Xiamen Hotels with Private Pools

"Overall the stay was great. There are just a few incidents that I did not appreciate. As a black international family, constant looks and whispers from staff members was very uncomfortable for my family. Other travelers also constantly took pictures of us. The breakfast was imbalanced and was more catered to Chinese customers. Croissants were advertised but nowhere to be found. We changed our stay from 2 nights to 3 nights to enjoy more time in the hot springs and swimming amenities and staff were great. The staff in the restaurant during breakfast need more training on how to treat black foreigners and not look down on us, we were after all paying to stay here. We had dinner at the restaurant on one of the days and were told there’s no beef for the pasta. Please train the restaurant staff! Also a suggestion, if people book more than 2 nights, let them have unlimited access to the hot springs. It just makes sense. The playing area is in the restaurant for families information, you can’t access the playing area if the restaurant isn’t open. Overall a good experience."

"Don't book! Don't book! Absolutely don't book! I booked one day and didn't want to leave, so I immediately booked a week's stay. The environment, the quality, the cleanliness...it's better than my home! I added the owner on WeChat; I'll need to consult them about renovations later. Let me describe the hotel's location: it faces the sea, there's a bus stop 100 meters behind, and Lehai Park in front. Many locals go there to go beachcombing and have an endless supply of seafood. Most importantly, the hotel has a free shared kitchen, which my family really appreciates. Plus, there's free parking. Cleanliness: Impeccable. Facilities: Everything you could need, fully smart, modern, high-tech. The toilet is automatic, no flushing required—awesome! Service: The receptionist was quite handsome, the kind of guy who grows on you. I wonder if he has a girlfriend... He was very attentive and even taught us how to avoid scams. This trip to Xiamen was excellent. I give Dolphin Bay 100 points!"

"The handsome receptionist was very welcoming, the room was clean and bright, the bed was comfortable, and the stay was exceptionally pleasant – a truly wonderful seaside guesthouse! I'll definitely stay here again this summer; you can swim in the pool downstairs, and the water is crystal clear! [Thumbs up]"

"This isn't my first time staying here. I chose Seven Heavens for its convenience over the ambiance, but this time, I was truly disappointed. 1. During check-in, I overheard them mentioning tea and a hot towel, but even after ten minutes of finishing my check-in, nothing was brought out (I really needed a towel at that moment, but whatever). 2. When I entered the restaurant in the morning, it was for breakfast, not to see angry faces from the staff. Is it really that hard to work in the morning? Two or three servers were all scowling and spoke very rudely. Their attitudes only improved closer to the end of breakfast. This negative experience was completely unexpected. Bad day."

"When I arrived at the hotel, I was surprised to find that there was a message wall next to the front desk, which was filled with messages from everyone. It was quite warm. There were also swimming pools outside the two villas. Unfortunately, they will not be developed to store water until summer. The hotel has a high green coverage rate and a good location, close to the pier snack bar. The hotel service was super good. By the way, there are really a lot of cats on Gulangyu Island."

"Environment: The hotel is at a high place, so the sight is very good and the view is first-class. The tree house is quite unique. There is a swimming pool at the door. One wall of the room is rock, and there are branches passing through the house. There are steps in the room, which need to be climbed up and down, which is suitable for young people. When the weather is good, you can sit outside the hotel lobby to watch the sunset. Service: The housekeeper service is very good. He took the initiative to contact us a week in advance to remind us to buy boat tickets and sent us a transportation guide to the island and to the island. Neicuoao Pier is closer to the hotel. There is a tourist service center 100 meters left after getting off the boat. Large luggage can be placed at the tourist service center, and the hotel will send someone to carry the luggage. It is better to travel light, after all, the hotel is at a high place and you have to climb a little mountain. Because I accidentally spilled the tea on the cup, the housekeeper not only came to change the quilt in time, but also did not charge the cleaning fee. I was really embarrassed. Facilities: The hotel has complete facilities. The Qinhai Coffee downstairs has a good environment, the coffee is very fragrant, and the price is reasonable. Vacationing here, even if you don’t go out to play, it is also very pleasant to stay in the hotel to drink coffee, look at the sea view, and read books."

"The room was very clean and well-organized, with all amenities complete and functional. It's close to the beach, so the environment is fantastic! There's a night market not far away, which is perfect for a leisurely stroll after dinner. The service was also quite good. I'll definitely stay here again next time I bring my family to visit!"

"The hotel environment is good, the scenery is great, cars can drive up directly, the super large terrace can see the sea, the boss also upgraded our room type for free, overall it is good. However, there are some small details that need to be improved. The electric curtains in the terrace room are broken and can only be pulled by hand. Some disposable items are not in place. The slippers were sent up by the waiter. We went down to get the disposable bath bag because calling may not be as fast as getting it ourselves. When brushing teeth at night, I found a toothbrush with no bristles but only a handle, but because it was late in the morning, I didn't find the front desk and used the same one with my husband. Overall, the environment is good, and it is also beautiful to take pictures. It is recommended to come when the weather is warm so that you can experience the swimming pool."

"During the Chinese New Year, I came to Xiamen for a trip and stayed in this B&B for two nights in a family room. The facilities and appliances are all very new, clean and tidy. The beds and pillows are very comfortable. The bathroom also has a heater and hairdryer. The decoration style is simple and fashionable. The toiletries are very complete, even men's razors are available. There is a fish tank in our room, and children and adults can take a bubble bath when they are tired. The B&B also has disposable bath bags. It can be seen that the B&B is very attentive. The room is also large and the space is not cramped. The hotel also has a swimming pool, which is really attractive. It's a pity that it's winter. If you come in summer, it would be so cool. You can go to the beach not far away. It's about 3 kilometers away from Zengcuo'an. You can eat all kinds of food at night. In short, the B&B experience this time is super good. The boss and the sister inside are also very enthusiastic. They will introduce you how to play and what attractions in Xiamen are worth recommending. It is a great B&B"

"We had a wonderful 5-day, 4-night stay at Haiyue Villa, and the experience was excellent – both the seniors and the kids were happy. We booked a package for a waterfront family room in the Aqua Villa area, which had direct access to the pool, making water play incredibly convenient. Traveling in late September, off-peak, meant very few people, and the Aqua Villa area was especially serene; having a whole section of the pool to ourselves was incredibly pleasant. With blue skies, white clouds, and lush greenery everywhere, it was picturesque and full of tropical charm. **Dining:** Our first meal was at the Xiangcha Palace restaurant. The Shacha Hot Pot had a rich flavor, and the taro rice was wonderfully smooth. We had the buffet lunch at the Mediterranean Restaurant in the main building, where we'd reserved a window seat overlooking the infinity pool. The food selection was quite extensive, with freshly sliced salmon, and I particularly enjoyed being able to customize my own 'Four Fruit Soup.' Breakfast was mostly at the Aqua Villa Cafe, which was quiet and less crowded. We did go to the main building's breakfast one day, which offered a wider variety. There's a complimentary afternoon tea every day, and we tried three different types: The floating afternoon tea, which you book a day in advance and is delivered to your room. The buffet afternoon tea at the Aqua Villa Cafe, which was themed like a surfboard. And the one at Tianyue Pavilion on the 6th floor of the main building, offering sea views and outdoor seating. **Activities:** We spent most of our water play time at the Aqua Villa. The nearby Little Egret Paradise had a very small slide, but we didn't go to the main building's pool. We participated in the 'Plant Mobilization' activity, where we found 9 types of plants to redeem prizes. We rode the garden mini-train and the rainbow pony cart; the latter is only available on weekends and is an outsourced, chargeable activity. We also experienced the indoor play area, the Little Dolphin Kids' Club, and the wooden boardwalk. We borrowed sand-digging tools and went through a small hotel gate to dig for sand at Huangcuo Beach opposite. **Service:** I especially want to praise the staff's service. The Aqua Villa butler, Xiao Lei, contacted us a day in advance, sending hotel information and activity introductions, and was very enthusiastic and thoughtful in answering our questions. She arranged for us to stay in Building 8, close to the Aqua Villa Cafe, which made getting around very convenient. Upon arrival, the room was already equipped with a bed rail, a step stool, a child's toilet seat, and a dehumidifier. They also upgraded our package's buffet lunch so we could enjoy it daily throughout our stay. The staff throughout the hotel were all very friendly and kind to children. There's a buggy service for transfers between the Aqua Villa, the main building, and other hotel areas, and requests for a buggy were responded to very quickly. One day, my child's sunglasses went missing. We thought they might have been left at the concierge. When we called, they said they hadn't found them, but promised to check with colleagues in other areas. They called back quickly to say they had found them. Although there was a sign on our room's balcony stating 'no lifeguard or staff on duty at the pool,' there was always a lifeguard patrolling the poolside, who even proactively helped us inflate our own swimming vests with an electric air pump."