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Guest User
Featured Queen Room
Stayed in Sep 2026
Traveling with friends
1 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Oct 5, 2026
Choosing Guyuan Courtyard Jiyitang in Suzhou was absolutely the right decision! Tucked away in an old house in the ancient city, it perfectly blends historical charm with a tranquil atmosphere, escaping the bustle. The courtyard is elegant and serene, making every photo opportunity a perfect shot. The location is excellent; you can walk to Pingjiang Road and Lion Grove Garden, making it incredibly convenient for garden city walks.
The staff are warm, attentive, and responsive, making the stay very comfortable. Breakfast is a delicate tray set, featuring soft and sweet purple rice porridge, accompanied by buns, pumpkin, and fresh fruit side dishes—all prepared with care.
It’s a truly peaceful way to experience the unique charm and vibrant life of Suzhou’s old city, offering an immersive dive into the slow Suzhou lifestyle by staying in an ancient home. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Suzhou!
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Response from Property: 感謝您滿滿的五星好評✨很高興您在姑蘇小院・敬彝堂,沉浸式感受蘇式老宅的慢時光。百年院落藏於古城,離園林街巷咫尺之遙,能讓您鬧中取靜、隨手拍出滿意的畫面,我們倍感欣喜。用心準備的早餐與貼心服務,衹為帶給家人們舒適的入住體驗。期待再次與您相逢小院,靜候您重返姑蘇!
Guest User
Featured Queen Room
Stayed in Aug 2026
Traveling with friends
3 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Sep 18, 2026
The room was spacious and well-equipped. It's an old mansion of a prefect, full of history and culture. It's very close to Humble Administrator's Garden, Lion Grove Garden, Lingering Garden, and Suzhou Museum. At night, we strolled along Pingjiang Road old street. There was an outdoor balcony. The young lady staff was very thoughtful and meticulously recommended sightseeing routes. We were given a complimentary exquisite breakfast, and free fruits and snacks. Before we left, she helped with our luggage and even gave us a souvenir gift. It was super heartwarming!
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6/9
Response from Property: Dear Guest, thank you for your perfect review of Gusu Courtyard·Jingyi Hall. Your appreciation and recognition warm our hearts! Jingyi Hall is a historic old residence of a prefect in the heart of the ancient city, with its white walls and black tiles, and secluded courtyard, preserving the charm of ancient Jiangnan architecture. The rooms are spacious and bright, and some have balconies, making it a particularly pleasant place to relax and enjoy the view. Not far from here are the Humble Administrator's Garden, Lion Grove Garden, Lingering Garden, and Suzhou Museum. Strolling along Pingjiang Road in the evening, with its bridges, flowing water, and illuminated houses, is the most authentic way to experience Suzhou. Planning your itinerary is our duty, and thank you for your praise. The exquisite breakfast, complimentary fruits and snacks, and the parting gift are all meant to add warmth to your trip. Your recognition is our greatest motivation! We look forward to meeting you again at Gusu Courtyard and enjoying the four seasons of the ancient city! We wish you a pleasant journey and all the best!
Guest User
Featured Queen Room
Stayed in May 2026
Traveling with friends
2 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jun 22, 2026
The room was incredibly spacious and stylish, with a luxurious and very comfortable feel. The service was fantastic – they even reminded us and allowed us to check in early. Since we were traveling with friends, they also gave us essential oil soaps and complimentary breakfast, which we didn't end up eating, but the gesture was much appreciated. Overall, the service was excellent, and the cleanliness was top-notch. The facilities were comprehensive, with hot water coming on quickly, a great TV, bright lights, and convenient charging outlets and light switches.
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6/12
Response from Property: Dear Guest, Thank you so much for choosing to stay at Jingyi Hall in Gusu Courtyard. Your thoughtful and detailed review is truly heartwarming. We are delighted that our spacious, elegant, and well-designed rooms provided you with a comfortable stay. We were also honored to process your check-in in advance and remind you of various matters, striving to save you and your travel companions any trouble. The complimentary essential oil soap and Dragon Boat Festival breakfast were a small token of our appreciation, and we regretfully couldn't enjoy them. You praised the room's cleanliness, tidiness, and complete amenities, including the readily available hot water, clear and easy-to-use TV, bright and soft lighting, and convenient charging controls – all details we meticulously maintain. Attentive service and a clean and comfortable environment are standards we consistently strive for, and your comprehensive affirmation is our greatest motivation. We look forward to your next stay at Gusu Courtyard with your friends. We wish you all the best and a pleasant journey!
Guest User
Tatami Twin Room
Stayed in May 2026
Family
31 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jul 2, 2026
Staying in the same place as ancient officials, that's something! It was a great experience to imagine handling official duties in such a profound setting. The environment was lovely, the kids were super happy, and the owner was great too. It's very vintage, truly a grand family estate!
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Response from Property: 尊敬的客人您好,感謝您選擇入住姑蘇小院敬彝堂!特別開心您和小朋友都住得舒心!老宅保留了舊時官宅風貌,能讓大家體驗古時府邸生活是我們的榮幸,歡迎常回來做客!
陈_丽丽
Su Style · Two-Bedroom Detached Courtyard
Stayed in May 2026
Family
16 reviews
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Jun 5, 2026
Excellent location. Service staff are very attentive. Close to many attractions. Only disadvantage is no shelter when raining from my room to the main hall.
Response from Property: 感謝您細緻的真實點評!很高興優越的區位與貼心服務能讓您滿意,門店毗鄰各大景區出行遊玩十分便利。雨天客房至大堂缺少雨廊是我們待優化之處,後續我們會添置臨時雨具、規劃防雨配套,盡力改善雨天通行不便的問題,期待您再次光臨體驗優化後的小店!
Yundanfeihua
Sunshine Double Room (with Terrace)
Stayed in Feb 2026
Couple
13 reviews
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Mar 28, 2026
Quiet despite being in a bustling area, with friendly service. It's very close to Humble Administrator's Garden, just a few minutes' walk away.
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Response from Property: Dear Guest, Thank you for choosing to stay at our Gusu Courtyard Jingyitang Hotel and for your kind review! We are delighted that you enjoyed the tranquil atmosphere of our courtyard amidst the bustling city and your attentive service. Our hotel is conveniently located next to the Humble Administrator's Garden, just a few minutes' walk away. We remain committed to serving every guest with our dedication and look forward to welcoming you back to experience the leisurely pace of Suzhou. We wish you a pleasant journey!
Danvzhulin
Queen Room with Courtyard View
Stayed in Feb 2026
Solo traveler
15 reviews
9.7/10
Amazing
Posted on Mar 27, 2026
This hotel is truly unique and embodies the charm of Suzhou. It's incredibly close to the Humble Administrator's Garden, and the Lion Grove Garden is also a lot of fun. They have delicious snacks and lots of cats here. If you appreciate peace and quiet, this is the perfect place for you.
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Response from Property: Dear Guest, Thank you for your kind review! We are delighted that you experienced the unique charm of Suzhou's ancient elegance in our courtyard. Located near the Humble Administrator's Garden and Lion Grove Garden, our location offers convenient access to these attractions. Delicious snacks are thoughtfully provided, and our adorable cat companions create a tranquil and peaceful environment perfect for relaxation. We remain committed to preserving this serenity and warmth, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Suzhou and our courtyard once more. Wishing you all the best!
Guest User
2-Bed Room with Terrace
Stayed in Jul 2026
Family
1 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Aug 9, 2026
Traveling with our family of four, we chose Jingyitang. The room was clean and tidy, the environment comfortable, and the service attentive and thoughtful. It's also very kid-friendly, and most importantly, the location is excellent, very close to Humble Administrator's Garden and Pingjiang Road. Definitely worth choosing.
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Response from Property: 感謝您一家四口選擇敬彝堂,很高興小院能得到全家的認可😊。我們一直希望給帶小朋友出行的家庭帶來舒適省心的居住體驗,古宅離拙政園、平江路步行可達,出遊逛古城十分便利。期待下次再來蘇州,歡迎闔家再次回來小院小住!
Guest User
Queen Room with Courtyard View
Stayed in Apr 2026
Couple
2 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on May 30, 2026
Staff is friendly in helping in answering questions. Room is amazing tho abit different from picture but the stay is great
Response from Property: 尊敬的客人,您好!感謝您選擇入住姑蘇小院敬彝堂並留下好評。很開心我們的服務能讓您滿意,也欣慰整體入住體驗得到您的認可。實景與圖片存在細微差異還望您多多諒解,我們也會不斷優化完善。期待您再次光臨,祝您一切順遂!
Guest User
Sunshine Double Room (with Terrace)
Stayed in Oct 2025
Couple
3 reviews
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Nov 22, 2025
Lovely little hotel. Very nice design. Girls at the reception helped us bring luggage to the room as it was second floor with no lift. Nice terrace overlooking the roofs.
Lovely touches like fruits and chinese tea with cute cups. Nice shower, clean room. Comfy bed.
Basic chinese breakfast. Very close to the touristy areas. Beautiful friendly cat lives there. I really hope he is not stuck in his little room all the time.
Tiny bit noise from the street and neighbours coming back late at night but not a big issue.
Took a taxi back to the train station for something like 2€.
Would stay again!
Response from Property: Dear Guest,Thanks so much for choosing Gusu Xiaoyuan·Jingyitang and your heartfelt 4.7-star review! We’re thrilled you loved our hotel’s lovely design, clean room with a comfy bed and nice shower, plus the sweet touches of fresh fruits and Chinese tea in cute cups.Our reception team is glad they could help with your luggage to the second floor (no elevator, but we’re always ready to assist!). We’re also happy the terrace with ancient roof views impressed you—and don’t worry about our friendly cat! He’s well-cared for and gets plenty of time to wander, not stuck indoors all day.Nestled in Suzhou’s ancient urban area, we’re steps from Humble Administrator’s Garden, Suzhou Museum and Lion Grove Garden, with convenient local facilities and affordable taxi rides to the train station.We appreciate you mentioning the slight street/neighbor noise—being in the old town, it’s part of the local charm, but we’ll try to optimize sound insulation for a quieter stay next time.Thanks again for your recognition! We can’t wait to welcome you back to Suzhou. Wishing you joy and smooth journeys!
CecilWong
2-Bed Room with Terrace
Stayed in Feb 2026
Traveling with friends
32 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Mar 27, 2026
Although a bit old, the location is very convenient, the front desk service was excellent, and the breakfast was good.
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Response from Property: 尊敬的客人,您好!感謝您認可我們優越的地理位置、貼心的前台服務與美味早餐~門店部分建築保留古院原貌略帶歲月質感,我們也在持續維護升級環境細節。用心服務、優選餐食是我們的初心,期待您再次蒞臨姑蘇小院,感受更好的體驗,祝您旅途愉快!
Guest User
Sunshine Double Room (with Terrace)
Stayed in Oct 2025
Couple
26 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Dec 21, 2025
Beautiful and nice hotel i been all my life
Response from Property: Dear Guest,Thank you so much for choosing GUSU YARD HOTEL and leaving us a 5-star review! Your comment "Beautiful and nice hotel i been all my life" is the greatest recognition and encouragement to us. It's our honor to provide you with a pleasant stay experience.We look forward to welcoming you back anytime. Wish you all the best!
Guest User
Tatami Twin Room
Stayed in Jun 2026
Family
2 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jul 17, 2026
Very friedlich staff and very clean nice rooms!
Response from Property: 非常感謝您暖心的好評與認可!店內每位工作人員都始終秉持熱忱貼心的態度對待每一位客人,客房我們也堅持每日細緻打掃、精心佈置,力求整潔舒適。能讓您感受到我們用心準備的細節,收穫一段舒心愜意的入住體驗,我們心裏格外開心。古城風光常在,小院靜候您再次前來小住,期待下次與您相遇!
Guest User
Tatami Twin Room
Stayed in May 2025
Family
11 reviews
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jun 13, 2025
This was the best hotel of our trip in terms of service and ambiance. The front desk service was superb, and the breakfast was excellent with a great location. It's about an 8-minute walk to Humble Administrator's Garden and only 10 minutes to the Suzhou Museum (which is right next to Humble Administrator's Garden). Highly recommended!
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Response from Property: Dear Guest, thank you so much for taking the time to share your stay experience! Your recognition makes our efforts worthwhile. The hotel is always committed to providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for every guest. The hotel was originally a historic mansion, and we adhered to the principle of restoring it to its original state, hoping to allow every guest to experience the historical and cultural heritage of the mansion. We look forward to seeing you again!
Guest User
Queen Room with Courtyard View
Stayed in Nov 2025
Couple
1 reviews
9.2/10
Great
Posted on Dec 4, 2025
The room was spacious and came with its own private courtyard, which would be perfect for a multi-night stay when the weather is warm. The bedding and pillows were soft and comfortable, and it was very quiet at night. Breakfast was quite varied, even offering freshly made plain noodles. The location is excellent, about a 5-minute walk from the Humble Administrator's Garden. It's especially ideal for those who want to get there early to avoid the crowds.
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Response from Property: Thank you so much for choosing to stay at Gusu Courtyard Jingyi Hall. It is our honor to provide you and your family with heartwarming service and a comfortable living environment. We are truly delighted to see your appreciation for the room size and the private courtyard. We imagine you enjoying tea and relaxation in the courtyard on a sunny day, a truly idyllic experience – this is exactly the intention behind creating this elegant residence. The soft and comfortable bedding and pillows, and the tranquil nighttime atmosphere, are all details we have carefully crafted to ensure you unwind from your travels and have a good night's sleep. We are also pleased with your positive feedback on the breakfast; the freshly cooked noodles, combined with a variety of other dishes, are sure to energize your morning. The courtyard is conveniently located in Suzhou's old city, just a 5-minute walk from the Humble Administrator's Garden and adjacent to attractions such as the Suzhou Museum and Lion Grove Garden. It's especially suitable for those who want to avoid crowds and arrive early. The surrounding area also boasts excellent amenities and a vibrant atmosphere. We look forward to your next stay and hope to provide you with an even more comfortable experience. Wishing you a pleasant life and success in your work!