Hotel Romantic di Shanxi, China

I highly recommend this guesthouse! Firstly, the location is excellent. It's right inside the ancient city, very close to Huayan Temple, Nine Dragon Wall, and the ancient city wall, making it incredibly convenient for getting around. Secondly, the room layout is fantastic. In a prime location within the ancient city where every inch is precious, finding a guesthouse with two bedrooms and two bathrooms is quite rare, and it perfectly met our needs. Room hygiene: The room was clean and tidy, with no strange odors, and it was cleaned daily. Disposable bath towels and toilet seat covers were provided. The guesthouse also has parrots 🦜, peacocks 🦚, squirrels 🐿️, and goldfish 🐟, which add a lot of life to the place, and these little animals are all very friendly to people. While there are many guesthouses in the ancient city now, I still recommend this one the most, and the reason is the service! The owner of this guesthouse has an excellent service attitude, answering every question. As soon as we arrived, seeing that we were tired, they immediately brought us iced watermelon 🍉 and peaches 🍑. In the morning, they brought us warm, homegrown old corn 🌽 and local specialties. We were very touched!

Excellent service with a fantastic attitude. The location is super convenient, right next to Laoye Temple Flavored Restaurant and Kaige Restaurant. It's also just 2 kilometers in a straight line from the ancient city. The hotel's food and beverages are great value for money. Parking is hassle-free. The only downsides are that breakfast gets very crowded, and the quality and variety could be improved. Overall, it's a good hotel with great value, definitely recommended!

The Wutaishan Marriott Hotel is nestled among the mountains, right next to the South Gate of the scenic area. They offer a free shuttle service to and from the South Gate, and there's a large parking lot, making it very convenient for self-drivers. This is my second stay at the Wutaishan Marriott Hotel. The room was spacious and clean, and the bedding was comfortable. The hotel even upgraded us to a room with a view. The breakfast selection is extensive, with fresh squeezed juices and to-go cups for coffee. The freshly made knife-cut noodles are authentic and delicious, and there's also a pool and gym for relaxation. Right next door is the Fanjingli town, perfect for an evening stroll. Staying here when visiting Wutaishan is truly comfortable and reassuring.

Plenty of parking available right at the entrance; we arrived quite late but still found a spot. The hotel is very close to the scenic area, which was super convenient. We had breakfast at the hotel the next morning and headed straight to the attraction, lucky enough to see a rainbow, which made us so happy! They even gave us a souvenir when we checked out – so warm and thoughtful.

Hygiene: Better than expected! Even though it's an older five-star hotel, everything was spotlessly clean. Facilities: I personally prefer how these five-star hotels have everything you could possibly need. It's much better than modern, new hotels. They even provide separate shoe-shining cloths for sneakers and leather shoes, disposable face towels, bath mitts, irons, and umbrellas. Not only do they have soap, but also laundry detergent – so incredibly convenient! Service: Excellent! We received a complimentary fruit platter delivered to our room upon check-in. The breakfast/brunch buffet was very generous and, importantly, there was no queue. Location: Very close to the museum, city center, and other attractions. Taxis are incredibly easy to get.

Before booking, I saw many negative reviews about the hotel's outdated facilities and the courtyard parking. I debated whether to book, but curiosity eventually got the better of me as I wanted to experience this trendy Shanxi hotel. I stayed in the 'Jin Xian Lou' (Pure Yang Ya Ju) to the left of the main entrance, and the experience was awful. **Pros**: The service staff were all excellent, from the front desk during check-in to the breakfast servers and housekeeping. The room also had high ceilings, which I guess is a plus. The breakfast was alright. **Cons**: The elevator in the Jin Xian Lou had no ventilation; it was stifling hot as soon as you stepped in. The hallway outside the elevator had an indescribable musty smell. Upon entering the room, there was also an unpleasant odor, so I immediately opened the windows for ventilation. I could tolerate the room being old, and the cleanliness of a 45-square-meter room was just okay. However, I was shocked when I got to the bathroom. The plating on the shower faucet was peeling off, the shower door seal was yellowed and stiff, making it impossible to close the door. I didn't dare turn the shower water up too high. Also, the toilet seemed smaller than standard size, with an aftermarket smart lid that was positioned very oddly; a larger person probably wouldn't even fit. **Complaints**: For such a seemingly magnificent hotel, I found four hangers insufficient. I asked housekeeping for more wooden hangers, but they said they didn't have any wooden ones. They eventually brought back an assortment of plastic, wire, and other materials. Of course, housekeeping tried their best, but it's laughable that such a high-end hotel would use these hangers. Doesn't it cost much to buy some wooden hangers? The room I stayed in faced the courtyard (which was more like a public parking lot). The electronic sounds of license plates being called out from outside the window started from 6:30 AM and didn't quiet down until after 11:00 PM, along with car horns and other noises in between. The hotel hosts many groups and conferences, which makes it very noisy. It's not suitable for individual travelers who prefer a quiet stay. I will not choose to stay here again if I return to Taiyuan. It's all show and no substance, not worth it 👎

📍 Geographical location: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It is very close to the Qiaojia Courtyard scenic spot, 15 minutes drive, it is very convenient to go back to the residence after visiting the scenic spot, and the surrounding dining facilities are complete. 🏡 Environment: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The overall environment is comfortable and simple, it is a new version of Home Inn products, with complete facilities. 🛏 Room: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Health is in place, bedding is comfortable, intelligent customer control, dry and wet separation, equipment is all available. 💁 Service: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The front desk is very welcoming, will explain the route, provide local food suggestions, breakfast is rich, there is free parking.

A very satisfying travel experience! The boss was very enthusiastic and drove us in and out of the city. He also recommended a tour route in the city for us, which was very heartwarming~ The environment inside and outside the hotel is beautiful, which is a surprise! The yard satisfies my fantasy of Pingyao Ancient City! Moreover, the hotel is near the city building, which is easy to find. It is in the center of the ancient city when you go out, and it is very convenient to go out for a walk and go anywhere! The facilities in the room are complete, the sanitary conditions are good, the bathing is very comfortable, and the sleep is also comfortable! I will bring my parents and relatives to play next time!

The environment is great! The house is big and clean. It really exceeded the expectations of this trip. Traveling to Datong is cleaner than Datong City and is close to the expressway and scenic spots. It is very convenient to eat in residential areas. Xiao Wu at the front desk has a good service attitude and is clean and hygienic. , parking is free, will stay again next time

After several days of travel, staying here was perfect for a hot spring soak to wash away the fatigue. The night view is absolutely stunning, and the architecture is just like the Wang Family Compound. You can even walk along the city wall, which is very pleasant. I slept incredibly well – the bedding was comfortable, and the environment was quiet, so I slept right through until morning. Waking up to the sound of birds was a lovely experience. No need to worry about meals; the in-house Chinese restaurant charges the same prices as outside establishments, and the service is warm. The Wang family started with tofu, and here you can enjoy authentic Wang Family tofu with a very unique flavor. For parking or taxis, head directly to the underground parking lot. You can ask the concierge to help with your luggage. Since it's an ancient building, elevators cannot be installed, so expect to use stairs.