Homestays in Xinjiang, China

The location of the B&B is very good. The room layout has a strong Western style and is very clean. The paintings in the corridor are said to be the graffiti works of the proprietress herself, but the colors and composition are very beautiful. It is a few hundred meters away from the century-old teahouse, and it is very convenient to go out. I came back in the afternoon just in time for the princess' wedding program. The place where I stayed was just the starting point, and I had an immersive experience. The proprietress is very enthusiastic and cooks good dishes. The price is very affordable. She is really good at both the living room and the kitchen. It must be praised. I will stay here next time.

What a hidden gem of a hotel! We arrived at 11 PM and called ahead to order dinner from the hotel restaurant. The lamb hotpot was absolutely incredible – seriously, so, so good. The service was outstanding and so welcoming. The staff helped with all our luggage; even if I walked past with just a backpack, someone would immediately offer to carry it. The coffee at breakfast was also the best I'd had in all my days in Xinjiang. Beyond the beautiful environment, the hotel also offers horse riding (for a fee) and archery (free). We stayed at the hotel until well after noon before checking out, which was incredibly relaxing. We initially thought it would be a two-hour drive to Kokesu, but a staff member told us about an entrance that was only a 20-minute drive away. That was a huge help, truly. All in all, everything was perfect. We didn't get to see the stars because it rained that night, but we had no regrets at all because this hotel is just phenomenal. Oh, and the hotel also has fast charging stations for electric cars!

This small but charming guesthouse is meticulously maintained by the owner. High-end mattresses, pillows, and linens are used, providing a comfortable resting environment. The owner and staff have a wonderful work ethic, treating guests like friends and family. The guesthouse is very close to the Nalati Visitor Center, just a ten-minute walk, making it very convenient for sightseeing. Views of the Nalati's silken hillsides are available from the rooms.

After staying two nights in Xicheng and two nights in Dongcheng, I definitely prefer the guesthouse in Xicheng. It's quiet and very close to Tuna Cafe, a great ice cream shop, and several restaurants. The guesthouse itself is beautiful! Lots of people take photos downstairs!

It's rare to find a decent breakfast in Xinjiang, but this hotel has a great selection, served from 8 AM to 10 AM. The room features fully smart appliances. What I loved most was the washing machine and the constant-temperature mineral water, which was super convenient for mixing milk. Nalat Grassland is quite big, and the hotel is only a 5-minute drive from the scenic area's main gate, which was very convenient as I was traveling with a child. We stayed for two nights.

I highly recommend the Hemu Taoyuan Homestay! It's located in Hemu New Village, super close to the Hemu Mountain Villa transfer point, making getting around incredibly convenient. The courtyard is exquisitely maintained with a sophisticated and aesthetically pleasing design; every photo you take here turns out beautifully. The room was clean and bright, well-equipped, and the underfloor heating was already on before we arrived, so it was wonderfully warm and comfortable inside. The butler service was incredibly attentive. They provided electric shuttle service to and from Hemu Mountain Villa, and we could store our luggage and even have it delivered directly to the transfer point, which saved us a lot of effort. They also proactively informed us about sunrise times and bonfire party schedules. They even thoughtfully provided military coats in the room, so we weren't afraid of the cold when going out in the mornings or evenings. Overall, the value for money in Hemu Village is excellent. The next time I come to Hemu, or if I have friends visiting, this will definitely be my top choice. I genuinely recommend it!

This is the first time I've genuinely felt compelled to write a review for a hotel. My family and I were extremely satisfied with everything, from the infrastructure and room layouts to the overall cleanliness of the hotel's public areas, as well as the quality of the breakfast and afternoon tea. What's more, the service was always responsive and incredibly prompt. 0. The location is superb. This might be important but also the least worth mentioning, as there are so many other优点. It's located just 50 meters walk from Qiaotou Station. If you've spent any time in the Hemu Scenic Area, you'll know how convenient Qiaotou Station is for getting around. It's essentially the only point where all three bus routes intersect, and it's also on the way to climb Harden Observation Deck and Hemu Bridge. Such a convenient location allowed me to fulfill my wish of being able to return to the room multiple times a day with my family for rest, leading to a much better accommodation and vacation experience. 1. The hardware infrastructure is impressive, even when compared to first-tier cities like Beijing or Hangzhou. To have such high-quality amenities within a scenic area clearly shows that the owner genuinely cares about the guest experience. From the bathroom facilities to the flooring, countertops, and even the arrangement of sofas and wall finishes, it absolutely surpasses the renovation quality of all guesthouses in Hemu and Kanas scenic areas. The underfloor heating provides ample warmth and can be self-adjusted. Perhaps because we chose a detached unit, there were no issues with sound insulation that wooden cabins often have. But I believe with this level of renovation quality, even non-detached units wouldn't be disturbed, and even the courtyard is meticulously kept clean. 2. The food quality is excellent. As guests staying within the scenic area, every breakfast spread was incredibly rich and offered a wide variety of choices. The juices were freshly squeezed, and the Western-style breakfast items like ciabatta also felt very comfortable and refined. Additionally, the afternoon tea here is of guaranteed quality, with tiramisu and cream cakes reaching the standards of first-tier cities. Milk and yogurt are even available in unlimited supply. The hotel prepared two bowls of sweet soup: one ginger tea and one white fungus soup, both very soothing and refreshing, and both sugar-free and high-quality options. Furthermore, the hotel's welcome dried fruits were genuinely high-quality Xinjiang dried fruits. 3. The room design is tasteful, and the organized activities are high-quality. Both nights of our stay, the hotel organized bonfire movie nights. The chosen films, ”Heidi” and ”My Grandma's Handyman,” perfectly considered the local environment and theme. Showing ”My Grandma's Handyman” during the Mid-Autumn Festival was also very fitting. Moreover, because we stayed on Mid-Autumn night, the staff even brought us mooncakes, and they were the premium Maxim's black truffle lava custard mooncakes, completely exceeding expectations. It shows that the guesthouse truly treats us like family, choosing items we would only buy for ourselves at home. The last point, and I think the most important, is the service attitude and responsiveness of all the staff. They genuinely treat guests with sincerity. Messages sent in the WeChat group were almost always replied to instantly and responded to as quickly as possible. They helped us with any request we had. For example, before I went to Kanas, I was worried about my long nails and wanted to borrow a nail clipper set. To my surprise, when I arrived at the front desk before leaving, they said I could simply keep it. Furthermore, during our trip, they helped us coordinate various supplies within the scenic area for any needs we had. In this regard, having also stayed two nights in the Kanas scenic area at a similar price point (around 4000 RMB), I feel that the Kanas experience might be more like 'affordable housing' with its service, whereas Yijing is completely 'high-end, meticulously decorated' with a service standard equivalent to property management fees of over 10 RMB/sqm. The only slight drawback might be the size of the room, especially the first floor area, which was a bit smaller than expected. However, this is understandable, as house design requirements are strictly regulated within the scenic area. Nevertheless, the overall reasonable layout still allowed guests to stay very comfortably. Overall, I think it was a value-for-money vacation experience and contributed greatly to my pleasant memories in Hemu. Thank you, Yijing!

The room was great, and the underfloor heating was so comfortable. The owner was incredibly welcoming and even helped us with our luggage. The small courtyard was very cozy, and they even had mahjong available (make sure to book the mahjong room though!). It's perfect for a group trip.

The underfloor heating was wonderfully warm. You could open the window or the door and immediately see the snow-capped mountains. The service was enthusiastic and proactive, the facilities were brand new, and everything was clean and hygienic. The bathroom amenities smelled lovely, and the courtyard was beautifully designed.

The hotel is strategically located within the ancient city. Since cars are not allowed inside the city walls, our driver dropped us off at the nearest gate, and we had to walk with our luggage to the hotel. Fortunately, the receptionist met us at the gate and guided us to the property. There are also plenty of street food stalls right below the hotel, making it very convenient for dining.