Yinian Siji Theme Inn (Zhangjiajie National Forest Park)

This is not the fanciest hotel, it’s a nice, simple boutique hotel in a great location. The service provided by the staff is amazing. I’ve stayed here twice and both times, I can only give the staff praise. They remembered me after 5 years. They helped us plan all our excursions in detail. They helped us book tickets through local apps and made sure we knew how to make the best of our tickets. They gave us advice and guidance. They sent us locations for restaurants. They helped with a driver that tried to overcharge us. They helped us via WeChat when we were a little lost at the Grand Canyon. When you come back from a long, hot day of hiking they ask you how your day was, banter with you and give you cold water and freshly cut watermelon. Every time you walk past reception they are doing something like this for a guest. If I ever come back to Wulingyuan for a third time, I will definitely stay here, again!