Hotele Boutique w: Guangdong, China

I first learned about Mandarin Oriental because of Leslie Cheung, and since the Guangzhou property happened to be quite reasonably priced, I booked a one-night stay to experience it. Let's start with the pros: The location is fantastic. It's right above Shipaiqiao Metro Station, with direct access to the hotel from the ground floor of Taikoo Hui. There are all kinds of shopping malls surrounding it, and it's not far from the Guangdong Museum, Canton Tower, and the Guangzhou Museum of Art. The young ladies at the front desk were very warm and greeted us with bright smiles. They promptly changed our room and even helped us with the elevator. There are soft stools inside the elevators, which are convenient for placing bags or for elderly guests to sit on. The room layout is quite regular, the mattress is comfortable, the linens are clean, and they didn't trigger any allergies. The curtains are button-operated and provide great blackout coverage. The bathtub comes with bath salts (though I'd suggest adding disposable bathtub liners). The welcome fruit was varied and tasted great. Now for the cons: The soundproofing in the room is poor. The TV and voices from next door were very clear (the woman next door must have been like a lawyer, talking loudly for hours into the night). There are way too many mirrors in both the lobby and the rooms, making it a bit easy to get disoriented. The body lotion is in a large pump bottle fixed to the vanity, which is inconvenient to use and impossible to take home as a souvenir. The tea is bagged; I'd recommend adding large ceramic mugs with handles or offering loose-leaf tea. Only canned mineral water is provided—it would be better to add bottled water specifically for making tea. All the drinks in the fridge are chargeable; nowadays people care about health and don't drink that many anyway, so they could stock fewer cans and offer them to guests for free. Finally, the highlight was the breakfast. Both the Chinese and Western kitchens were authentic—I polished off two bottles of yogurt alone. If you have time to enjoy a leisurely breakfast, you should definitely book a room here.

The hotel is New and Clean the room is spacious with all that we need, a big enough walk in closet and spacious bath. Walking distance to the nearest Metro I think it's about 400-500m, we used the shared bike to go back and forth to the metro station (Huangqiang Bei) super convenient.

Our flight was a bit delayed, so we didn't arrive at the hotel until after 7 PM. We had booked a room in the Bihai Building, but check-in was already closed. Seeing us with two suitcases, Mr. Shi, the manager on duty, offered to store our luggage at the Bihai Building and then personally drove us in the shuttle to the Baiyun Building for check-in. The handsome guy at reception brought me another stroke of luck by upgrading me to a suite – what an amazing vacation, meeting so many lovely young people! I'm so fortunate! The Bihai Building has incredibly new decor. What I care about most is the bathroom, where all the silicone sealant on the tiles was pristine white, with no yellowing or mold whatsoever, which was a very pleasant sight. Then I ran my hand everywhere – no dust, and the bathtub was free of any grime, which is impressive. Full marks for cleanliness. Breakfast was included and served as a buffet at the Jinshan Restaurant on the second floor of the Baiyun Building. Some online reviews said it wasn't good, but we stayed for three days and ate there twice, and my actual experience was that it was excellent. They even have freshly made 'cheung fun' (rice noodle rolls) in three flavors – beef, egg, and pork – served with their own sweet soy sauce. It was incredibly delicious! The girl making the cheung fun was very sweet, always smiling, and happy to fulfill any requests. There were also nutty Sachima (a sweet pastry) and four flavors of ice cream. Paired with a coffee, it was very satisfying. On the third day, we went to the Hongmian Restaurant on the first floor; it was filled with locals, and every dish was made fresh to order at reasonable prices. Furthermore, Ms. Huang, who cleaned our room, was incredibly thorough. She even left a special note if she noticed something needed attention, which made us feel incredibly warm and fostered respect for every single staff member throughout the hotel! This is undoubtedly a hidden gem of a hotel that I will definitely visit again!

The front desk staff greeted me warmly as soon as I entered the lobby and promptly helped me check in, which was a welcome relief after a long journey. Although it's across from Taikoo Hui, the hotel is tucked away on a small street, offering a perfect blend of quietude and convenience – it's not noisy at all at night. It's incredibly convenient to get to the subway, major shopping malls like Zhengjia, several old-school restaurants, and various dim sum spots, all within a 10-minute walk! You can tell the facilities are a bit dated and the decor style is a bit mixed, but they've done a good job with repairs and maintenance, keeping everything clean and tidy. The hallway carpets are free of any strange odors, and there's an air freshener running. The water pressure is strong, making for a very comfortable shower. I thought the mattress would be too soft, but it surprisingly led to a great night's sleep. The touch-sensitive bedside lamps are very convenient. The only minor downside is that the mirror isn't placed in front of a table; its current position is awkward with the mini-fridge in front, making it difficult to sit. When I checked out, even the security guard at the door gave a warm farewell. It really feels like the staff across all positions genuinely and naturally treat guests well. This alone made me extend my stay. I'll definitely stay here again next time.

Hygiene: Surprisingly clean, felt like new, no strange odors – excellent! Ambiance: The hotel lobby smelled wonderful, and the attention to detail was impressive. Service: I mentioned there was no milk for my coffee, and the front desk staff very enthusiastically provided some warmed milk for free. The service was incredibly thoughtful. Facilities: Even a bathroom scale was provided; the amenities are very comprehensive, completely up to star-rated hotel standards. I'll definitely be back!

There is a children's playground which is fantastic—very clean with plenty of activities, and the kids loved it. The room decoration was also great, featuring a super-sized bathtub. We had the lunch buffet; the price was reasonable with a wide variety of choices, and we will definitely come back in the future. We also received complimentary golf experience vouchers.

Everything was excellent! The staff are so friendly and professional. The food is excellent and the service was quick. Check in and out was fast and headache-free! However, the aircon in the main bedroom doesn’t work well and the room was very hot, steamy and humid.

【Location】Right off the highway, about a 40-50 minute drive from Shenzhen, very convenient. 【Environment】The environment is lovely, with mountains and water. There are outdoor hot spring pools, various hot spring pools suitable for both children and adults, a beach, a water park, and even bubble games. 【Entertainment】There were many activities during our stay. The water world is a must-visit, and there's a free children's playground as well as a paid one. It's very large, and kids could easily spend a whole day there. Plus, it wasn't crowded. In the evening, the big lawn also had many entertainment options. I saw tennis courts and go-karts too, which I assume require separate booking and payment. 【Service】Overall, the service was quite good. Whether in the restaurant, housekeeping, or at various venues, the staff were friendly, patient, and responsive. 【Facilities】It's clear this is an older hotel. Especially our room, the decor felt 20 years old. It was advertised as a garden view room, but it was really more of a building view, with nothing to see. The room didn't really cater to family needs; for instance, all the cabinet corners were sharp. The minibar was supposedly free, but it was empty when we opened it. The toiletries were Kappa, which are good quality, but there was only hand soap in the shower, no shower gel. I'm not sure if that was intentional or a mistake. However, a big plus were the heated towel rail and underfloor heating – definitely worth a commendation! 【Dining】Our package included breakfast and dinner for two. Since we visited during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, the buffet was incredibly crowded; it felt like we had to fight for food. Overall, the taste was good, and the soups were excellent. I had 5 bowls of soup in one evening, and the ingredients were plentiful. Breakfast was just as crowded, but replenishment was quite quick. Overall, the kids had a great time, and we would definitely go back.

This Japanese-style hotel offers excellent service. I had a bit of trouble finding my room, but a staff member kindly escorted me all the way to the elevator. The breakfast was plentiful, delicious, and well-balanced nutritionally. They also provide complimentary coffee vouchers, and there's Japanese ramen available late at night, which was perfect for unwinding after a long day!

This hotel is right next to the Qinghui Garden and the commercial pedestrian street, with very convenient parking. It is particularly ideal for visiting Qinghui Garden. The guest rooms are clean and hygienic, the air conditioning is very quiet, and there are plenty of power outlets. Both the shower room and the toilet are separate, but the doors are indeed completely transparent glass, which makes it easy to walk into them by accident if you aren't paying attention. The restaurant on the third floor of the hotel is great for morning tea (Dim Sum), and the food quality deserves a thumbs-up. The hotel also has a swimming pool; my child improved their breaststroke here, which was a nice little bonus!