[2025 Xinyang Attraction] Travel Guide for Shihe Park (Updated Jun)

🚗 The location is absolutely perfect! Super convenient for outings with kids～ When choosing a hotel, convenience is the top priority! This Meiyada Hotel is tucked in the heart of Xinyang, just 1.8 km from the train station. After getting off the train, you can easily take a taxi with your luggage and kids in minutes～ The high-speed rail station is only 7 km away, and there are shopping malls and snack streets nearby. Taking the kids out for a stroll and snacks in the evening is super fun～✨ The best part is that the city government, Baihua Garden, and the museum are all close by. You can drive to these attractions in just a few minutes during the day, and the kids can even catch a nap in the car～ It’s truly the “location ceiling” for family trips～🚆 👨👩👧 The family rooms/kid-friendly rooms really get what parents need! Comfort is key～ The moment you enter the room, you feel the warmth～ The family room we booked is super spacious, and there are duplex options too. The kids can run and jump around freely inside～💤 The huge floor-to-ceiling windows let in amazing natural light, and the morning sunshine lifts everyone’s mood～ The room is equipped with an air purifier, smart curtains, and even a scale, which detail-oriented moms will love! The bathroom has a dry and wet separation, so kids can wash their hands and play with water without worrying about wet floors～ The bedding is super soft, and the kids fall asleep instantly, so this tired mom can finally relax and binge-watch shows～🌙 🍳 Buffet breakfast + thoughtful services, making traveling with kids 100% worry-free! The highlight every day is breakfast on the second floor～ There’s both Western and Chinese food, and they even have Xinyang’s signature hot dry noodles. My husband and kids couldn’t get enough～🥣 The breakfast variety is overwhelming, with buns, eggs, milk, fruits, everything you could want. The kids can pick what they like themselves, no more chasing them to eat～ There’s also a 24-hour self-service gym and laundry room on the second floor. After a day of fun, you can toss the kids’ dirty clothes into the washing machine, dry them, and take them along, no need to carry a bunch of extra clothes on the road～👟 The lobby on the first floor offers free coffee and tea, and guests get complimentary snacks and fruits. The kids were so happy holding little cookies and spinning around as soon as they walked in～ The front desk staff are super friendly and even reimbursed our taxi fare from the high-speed rail station. Parking is free too, making it super family-friendly for those driving～💕 🛍️ Fun all around! The hotel comes with a “kid-friendly buff”～ The best thing about staying in the city center is “play whenever you want”～ After breakfast, you can walk to Shihe Park to see little fish and feed pigeons. In the afternoon, take a taxi to the museum to enrich the kids’ knowledge. At night, stop by the snack street on the way back to the hotel for some sweet soup. The day is fully packed but never rushed～ The hotel feels like a “charging station,” where you can come back, rest comfortably, and wake up full of energy the next day～✨ The biggest fear of family trips is hassle, but this hotel maximizes “convenience + comfort.” Even my husband praised me for being so smart to book this place～😎 💬 Summary: You really won’t regret choosing this place for a family trip! The family rooms are cozy, the service is thoughtful, and the location is convenient. Every detail is designed with parents in mind～ Next time we come to Xinyang, we’ll definitely stay here again. The kids are already asking for “more of the hotel’s little cookies”～🍪 Highly recommend it to all families traveling with kids, just go for it～🎉

During my trip to Xinyang, I discovered this hidden gem near the train station. The decor is brand new, the cleanliness is impeccable, and the prices are incredibly affordable! 📍Address: The hotel is located next to Yihong Department Store on Dongfanghong Avenue in Shihe District! Xinhao Grand Hotel (Xinyang Train Station & Bus Station Branch) The hotel is super convenient, just 1 km (15-minute walk) from the train station! 🏨Surroundings: 1⃣Shengli Road Pedestrian Street, only 600 meters away! Shengli Road is Xinyang’s iconic commercial street, designed with inspiration from Xinyang’s "one leaf, two buds" tea culture. Stretching 435 meters from Wanjiadenghuo City Plaza in the north to Xinhong Avenue’s New Mart Mall in the south, the street is lined with shopping centers, restaurants, jewelry stores, and cinemas—a perfect spot for leisure and fun! 2⃣Tianrun Plaza, only 600 meters away! Tianrun Plaza is a one-stop destination for shopping, entertainment, and dining, surrounded by famous Xinyang snacks! 👍Spicy Chicken Rice Noodles—add extra vinegar for a delicious sour-and-spicy twist! 👍Red House’s Snow Vegetable & Edamame Buns—a creative fusion of bread and Chinese baozi, absolutely worth trying! 👍Grilled Sweet Potato Skin with Burnt Chili and Century Egg—the sweet potato skin is fantastic, and a stronger burnt chili flavor would make it even better! 👍Kaixi Big Bowl Noodles are a must-try! The shrimp wontons are also great! 3⃣Shihe Park, 1.3 km away The park features lakes, hills, and gardens—ideal for strolls, relaxation, and enjoying urban tranquility. 🛏Room Amenities: ✅Diverse room types to suit every need! ✅The cozy family room is spacious, with one large and one small bed, plus smart room controls! ✅The kids’ play area includes a swing-slide combo, a tent, and bouncing balls—endless fun for children! ❤Why We Recommend It: 1⃣Newly opened in 2025, with modern facilities! 2⃣Spotless and odor-free environment! 3⃣Great value compared to similar hotels in the area! 📝Tips: 1⃣Located downtown, parking is limited—drivers should confirm availability with the hotel in advance! 2⃣No breakfast service, but you can explore Xinyang’s famous hot dry noodles nearby in the morning! Xinhao Hotel may not be luxurious, but it excels in the essentials: cleanliness, comfort, and safety. If you’re on a budget but want a good night’s sleep, this hotel is a fantastic choice!

My dears! I just got back from Xinyang, the "Little Jiangnan of Central China"~ My mind is full of the greenery of the tea mountains and the sparkling waves of Nanwan Lake! This small city, favored by mountains and rivers, hides a slow pace of life that is gentler than poetry~ Today, I'm sharing my "Xinyang Three Days and Two Nights Healing Trip" with you 📒, taking you to unlock the correct way to "breathe fresh air + chill + taste fresh food"~💃 🌅 [Day 1: Tea Mountain Fresh Air · Contract an Entire Green Wonderland] You must start your day with a bowl of "Xinyang Hot Dry Noodles"! 🥢 The chewy noodles are covered in sesame sauce, and served with pickled cowpeas and spicy diced radish. It's so fragrant that you'll want to lick the bowl clean~ (Local's secret eating method: Add a spoonful of stewed and tender diced meat! 🤤) After eating the noodles, go straight to Jigong Mountain. Take a sightseeing bus that winds up the mountain. The bamboo forest rustles along the way, as if saying, "Welcome to the natural oxygen bar"~ 🌿 The century-old villa complex on the mountain is full of stories. The red brick walls of the British Building and the pointed windows of the German Building are great for taking retro-style movie-like photos just by leaning against the pillars~ 🌳 It is recommended to go to Baoxiaofeng in the evening to watch the sunset. The orange sunset dyes the sea of clouds red, and the entire mountain turns into a gentle gold color~ 🌇 At noon, eat "Xinyang Stew" at a farmhouse at the foot of the mountain! 🥘 Preserved pork stewed with tofu, radish stewed with beef brisket, and stir-fried lichen with eggs... The ingredients are all freshly picked and slaughtered from the mountains, full of flavor and warming to the stomach~ (Secretly tell you: You can eat three bowls of rice with the stew soup! 🍚) 🚣 [Day 2: Lake and Mountain Scenery · Unlock the Healing Code Between Mountains and Rivers] Get up early the next day and go to Nanwan Lake. Take a cruise ship that slowly sails to Bird Island. The mist on the lake has not yet dissipated, as if covering the lake with a light veil~ 🌫️ The egret flocks on the island are super shocking when they fly. The moment the white wings skim over the water, every shot is wallpaper-worthy! 🦢 The cruise ship will also stop at Tea Island. Follow the tea artist to learn how to brew a cup of Xinyang Maojian tea, watch the tea leaves stretch and sink in the glass, and the tea fragrance mixed with water vapor drills into your nose, making you feel relaxed~ 🍵 In the afternoon, go to Haotang Village. This "picturesque village" hidden in the mountains is so beautiful that it's almost illegal! 🌼 The blue-tiled and white-walled B&Bs are scattered and well-arranged. The cosmos and sunflowers in front of the door are in full bloom. You can buy handmade glutinous rice cakes made by the villagers in any small shop you push open~ 🍡 Stroll along the stream behind the village, watch the ducks splashing in the water, and listen to the cicadas chirping in the forest. Suddenly, you understand the meaning of the four words "peace and tranquility"~ 🌿 🌌 [Day 3: Strolling in the Old City · Capturing the Fireworks of the City] Leave the last day for the old city of Xinyang. First go to Shengli Road Pedestrian Street for food! 🥤 Rice noodles, cold shrimp, sugar-fried chestnuts... The carbohydrate happy street directly contracts your stomach~ Encounter an old man selling cotton candy, watching the snow-white sugar threads bloom on the turntable, and return to childhood in a second~ 🎈 Go to the Xinyang Museum in the morning to increase your knowledge. From the bronze wares of the Shang and Zhou Dynasties to the Chu culture exhibition, you can quickly get the city's millennium context~ 📚 The most surprising thing is the "Millennium Tea Rhyme" exhibition hall, where you can see tea-making tools from different eras, and you can also smell the simulated fried tea aroma, which is definitely a "olfactory version of history class"~ ☕ In the evening, take a walk in Shihe Park, watch the old men playing chess under the trees, the aunts dancing square dances, and the children chasing bubbles~ 🌇 The lights on the river bank gradually light up. Find a riverside shop to sit down, order a "stewed meat in a jar" with rice, watch the river reflect the city's neon lights, and listen to the neighbors' daily life. Suddenly, you feel that such an ordinary daily life is the most moving meaning of travel~ 🍲 ✨ [Tips] ✅ Transportation: High-speed rail to Xinyang East Station. The starting price for a taxi in the city is CNY 7. It is recommended to charter a car to the scenic spot for more convenience~ ✅ Dressing: Wear a trench coat + thin sweater in spring (the tea mountain is cool in the morning and evening), and short sleeves + sunscreen in summer (the ultraviolet rays are strong by the lake~) ✅ Avoid pitfalls: When buying tea in scenic spots, look for regular tea factories, and be cautious when buying from roadside stalls! This is my trip to Xinyang~ Here, time seems to be slowed down tenfold, and even the wind smells like "take your time"~