Grand Garden Hotel

Great food, great stay, great fun! The service was warm and attentive! I'll definitely come again! Fantastic 👍

Stumbled upon a hidden gem! This hotel, with its Suzhou garden architecture, instantly transports you to a classical Jiangnan painting the moment you step in. The cloudy weather on the day we visited perfectly complemented the garden's ambiance. There's so much to do here, and I especially loved their heated pool – they even thoughtfully provided swim rings and toys for kids. Plus, the wardrobe in the room had Hanfu and Qipao, perfect for some beautiful photos!

The concierge lady was really thoughtful, helping with our luggage and guiding us to parking. They even offer free charging for electric vehicles, which was super considerate. The room's patio was very spacious, and since our room was located in the middle of the hotel, we slept soundly until we naturally woke up – it was wonderful! The hotel environment is beautiful for photos, and you can even play badminton and tennis. Highly recommend!

Overall, it's pretty good. Although the hotel doesn't quite fit in with its surroundings, once you step inside, it feels like a hidden gem. The staff were very warm and polite. The service was good, but the hotel breakfast was a bit monotonous, a set meal delivered to the room. On weekends, there wasn't much food available, and no delivery services either; you'd have to go about 16 kilometers to Chongzhou county. So we ate at the hotel's restaurant, and the food there was quite good – we ended up having two meals. The hotel doesn't have many rooms, so it's quiet and not crowded. My only real complaint is that the hot spring pool is truly, truly tiny. It would have been great if it had been just a little bit bigger when it was built.

Overall, Yijingyuan is a pleasant place to stay. It has a Chinese garden style, with a quiet environment and well-maintained greenery. It's very relaxing to take a stroll after dinner. The room is clean and tidy, and the bedding is moderately comfortable. The smart toilet and the wet/dry separation design are quite practical. The butler service is very attentive; they respond promptly to requests without delay or unnecessary intrusion. The breakfast selection isn't extensive, but the ingredients are fresh, and the flavors are light and suitable. Plus, it can be delivered to the room. It's not far from Anren Ancient Town, about a ten-minute drive, making travel convenient. Parking is also smooth. The overall value for money is good, and it's suitable for those looking for a quiet place to stay for a couple of days.

The service was great, and the environment was lovely too. The gym, pool, and private hot spring in the room were all very good. The moment we checked in, our butler brought afternoon tea snacks to our room. Breakfast was also delivered to the room, and the butler was always responsive whenever we contacted her. The room facilities were excellent, clean, and tidy. The only issue was the door between the guest rooms and the restaurant. Perhaps because housekeeping staff frequently used it, it was often left open. Guests attending wedding banquets in the restaurant would occasionally walk through, and if they saw an open room door, they'd want to peek inside. Once, my child ran out without closing the door, and just as I reached the entrance, a man saw our open door and tried to walk in – it startled me! This afternoon, I saw another group of banquet guests come through the back door. They saw the door to the room next to ours open, and those ladies also said they wanted to go in and look at the room. Why would they? If you want to book a room, there are pictures available on Ctrip and Dianping. It's really something else for people to just wander in and look at rooms while waiting for their meal. I suggest that door be kept closed at all times to keep the guest room area quieter, as the guest rooms are not a tourist attraction for banquet attendees to visit. Everything else was great. The butler service was excellent and responsive, and the hygiene was also very good. It's definitely worth staying here!

This hotel was recommended by a friend. On the first day, I thought it was small, but after dinner, when I explored, I realized it's actually quite extensive. The entire hotel is beautifully designed in a traditional Chinese garden style – just look at the pictures! [grin] We stayed in a family room, which was clean and spacious, and even had a small courtyard. The central air conditioning had two vents, which was great for someone like me who doesn't like direct drafts. There were also disinfected Hanfu robes in the room that we could wear for free photos. Breakfast was delivered directly to our room. The hotel offers free fish feeding, free fruit picking, and even has little bunnies and ducks. The staff member was very patient and accompanied us to pick grapes, helping us gather a lot – they were delicious! We're planning to come back when the oranges and pomelos are ripe! The hotel's service is truly excellent. They patiently listen to all suggestions, and the staff's coordination skills are impressive, quickly resolving any issues we raised. We brought our child this time, and they had an absolutely wonderful time!

Absolutely loved the pool! It's huge, perfect for swimming laps, and there are changing rooms and a gym right next to it. My husband was a big fan. The hotel also has beautiful views and a charming, antique feel – every photo comes out stunning. They even thoughtfully provide Hanfu for guests! I've already highly recommended it to my friends.

The environment is great, the service is enthusiastic, and the pool is clean. There are tennis and badminton courts, fishing, and seasonal fruit picking. We had a lot of fun. Special thanks to the two lovely staff members who helped inflate the swimming rings and pick jujubes!