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Star hotels are too hard to book for holidays, why not come here instead!

🌟 Star hotels are too hard to book, why not come here instead! Desert starry sky + martial arts romance + family fun, the hidden top choice in Zhongwei! When the star hotels in Zhongwei, Ningxia are fully booked, local travelers have quietly switched to Longmen Inn in the Tengger Desert—here you get the same starry galaxy and desert sunset, plus a martial arts movie set, free ancient costume photoshoots, desert bonfires and fireworks, all at a much more affordable price! 🔥 Tested 2 days 1 night guide to unlock a cost-effective desert fantasy trip! 🏰 Instantly travel to the martial arts world, photo lovers rejoice! Top ancient-style real scene: The inn is modeled after "New Dragon Gate Inn," a wooden inn standing in the sea of sand, like a live martial arts scene full of sword fights! Multiple sets of ancient costumes are provided for free (red-clad heroes and Western region dancers included), every photo looks like a movie poster of "The lonely smoke in the vast desert." Starry rooftop wonder: Lie on the inn’s viewing platform and look up to see the "breathing roof"—the dome design brings in natural light and shadow, and at night the stars pour down like a waterfall, with your phone capturing stunning Milky Way shots 🌌 (more exclusive than star hotels, fewer people and clearer views!) Secret fairy lake hidden spot: A 2-minute walk to the desert oasis "Fairy Lake," with blue water reflecting the dunes, feed the little fish with kids and take reflection photos, like a mirage. 🏕️ Room types for all budgets, tents and air-conditioned rooms both available Room type features and suitable guests Moroccan ancient tree tent with electricity + electric blanket + shared bathroom (24-hour hot water), pure white bedding changed for each guest, listen to sand grains tapping the tent like white noise at night 23 couples/backpackers Martial arts themed inn Jin Yong family room with air conditioning! King bed + twin beds combo, desert panoramic window, kids fall asleep instantly after sand sliding families/cold-sensitive guests Lake view stargazing wooden house with private bathroom + electric blanket, open the door to the sea of sand, exclusive sunrise viewing spot with no disturbance 🌅 3 romantics ✅ Real guest reviews: “Thought the tent would be simple, but was amazed! The host brought a down quilt late at night, the Milky Way was visible to the naked eye at 2 a.m., and the phone captured star trails!” “Upgraded to the martial arts family room, the air conditioning was great! Kids borrowed sand play tools for free and slid until they didn’t want to go back…” 🐫 Wild fun by day, romantic tipsy nights Desert exclusive activities: ✅ Free unlimited sand sliding: The inn backs onto a natural sand slope and provides sandboards, kids can play all day; ✅ Camel riding + self-driving go-karts: Cross the dunes to the sound of camel bells, go-karting thrills to screams! Nighttime rituals in full swing: 🌠 Bonfire and fireworks party: Dance around the fire, set off fireworks, 🍖 Desert starry sky dinner: BBQ hotpot with cold beer, candlelight reflecting on the sand waves, atmosphere beats trendy restaurants instantly 🧳 Tested thoughtful service, zero burden for parents Free transfers: Zhongwei city/train station → desert off-road vehicle direct, luggage handled by host all the way 23; Kids’ exclusive perks: free sand digging tools, sandboards, children’s picture books and toys, freeing parents’ hands 36; 📌 Practical tips Transport: 30 minutes taxi from Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (about 30 yuan), inn arranges off-road vehicle shuttle into the desert; Best season: May to October (big temperature difference between day and night in summer, bring a light down jacket); Money-saving tip: Book “tent + activity package” on Trip.com for around 300+ per person, cheaper than booking rooms separately; Avoid pitfalls: Public desert bathrooms require queuing (recommend off-peak times), Key point: Star hotel alternative + martial arts vibe + family-friendly = Zhongwei’s best value king! 👉 Click the Trip.com card to lock in your holiday → Zhongwei Desert Longmen Inn booking link The desert isn’t just star hotels, here you can unlock double the fun with half the budget—ride camels chasing sunsets, wear ancient costumes to shoot as heroes, lie in the sea of sand counting shooting stars… The martial arts world is not far, just open the door and you’re there! ✨
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Posted: Jun 20, 2025
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