I arrived at the hotel from Gutian around 6 PM, tired, dusty, and hot from the journey, eager to check in and rest. It was peak dinner time, and the parking lot was full. I was a bit annoyed and almost considered driving off to find another hotel, but the parking attendant told me to pull over, leave my number, and they'd call me as soon as a spot opened up. That positive start set the tone for a smooth experience.
Once I parked, I went to the lobby and asked the front desk to see a room. The young man at the front desk was very efficient and took me upstairs. The room was quite small, but since I had already parked and brought the car, I decided to make do and planned to switch hotels the next day.
After checking in, I went to check out the restaurant, and that's where the pleasant surprise came: Ju Chun Yuan is the original creator of 'Buddha Jumps Over the Wall' (Fotiaoqiang). I decided I'd definitely try it properly tomorrow.
The next day, I decided to extend my stay by another day instead of switching hotels. The reason was its excellent location in a bustling area, making it incredibly convenient to get anywhere. Although the room was small and the facilities basic, I wasn't planning on a resort-style vacation anyway. Plus, the hotel staff provided excellent, professional service, which was a significant factor in my decision to stay. And, of course, I wanted to have Fotiaoqiang at the restaurant that evening.
The Fotiaoqiang at Ju Chun Yuan restaurant was very satisfying, but the service staff wasn't professional enough. When I asked about ingredients, only the manager or supervisor could tell me; the other staff said they had to ask a supervisor. The restaurant manager seemed to lack patience.
Summary:
1. Excellent location.
2. Good service from guest rooms, front desk, and parking staff.
3. Guest room hardware is basic and needs renovation.
4. Ju Chun Yuan restaurant is a reputable old brand and highly recommended, but the manager seemed jaded, and the service staff appeared to be interns unfamiliar with their duties.
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