[2024 Xiamen Stay] Travel Guide for HUMBLE HALL (Updated Sep)
Must-Stay B&B in Xiamen - A Double Pursuit of Design and Comfort.
Recalling the glory of the past, this boutique hotel on Gulangyu Island is a journey through time and space. Located at No. 18 Gongping Road, the Red Hall Hotel was once a historic Christian church. Today, its retro decor in the style of Shaker has awakened that elegant era. 🫖
Here, design and comfort are equally important. Every piece of furniture and every decoration reveals a simple aesthetic and a warm atmosphere. Every detail here is carefully crafted to meet the double pursuit of design and comfort. 📌
⭐Rooms🏠
13 unique rooms, each shining with the unique charm of Shaker style. Simple and practical, yet aesthetically pleasing. The designers and owners here have put a lot of thought into it, and every detail touches the heart.
⭐Amenities🧰
The cardamom tea provided by the hotel🍵, the licorice aroma in the room, and the walls painted with atrium stone, all give a sense of ultimate texture. There are also surprises hidden in the cloakroom, which are amazing. 🉑🉑💗💗
⭐Dining🍜
In the STONEBOX café in the courtyard☕, you can enjoy a leisurely morning or afternoon tea and dessert under the company of ancient banyan trees and huge rocks. The seafood noodles and handmade ramen here are authentic and have a first-class taste. 😍
⭐Experience🛍️
STONEBOX is open all day, and you can take a break here at any time, taste a cup of coffee, enjoy fresh fruit, or even use it as a shared office space. The homemade desserts are simple but hit your taste buds. 🌹🌹🌹
Max~Mitchell
A Period of Time and the Relative Stillness of an Island—Red Hall·Gulangyu
It is said that the predecessor of Red Hall was a Christian church built in 1930. Over different periods, it has always been used as a center for religious activities. Perhaps because of this background, Red Hall seems to have a more mysterious tone than other hotels on the island.
Especially on the already tranquil nights of Gulangyu, one cannot help but feel a sense of awe, imagining the stories that might have occurred here over the past nearly one hundred years.
Red Hall is situated relatively high, seemingly maintaining a polite distance from the crowd, but in reality, opening the window reveals the street. Perhaps early in the morning, the warm greetings between neighbors on their walks and the grocery store owner will wake you up. The palpable sense of life inexplicably adds a sense of reassurance.
The hotel’s backyard has an outdoor platform where you can bask in the sun while having breakfast. Rows of wooden benches and candlesticks occasionally remind you of the century-old church history here. Standing on the platform, you can see several dilapidated old villas awaiting repair a dozen meters away. Maybe next time you come, their dusty stories will also be given new meanings.
StellarWhisper
Gulangyu Red Hall Hotel
🌟When we arrived at the island, the butler was already waiting at the pier with winter melon tea. It takes about 15 minutes to walk from the pier to the hotel, and we encountered more than 10 cats, truly living up to the name of Cat Island. Upon check-in, welcome tea and snacks were served, and the butterfly pastries were delicious. Afternoon tea, goodnight sweet soup, and breakfast are all included in the room rate, and each one is a pleasant surprise.
Breakfast offers a wide variety of options, from main dishes like seafood rice to fruits and yogurt, all of which are impressive.
🌟After an evening walk by the sea, we returned to the hotel, and the butler brought goodnight sweet soup. Sitting in the corridor, enjoying the breeze while sipping warm peach gum and white fungus soup, it felt like 'soup to cure all ailments.'
🌟The hotel's entire aesthetic is based on Shaker style, simple, sincere, and restrained. From the tableware to the food supplies, you can feel that each item has its own purpose and they complement each other, romantic and charming.
🌟The hotel staff are also very gentle and make you feel at home.
Nova Hayes 456
Living in the Poetic Summer of Gulangyu | Red Hall Hotel, Where Dreams Begin
| Red Hall Hotel, Where Dreams Begin.🌿 “The sound of chopping wood, the chirping of birds,” when the artistic conception of ancient poetry meets the Red Hall Hotel on Gulangyu, every moment seems to travel through time to the tranquil moments deep in the valley.🏞️ At the top of the hill, side by side with Sunlight Rock, Red Hall Hotel welcomes every traveler with its unique charm.
📍【Prime Location】Located in the heart of Gulangyu, Xiamen, Fujian, nestled between the mountains and the sea, with an endless view. From Neicuo'ao Wharf to the island, every step is a scene, until you reach Red Hall, as if stepping into a secret realm gently treated by time.
🎨【Design Beauty】The ingenious design by space designer Fang Lingjia brings new life to this preaching hall built in 1930. Harmoniously coexisting with island rocks and century-old banyan trees, every brick and tile tells a story, and every corner reveals elegance.
👩💼【Butler Service】From the moment you step on the island, the butler of Red Hall provides meticulous care, instantly dispelling the fatigue of the journey. A cup of brown sugar winter melon tea and a thoughtful guide make you feel the warmth of home.
🛋️【Accommodation Experience】The "Just Right" room, with a name that hides a touch of warmth. Elegant furnishings, exquisite daily necessities, and a well-stocked mini-bar and books make you feel the charm of quality life in every detail. The chirping of insects and cicadas outside the window is the most beautiful melody of summer nights.
☕️【Rock Café】Afternoon tea time is a scenery not to be missed at Red Hall. Wooden elements and fruit decorations, with a transparent view, make people feel relaxed and happy. The smile of the service staff is like a breeze in summer, making people feel comfortable.
🏖️【Meihua Beach】Walking to the seaside, the sunset and waves of Meihua Beach are a romantic gift from Gulangyu. The sea breeze gently blows, the sunset is golden, and every frame is worth cherishing.
🍵【Tea Culture Class】As night falls, the tea culture class of "Er San Cong" gives the soul a cultural baptism. In the lingering fragrance of tea, it seems that you can hear the whispers of history and feel the inheritance of culture.
🥛【Goodnight Milk】The goodnight milk before going to bed is the gentle care of Red Hall for every guest. Whole or skimmed, hot or cold, with or without sugar, everything is up to you, just wishing you a good dream.
🌅【Morning Light and Breakfast】Waking up in the morning, clothes are neatly hung, and the smell of the dryer makes people feel at ease. The breakfast at Rock Café, with the perfect combination of creamy scallop risotto and cheese chicken, starts a day full of energy.
🚢【Farewell Ticket】When the departing ship slowly leaves Neicuo'ao Wharf, the heart is full of reluctance. But the memories of Red Hall will be as warm and beautiful as the sunset on Gulangyu.
💌Finally, may we all feel every moment in life with the same heart as the time spent at Red Hall. Whether it is the sunset, autumn river, flowers, the sound of rain, fragrance, wine, or snacks, they are all precious treasures in life.💖
AngelicSorceress
Gulangyu·Red Hall | A century-old building nestled between rocks and ancient banyan trees
| A century-old building nestled between rocks and ancient banyan trees. Gulangyu·Red Hall | A century-old building nestled between rocks and ancient banyan trees
Recalling the elegance of the past, the Red Hall, located on Gulangyu Island, is not just a boutique hotel offering a night's stay; it is a journey through time. Situated at 18 Gongping Road, the Red Hall Hotel was once a historic Christian chapel. Today, its Shaker-style vintage decor revives that elegant era.
Here, design and comfort go hand in hand. Every piece of furniture, every decoration, exudes a minimalist aesthetic and a cozy atmosphere. Every detail here is meticulously crafted to satisfy both design and comfort, making it hard to leave.
· Guest Rooms
Unique guest rooms, each shining with the distinctive charm of Shaker style. Simple yet practical, without losing beauty. The designers and owners have poured their hearts into every detail, touching the hearts of guests.
Amenities
The hotel offers cardamom tea, the scent of licorice in the rooms, and walls painted with courtyard stones, all providing an ultimate sense of texture. Le Labo toiletries and Dyson hairdryers are standard features. The walk-in closet also hides surprises that will amaze you.
Dining
At the STONE BOX café in the courtyard, you can enjoy a leisurely morning or an afternoon dessert and tea break accompanied by ancient banyan trees and giant rocks. The seafood noodles and handmade ramen here are authentic in taste and top-notch in texture.
Experience
STONE BOX is open all day, allowing you to take a break, enjoy a cup of coffee, fresh fruits, or even use it as a shared office space at any time. The homemade desserts are simple yet hit the spot, with chiffon cake and coconut milk pudding offering a delicious treat with every bite.
AEZ. Ray 3396
Xiamen Accommodation Guide! You must experience this hidden gem of a hotel
Just checked out! Choosing this hidden gem hotel for a trip to Xiamen was such a great decision!
Nearby attractions: Sunlight Rock, Meihua Beach, Gulangyu Art Academy
Travel is very convenient. It's also quite close to the commercial streets and various restaurants
Advance booking days: 2
Room type: Any
Average price per person: 700
Bathroom: The dry and wet separation is great, I really like the style
Beds and pillows: Super soft, very comfortable to sleep on
The hotel's breakfast and afternoon tea are fantastic, the taste is super delicious
Overall, the hotel butler service is very thoughtful, had a perfect holiday here~
_TI***jf
100 Ways to Play at the Treasure Hotel.
Steaming hot, every tea party is an impromptu live event,
immersing oneself in it is a journey through a lively Gongfu tea experience.
'Tea Party for the Completion of Chaozhou Gongfu Tea'
Yehfun and HUMBLE HALL Red Hall Hotel jointly present
In a comfortable and cozy atmosphere, HUMBLE HALL Red Hall Hotel has hosted several courtyard gatherings, outdoor tea sessions, courtyard movie viewings, and various team-building gatherings. Friends here express and communicate in a relaxed and joyful state, enjoying a rich and diverse journey experience.
Gulangyu
Treat Every Breakfast on the Journey with Heart | Humble Hall Hotel on Gulangyu Island.
At the STONE BOX courtyard breakfast in the hotel, the breakfast menu inevitably includes local flavors. We choose ingredients such as local seafood and Minnan-style noodles, paired with some representative Minnan condiments, allowing guests to experience authentic local flavors without leaving the hotel.
HUMBLE HALL Hotel combines the cultural background of the Shakers to also develop Western-style fusion cuisine, offering a variety of taste options for you; the richly varied Four Seasons Salad changes ingredients with the seasons and also alters the cooking methods accordingly; we insist on some handmade products, using our own recipes to make thick and creamy yogurt, soft and fluffy plain toast, and multigrain toast.
Please enjoy your breakfast every day😇
Gulangyu
Gulangyu Red Hall, experience the relative stillness of an island
After visiting Gulangyu several times, what impressed me the most was the Red Hall.
It hides in the alley, isolated next to steepness, quiet and speechless.
Understated and romantic.
It is at No. 18 Fair Road, the former church, walking in gives people a sense of stability.
The minimalist wood tone, as if it is a girls' dormitory from afar.
Under the ancient banyan tree, a cup of coffee and a refined simple meal.
It's simplicity in a complicated world.
In the moment of gazing at this building,
I felt the sediment of this century-old architecture.
It has preserved, every exquisite corner.
Here, the long-lost chirping of insects accompanies you to sleep.
On Gulangyu, there indeed are some places
where time seems to stand still.
Wanderlust Foodie
Came to Gulangyu for a hotel!
Came to Gulangyu for a hotel
The Red Hall was formerly a Christian chapel on the island. This century-old building is built against the mountain, simple and serene
It's filled with a friendly and quiet atmosphere, and a relaxing holiday vibe
I really like the hotel's Xiake-style aesthetic, wooden furniture, and simple utensils
The room card replaced by a key, the small courtyard covered with gravel, this time I booked the 'Jieke' room type
Two single beds with a set of table and chairs in between, it's my first time staying in a room with this structure, it feels like living in Kiki's home from 'Kiki's Delivery Service'
After arriving on the island, a butler will come to the pier to pick you up
You can also book to have your luggage delivered to the pier when leaving the island
You can only walk on Gulangyu, I suggest everyone to enter the island from Neicuo'ao, it's about a 10-minute walk to reach
The stay includes afternoon tea and evening sweet soup, I like the salty cream chiffon and coconut jelly
After enjoying the afternoon tea, you can walk to Meihua Beach to watch the sunset
Dinner at the Red Pig Restaurant downstairs in the hotel, experiencing the Southeast Asian flavor, breakfast also offers local specialties, very rich overall it's a very satisfying accommodation experience
David Foster
Gulangyu Hongtang Hotel
Simple, quiet, and steady
Hotel Introduction: Gulangyu Hongtang Hotel
Preface: Whether it's Gulangyu's earliest Christian 'preaching hall', or today's 'HUMBLE HALL Hongtang', this courtyard has always been a 'relatively static' place, just like the century-old rock wall it relies on.
Design: This old house was a Christian preaching hall in the 1930s. After being carefully polished by the person in charge, it took nearly a year and a half to reshape, forming a homestay with a strong sense of design and details hidden everywhere. Every corner here is as beautiful as a landscape painting. The designer continues the breath of this old building, restores the gentle and restrained texture, and carefully selects various utensils and furniture, like frozen fragments plucked from the long river of history, transformed into another kind of exquisite across the ages, and re-integrated into every corner here.
Guest Room: Hongtang has a total of 12 guest rooms, including twin rooms, double rooms, and family rooms. All room types have a high pursuit of living movement lines, environmental light, and space atmosphere, and even the names of the rooms have a comfortable atmosphere. All room types choose high-quality and excellent brands, and the toiletries choose LELABO 33, which is in line with the brand concept. In addition to customized furniture and utensils, most rooms also have independent cloakrooms.
Catering: Hongtang has introduced the Red Pig Restaurant, a restaurant brand that has been operating in Xiamen for 6 years, featuring Gulangyu overseas Chinese family cuisine. It is said that the dishes here carry many Gulangyu people's taste memories of family gatherings in their childhood, and the best braised pork rice on the island.
Activities: Hongtang not only wants to create a comfortable residence, but also wants to become a courtyard with rich experiences. There are various activities such as music performances, poetry recitations, art residencies, healing journeys... Hongtang is exploring various possibilities of art and cultural space, recording, narrating, and revisiting the local island's customs, humanities and history, looking forward to slowing down the passage of time in this space and returning to a relatively quiet and self-consistent state.