4-Star Hotels in Gansu, China

This is a really warm and cozy hotel. From the moment you step into the lobby, the kind and lovely front desk staff handle check-in with meticulous care. The room and restaurant service staff are polite, the rooms are clean and comfortable, and the breakfast offers a wide variety. The self-parking area is spacious and well-organized. I highly recommend staying here.

Zhangye isn't a large city, so staying near the West High-Speed Rail Station is convenient. It's mostly residential around here, so the environment is generally quiet. Taxis are easy to find, and it's only a couple of kilometers to the city center, costing a very cheap six or seven yuan. The only minor drawback is that you have to walk a bit with your luggage after getting off the high-speed train. I'd recommend just taking a taxi directly. After a terrible stay in Dunhuang for the first two nights, I really put my trust in an international brand, and the management level is completely different. Hampton Inn isn't luxurious, but it has everything you need. Plus, the hotel is new, the soundproofing is excellent, and you can choose a memory foam pillow, which is great for people with neck problems. Also, the laundry room is fantastic! It started snowing in the morning and my pants and clothes got wet, but I was able to wash and dry them immediately after going back at noon, which was incredibly practical! Because I had a late flight, the front desk allowed me a late check-out, which was great. There's bottled water available on every floor, and plenty of seating in the lobby on the first floor, so you don't have to worry about lingering, and charging is convenient. The breakfast is decent, and considering it's around 300 yuan a night, it's quite reasonable. Overall, I'm very satisfied with this hotel and highly recommend it for anyone staying in Zhangye.

The location is fantastic, right by the Dang River. It's a five-minute walk to Dunhuang Bookstore, and parking is free. Driving to Crescent Lake, the airport, and Mogao Grottoes all take about fifteen minutes. Shazhou Night Market and Dunhuang Museum are also close by, about a five to six-minute drive. Right behind the hotel is Shunzhang Yellow Noodle Restaurant, and there are snack stalls on the south side of Jinshan Alley in the evenings. They were doing road construction near the entrance when I was there, which made getting in and out a bit inconvenient, but everything else was great. I booked the Mulan King Room, which had a humidifier, a smart speaker, and convenient electric curtains. The room was clean, and the water pressure was excellent, making for a really comfortable shower – almost surprisingly good for Dunhuang! The breakfast selection was quite varied; over three days, the cold and hot dishes rarely repeated. The beef noodle chef deserves high praise, his noodles were very authentic, and the lamb soup was also delicious. I had originally planned to try some local breakfast spots, but ended up eating all three breakfasts at the hotel. I overheard a customer ask for 'lamian' (pulled noodles), and I could tell the chef wasn't thrilled by the term, but he still freshly pulled a bowl for them, haha. I also find it a bit jarring to hear 'lamian' in Gansu, even as a non-local; it's always better to call it 'beef noodles' here. The off-season price was really good value. I'd definitely stay here again. It was a pleasant surprise to be able to see the sand dunes of Mingsha Mountain from the Dang River. The hand soap had a slightly odd smell and could be changed. They provide laundry detergent, which is a nice touch. Pictures 5 and 6 are of the hotel lobby, pictures 2 and 4 show the scenery by the Dang River, and picture 3 is of the bookstore.

Perhaps because I stayed for four consecutive nights, I was upgraded directly to an executive twin room upon check-in. It was on a very high floor and, as per my request, didn't face the main street, but I could still see Zhangye West Station from there. It's incredibly close to the West Station. Every day, they provided snacks, two oranges, and yogurt, though the yogurt's expiration date was a bit close. Breakfast is on the first floor, and the hot dishes were different every day during my stay. They also had specialty beef noodles and 'beef small rice' (牛肉小饭), so there was no need to go elsewhere for those. The lobby also offered complimentary packed hot coffee and snacks every morning. Finally, at check-out, they provided a complimentary car service to Zhangye West Station, and everyone's service attitude was superb. The minor drawbacks were: the soundproofing in the room was a bit poor; I could clearly hear next door when they moved things or chairs; and the hair in the bathroom wasn't cleaned daily. Otherwise, everything else was excellent.

Visiting Dunhuang during the off-season was such a great idea! This hotel is fantastic. The room is quite spacious, and the bathroom has a wet/dry separation, with plenty of hot water. The air conditioning is strong, and the hairdryer has good power. The slippers provided aren't cheap; they're very non-slip, and the toothbrushes are soft-bristled. The towels are also good quality and don't shed. The hotel offers unlimited complimentary coffee, water, and even some floral teas that you can DIY in the lobby. The breakfast is also quite substantial. Every staff member is very enthusiastic. They also offer an airport pick-up service; on the day I arrived, they picked me up alone. Plus, the hotel gave me a free ticket for a West Line day tour and a windproof magic scarf, which I found incredibly useful because I hadn't realized how windy and dusty it gets there. Wearing a mask felt stuffy, so this scarf was perfect. I think the price was double the off-season rate, but the location is excellent, just a bit ahead of the night market, and the decor is quite new. The only slight downsides are: it seems to have smart voice control, but I didn't know what the smart voice was called. It would be great if they could add a smart voice prompt. Also, the bedding was a bit rough, but the duvet was goose down, very light and soft. The soundproofing is okay; you can still hear people if they're talking very loudly next door or in the hallway. Seriously, visiting Dunhuang in the off-season is truly wonderful! Oh, and there are two super cute cats in the hotel, and the pickled cabbage buns for breakfast were delicious!

The hotel is quite new and very clean. We were a group of three, and our room only came with two breakfast vouchers, but the front desk kindly provided an extra one. The handmade beef noodles at breakfast were especially delicious! They were the best I've had in the Hexi Corridor these past two days! As someone from Guangdong, I found the Northwest quite dry, but they provided a humidifier, and the smart toilet with a heated seat was fantastic. The only downside was that the shower water in my room was a bit cold (though my friend's double room had hot water). The hotel's location is good, with many restaurants nearby.

Navigating by car was easy, and there's parking available both in front and behind the hotel. The room was well-equipped with smart features, including a humidifier. The staff were incredibly friendly and professional, always ready to help – truly fantastic. Breakfast offered a good variety and tasted great. The hotel's location is excellent, with plenty of dining options nearby, especially Brothers Barbecue, which was outstanding. Several attractions are within walking distance, making my trip to Wuwei very enjoyable. The only minor drawback was a slight odor in our room.

This was the second Mercure hotel on our trip, and overall, the facilities were quite good. **Facilities:** The hotel is well-equipped. The lobby is clean and bright. As expected from an Accor property, the decor style and design elements are largely consistent. What truly stood out was that on each floor's common area, right outside the elevator, there was a row of complimentary bottled water. This is quite rare in other hotels and very convenient for guests to grab. Breakfast is served on the 21st floor, offering a panoramic view and a great sense of openness. On another note, staying on the 14th floor, the water pressure was a bit low, and the shower felt like it didn't have enough flow. **Hygiene:** The room's cleanliness was generally acceptable, but I found a long hair stuck to a tile in the bathroom. It felt like the cleaning wasn't thorough, which was a bit off-putting. Also, there was a small tear on the bed linen. I'm not sure if it was an oversight, but ideally, it should have been replaced. **Service:** The hotel's front desk manager took my feedback very seriously. Afterwards, they even proactively called us to inform us that the issues had been rectified. This was truly excellent.

I mainly came here to see the Jiayuguan Pass, which is very close to the hotel. It's a very relaxed, slow-paced small town. There's a large lake next to the hotel called Donghai, and it was very pleasant to stroll by the lake in the morning. The hotel service was very good and polite. A big thank you to the front desk lady for upgrading my room; it was a bit large for just one person.

The hotel rooms are incredibly spacious, truly enormous! Even if it's peak season and a bit pricey, five people wouldn't feel cramped in there. 😂 The hotel is brand new, and all the facilities are excellent. I visited in March, and they had underfloor heating, air conditioning, a humidifier, and an automatic toilet. The bed was super comfortable, and I really appreciated having both soft and firm pillows – I slept great for several nights. Breakfast was quite lavish for the area, and I personally loved it. They also provide plenty of bottled water in the room; you can just ask for more if you run out. The front desk even offers small items like masks. Indeed, the hotel has a comfortable Mercedes minivan for airport or train station transfers, and everyone seemed to have a great experience with it. Finally, they even gave me a windproof headscarf and a small camel souvenir. 😊 I'll definitely choose this place again next time; it's also very close to the night market.