Shanyuhai Homestay (Wenchang Qishuiwan Branch)

This place actually had quite a charm and we really liked it and felt it was good value for money. Be warned though, this is through and through an older chinese resort showing signs of decay and might not appeal to everyone. The breakfast was non diverse, but actually good. The reception speaks no English, but they did the check in/out fast. We got a free upgrade to family room which was nice. The room itself was ok, beds were fine, balcony looked over a garden. It had some weird design choices, like the crystal surrounded fan that emits light through out the night or the bath shutters being bolted to prevent opening, but nothing problematic for us. Location is really good, for Qionghai at least. Nested between the main street and the seaside street filled with pretty(and overpriced) bars and restaurants. Pool was actually good, not the cleanest, but it several different depths including 1.7m one which is really rare to see. The reception and some signs will tell you the beach is dangerous and not swimmable but only danger there are annoying buggies driving back and forth constantly. There are no life guards on the beach so nobody will bother you if you go for a swim and a lot of people indeed do. The waves are strong though so be ready for it. There are fireworks on the beach. Qionghai itself is not that interesting to warrant another stay, but if we ever go to Qionghai again I would choose this place.