Kaifeng Leju Hotel (Qingming Shanghe Garden Branch) – Dwell Amid Song Dynasty Charm, Neighboring a Timeless Scenery
If you wish to immerse yourself in the Song Dynasty ambiance of Kaifeng, where "stepping into a painting for a day feels like traveling back a thousand years," Leju Hotel (Qingming Shanghe Garden Branch) is an excellent choice. This boutique hotel, newly opened in 2024, centers on "proximity to attractions, elegant living, and warm hospitality," skillfully blending convenience with poetic charm.
Core Advantage: Seamless Access to Qingming Shanghe Garden
Nestled near the ruins of the Northern Song Dynasty imperial city in Longting District, the hotel is just a 3-minute walk from the South Gate of Qingming Shanghe Garden. No need to rush for early morning trips – open your window at dawn, and you might faintly hear the morning bells from the garden. After exploring the garden in the evening, you can head straight back to your room to relax, avoiding the hassle of long commutes. Within a 1-kilometer radius, attractions like Longting and Hanyuan Steles Forest also surround the hotel, making it easy to start a leisurely sightseeing trip or a cultural exploration.
Living Experience: Small yet Delightful, with a Home-like Vibe
Though the hotel has only 13 guest rooms, care is evident in every detail:
- Log-style Elegant Rooms: Decorated with warm log tones and Song Dynasty-inspired elements, the rooms are simple yet sophisticated. Some rooms feature a private small terrace with rattan chairs and a table. Brew a pot of Kaifeng chrysanthemum tea, look up to see the outline of Song-style buildings in the distance, or enjoy starlight and evening breezes at night.
- Comfortable Amenities: Each room is equipped with a zero-pressure mattress and oak sanitaryware, along with a central air-conditioning system for year-round comfort and full-coverage high-speed Wi-Fi. Sink into the sofa in your room, press the remote, and the familiar voice of CCTV News broadcast fills the air – the anchors’ tones, the opening melody, even the rhythm of scrolling subtitles, all feel exactly like an evening in your living room at home. Outside the window lies the glow of the Song Dynasty-style city; inside, the familiar "daily sounds" ease away the fatigue of travel, making every breath as relaxed as it is at home.
Warm Hospitality: As Comfortable as Being at a Friend’s Home
Unlike the standardized services of traditional hotels, the hospitality here is filled with human warmth:
- Free parking and luggage storage are available, along with 24-hour butler service.
- Upon check-out, guests receive Kaifeng’s specialty peanut crisp – a carefully selected treat from a local time-honored brand, adding a sweet memory to your journey.
- The staff, familiar with the area, are always happy to share tips on attraction routes or recommend local snacks (such as Xisi Night Market, a 10-minute walk away, where you can savor authentic Hu spicy soup and soup dumplings).
Stepping away from the bustle of Qingming Shanghe Garden and returning to the quiet of Leju, you can feel the historical warmth of the Song Dynasty city while enjoying modern comfort. This is perhaps the meaning of "Leju" (Happy Dwelling) – making travel more than just checking in, but a truly pleasant experience of "settling in."