[2025 Kuytun Stay] Travel Guide for Licheng Ruixuan Hotel(Kuitun City Government Branch) (Updated May)

Location: Wyndham Garden Kuitun Government Center This newly opened hotel has been highly recommended by locals! The log-cabin design comes with its own healing filter, smart home voice-controlled lights/curtains, and a gym & laundry room for a refined feel. The location is a huge plus: 8 minutes' drive from the high-speed train station, and a 10-second walk downstairs to the Yima Lane Night Market. You'll want to rush out for roasted buns before you've even put your suitcase down! 🔥Yima Lane Night Tour Guide ✅7pm Golden Time: ▪️Wait for the first batch of freshly slaughtered mutton skewers at "Eli BBQ", with alternating layers of fat and lean meat sizzling with oil. ▪️Then go to Feng Guniang to get a glass of craft beer and drink and eat while strolling along Yima Lane! 💡Travel Survival Kit ✅Be generous with sunscreen: The UV index is still high at 7pm! A sunscreen mask + arm sleeves are more effective than sunscreen. ✅High-speed train seat selection tips: When traveling from Urumqi → Kuitun, choose a window seat on the 3:30pm train to watch the sunset over the Tianshan Pasture along the way. ✅Avoid the crowds: Go to the hotel to drop off your luggage first at 6pm, then head to Yima Lane! 📸Photo-taking Tips Hold up your Kvass in front of the barbecue stand for an overhead shot, capturing the atmosphere and delicious food in the same frame. Borrow an ethnic umbrella and stand under the lantern, turning your head to the side and using portrait mode to blur the crowd!

🌙Night Tour Guide ✅ Yima Lane Food Tour Head to "Eli's BBQ" at 7pm for the first batch of grilled meat. The lamb skewers with nang (a type of flatbread) are so good you'll want to lick your fingers. ✅ Runmin River Light Chasing Plan Head to Runmin River Ecological Park at 8pm sharp! The evening breeze in May gently brushes the lake, and the sparkling waves are like crushed diamonds. Wear a light-colored long dress and stand sideways by the lake. Use a 5x zoom to capture the reflection, and your hair will be gilded with golden light, instantly turning you into a movie heroine~ The lights of the Rainbow Bridge are in the same frame as the sunset. Use long exposure to capture the streaks of light, and your social media will be instantly legendary. Hotel location: Lavande Hotel (Kuitun Government) It just opened and is already on my list of must-stay hotels in Xinjiang! The wood design extends from the lobby to the rooms. The warm colors are matched with geometric lines, and the smart home system can switch to vacation mode with one click (voice-controlled lights/curtains are amazing). The gym is open 24 hours a day, and the laundry room saves the "three outfits a day" photo-takers. The key is that it is only 10 seconds downstairs to Yima Lane, and 8 minutes by car from the high-speed train station, which is a joy for lazy people! 💡Travel Hacks ✅ High-speed train seat selection metaphysics: Urumqi → Kuitun, choose seat F by the window to capture the Tianshan snow peaks along the way. ✅ Sun protection is essential: The ultraviolet rays in Xinjiang are still online at 8pm. Ice sleeves + sun hat are more effective than sunscreen. ✅ Avoid the crowds: There are fewer people in Yima Lane before 6pm, making it easier to take empty shots. ✅ Prop rental: There are many clothing stores around the hotel where you can rent clothes. The atmosphere for taking pictures at the night market and by the lake is amazing. 📸Photo-taking tips Take a side view by the lake, half-covering your face + lake reflection = lazy, cinematic nine-grid photos

Location: Licheng Ruixuan Hotel (Kuytun City Government Branch) This newly opened hotel with a rustic design is absolutely my aesthetic dream! Warm tones paired with minimalist lines, rooms equipped with floor-to-ceiling windows and smart home features (voice-controlled lights/curtains are super convenient), plus a fully equipped gym and laundry room. Even the messiest suitcase can transform you into a refined traveler! The best part? The location is unbeatable! Just a 10-minute taxi ride to the high-speed rail station, and downstairs is the Yima Lane Night Market, where you can shop, eat, and enjoy performances all in one go! 🔥 What to do nearby? 1️⃣ Yima Lane Night Market: Transforms into a "city that never sleeps" after 7 PM every night! Ethnic dances, handmade crafts, and intangible cultural heritage performances create an amazing atmosphere. Must-try: Aili BBQ (a hidden gem loved by locals). Remember to specify your preferred spice level! 2️⃣ Kuytun's Hidden Food Gems: - Shiji Rice Noodles: The pinnacle of rice noodles! Medium spice with added sugar is the secret. The wide noodles are chewy, and the broth is rich. - Tieyushu Meatball Soup: Served with oil-soaked bread, it's both heartwarming and filling. The elderly Hui owner is incredibly friendly. 💡 Travel Tips: ✅ High-speed rail is super time-saving: Urumqi → Kuytun takes only 2.5 hours, and the hotel offers station pick-up services (book in advance). ✅ Sun protection + hydration: Xinjiang's UV rays are strong, so sunglasses and hats are essential. Stay hydrated daily to keep your skin from drying out. ✅ Off-peak visits: Yima Lane gets crowded after 6 PM. It's better to enjoy the food first in the evening, then explore the night market and watch performances. ✅ Carry your ID: Security checks are required to enter malls/night markets, so don't forget your ID card. 📸 Photo Tips: Wear an ethnic-style shawl at the Yima Lane market, and every snapshot will look like a movie scene! 🌟 Follow me to discover more stunning travel destinations!