Romantic Hotels in Nanjing

The hotel offered excellent service and facilities. The front desk staff, in particular, were incredibly friendly. However, as it's integrated with the Wild Animal World, reviewing the hotel alone isn't objective; the entire complex needs to be considered. After all, without the Wild Animal World, who would travel all the way to such a remote location to stay here? Considering the entire complex, it's quite mediocre. The main issue is the Wild Animal World, which is quite disappointing. Firstly, there are too few animal species. And for almost every animal – sika deer, hippos, elephants, kangaroos, rabbits, birds, etc. – carrots are sold at the entrance. It's 30 yuan for one portion, 50 for two, and each portion only contains 10 small pieces, not even enough to make up one whole carrot. If you don't feed them, you can only observe from behind a fence; you can enter the enclosure only if you pay for food. I spent 120 yuan just feeding animals along the way. Visitors aren't allowed to feed the animals with their own carrots, and I saw that the ones they brought looked fresher than what we bought. Secondly, there are too few amusement rides. There are only four: a Ferris wheel, a pirate ship, a carousel, and small rotating airplanes. The equipment is so small, similar to what you'd find in a shopping mall. It doesn't feel like an amusement park at all. Moreover, except for the Ferris wheel, the other three rides operate at fixed times. Each session lasts only two or three minutes, and if you want to ride again, you have to wait for the next scheduled opening. Thirdly, the complimentary hotel's 'Lion Star Children's Playground' included in the package can only be entered once, but no one informed us of this. On the first day, while waiting for our room card, we went down and played for about forty minutes. Once we got the room card, we dropped our luggage in the room and headed to the Wild Animal World. The next day, when we tried to re-enter, we were turned away, told we could only enter once. Even on a Monday, when there were hardly any children inside, we weren't allowed in. If we wanted to enter, we'd have to pay over 80 yuan for a ticket. With this scale, who would be foolish enough to pay over 80 yuan for a ticket? Fourthly, the concept of a 'Night Animal Exploration' is good. But participating in it reveals how chaotic the organization is. There are too many people. They split into two groups, each with at least 100 adults and children. Armed with flashlights, the educational staff used microphones and loud speakers, walking non-stop. Doesn't all the noise, the microphone sounds, and the flashlight beams truly disturb the animals? We just kept walking and walking, with almost no time to stop and observe. What's the point? It would be better to have smaller, boutique tours, maybe 10-15 people per group, even if it costs more, to allow for a quieter experience where children can truly observe, learn, and explore. Fifthly, they advertised a complimentary whole roasted lamb. The catch is that you have to spend money at their restaurant. For my eight-year-old child and me, the best value was a 199 yuan set meal. For 199 yuan, we received a very small portion of roasted lamb. If you don't dine at the hotel restaurant, the whole roasted lamb is not complimentary. Sixthly, there are very few dining and cultural creative stores within the park. Far fewer than at Hongshan Zoo. The overall experience at this Wild Animal World doesn't feel like it belongs in a provincial capital like Nanjing; it's more like a county town. Many county towns even have more amusement facilities than this. Of course, there are irreplaceable advantages. There are five adorable giant pandas. We went at 9:30 AM, when it wasn't crowded, and watched them for a full hour. Purely for the panda viewing experience, it's even better than the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. If your child loves animals and wants to see them, I recommend Hongshan Zoo; it's more conveniently located and offers a better experience. If you're an out-of-town friend looking for a leisure vacation, since you're already traveling, I suggest going to Zhengzhou's Yinji Animal World. It's a world of difference. If you want to see many animals.

The proprietress was very good, introduced the surrounding scenic spots and restaurants, did not take the wrong road and did not step on the thunder. There are fewer flowers in winter, and it should be better in spring.

The hotel offers a peaceful retreat despite its central location. The front desk service was excellent, and the room was very clean. Breakfast was also good. The transportation is incredibly convenient; it's a 15-minute walk to the Presidential Palace and only 300 meters from Xi'anmen subway station, making it easy to reach various attractions. Right next to the hotel is a local residential area with great little restaurants in the alleyways, as well as chain stores like Liu Changxing. Overall, I had a very positive experience.

My butler was Cora, and overall, I was quite satisfied with the service. She was very attentive and responsive, and no matter how late it was, she would always reply promptly whenever I needed assistance. The view from the room was absolutely beautiful — truly stunning. However, I was slightly disappointed that the room assigned to me was on a relatively low floor, at Level 51. It was still within an acceptable range, but I had originally expected a higher floor. Unfortunately, a higher-floor room was not available. I was also asked by the front desk to wait for more than an hour before a room became available, which was a little disappointing, especially considering that the room rate was not inexpensive. Regarding cleanliness, I have no complaints. The room was very clean and well-maintained. As for the service, there was a small issue on the first day. The complimentary fruit platter was not delivered. After I went out for a while and returned to the room, it still had not arrived, so I contacted my butler. She checked with the relevant team and found that it had simply been overlooked by the staff. However, they subsequently made up for it by sending me three fruit platters, which I appreciated. One area that I feel could be improved is the air conditioning. Personally, I found the room quite warm, even after turning on both air-conditioning units. When I asked about it, I was informed that some of the air vents were mainly decorative and were not actually functional. This was a little disappointing, as I expected the room to be cooler and more comfortable. Overall, I had a pleasant stay, especially because of the beautiful views and attentive service from my butler, Cora. I hope the hotel can continue improving the room allocation process and air-conditioning system to provide an even better experience for future guests.

I had a really pleasant stay in Nanjing this time. The hotel I checked into offered excellent service, and the surrounding area was lovely. It's centrally located in Nanjing, making transportation very convenient, close to both Daxinggong and Changfujie metro stations. The room facilities were complete, with a wet/dry separated bathroom. Zhou at the front desk was also very thoughtful and quickly helped me adjust my room. The room itself was quite spacious and relatively quiet, and the bed was very comfortable. Getting around was a breeze, being close to the subway and with bus stops right outside. I could also store my luggage after checking out. I was extremely satisfied with my stay. It's definitely worth recommending. They even asked about my satisfaction, which shows how attentive and considerate they are. Highly recommended!

As an established star-rated hotel in Nanjing, Zhuangyuanlou offers excellent value for money. It's incredibly close to Dacheng Hall, Zhan Garden, and Wuyi Lane, making it super convenient for a night cruise on the Qinhuai River. The surrounding transportation is also very accessible, which explains why it's always bustling with tourists. The hotel breakfast has a wide variety of dishes, with nice presentations and delicious flavors, carrying good meanings. The only minor inconvenience is parking if you're driving. When we arrived, the hotel's outdoor parking lot was full. The security guard insisted on seeing our booking confirmation before letting us through, but even after showing it, there was no space. We were then directed to the underground parking, which was a bit of a hassle to navigate to. And guess what? Another security guard there also insisted on seeing the booking confirmation again. Honestly, I think the two security guards, one upstairs and one downstairs, could easily solve this issue with a walkie-talkie. That's why I didn't give a full 5-star rating this time. Overall, it's still a very good hotel.

I stayed at this hotel last year, booked by a friend, and had a great experience. This year, I found the room's facilities to be quite old. Perhaps the room I stayed in last time was a different category? (Even the elevators were different). The cleanliness was still good, and the service was decent. There was construction outside this time, which wasn't ideal. The breakfast was also good and met 4-star standards.

We made a last-minute decision to visit Nanjing, so I quickly booked a hotel. When we arrived, the staff noticed that the queen-sized bed in our room wouldn't be comfortable for a family of three. The front desk was incredibly helpful and promptly changed us to a twin-bedded room. We were pleasantly surprised when we went upstairs – it felt like a huge upgrade! The room wasn't huge, but it was very cozy. The separate wet and dry areas in the bathroom were a fantastic touch, giving us more privacy when showering. The room truly had a Zen-like feel, and it was perfect for taking photos with our child. Overall, it exceeded my expectations. Who says you can't find a great room with a last-minute booking? I definitely did, and I absolutely loved it!

I personally think it's great. There's a 24-hour front desk, and you need a key card for the elevator, which feels very secure. A robot delivers room service, and the sheets and duvet covers are spotless. The hotel has a charming, vintage-inspired design. The breakfast buffet is also good; the photo shows a corner of the self-service area, which surprisingly had toast and a toaster – something you don't always see at buffets, probably catering to international guests. I didn't take more photos of the restaurant as people were dining, and I wanted to respect their privacy. Overall, it's a really good place.

The room was cosy and comfortable and we thought there was enough space for our two suitcases, even though the room seems small. The staff is very helpful and very polite. Everything was clean and nice :) Right next to one of the entrances for the old area with the temple. We happened on the lantern festival and is was really pretty!