Name: Yinju Yangma Island homestay
Address: Yantai, China
Rating: 8.7

China

Hangzhou

Shanghai

Yantai

Tai'an

Yangzhou

Suzhou

We specifically chose this Canal Retreat Hotel for our child's lessons at the Lang Lang Art Center. The location is absolutely perfect—just a short walk from the classroom, making drop-off and pick-up incredibly convenient. Nestled in the Dadou Road historic district, the hotel boasts a tranquil and elegant Chinese courtyard, a peaceful oasis amidst the bustling city, ideal for children to relax after lessons. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the service is attentive and thoughtful. Falling asleep to the sound of the canal adds a poetic and peaceful touch to the piano learning journey. A top choice for families with children learning piano—highly recommended!

The room was clean and well-maintained with complete amenities, and the bedding was comfortable, so I slept soundly. I would definitely choose this hotel again next time. The location is convenient for getting around, and there are plenty of facilities nearby. It offers great value for money, highly recommended! The service attitude was excellent; check-in and check-out were quick. They are also very pet-friendly and promptly resolved any issues. The overall experience was superb.

I recently stayed at China Courtyard · Mengxiyuan Hidden Hotel during the cherry blossom season, and my overall experience was a mix of good and bad. There were many pleasant surprises, but also areas that could use improvement, so I'll provide an objective review.

**Service and Facilities: High-end Standard, Thoughtful and Attentive**
The hotel's service was truly first-class, with butler-style care that was meticulous and thorough. Upon arrival, staff proactively helped with our luggage, carrying it all the way to the front desk and then to our room, without us having to lift a finger. The lobby's audio system was exceptional, with sound quality and staging that I'd rate as top-tier among all the high-end hotels I've stayed in.
The guest rooms were spacious and grand, with high-quality decor and furnishings. The blend of Song-dynasty garden style with modern smart amenities created a highly comfortable living environment.
Although the breakfast selection was simple, the quality far exceeded expectations. The freshly ground coffee was rich and aromatic, and the freshly made noodles were delicious. The ingredients were fresh, and the food was prepared with care. On the day we checked out, we had trouble getting a taxi, and a staff member kindly used their personal phone to call one for us. We only needed to reimburse the fare later. This level of thoughtful service truly went above and beyond, solving our immediate travel needs.

**Dining Shortcoming: Extremely Low Value for Dinner, Disappointing Experience**
The hotel's dinner experience was quite poor. Whether it's self-operated or outsourced, the value for money was severely lacking. Priced at 200 yuan per person, or 400 yuan for a couple's set meal, the quality of the dishes simply didn't match. The cooking was crude, the flavors bland like plain boiled water, and neither the presentation nor the taste met high-end hotel standards. This was completely inconsistent with the 3000 yuan per night room rate and was truly the biggest disappointment of our stay.

**Scenery and Photography: Stunning Cherry Blossoms, but Commercial Shoots Seriously Affect the Experience**
The hotel's garden scenery during cherry blossom season was absolutely breathtaking. The ancient architecture combined with the pink blossoms was a major highlight of our stay. However, as a high-paying guest, the photography experience was unsatisfactory. Popular photo spots in the garden were almost constantly occupied by commercial photography teams. A single shoot often took up more than ten minutes, forcing regular guests to wait for extended periods, and then only getting a second or two before having to move aside.
Paying 3000 yuan per night, our main purpose was to enjoy the cherry blossoms and take photos, but we were constantly obstructed by these commercial shoots. This inevitably caused displeasure. While commercial shoots are understandable, the hotel should better manage their time and designated areas to balance the experience for both commercial photographers and regular guests/tourists, preventing a small group from monopolizing public scenic resources for extended periods.

**Conclusion**
The hotel's facilities, service, and scenery are all of a high-end standard, making it an excellent choice for enjoying cherry blossoms and a secluded getaway in Hangzhou. If the hotel can improve the quality of its dinner offerings and better regulate commercial photography, the experience would be even more perfect. I look forward to revisiting after these improvements to enjoy an even more refined Song-dynasty hidden experience.

Facilities: Very complete, and the air conditioning was very cold, which was super comfortable.
Cleanliness: Clean and well-maintained.
Environment: A classic old Shanghai style, which I really liked.
Service: The front desk service was fantastic! Since I was traveling with a child, they even gave my child a complimentary breakfast. When checking out, they also gave us two ice cream coupons. We had a wonderful time with the family this trip!

I specifically chose the off-season to bring my child to Chongming, and to my surprise, the experience was absolutely fantastic. It felt like we had the entire hotel to ourselves!

Environment and Atmosphere: The air was incredibly fresh, and the resort grounds were exceptionally quiet. Without the hustle and bustle of peak season, every stroll was a pure delight and very relaxing.

Activities and Experience: Even though there weren't many guests, the hotel's activity schedule wasn't cut back at all. The activities were rich and varied, and my child had so much fun they didn't want to stop.

Dining: I must praise the food – whether it was breakfast or other meals, the ingredients were incredibly fresh, allowing you to taste their natural deliciousness. It's not easy to find good food outside, so we ended up having all our meals at the hotel with the child. The breakfast portions were super generous, and while the main meals weren't cheap, the servings were truly ample.

Service: What was most heartwarming were the staff. Even with fewer guests, their enthusiasm didn't wane one bit. They were especially attentive to children, providing thoughtful and friendly service.

Overall, it was a stay that far exceeded our expectations. The whole family loved it, especially the little one, who is already looking forward to coming back.

Dear hotel management team and all staff:

I am writing this letter to express my deep appreciation and sincere gratitude for your excellent service. I have been impressed with your professionalism and thoughtful care during my past stays.

First of all, I want to commend you for your extreme attention to detail. Whether it is the cleanliness of the room or the layout of the public areas, it reflects your dedication to quality and respect for your customers. Every corner is orderly and every detail is full of warmth and care. This persistence and pursuit of perfection makes me feel your professionalism and love for work.

Secondly, I want to commend you for your service attitude. Whether it is the reception staff at the front desk or the waiters in the guest rooms, they all show a very high level of service and good professionalism. Your smiles, patience and enthusiasm made me feel at home. Every time you take the initiative to ask and answer attentively, I feel your respect and care for your customers.

Finally, I want to thank you for your efforts and achievements. Your dedication and hard work allowed me to find a moment of peace and comfort in my busy schedule. Your achievements are not only the successful operation and good reputation of the hotel, but also the satisfaction and recognition in the hearts of every customer.

Here, I would like to express my deepest respect and gratitude to you. Your efforts and achievements make me full of expectations and confidence in the future of the hotel. I believe that with your dedication and efforts, this hotel will get better and better.

Thank you again for your excellent service and warm hospitality.

yours truly.

The location is excellent, the transportation is convenient, and it is convenient to travel. There are many parking spaces in the parking lot at the door. There is light music at the front desk, which is very nice. The room type is very good, the layout is reasonable, the bathroom is super large, clean and hygienic, and the mattress is very comfortable. Highly recommended.

YINJU

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