Xuzhou's must-stay Zen-inspired hotel! The Oriental luxury residence at the foot of Yunlong Mountain

Zen-inspired hotels are not uncommon, but Yundongjing is second to none in integrating culture into architecture and refining details and elegance to such an extreme. The hotel is hidden within the Yundong cultural district at the foot of Yunlong Mountain, boasting the city's premier Zen meditation-themed comprehensive complex. It is composed of four traditional wooden roofed buildings, which exude a simple and profound charm with their restrained and implicit design, facing the mountain temples from afar, writing together the age-old legend of Zen practice. Design The hotel's layout cleverly incorporates the concept of introversion into the architecture, landscape, and interior, creating a tranquil and coherent spatial experience. The roof, constructed of wood and mortise-and-tenon joints, is memorable, making one stop to admire it. Every step here highlights the essence of Eastern aesthetics, revealing a simple and natural artistic conception everywhere. Rooms There are a total of 44 guest rooms, divided into three types: Hidden, Realm, and Joy. Although the number of rooms is not large, every detail exudes high standards, with Parma water toiletries, Dyson hair dryers, Black Swan mattresses, and healing energy stones at the bedside, all silently telling the story of Yundongjing's healing journey. Dining Yundongjing advocates mindful eating, prepared by a top-notch team of chefs, fresh ingredients transformed into fine dishes, each dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. The menu is constantly updated with the seasons, and looking at the dish presentation, one might mistake it for being in a high-end restaurant in the Jiangnan area. Activities Yundongjing is famous for its healing experiences, from the tea-tasting ceremony of the Song Dynasty literati gatherings to mindful walking meditation, from energy yoga to meditation, singing bowls, and mindful sky-gazing, each activity allows one to experience the profound charm of traditional culture, a journey to awaken the inner senses and yearn for the Eastern Zen culture.