Jiajing Sightseeing Hotel (Matryoshka Square)

It’s located right next to the border on a sketchy looking road so there’s a lot of truckers. It’s across from the scenic area which is convenient if you want to go there but I wouldn’t recommend going there because they have cruel animal performances such as lions and a bear. It was so awful to watch. They hit the lions who weren’t obedient. So sad. The hotel is too far from all the restaurants and the main downtown area so that was inconvenient. The owner was very kind though. He gave us these Russian candies that were delicious and impossible to buy. :( There is one washer on every floor but no dryer so you need to hang dry your clothes which is a bit inconvenient. There isn’t any breakfast option - it’s the same every day and it is delivered to your room which made me feel like quarantine again but at least the timing is flexible as you could sleep in and have it delivered whenever you want.

The hotel is not directly inside the Matryoshka Square complex. Have to arrange a taxi to visit the square. The view of the giant dolls and the surrounding lights are beautiful from the hotel. Can visit the China and Russia order crossing from this hotel. The room is clean and spacious. The sheets are clean and the bed comfortable. The hotel staff are very helpful and knowledgeable on the area. Do not take the breakfast option as the breakfast is delivered to room by delivery drivers