Homestays in Guizhou, China

As someone who's a bit of a clean freak, I was extremely impressed with the cleanliness of this hotel. There were no strange odors in the room, the carpet was dry, and the sheets were pristine white and wrinkle-free. The bathroom had excellent separation of wet and dry areas, and water stains were promptly cleaned. You can really tell the hotel puts a lot of effort into its cleaning and disinfection, which made for a very reassuring stay.

This five-diamond hotel, listed on Ctrip's hotel ranking and one of the top hotels in Tongren, turned out to be incredibly disappointing! First, let's talk about the positives: the overall environment was indeed good. We stayed in the garden view building, and it offered great photo opportunities outside. The room facilities and equipment were fine, and there was plenty of hot water. However, there were just too many downsides! 1. When we booked, our first choice was a twin room. Since only the Suzhou-style garden twin room was available that day, we booked it. Upon arriving in Tongren, we took a taxi following the navigation, only to find a long flight of stairs at the hotel entrance with no bellhop in sight. It was hot, and we had two suitcases. I went up to call for help, and there was only one person at the front desk who said I had to wait. It was a peak season during a short holiday, so why weren't enough staff arranged? Did it seem like the occupancy rate was very low?! Okay, after struggling to carry our two suitcases up, suddenly there were two people at the front desk... Then the front desk staff started scanning our IDs. It turned out our Suzhou-style garden room was in a different area (Hilton Garden Inn)! Why wasn't this marked on the Ctrip homepage??? If it had been, I wouldn't have gone to the wrong place!! Upon arriving at the Hilton Garden Inn, they scanned our IDs again. Do we really need to scan them twice? 2. Consequently, the takeout we ordered in advance was delivered to the Fengqi front desk. They said they would send it to the Garden Inn. After waiting for over half an hour with no delivery, I called again to inquire. They said there was no one at the front desk, so I had to go down and get it myself. When I got there, I saw three people at the front desk. So, this is what 'no one at the front desk' means?? They then claimed the two other staff members had just returned. Yes, I must have such 'good' luck? 3. The booking included breakfast, Hanfu experience, and a boat tour discount, but none of this was mentioned during check-in. I had to ask about everything. Where was your service? 4. The handheld shower in the room was broken. Don't your engineering staff conduct regular room inspections? Is the MOD duty manager too idle? As a resort-style hotel with clear peak and off-peak seasons, are you just playing around by not conducting room inspections and repairs during the off-peak season? Does Hilton know that one of its mid-range hotels offers this kind of service? The first impression I got in Tongren was extremely bad! It ruined my entire mood for the trip! I am truly speechless!!!

Coming from the north, we were absolutely blown away by the service at this hotel! They offer afternoon tea daily and a late-night snack, plus thoughtful little extras like eye masks and earplugs. Since Guizhou is often rainy, they even provide umbrellas for guests. The room has a mini-fridge that's restocked daily with water and drinks, and it's kept sparkling clean. Every day, they proactively ask if we'd like our bedding changed. The smart controls in the room are powered by Xiao Du, and the bathroom has a great wet/dry separation. After a long day of sightseeing, it's lovely to sit by the window, relax, and have some snacks and drinks. The hotel's design is also very artistic. Located in the Huaguoyuan community, it's super convenient for ordering food delivery. We were just transiting through Guiyang, and it was close to our travel connections too. All in all, we had a fantastic stay!

Traveling during the off-season was great. I contacted the B&B owner beforehand, and they provided airport transfers, which was a thoughtful service. The B&B itself is beautiful, with a stunning panoramic view of mountains from the terrace – truly a feast for the eyes. We stayed for three nights, and our room was spacious with a very comfortable, wide bed. The pillows and mattress were good too. We didn't even need to use the air conditioning; the temperature was just right for sleeping under the covers. While the breakfast selection wasn't huge, having noodles, rice noodles, fried eggs, and coffee was perfectly fine. The owner has three dogs and one cat, all very friendly, and we enjoyed playing with them every day! I'd highly recommend coming in September though, as the golden wheat fields would be even more beautiful then.

The room was very clean and had a view of the village gate. The location is super convenient, just the first guesthouse on the left inside the gate. The owners are incredibly nice and thoughtful, even offering free pickup and drop-off from the high-speed train station. This saved us the shuttle bus fare from the scenic area entrance to the village, such great value! My parents' room seemed to have been recently renovated and looked much nicer than the photos when we booked.

Staying at Xijiang Qianhu Luanxi Yunshe was an absolute delight! The room was spacious, bright, clean, and tidy, with an overall elegant and comfortable atmosphere. The owners are a super friendly team of post-00s concierges. Their service was incredibly warm, thoughtful, and attentive throughout our entire stay. The guesthouse's location is superb, with the garden scenery blending perfectly with the beauty of Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village. From the balcony, you can overlook the entire village, take in all the Wind-and-Rain Bridges, and enjoy the soothing sound of the gurgling stream – it's truly serene and pleasant. In the morning, the rising sun bathed the room in warm light. The balcony was equipped with a rocking chair, a bathtub, and a lounge chair, making it perfect for enjoying the view, taking a relaxing bath, or simply unwinding. The breakfast was simple yet exquisite, nutritious, and delicious. This is definitely my top recommendation for anyone visiting Xijiang Miao Village – highly recommended!

This was a last-minute addition to our itinerary & it turned out to be the best accom of the trip. Perfect location in the heart of the ancient town with the balcony overlooking 观圣桥. Absolutely beautiful. Room was big & beautifully decorated. The bathtub was also excellent. Lots of food & places to explore nearby. It was just opposite the hill 石屏山 where we climbed for a great view of the town. We also went up 青龙洞 & got some stunning shots of the buildings.

This is a newly opened hotel with very smart facilities. I was surprised to find an e-sports area when I checked in. Since we were a family traveling together, they even upgraded us to a loft suite for free, which was incredibly thoughtful. The kids loved running up and down the different levels, they were so happy. The hotel is also conveniently located right off the main road, making parking much easier for us than at guesthouses inside the town. It's only a few minutes' walk to the East Gate entrance of Xiaoqikong Scenic Area. A perfect stay! Oh, and the rice noodles for breakfast were delicious! If I had to pick one minor thing, it's that on the third morning we woke up too late and missed out on the noodles because breakfast closed too early. 😄😄

Facilities: The facilities are pretty good, but some things aren't very practical, like the lighting being too dim and the light switches not being well-placed. Environment: The design is beautiful; the old house renovation is very tastefully done. The room style is minimalist yet well-designed. Cleanliness: There were some cleanliness issues; the blanket had some stains. Service: The housekeeper contacted us in advance and recommended some good local restaurants. However, they might be short-staffed as the front desk was often unattended. One issue was that the room was very large, but there was heavy rain that night, and the toilet leaked. It's an old house, so it's understandable, but it still needs to be repaired promptly.

The hotel boasts a fantastic design aesthetic, with a creamy, bright, and clean vibe. The rooms are spacious, and the amenities and decor are very well thought out – it's no wonder it's the top-rated B&B in the area. The location is absolutely prime, right by Zhusheng Bridge, with Shiping Mountain and Qinglong Cave nearby, offering unbeatable views. The service is attentive, and both breakfast and afternoon tea are prepared with great care. They even gave us local green tea as a souvenir. Highly recommended!