Grand House Shangrao

The environment here is quite good, living up to my expectations for the Guantang Hotel. Some of the villas are built with wood from old buildings, and the main hall was renovated from a former scholar's residence. I booked a package that included a tea ceremony around a stove and one dinner. The seasonal tea ceremony was really enjoyable, and the weather in the afternoon was perfect.

This is my second stay at the Shangrao Yuexi New Century Grand Hotel. Four years ago, I stumbled upon this hotel when I visited Shangrao, and its serene and elegant environment left a deep impression on me, making me fall in love with the New Century Grand Hotel brand. Since then, whenever I travel, I try to stay at a New Century Grand Hotel, but the Yuexi Grand Hotel in Shangrao remains my favorite. It's the kind of place that makes you want to stay an extra night in the city just for the hotel itself, and you can truly feel that the designers and investors poured their heart and soul into it. In autumn, the hotel grounds are filled with the subtle scent of osmanthus, the air is exceptionally fresh, and at night, the sky is dotted with stars – a sight rarely found in big cities. Even the driver of the shuttle cart who took us to the lobby on our first day remembered us when we checked out the next day, which was incredibly heartwarming.

Very beautiful, delicious food, and excellent service. We stayed for three days and two nights with our children, arriving at the hotel at 8 PM and still able to enjoy a great dinner at the restaurant.

This is a truly unique hotel. Just looking at the hotel entrance felt like arriving at a scenic spot. Under the gatehouse, there's a small lounge area for guests to rest while waiting for the gatekeeper to call for the golf cart. Indeed, without the golf cart, as first-time visitors, we would have had no idea where the check-in desk was. After getting off the golf cart, we walked through a spacious courtyard to the lobby, which is a grand and rustic living room. Deeper into the lobby, in front of a huge relief sculpture, the front desk staff greeted us warmly and attentively. Our luggage was still on the golf cart, which then drove along the garden paths, taking us all the way to our room. We particularly want to thank the restaurant staff. Because it was raining on the day we arrived and the temperature dropped sharply, we felt too cold in the restaurant. The restaurant manager suggested we order our food and return to our room, and they would deliver it. When the food arrived, every dish was covered with plastic wrap, and a candle was lit underneath each one. Our soup was piping hot, and the fish sauce was still gently bubbling. This thoughtful gesture made us feel so warm on a cold autumn day.

This hotel is right at the foot of Lingshan Mountain and can arguably be called the best in the area, offering incredible value for money. The staff, backed by state-owned assets, are exceptionally professional. From the concierge to the front desk and the restaurant, the service is incredibly proactive, meticulous, and polite. I honestly didn't have high expectations, but the restaurant food turned out to be delicious, and the breakfast was very rich and varied. The absolute highlight is the hotel's night view. After dinner, strolling through the courtyard, every corner reveals a new, breathtaking scene of pavilions and towers – it's like stepping into a dream garden. It's a shame we were out exploring during the day and didn't get to fully appreciate its daytime beauty. The hotel is also only an hour's drive from Wangxian Valley, making it the perfect choice for a trip around the area. I'll definitely be back for another weekend stay.