Neighboring lakes and mountains, accompanied by private hot springs! voco Hotel’s healing escape

Introduction: Move your holiday into the secret realm of lakes and mountains​ A 40-minute drive from downtown Ningbo, the cityscape outside the car window gradually gives way to lush green forests. When the misty waves of Dongqian Lake faintly appear, the voco Hotel’s wooden-toned buildings are already nestled among the pine waves. As InterContinental’s upscale resort brand, here there are no noisy crowds, only tranquility surrounded by mountains on three sides and facing the lake on one side — the hotel itself is a 700-acre pine forest park, and staying here unlocks an entire natural oxygen bar. This is how a vacation should be!​ 🏡 Rooms: Open the window to the view, private hot springs hold the secret to relaxation​ The courtyard private hot spring room I stayed in perfectly hit the core expectations of a vacation! The moment you open the door, warm-toned wooden furniture meets the green pine forest outside the window in a full embrace. The 35㎡ space is open and bright, with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows “hanging” the lake and mountain scenery right at the head of the bed. The King Koil mattress has just the right firmness; once you lie down, you don’t want to get up. With a gentle press of the smart control, the floor heating brings a warm and cozy feeling, allowing you to walk barefoot comfortably even in winter.​ The biggest surprise is the private hot spring pool in the courtyard! The butler has thoughtfully prepared warm water in advance; sprinkle in the provided bath salts, and the moment you soak in the warm spring, all your fatigue instantly melts away. At dusk, watch the sunset dye the pine forest golden red, with the lake shimmering; late at night, look up to see the long-missed starry sky of the city. Soaking in the hot spring while listening to the chirping insects and the wind is the ultimate romance of a vacation. The bathroom features double sinks, a separate bathtub, and Elemis toiletries, full of upscale details that make even washing up a pleasure.​ 🚶 Public Areas: 700-acre pine forest park, offering all-day wild fun​ The vacation vibe at voco is hidden in the rich “no need to leave the hotel” experiences. Put on your sneakers early in the morning and jog along the 10-kilometer mountain trail. The soft path is paved with pine needles, the air is bursting with negative oxygen ions, and the only sounds are birdsong and the wind. Occasionally, you’ll encounter uniquely shaped Podocarpus and Southern Song Dynasty stone carvings, as if strolling through a natural botanical museum.​ Afternoon time can be spent at the pine forest park’s koi pond and plum blossom garden, where red fish play and flowers sway. Every snapshot looks like a scene from a Japanese magazine. Families with children will never be bored; the 3,000㎡ “Giant Tribe” children’s playground and indoor play castle provide enough space for kids to burn off energy all day, while parents can relax in the garden tea room with a pot of clear tea, enjoying a rare moment of peace. For fitness lovers, the 24-hour gym’s floor-to-ceiling windows look out onto the forest, allowing you to make eye contact with nature while running. The adjacent self-service laundry also makes long-term stays more convenient.​ 🍽️ Dining: Enjoy a healing breakfast with a view​ The breakfast at Songxuan All-Day Dining Restaurant maximizes the vacation ritual! Outside the floor-to-ceiling windows is a neatly trimmed garden landscape, with sunlight streaming onto the dining tables. A wide variety of Chinese and Western dishes are available — freshly cooked Ningbo soup noodles that are incredibly flavorful, Western-style croissants that are crispy and fluffy, plus fresh fruit, freshly ground coffee, and exquisite desserts. The whole family sits together, chatting about last night’s private hot spring experience and this morning’s trail adventures, feeling overwhelmingly happy. It’s worth mentioning that a 45-minute free travel photo shoot is included with your stay. The photographer will take you to the hotel’s best photo spots, providing 3 raw photos plus 1 retouched photo, easily capturing beautiful lake and mountain memories.​ Surroundings: Connecting the poetry and distance of Dongqian Lake​ The hotel’s location is truly a treasure! You can walk to the Dongqian Lake loop trail, rent a bike to ride while feeling the lake breeze and watching the wetland egrets; a 20-minute drive takes you to Hanling Old Street, where you can explore old-brand delicacies and intangible cultural heritage crafts on the cobblestone streets; or visit the Xiaoputuo Scenic Area, stroll along Taogong Causeway, and experience the “Taihu grandeur and Xizi charm” of the lake and mountain scenery. After a day of fun, return to the hotel to soak in the private hot spring and enjoy a free drink from the minibar, reaching the peak of vacation comfort.​ ✨ Conclusion: This lake and mountain vacation heals all fatigue​ Only upon leaving do you realize that voco’s vacation vibe is not only due to the natural gift of the 700-acre pine forest park but also the thoughtful details of InterContinental quality — from free parking and shuttle buses to the scenic spots, to pillow menus and baby crib services, every detail makes you feel safe and at ease. Here, there’s no need to rush your itinerary or squeeze into crowded attractions; just give your time to the lakes, mountains, private hot springs, and pine waves, letting your body and mind slowly recharge in nature.​ If Dongqian Lake is Ningbo’s backyard garden, then voco Hotel is the most healing secret realm within that garden. Next time I want to escape the city’s hustle and bustle, I will definitely come back for a romantic date with the lakes, mountains, and private hot springs~