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Posted onJun 7, 2026|Hill View Onsen King
davidThere's a dream-like place in Dongguan where towering buildings blend with green mountains and flowing lakes, where technology and nature coexist. It boasts a promising future, with thriving industries like scientific innovation, education, and new materials. This is Dongguan Songshan Lake, a 'dream city' that marries scenic beauty with technological advancement. With 8 square kilometers of water, a 42-kilometer lakeside road, and over 70% green coverage, the scenery is pleasant and the ecological environment is exceptional. It's in this beautiful setting that the Banyan Tree Dongguan Songshan Lake hotel stands. As the saying goes, 'Enter Banyan Tree, and you enter paradise.' Banyan Tree hotels are renowned for their commitment to nature, environmental protection, and embodying the essence of poetry and distant dreams, earning them a loyal following worldwide. The Banyan Tree Dongguan Songshan Lake officially opened its doors at the beginning of 2024. It’s no coincidence that Banyan Tree’s first hotel in Guangdong Province chose this location; the philosophies of both the brand and Songshan Lake are a match made in heaven.
As an experienced hotel enthusiast, I had long anticipated the arrival of Banyan Tree’s first hotel in Guangdong, especially for a summer trip to Dongguan Songshan Lake. I’ve now visited twice. The hotel lobby itself feels like the beginning of an aesthetic vacation, enveloping guests in a blend of ancient tranquility, contemporary wellness, and a thoughtful, immersive experience. The front desk's backdrop features a painting by artist Wang Tiande, 'Banyan Secluded Abode,' an elegant landscape in a minimalist style that perfectly complements the lobby’s ambiance. Crystal at the front desk provided excellent service. On either side of the guest rooms are a walk-in closet, vanity, and bathroom. The bathroom is a standout, featuring Banyan Tree SPA's exclusive Thai Chamanard bath products and a Dyson hairdryer as standard – every detail screams luxury. The balcony boasts a soaking tub, offering a relaxing mineral bath experience for both body and mind. The 'Sunset Ritual' at Ri Ri Ting is a truly healing experience, where professional instructors guide guests through a singing bowl relaxation session, immersing them in ethereal Zen sounds to clear daily distractions and purify the soul.
The Lobby Lounge has a stylish design with both indoor and outdoor areas. The floor-to-ceiling windows offer beautiful views of the lake and green forest, and the outdoor seating is surrounded by flowing water. It’s a perfect place to unwind with a laptop, enjoy a delicious afternoon tea, and spend a leisurely afternoon – a rare treat for relaxation. The Julius Meinl 'Little Red Hat' coffee served here was particularly to my liking. In the evening, the Lobby Lounge's menu also features a wonderful selection of signature cocktails, providing a satisfying escape into a beautiful night amidst a bustling life. Furthermore, the authentic Cantonese cuisine at Bai Yun Chinese Restaurant is a visual and culinary feast that leaves a lasting impression.
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Price per night from:MYR 999
Posted onMay 17, 2026
Guest User
This hotel boasts an excellent location, very close to the Universiade Sports Center, with a small shopping mall nearby for added convenience. Turning right out of the hotel brings you directly to the Longfeng Villa 4A Scenic Area, which my kids absolutely loved. The reception staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Our room was spotless and well-maintained, with all the necessary amenities. The natural light and ventilation were fantastic, and a full set of toiletries was provided. It offers great value for money. We had a very comfortable and worry-free stay. Highly recommend and we'll definitely be back!
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Price per night from:MYR 274
Posted onJul 15, 2026|Elegant Queen Room
moonzshAlways a great experience! The front desk allowed an early check-in and an upgraded room, plus they sent welcome fruits. The customer service staff was also very thoughtful, helping us with a late check-out since we were traveling with kids. The dining at the three restaurants is quite good; breakfast offers a wide variety, and the dishes at the Chinese restaurant are consistently excellent—never a bad choice. There are plenty of outdoor activities, and the indoor large playground was a big hit with the kids. The indoor heated pool is also a nice touch.
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Price per night from:MYR 556
Posted onDec 11, 2025|Ruyue Double Bed Room (Derucci Mattress + Mini Fridge)
Travelling HIt’s a good hotel. Brand new, luxurious, nice facilities. The room itself was very nicely designed and comfortable.
Only thing that needs improvement is the air quality of the rooms. They don’t enforce a strict no-smoking policy. Which is fine, but they also don’t have an air purifier. So if you have asthma or breathing problems that may be an issue. I already informed the manager and hope they take the necessary steps to purchase some air purifiers as they are only about 750 Yuan.
I hope to return in the future and if I see them having some air purifiers on board that could take their rating to a 5/5 in the future. But if not; that is their choice as a 4-star hotel as well.
這是一家不錯的酒店。 全新的、豪華的、漂亮的設施。 房間本身設計得很好,而且很舒適。
唯一需要改進的是房間的空氣品質。 他們沒有執行嚴格的禁菸政策。 沒關係,但他們也沒有空氣清淨機。 因此,如果您有哮喘或呼吸問題,這可能是一個問題。 我已經通知了經理,希望他們採取必要措施購買一些空氣清淨機,因為它們只有750元左右。
我希望將來能回來,如果我看到他們船上有一些空氣清淨機,將來可以將他們的評級達到5/5。 但如果不是;那也是他們作為四星級酒店的選擇。
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Price per night from:MYR 157
Posted onFeb 26, 2026
Guest User
Overall, I was very satisfied with my stay. The room was clean, bright, and spacious, and the staff were all gentle and polite. Everything from check-in to check-out was smooth, making it a very comfortable experience. I'll definitely prioritize this hotel again if I'm in the area.
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Price per night from:MYR 397
Posted onMar 25, 2026
Fengyouqileya
The hotel's location is excellent, very close to both the airport and the intercity rail station. It takes only half an hour to Shenzhen Airport and an hour to Guangzhou, making transportation incredibly convenient. The facilities are comprehensive, including a gym, though it seems unmanaged with limited equipment. Massage services are also available. The room was clean and comfortable, and the front desk staff, Nicole, provided attentive and efficient service. Overall, it was a great experience, making it an ideal choice for business travel. Highly recommended!
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Price per night from:MYR 275
Posted onMay 27, 2026
Guest UserThe room itself was great, very spacious, and the front desk upgraded us to a lake view room. It had a balcony overlooking the lake, and the bathroom had two sinks, which was very convenient. A free crib was provided for our child.
However, the dinner buffet service was, in my opinion, the absolute worst. It was a complete mess, very poorly organized, and significantly detracted from our overall stay.
First, when we entered, the two customer service staff members assigning tables were completely disorganized. The restaurant tables weren't pre-assigned; they were making seat allocations on the fly. Before letting us in, the two staff members had to confirm with each other that our table wasn't reserved.
After sitting for about 15 minutes, I stepped out to get something. When my family returned to our table, they were asked to move by a staff member who appeared to be a male manager (he wasn't wearing a suit, just a long-sleeved shirt).
When I got back to the table, I heard this male staff member telling the front desk staff that a customer was scolding him. Little did I know, he was talking about our table. My family was very confused when I returned, as they were suddenly told to move, and those other guests were standing right by our table, watching us being forced out.
Firstly, this felt incredibly bad. If the restaurant is seating guests, shouldn't they first check if someone is already sitting at that table? We had been at that table for over 15 minutes, and my family had already started eating. What does it mean for staff to bring guests and have them stand by our table? It made us feel as if we had taken their spot without permission, as if it was our fault. This experience was terrible. I never expected this kind of treatment at a five-star hotel. I thought I was in a 'cha chaan teng' (a Hong Kong-style diner) or McDonald's, with people waiting for tables.
Secondly, this was a mistake by the management team, so why should we bear the consequences? I asked the male staff member why we had to move, and he said it was the front desk staff's fault and that he had already reprimanded them. I said the arrangement was terrible, and he mentioned that the other customers had booked previously. Well, we also booked our room and dinner package! If it was a team error, they should have handled it themselves and arranged for the other customers' reservation. Why were we forced to accommodate? Why couldn't they just seat the unseated customers at another table? There were five of us, including a one-year-old baby and seniors. Didn't they consider the inconvenience moving tables would cause us? I felt a significant double standard here.
Thirdly, when we moved tables, only that manager-like male staff member helped us. Not a single other staff member came to assist. My mom was holding the baby and still had to carry her own bag to the new table. Only one staff member helped carry two plates. My sister had to carry her own plates with both hands. Since there were many dishes on the table, we had to move them ourselves. Midway, a male staff member in a short-sleeved shirt walked towards our table. I thought he was coming to help us move, but to my surprise, he was actually there to clean the table. Seeing that we hadn't finished moving, he turned and walked away. After a while, the original male staff member who asked us to move saw that we hadn't finished and finally came to help us move the remaining dishes. Honestly, the team cooperation in this restaurant felt very poor. I have never seen such terrible service in a five-star hotel.
Finally, I want to point out that from the moment we were asked to move until we finished moving, no one came to apologize to us. The blame was on the incorrect table assignment.
To be honest, we paid to go on vacation, booked a hotel room, breakfast, and dinner, and our family wanted to relax and enjoy ourselves. Little did we know, this one dinner ruined the entire stay. It was my first time being forced to move from a table at a five-star hotel with other guests standing around, and it was truly an unforgettable experience.🤣
Absolutely a bad review. Even days after checking out, I still can't forget this terrible experience, so I had to write a review!
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Price per night from:MYR 395
Posted onJun 27, 2026
linnieqOne of my client complained has strong moldy smell which is very bad
But the staff already help with change another room
When u book the room in the summer time may be need to aware of this w
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Price per night from:MYR 159
Posted onJul 14, 2025
Guest User
A great hotel!
It was fate that the Junlan Hotel, where I'd stayed before, didn't have single rooms available, so I ended up staying at this hotel much later.
Aside from the slightly dated facilities, everything else was surprisingly good. Transportation, dining, and everything else are all very conveniently located here! The breakfast was also very filling!
I highly recommend staying here again!
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Price per night from:MYR 104
Posted onAug 10, 2024|Standard Queen Room
Guest User
We are very satisfied with the hotel when it comes to what we got for the price. It was a very cheap stay, and in general the hotel satisfied our needs and expectations.
The hotel's location is good and convenient for taking a taxi to train stations and other places in Dongguan.
Service is very good. All the staff we met had a great attitude and answered all our questions patiently.
The rooms and restaurand were a bit out-dated, and the rooms had a slight smell of smoke. But it was clean and spacious.
The pool was not usable, as the water was dirty and seemed not to have been cleaned in a long time.
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Price per night from:MYR 66