Tinghai Yuejingju Sea View Resort Hotel (Jiaochangwei, Shenzhen)

This hotel was easy to find. Last time I was here, I chose a hotel near an alleyway and wandered around with my large suitcase. 😅 This hotel is right off the main road, with an Instagram-esque decor. Opened a few years ago, the facilities are quite new. The air conditioning in the lobby was comfortable, the front desk lady was very helpful, and check-in was a breeze. 😌 The room was large and spacious, with a 2-meter-long bed that was more than enough for two people. There was also a large bathtub outside the bathroom (but I didn't use it because I was on a tight schedule and didn't soak in it). I was surprised to find that the hotel's rubber slippers in the bathroom can be worn on the beach, which is great for those who can't be bothered to bring slippers. However, be sure to keep them safe, or you'll be charged for them. The beach is right outside the door, really close 😍. It's a bit awkward, though. You have to pay to wash your feet and rinse in the sand afterward. The hotel has a nice area for that, though 🥸 This time, we were exploring the ancient city near the hotel. It was about a 5-minute walk. The area outside the south gate is a bit commercialized 🫠, but there are still plenty of small shops worth browsing. Heading into the north gate, you'll find more residential alleys and a more unique atmosphere. In the evening, we went to a nearby poolside restaurant for dinner. It was also quite Instagrammable and nice, unlike the typical seafood stalls. They also had live music, giving it a more relaxed vibe 😎.