Mountain view Hotels in Tai'an

Just as I've reviewed before, the photos match the actual room perfectly. What surprised me most was the design of the bathtub. The room also had a weight scale, body lotion, and laundry detergent. After climbing Mount Tai (from Hongmen to Zhongtianmen, Nantianmen, and Yuhuangding), even after a massage (there's a spa downstairs with an 18% discount for guests) and stretching, my thighs were still sore. A hot bath was incredibly soothing. Not immersing my lower body completely really helped with lactic acid dissipation, allowing me to continue climbing the East Imperial Road the next morning. On the B2 level, there's a chain restaurant (Lucai Gen), and their double meal is more than enough. There's also a gym and a laundry room. I also asked the front desk if I could heat up my packed food in the staff microwave, which was great! The breakfast also featured local specialties like jianbing with green onions and qiangguo noodles. Very good! If I come to Mount Tai again, I'll definitely stay here.

Stay here for a day to climb Mount Tai. The couple running the hotel are very friendly. The hotel is very near to the Hongmen entrance. Walking sticks can be borrowed at the hotel. Deposit lugguage when we checkout and collect it back the next day after we came back from a night over on Mount Tai. The hotel is clean and modern. The lady boss gave a bottle of water before leaving.

The guesthouse is perfectly situated at the foot of Mount Tai, just a short walk from the Hongmen Visitor Center. Our room was spotless and cozy, the small courtyard was wonderfully quiet, and the overall design was quite tasteful (I regret forgetting to take photos!). The owner is incredibly warm and cheerful, and even kindly offered pick-up and drop-off service near Hongmen. We had planned to climb the mountain the following day, but the weather forecast predicted rain, making us worried about our itinerary. To our relief, the owner checked a cloud map, confidently assured us it wouldn't rain, and even helped us plan the perfect route. True to their word, the next day was beautifully cool and refreshing, resulting in an absolutely fantastic experience. Thanks to contacting the owner in advance for some excellent packing advice, we were well-prepared and didn't have to carry any unnecessary luggage. Overall, a truly wonderful stay!

The room, bedding, and everything else were very clean, unlike other B&Bs with various issues (like a sagging part of the bed). There's also a washing machine available. The room didn't feel damp at all. Plus, the inn is right next to the Taishan Hongmen Tourist Center, which is super convenient. The surrounding area is also quite quiet. Finally, the two owners are genuinely wonderful people, very welcoming and enthusiastic. As a solo traveler, I absolutely loved it here!

This hotel definitely deserves a five-star rating! My room was incredibly spacious, and they even upgraded my room type and gave a complimentary breakfast for my child, which had a great variety. The night view from the 24th floor was amazing. There's a mall nearby with a popular stir-fried chicken place (expect a queue!), and a small night market. The hotel has an adjoining ground-level parking lot; just give your license plate number to the front desk when you leave, and parking is free, which is super convenient. Even though prices went up during the May Day holiday, it was still very reasonably priced compared to other hotels. If you come during off-peak times, the value for money would be exceptional. The only minor downside is the lack of a mini-fridge in the room. It felt a bit odd, especially since they provided a Dyson hairdryer – you'd expect a standard amenity like a fridge. The hotel is about 9 kilometers from Tianwai Village at Mount Tai, roughly a 20-minute drive. You can park at Taishan Hospital, which is right across from Tianwai Village. Just make sure to park before 7:30 AM.

We chose this hotel mainly because of the lovely photos online. We thought that although Tai’an itself may not have much to do, we could at least spend a relaxing afternoon enjoying the room and the courtyard before our hike. However, the actual experience was quite different from what we expected. In reality, the courtyard felt rather unkempt and not as inviting as shown in the photos. The hotel also seemed unusually empty—we hardly saw any other guests, and no staff around during our stay, which made the atmosphere feel somewhat quiet and unattended. We had hoped to spend some time relaxing outdoors, but that wasn’t really possible. The wind was strong, and with the harsh sunlight, sitting outside comfortably was difficult. Dust and sand were also blowing around the courtyard. The most uncomfortable part of the stay was that the hotel’s central air-conditioning system broke down while we were there and was only fixed around midnight. Because of the dust and the emptiness outside, we were reluctant to keep the door open for ventilation. As a result, we had to go to sleep in a stuffy and rather warm room for hours while waiting for the air-conditioning to come back on. Overall, the stay was manageable for one night, but it did feel disappointing given how appealing the property looked in the photos. We had chosen this hotel hoping for a comfortable and relaxing stop before our Taishan climb, but unfortunately the actual experience didn’t quite match that expectation.

1. Two families traveled together and booked the same room type. We were offered a choice between a hard and soft bed, and we chose the soft one. However, we regretted it; it was too soft. Sitting on the edge, the bed sank in too much, providing no support. Lying down completely was fine, it didn't sink too deep. 2. I found hair and dust bunnies on the floor, which suggests it wasn't cleaned properly. 3. Everything except the dental kit and disposable face towels was charged, which was a first for me. There was no tissue box or complimentary water provided in the room. Usually, hotels provide two bottles of water and a small pack of tissues. I assumed they would, so I didn't bring any, which was very inconvenient. 4. Unfortunately, the air conditioner was broken. It only blew air, no cold air, so it basically functioned as a fan. Even then, it only reached half of one bed, and the airflow was unstable and intermittent. The other two people couldn't feel any air at all. We were sweating all night, constantly waking up and couldn't sleep. I had to stand under the AC for a bit to get some air. It's old and broken and needs replacing. The owner refunded some of the cost when we checked out early, but we didn't get a good night's sleep, and the kids were grumpy. We felt lethargic all day and still had to go hiking – it was a miserable day.

The room was very clean and I slept great. The breakfast was also very generous (I cleaned my plate, this picture was just taken before I finished eating). All in all, I have no complaints, and the price is very reasonable. I passed by this hotel many times as a child, and I finally decided to come and experience it myself.

We stayed in a family room, which was bright and pleasantly furnished. The atmosphere of the room was friendly, and it felt comfortable for our family. Unfortunately, the cleanliness of the bathroom left something to be desired, as we found hair from previous guests in the shower, which was disappointing. Since we visited during the low season, the restaurant was closed, so we couldn’t enjoy any meals on site. Additionally, the hotel is quite difficult to reach without your own car, and communication with the reception was only possible using translation apps, which made things a bit challenging. I believe that at a different time of year, with more services and facilities open, our experience would have been much more positive. Breakfast was offered, but without any choice of drinks. It was acceptable.

The hotel arranged a sunrise tour for us in the morning, which was well-organized. They also offered a 20 CNY breakfast buffet with good food. The room's cleanliness was much better than another hotel I stayed at previously, though there's still room for improvement in hygiene. The bed was very comfortable, and the shower had nice hot water. Overall, the experience was much better than a more expensive hotel I stayed at last time. We booked two rooms, and they even upgraded one for us. The service was excellent, and the whole experience was smooth.