom had excellent wet/dry separation, and the shower had great pressure and piping hot water. What truly impressed me was the provision of laundry detergent specifically for delicates – something you rarely see in other hotels. The welcome card in the room also thoughtfully described the hotel's location and nearby attractions. This small detail really showed their consideration.
Breakfast deserves a special shout-out! Their rice noodle stall always had a small queue, but it was absolutely worth the wait! The chef blanched the noodles right in front of you, and you could add as many toppings as you liked. I had two hearty bowls every single day. There was also Gongcheng Oil Tea, with a fragrant aroma, served with fried rice and *sazi* (fried dough twists). Drinking it was incredibly comforting and warming. Other items included freshly fried eggs, vegetable salad, fresh fruit, yogurt, and so on. While the variety wasn't overwhelming, every single item was substantial and of good quality.
The service was also very pleasant. The young lady at the front desk remembered our room number and even our surname, always greeting us with a smile whenever we met. Especially when my friend wasn't feeling well during our stay, the cleaning lady noticed the medicine on the table and thoughtfully left extra bottles of water along with a heartwarming note. These little things really made us feel cared for.
The rooftop restaurant offered spectacular views! We went up on our second night and watched the lights of Guilin city and the East-West Alley gradually twinkle on, as the distant mountain silhouettes softly faded into the night. That feeling was simply idyllic. The restaurant's dishes weren't expensive and tasted quite good. The scenery here was far superior to many dedicated scenic viewpoints.
Anyway, my overall impression of this hotel is that it has everything you need without any unnecessary fluff. No extravagant or impractical facilities, but every aspect of our stay was convenient and incredibly comfortable. The price is mid-range for Guilin city center, but the overall experience genuinely exceeded expectations. If you're going to Guilin next time, I genuinely recommend trying this place. I've already decided to book here again when I bring my parents next time!
Oh, one last thing: they offer several types of pillows to choose from, which is incredibly thoughtful for people like us who are particular about their pillows!!!"