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Unbelievable Luxury Awaits? Hanting Hotel Qingyuan Yangshan - My Dream Getaway… Or Was It? A Messy, Honest Review.
Alright, folks, buckle up. Because I'm about to spill the tea on the Hanting Hotel Qingyuan Yangshan – a place that promised "Unbelievable Luxury" and… well, let's just say it delivered mixed results. This isn't going to be your typical, sanitized hotel review. This is the raw, unfiltered, and occasionally rambling truth. You've been warned.
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(Deep breath). Okay… let’s do this.
Right off the bat, the website was deceptive. The photos looked unreal, all gleaming marble and impossibly serene faces. So, naturally, I booked!
Accessibility: A Mixed Bag (Like My Emotional State Right Now)
- Wheelchair Accessible: They say it is. I didn’t get a chance to verify, I am able bodied, but there were elevators, which is a good start. I noticed some ramps, but I'd highly recommend contacting the hotel directly to confirm everything meets your specific needs. Double-check the bathroom situation, too! (And please, let me know how it went if you go!)
- Elevator: Check! A crucial point.
- Facilities for disabled guests: I didn't personally experience any, but the information said available… investigate further.
Cleanliness and Safety: The Sanitization Shuffle
Okay, let's talk about the elephant in the room – or, rather, the virus lurking outside the room.
- Anti-viral cleaning products/Professional-grade sanitizing services/Rooms sanitized between stays/Daily disinfection in common areas: Yep, all the buzzwords were there. Made you feel warm and fuzzy… in theory.
- Hand sanitizer: Plenty. Thank goodness. I'm a hand-washing FREAK, especially now.
- Individually-wrapped food options: Yes! This was a relief at breakfast (more on that disaster… I mean, experience, later).
- Room sanitization opt-out available/Shared stationery removed: Honestly, I didn't even think to opt-out of room sanitization. Should I have? Maybe I should have demanded a hazmat suit.
- Staff trained in safety protocol: You saw some of them wearing masks. But whether they were trained or not, that's up for debate.
- Safe dining setup: They did try.
My Biggest Cleanliness & Safety Observation: The hallways were spotless. Like, someone was constantly polishing them. But the vibe… just…off. I can't explain it. Maybe it was just pre-vacation jitters!
Rooms: The Good, The Bad, and the Blackout Curtains
- Available in all rooms: (and a lot of other stuff) Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens.
My room was… fine. Really. The blackout curtains were a GODSEND. I slept like a baby (after a bit of a struggle, but more on that later). The bed was comfy, the towels were fluffy, and the complimentary tea was a nice touch. The mini-bar was almost well-stocked - it could have been more to my liking, though. The bathroom phone was a bit creepy, honestly. Like, who are you calling at 2 AM?
- Soundproofing: Pretty good. I didn't hear my neighbours… which was probably a good thing.
- Room decorations: Minimalist. Could've used a splash of personality. Maybe a framed photo of a majestic yak or something.
- Non-smoking rooms: Yes! Thank goodness.
- Interconnecting room(s) available: handy!
Internet: The Digital Dark Ages?
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!: YES! Praise be!
- Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Internet (more) : It was available, but frequently patchy. I spent more time staring at a loading icon than actually, you know, doing anything online. This was a serious problem. I needed to work!
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: A Culinary Adventure… or Disaster?
- Breakfast [buffet]: Now, this is where things got… interesting. The breakfast buffet! It was… well, let's just say "Asian Breakfast" was the dominant theme, and international was a stretched description. Think congee, some questionable-looking sausages, and… well, you get the picture.
- A la carte in restaurant/Asian cuisine in restaurant: didn't make me excited to try.
- Coffee shop/Coffee/tea in restaurant: It was there… if you asked for it, which I did.
- Poolside bar: In theory. Never saw anyone there.
- Room service [24-hour]: Available! Though the menu wasn't exactly a Michelin-star feast.
- Snack bar/Bottle of water/Desserts in restaurant: all there! (again, if you wanted them!).
My Big Breakfast Story:
I went down to breakfast, brimming with optimism. I mean, who doesn't love a good hotel breakfast?
It was a Monday morning, and the place was… busy. I navigated the buffet, armed with my mask, and started scoping. There was congee. And some… things… that might have been vegetables. I cautiously piled my plate, and took a bite. Meh. I tried the sausage. Double meh. I tried the… something else. Mega meh.
I ended up eating a very small bowl of congee (the most neutral thing I could find) and drinking tons of coffee. The only thing that salvaged the experience was the friendly waiter who kept refilling my cup and smiling, bless his heart.
Things to Do/Ways to Relax: The Spa Illusion?
- Pool with view/Swimming pool/Swimming pool [outdoor] Yes, a beautiful outdoor pool. The pics were stunning. I didn't actually get to swim. I felt too self-conscious to wear a bathing suit out there.
- Spa, Spa/sauna, Sauna, Steamroom: All available, and I probably should have taken advantage. I went to the fitness centre instead!
- Fitness center/Gym/fitness: A basic gym. Treadmills, some weights. Perfectly adequate.
My Fitness Center Experience:
Early one morning, determined to be a new woman who worked out, I ventured into the gym. It was… empty. Which, on the one hand, was ideal. On the other hand, felt slightly… lonely. I did my workout, sweating and listening to my music. I left feeling slightly better.
Services and Conveniences: The Hotel's Helpful Hand?
- Concierge I didn't need this service.
- Cash withdrawal/Currency exchange: yep
- Daily housekeeping: They were very efficient!
- Laundry service/Ironing service/Dry cleaning: available
- Business facilities/Meeting/banquet facilities/Meetings: all available.
- Car park [free of charge]/Car park [on-site]: Yep, parking was plentiful.
My Emotional Rollercoaster Conclusion:
Look, the Hanting Hotel Qingyuan Yangshan had its moments. The rooms were okay, some services good, and the location was convenient. The pictures were misleading.
Would I go back? Ummm… maybe. If I really needed a break and could handle a slightly underwhelming breakfast situation, maybe. It wasn't a bad hotel, it just wasn't the "Unbelievable Luxury" promised. Ultimately, it was a decent place to rest my head for a couple of nights. You could do worse. BUT – manage those expectations. This
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Alright, buckle up buttercups, because this ain't your grandma's perfectly-polished travel guide. This is the RAW, UNCUT, unfiltered Hanting Hotel Qingyuan Yangshan Qingyuan China experience, straight from the trenches. Prepare for some serious whiplash.
Day 1: Arrival and the Great Noodle Quest (Plus, Mild Existential Dread)
08:00 - 10:00: Pre-Departure Hysteria! Seriously, packing is a nightmare. I swear, I'm convinced my suitcase is a black hole for socks. Found three left feet, two missing right ones. Brilliant. Anyway, finally wrestled everything in (including a questionable amount of snacks – survival, people!). The flight… well, let's just say I'm pretty sure the person behind me was practicing their trombone with my seat.
10:00 - 14:00: Arrival and Hotel Horror – I mean, Hospitality (sort of). Landed! China! Excitement mixed with the overwhelming urge to curl into a fetal position. Airport chaos, then the taxi driver, bless his heart, spoke approximately zero English. Thankfully, technology exists. Finally, the Hanting Hotel. It's… functional. Clean-ish. The air con whirs like a disgruntled robot. Room’s smaller than I expected but at least the bed looks comfy.
14:00 - 16:00: The Great Noodle Quest Begins. Okay, so I’m hungry. REALLY hungry. I swear, all I could think about on the plane was noodles. Time to find some authentic, slurp-worthy goodness. Wandered aimlessly. Got lost. Asked a group of teenagers for help, they burst out laughing (presumably at my questionable Mandarin skills). Finally found a tiny place with steam billowing out the doorway. BEST NOODLES EVER. Seriously. The broth was like a hug in a bowl. The chilli? A fiery love affair. This single noodle bowl experience could be described as a religious awakening, that I am not even kidding.
16:00 - Late Evening: The Existential Dread Hits. Post-noodle bliss gave way to… well, existentialism. Sitting in my tiny hotel room, staring at the wall. The silence is deafening. Suddenly, I’m questioning my life choices, my career, and why I thought bringing three pairs of the same socks was a good idea. This is where I remember to laugh at life, grab my notebook and begin journaling.
Day 2: Yangshan County, Mountain Shenanigans, and Karaoke Catastrophes
08:00 - 09:00: Breakfast Battlefield. The hotel breakfast. Let's just say, it's an experience. Some things are delicious, some things are.. an experience. I grabbed some baozi (steamed buns) and immediately burned my tongue. Then I found something that actually looked like a croissant. It tasted like a stale sponge. No luck. I think I will stick to the noodles.
09:00 - 15:00: Yangshan County Adventure. Decided to be adventurous and actually leave my hotel. Yangshan County is beautiful, with the mountains and the rivers. The bus ride, however, was an adventure in itself. The driver seemed to think he was Mario Andretti, and the road was more pothole than pavement. The scenery was amazing, but my stomach felt like it was doing acrobatics.
15:00 - 17:00: Mountain Hike and Emotional Breakdown (part 1). Found a trail, started hiking. The views were spectacular. I feel like a hobbit. The air was fresh, the birds were chirping, and I was… crying? Okay, maybe not "breakdown", more like a little sniffle attack. Overwhelmed by the beauty, I guess. It happens.
17:00 - 23:00: Karaoke Catastrophe and Hotel Room Reflection. Found a karaoke bar. (After much wandering, again). I don't speak Mandarin, but hey, I figured I could fake it. I was WAY wrong. My attempts to sing a Mandarin pop song were met with laughter, but I sang with such heart, I think I made some friends. Hotel room, now. Back in the room and still smiling at the karaoke. So much fun.
Day 3: Unexpected Delights, Tourist Traps (and Pizza!), and the Longing for Home
08:00 - 09:00: Coffee and the Hotel Lobby Tango. Found a decent coffee shop nearby. Needed that caffeine hit. Wandered back to the hotel, attempting to look vaguely presentable. Got caught in a mini-rainstorm, did a rather ungraceful dance in the lobby. Hey, at least I made the cleaning lady laugh.
09:00 - 13:00: Tourist Trap Triumph (and Pizza!). Okay, so I succumbed to the tourist trap. Found a place with a waterfall. It was crowded but okay. Then, a pizza place! My taste buds are rejoicing. Delicious pizza.
13:00 - 16:00: More Rambling and Reflection. Walked along the river. I watched the people go by and had some serious feelings. Life is short and so on and so forth.
16:00 - Late Evening: Packing, Snacking, and the Pre-Departure Blues. Packing again (the sock black hole is still active). Eating all the snacks I bought (regret level: zero). Watching the sunset. The feeling of home and wanting your comfy bed is so real.
Day 4: Farewell, China (and the Promise of More Noodles)
08:00 - 10:00: Airport Shenanigans (Part 2). Airport is more chaotic than the first. My flight is delayed. Whatever. It's fine.
10:00 - 13:00: All aboard. Goodbye China. Arrivederci, Yangshan.
13:00 - Whatever Time: Homebound.
And there you have it. My messy, imperfect, and completely honest account of my time at Hanting Hotel Qingyuan Yangshan Qingyuan China. It's not a guidebook, it's not a magazine cover, and it sure as hell ain't perfect. But it's REAL. And maybe, just maybe, it'll inspire you to embrace the beautiful chaos of travel. And to always bring extra socks. And to find some damn good noodles.
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Unbelievable Luxury Awaits: Hanting Hotel Qingyuan Yangshan - FAQ (and a little bit of my sanity)
Okay, so... What *IS* Hanting Hotel Qingyuan Yangshan? Sounds fancy.
Is it actually *luxurious* luxurious, or just… "hotel-room-with-a-kettle" luxurious?
How do I actually get to Yangshan? Is it… remote?
What's the area around the hotel like? Are there things to *do*?
What are the rooms like? Anything I should specifically request (or avoid)?
Was the cleaning service reliable? My biggest pet peeve is a dirty room!
What about food? Is there a restaurant in the hotel? Is it any good?
Any recommendations for local food? Got any hidden gems?
Did they have a gym or a pool? Anything to keep me entertained besides hiking?
