Netizens Know Best! This Value-for-Money Hotel in Yibin Is a Must-Stay
A Complete Experience at the Hidden Gem - DoubleTree by Hilton Yibin
Opened in 2022, the DoubleTree by Hilton Yibin is impressively new. Located at the Yibin International Convention Center, No. 1 Huangjueping Road, Cuiping District, it offers convenient transportation with easy taxi access to various attractions. This stay exceeded my expectations in every way.
Executive Lounge: A Relaxing High-Rise Experience
The Executive Lounge on the 31st floor offers unbeatable river views. The atmosphere is serene and quiet with few guests. Afternoon tea is served from 3:00 to 5:00, featuring cookies and nuts. Though the selection is modest, the service is exceptional. The staff specially brought us delicious cake and helped brew fragrant Pu'er tea. We were the only guests in the lounge that afternoon, enjoying what felt like a private experience.
Happy hour runs from 6:00 to 8:00 in the evening with a diverse menu. Fresh seafood includes small abalones, mussels, and clams, along with spicy shrimp and boiled fish - the spicy shrimp being particularly praiseworthy. Fruits are elegantly plated in individual dessert bowls. A full range of beverages is available, including common alcoholic drinks, but my favorites were the adorable, delicate small cakes.
Comfortable Rooms: High-Floor Views and Attentive Service
I stayed in a high-floor city view room measuring 45 square meters with a separate dressing room. While primarily offering city views, you can also catch glimpses of the river, and I unexpectedly discovered an interesting panda wall art design to the front left of the hotel, which was quite charming.
The turndown service is thoroughly attentive. The housekeeping staff is conscientious, not only emptying trash and replenishing supplies but also carefully tucking in bed corners, placing drinking water on the nightstand, and laying bath mats in the bathroom, making guests feel truly cared for.
Butler Service: Thoughtful Care Throughout
The hotel contacted me before check-in and added me on WeChat. Butler Siri was particularly attentive, sending the hotel's self-made "Yibin City Walk Guide," which was detailed and warmly written. Throughout my stay, the butler provided constant care, answering my questions and meeting my needs promptly.
Abundant Breakfast: Tempting Local Noodle Specialties
Weekend breakfast is served from 6:30 to 10:30, offering a wide variety of options. The noodle station specializes in Ran Mian, mushroom noodles, and Junlian rice noodles. I had Ran Mian two days in a row and still found it delicious. With plenty of minced meat and bamboo shoot braised beef, the mixed noodles offer rich layers of flavor that leave a lasting impression.
🧹Soundproofing/Cleanliness: The hotel's soundproofing is excellent, effectively blocking outside noise for a quiet rest environment. The cleanliness is impeccable, with spotless rooms and consistently clean public areas.
🏘️Room Type/Layout: The high-floor city view room is spacious, with well-planned 45-square-meter space and a convenient separate dressing room. The room layout is practical with excellent viewing angles for both city and river views.
🛌Amenities/Facilities: The hotel uses high-quality supplies with soft, comfortable bedding for a good night's sleep. Premium brand bathroom amenities, new and well-maintained facilities, and user-friendly room electronics all add to the comfort of the stay.
💗Additional Tips: Contact the butler in advance to discuss your needs - you might get a surprise room upgrade; definitely try the hotel's signature dishes, especially the Ran Mian at breakfast; while the afternoon tea selection in the lounge is limited, the environment and service make it worth experiencing.
Next time I visit Yibin, I'll definitely choose to stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Yibin again!