Gubei Water Town Imperial Springs Hotel

Towards the end of the summer holidays, we made a spontaneous decision to take the kids out for a change of scenery. The hot spring experience was excellent; as a hotel guest, you can book a slot from 8:30 AM to 10 PM. The hotel's dining options were also quite good.

Objectively, the room was tiny, I mean, so small you practically step from the door onto the bed. And it wasn't cheap either. It's located at the very end of the scenic area, right by the road, so it's definitely not a river view. It was noisy with people constantly passing by. Plus, you couldn't open the curtains because passersby would have a direct view into the room. The bed was small; two people around 1.7 meters tall would have trouble turning over. I definitely wouldn't recommend this room for couples. As for cleanliness, I found a large insect as soon as I entered. The linens were just okay, not particularly fresh. Due to its location further inside, I didn't bother walking around much. Couples should really think twice before choosing this room. The hot springs, however, were quite good. From the outdoor area, you can see the Simatai Great Wall, but it gets a bit sunny in the afternoon. I'd suggest going in the early evening. The indoor pools aren't circulated and the water temperature was too high, making them unsuitable for soaking right now.

1. The friendly service attitude of the hotel staff was the first thing I appreciated most. 2. The architectural style of the hotel's courtyard (siheyuan) was a highlight I had to discover myself, rather than it being prominently advertised by the hotel. This was a bit of a shame, but I truly loved the traditional Beijing siheyuan feel. 3. The hotel is located in the most secluded corner of the Water Town area, offering a quiet and serene environment, which I really liked. 4. Although the hotel is quite a distance from the park entrance and the bustling Sun and Moon Island, the electric shuttle service provided by the park is excellent. This made it very convenient to return to the hotel to rest or to depart from the hotel to explore various scenic spots. 5. The breakfast was simple but offered a good variety, including vegetables and meat, both Chinese and Western options, three types of fruit, and American coffee from a bean-to-cup machine. Food items were replenished continuously, and the dining environment was comfortable and cozy. 6. The hotel is situated right next to the entrance of Simatai Great Wall, the park's main attraction, making it very convenient to return to the hotel after an evening tour. 7. It would be even better if hotel guests received more discounts for visiting attractions or dining at restaurants, especially if there were greater specials for dining at the hotel itself. This would definitely encourage more in-house guests to dine there. 8. A special thank you to the lady at the front desk for her incredibly thoughtful and detailed service on our check-out day. She helped us with our luggage and arranged for the shuttle to take us to the first parking lot. My wife and I were very touched by her warm service.