[2025 Wenzhou Stay] Travel Guide for banhouse (Updated Apr)

Why Visit Dongtou Island? Dongtou, Wenzhou's only island district, consists of 302 islands and is known as the "Pearl of the East China Sea." Here you'll find the unique sight of "Half-Screen Mountain, half in Taiwan," a colorful painting village, cliff walkways, sea ranches, and the "Little Erhai" blue and white paradise that rivals international destinations. No boat needed—you can drive straight there! 🚗 Transportation Guide Self-driving: From Wenzhou, navigate to "Dongtou Island." Crossing the Lingni North Embankment is free, and parking on the island is convenient (scenic spots charge 10-20 yuan per time). Public transportation: From Wenzhou South Station → Dongtou New City Station (25 yuan by bus), then transfer to Dongtou Tourism Bus Line 1 (5 yuan) to various attractions. Attractions are scattered around the island, so it's recommended to rent an electric vehicle (80 yuan/day) or hire a car (200 yuan/day). Boat trips: To visit Zhuyu Island and others, you need to charter a boat at Dongtou Pier, booking one day in advance. 📅 Recommended Itinerary (2 Days 1 Night Highlights) Day 1: Island Tour, Visit Internet-Famous Spots Morning: Depart from Wenzhou: Navigate to "Dongtou Island" by car, cross the Lingni North Embankment Bridge (free), arrive in 1 hour; or take a bus from Wenzhou South Station to Dongtou New City Bus Station (1.5 hours, 25 yuan). First Stop: Little Erhai (Zhongyu Waiting for You) Blue and white windmills, piano, rainbow embankment with the blue sea as background. Wear light-colored dresses for "pretending to be abroad" photos (free entry, parking 10 yuan). Noon: Seafood Stalls Recommended "Dock Seafood City." Must-try dishes: clam soup, "cat's ears" (sweet and savory rice balls made from sweet potato starch), and green onion oil crab. About 60 yuan per person. Afternoon: Colorful Painting Village (Dongtou Village): Fairy-tale colored houses with murals full of fishing village charm. Check out the "wings" mural and "Doraemon" stairs. Free photo opportunities. Xiandieyan Scenic Area (50 yuan): Cliff walkways overlooking crashing waves, glass viewing platforms to test your courage. About 2 hours of hiking, ending at Dashaao Beach. Evening: Jiucai'ao Beach The largest artificial beach in southern Zhejiang. At sunset, orange light bathes the sea surface. Fireworks shows and bonfire parties on summer weekends (30 yuan entrance fee, including performances). Overnight Stay: Yanhai Mountain Residence (500-1000 yuan/night): Converted stone houses with cliff-side pools and sea-view terraces. Ban Holiday Hotel (300-600 yuan/night): Nordic design, near the beach, good value. Day 2: Cultural and Hidden Gem Exploration Early Morning: Wanghai Tower (30 yuan) The premier tower in the Southeast. Climb to the top for a 360° panoramic view of the hundred islands. Five exhibition halls showcase Min-Ou fishing culture. Great for panoramic photos. Morning: Half-Screen Mountain Scenic Area (including walkway, 30 yuan) Hike the seaside walkway to see the "natural rock sculpture gallery at sea." Unique rock formations like "Fisherman Sailing" and "Black Dragon in the Sea." Even more impressive from aerial photography. Noon: Huagang Fishing Village Century-old stone house village. Try "yellow croaker noodles" and "seaweed meatballs." Visit the "Huatian Huadi" guesthouse cluster and experience slow living. Afternoon: Baidie Island/Zhuyu Island (choose one) Baidie Island: Windmill highway + reed marshes, Japanese-style fresh photo opportunities. Zhuyu Island: Uninhabited island for snorkeling and beach combing (boat charter required, about 200 yuan/person). Experience primitive island adventure. 📸 Photo Spots Little Erhai: Shoot before 10 AM on sunny days to avoid backlight. Wear white dresses and straw hats to pretend you're in Jeju Island. Colorful Painting Village: Find pink stairs and blue doors and windows. Use wide-angle lens to capture color contrasts. Xiandieyan Walkway: Walk sideways along the cliff edge to capture the dynamic feeling of waves crashing against rocks. Huagang Fishing Village: Stone houses + bougainvillea for vintage film style. Best light in the evening. Jiucai'ao Sunset: Silhouettes + fireworks. Use a tripod for long exposure to capture light trails. ⚠️ Tips to Avoid Pitfalls Weather Trap: Islands are often foggy. Check the weather forecast before going. Walkways close on rainy days. Seafood Scams: Confirm prices before ordering. Be cautious with "market price" dishes. Recommend stalls with clearly marked prices. Accommodation Choices: Prices triple during holidays. Book 2 weeks in advance. Prioritize New City or Dongping Street areas. Photo Timing: Little Erhai has severe backlighting in the afternoon. Recommended shooting before 9 AM or at dusk. Free Alternatives: Jiucai'ao tickets are expensive. Try Dong'ao Beach (free) for sunset views—fewer people, beautiful scenery. 🌅 Conclusion The beauty of Dongtou Island is in the fishing port lights reflecting on returning boats, the white waves at the end of cliff walkways, and the bowl of "cat's ears" served by grandmothers in the colorful villages. It's not far from the city, yet feels like it exists in a different, slower time. Take this guide, feel the East China Sea breeze, and be an islander for a day!

| Ban Holiday Hotel, Enjoy a Relaxing Time 📍[Hotel Location] The hotel is located in a beautiful area, like a quiet oasis hidden in the city. 🌳 It's also easy to get to, whether you're driving 🚗 or taking public transportation. 🚌 It's perfect for those who want to go out and have fun but don't want the hassle. 🏨[Hotel Environment] As soon as you step into the hotel, you can feel the unique holiday atmosphere. The overall decor is exquisite yet cozy, combining modern simplicity with natural elements. 🌱 Every detail is just right, making it a pleasure to look at. The lobby is spacious and bright, with comfortable sofas 🛋 and carefully placed greenery. 🪴 It's as if they're warmly welcoming every guest. 🛏[Room Experience] The rooms are a highlight! 🌟 They're spacious and clean, with soft and comfortable bedding. Lying down feels like being wrapped in a cloud, ☁️ and you can sleep until you naturally wake up. Each room has a great view, some overlooking the garden, full of greenery. Waking up to that fresh green in the morning instantly puts you in a great mood. 🌞 Others offer a view of the city's unique charm, with the night view being breathtaking when the lights come on. 😍 The rooms are fully equipped, with smart devices that are easy to use, showing the hotel's thoughtfulness and care. 🤗 🌅[Hotel Facilities] The facilities here are amazing! There's a beautiful outdoor pool, 🏊‍♀️ perfect for swimming on sunny days. The cool water washes away all your worries. There are also comfortable loungers and umbrellas ⛱ by the pool. After swimming, you can sunbathe and enjoy a juice, 🍹 making for a relaxing afternoon. The hotel also has a gym, 🏋️‍♀️ so you can keep up your exercise routine even on vacation. The children's play area 🎠 is popular with families, with fun facilities for kids to enjoy while parents relax. 😃 🍽[Gourmet Feast] The food is not to be missed! The hotel's restaurant offers a variety of exquisite dishes, from authentic Wenzhou specialties 🥘 to other delicious cuisines. The fresh ingredients and superb cooking make each dish a work of art, 🎨 tempting you with just a look. Breakfast is varied, nutritious, and delicious, starting your day off right. 🥐 💁[Service Experience] The service at the hotel is excellent! 👏 From the warm smiles and greetings of the staff when you enter to the attentive service during your stay, every step makes you feel at home. If you have any problems, they're quick to help, making you feel as comfortable as if you were at home. 🤝 In short, if you're planning a vacation in Wenzhou or just want to relax and escape the city's hustle and bustle, Ban Holiday Hotel is the perfect choice. 🌟 Trust me, after staying here for a night, you'll fall in love with it. 💕

| Wenzhou's Top 1 Resort Hotel! Zhejiang Getaway | Wenzhou's Top 1 Resort Hotel I went to Wenzhou Dongtou Villa Resort for a three-day vacation with my friends during the National Day holiday. We stayed in Villa No. 6. It was so relaxing to chat with friends under the candlelight. The hotel has a swimming pool, a playground, and a slide. The kids had a great time. The kids in our group loved the sea-facing layout. It's like spring all year round. The hotel is so beautiful. It's a great place to go on weekends. This is the largest and most comfortable suite in the hotel. I've known about this hotel for a long time, but I just went there. It's really beautiful, but it's expensive. I don't recommend going there during the National Day holiday. It's more suitable for a weekend getaway.

I must praise this super design-conscious hotel! Nestled in the mountains and by the sea, it is located in the mountains, and there is a large beach and sea area below the mountain. It is suitable for family, parent-child, and couple travel and stay! 🌳Hotel environment: Full of design sense, any place can take a big picture, top-notch! I like the stairs and the infinity pool, I can't resist the infinity pool! It's a pity that the weather is too cold otherwise it would be super photogenic. 💁‍♀️Service: The hotel service is also very good! There are tour buses for pick-up and drop-off, and you can enjoy the scenery along the way. 🏨Hotel facilities: swimming pool, coffee shop, restaurant, the villa area can also have outdoor barbecues, because it is on the mountain, it is also equipped with a self-service snack machine. The capsule coffee and tea in the room are unlimited and free! They also thoughtfully prepared a medicine box. This is great. (We stayed in a double bed room) ⛱️Surrounding play: The beach is just outside the hotel, and there are many seafood stalls within a few miles around, for you to choose. Dongtou is not big, the nearby places to play are quite close, you can also go to the old town to eat the famous Furong fish balls.

Right at Dongtou❕ Sisters, it’s really chilling to go to Dongtou in winter❕ Lazy and windy🈵️! ! - After staying in a hotel for a few k1⃣️ nights, Zundu felt this Chill~ Blow the sea breeze, bask in the sun, and take a nap The cliff infinity pool is really nice to take pictures📷 (It’s just a pity that I forgot to bring my swimsuit🥲🥲) 🔖：Dongtouban·Resort Hotel 🔖: The beach is right opposite (the location is easy to find) The hotel is divided into detached and single-room styles. Room 4⃣️ I stayed in was Japanese style. Personally like it! I heard that the decoration style of each building is different! ! Every room has a C-seat view of the sea, a complete masterpiece! The greening of the entire hotel is really great! ! Like it at first glance! ! Must get it during the Spring Festival! ! ! You can also have English afternoon tea or make tea by the fire in the afternoon! It’s really lazy and cozy! !