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0.97km from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
The Changtai Taoyuan Secret Resort B&B provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. Visitors to Zhangzhou will find that the Changtai Taoyuan Secret Resort B&B is a fantastic accommodation choice. Traveling to the hotel is easy with Zhangzhou East Railway Station located approximately 13km away and Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport roughly 47km away. This hotel is located near many of Zhangzhou's attractions including Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area, Xia Guang Shooting Club and Changtai Drifting. When guests have some time on their hands they can make use of the onsite facilities. This Zhangzhou hotel features parking on site. According to our trusted guests, the facilities at this hotel are first-rate.
Outstanding
3 reviews
9.5/10
Price from
PHP 2,753
per night
2.24km from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
Opened in 2022, the Shanye B&B (Jianfashanwaishan Branch) offers travelers a pleasant stay in Zhangzhou, whether for business or leisure purposes. Zhangzhou East Railway Station is located approximately 17km away while Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is 42km away. There is no shortage of things to see in the area, with the Changtai Cuckoo Cuckoo, Jianfa Luyuechuan Children's Paradise and Jianfa Shanwaishan Hot Spring Park all nearby. In their spare time, guests can explore the hotel's surroundings. Guests of this Zhangzhou hotel can make use of the parking facilities. According to our guests, the location of this hotel is one of the best around. This hotel is a popular accommodation for guests traveling with families.
Outstanding
142 reviews
9.4/10
Price from
PHP 1,949
per night
4.72km from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
The setting and layout of the room are very user-friendly, the details are very good, and there is not much to say about hygiene. The housekeeper actually built a service group the day before check-in. If there is any problem, he will give answers in time. This is very safe. We will be very enthusiastic to introduce the facilities and equipment of the room. Use and precautions, very intimate, there are fruits and drinks, and sweet soup will be sent as a supper in the evening, I love it.
Excellent
130 reviews
9.6/10
Price from
PHP 7,454
per night
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8.97km from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
onlyone The environment is absolutely perfect, the flowers and plants are lush like a fairy tale world, and the hot spring pool is surrounded by green plants. Surrounded by green trees, the surrounding natural environment is quiet and pleasant. At night, I fell asleep with insects, a good dream for a night, and the experience was excellent. The surrounding natural environment is quiet and pleasant, and the building and landscape are harmonious. The room has a wide view, you can see the lake and mountains, quiet and healing, and you must relax completely in this beautiful scenery.
97 reviews
8.6/10
Price from
PHP 4,450
per night
9.78km from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
The Chang Tai Long Guesthouse is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Chang Tai Long Guesthouse is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Zhangzhou. Zhangzhou East Railway Station and Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport are located 26km and 48km away respectively. This hotel is located near many of Zhangzhou's attractions including LongrenGuqin Cultural Village, China, Fujian Tianzhu Mountain Happy World and Tianzhu Mountain Forest Animal Kingdom. In their spare time, guests can explore the hotel's surroundings. For those driving themselves, parking is provided on site. Guests tell us the location of this hotel is fantastic.
22 reviews
8.8/10
Price from
PHP 36,541
per night
10.33km from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
The Pukou Business Hotel, Zhangzhou was recently renovated in 2024, making it a fantastic choice for those staying in Zhangzhou. With Zhangzhou East Railway Station just 4km away and Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport only 59km away, transportation is very convenient. There is no shortage of things to see in the area, with the ONLYONE Hot Spring Resort, Yundong Cave and Region of Rivers and Lakes in Southern Fuji all nearby. In their spare time, guests can explore the hotel's surroundings. For those driving themselves, parking is provided on site. According to our trusted guests, the facilities at this hotel are first-rate. This hotel is the usual choice for a large number of business travelers.
Good
455 reviews
9.1/10
Price from
PHP 1,445
per night
11.07km from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
The Changtailang Xiyuan Resort Hotel provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The Changtailang Xiyuan Resort Hotel is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Zhangzhou. The hotel is located approximately 28km from Zhangzhou East Railway Station and 52km from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. This hotel is located near many of Zhangzhou's attractions including LongrenGuqin Cultural Village, China, Dream Valley Scenic Area and Ten Miles Blue Mountain. In their spare time, guests can explore the hotel's surroundings. For those driving themselves, parking is provided on site.
37 reviews
8.8/10
Price from
PHP 3,800
per night
Lantian Development Zone | 13.23km from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
This trip to choose to stay at the hotel is really the most correct decision! From stepping into the lobby, I felt the warm welcome of the staff. The smile service was super warm throughout the whole process~ The room gave us a surprise: the sound insulation effect was amazing! The corridor is laid with cushioned carpets, and the sound of footsteps is not heard at night. Plus the double-layer soundproof glass windows, a good night's sleep is not too comfortable, the sanitary details are impeccable, and the location is a plus! 5 minutes walk to the lively business district, convenience stores, night market stalls near the living community, hotel staff not only took the initiative to help carry luggage, but also recommended the surrounding food intimately, this feeling of ”being taken care of” is great! Whether it is a business trip or a family trip, it can take into account comfort and convenience! Highly recommended to friends who pursue a high-quality accommodation experience, will definitely choose here next time!
Outstanding
809 reviews
9.5/10
Price from
PHP 1,405
per night
14.2km from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
The Shili Mingyue Resort Hotel is a great choice for guests looking for accommodation in Zhangzhou, having been recently opened in 2022. Xiamen North Railway Station is located approximately 20km away while Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport is 31km away. This hotel is located near many of Zhangzhou's attractions including Macchiato Flower Sea, Xiamen Blue Sky Paragliding Base and Ten Miles Blue Mountain. At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. For those driving themselves, parking is provided on site. Our guests consider this hotel to have excellent service. This hotel is particularly popular with those traveling with families.
Perfect
104 reviews
9.8/10
Price from
PHP 3,825
per night
14.24km from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
The Zhujin Zhu Mountain Villa is a great choice for guests looking for accommodation in Zhangzhou, having been recently opened in 2022. With Zhangzhou Railway Station just 7km away and Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport only 52km away, transportation is very convenient. With multiple attractions nearby including Longjiangsong Sceneic Area, Zhangzhou Yundongyan Scenic Area - Viewing Platform and Longwen Tower, guests will find plenty to keep themselves occupied. In their spare time, guests can explore the hotel's surroundings. This Zhangzhou hotel features parking on site. If you are looking for a convenient place to stay, our guests have told us that this location is excellent.
23 reviews
8.6/10
Price from
PHP 2,753
per night
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699 reviewJI Hotel (Zhangzhou Changtai)
Changtai District, Zhangzhou | 0.77KM from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
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9.2/10
514 reviewPoltton Century Hotel (Changtai Taoli Chunfeng Branch)
Changtai District, Zhangzhou | 2.17KM from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
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4 reviewZhangzhou Changtai Shangpin Xiaoqi Homestay
Changtai District, Zhangzhou | 1.51KM from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
"Good Location"
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8.0/10
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Changtai District, Zhangzhou | 1.39KM from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
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Changtai District, Zhangzhou | 1.23KM from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
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Changtai District, Zhangzhou | 4.31KM from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
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Changtai District, Zhangzhou | 4.14KM from Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area
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10.0/10
Perfect
EEnzo PaulThe hotel is located in a village about 15 minutes drive from Nanmen bay. First we were concerned because the village didn't look like a ”tourist friendly” place. But when we had arrived, all our concerns disappeared. The place is very quiet and chill unlike the hussle and bussle of hotels near the beach.
The hotel is a renovated traditional Chinese house. All facilities are new, clean and made with a good taste and attention to the details. What you definitely don't expect to find in the old Chinese village is an electronic toilet that greets you by opening the lid when you coming into the bathroom. 😁
The room was clean, smelled very good and the linings and towels were superb 5 stars level quality.
The breakfast is simple (Chinese traditional) but fulfilling and tasty.
There are complimentary coffee drip bags in each room and also a coffee machine in the bar area.
The owner of this hotel is a professional traveler. He told us a lot about his trips all over the China and abroad and showed his photo works. He also designed ans made some furniture in the hotel by himself.
I helped him to take some photos for the hotel which you can find below 👇 Absolutely recommend this place for staying!
9.6/10
Excellent
GGuest UserWe stayed on the 3rd floor in a family suit with 5 people - two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, spacious. Excellent location to explore Yunshuiyao and visit both Hakka houses Huaiyuanlou and Heguilou along the river within walking distance. Excellent service - free afternoon tea and fruits in the evening. Restaurant also is very good. Reception helped us with the car for to visit Tianluokeng cluster.
Huasao·1949 Designer Parent-Child Vacation Type Smart Homestay (Nanjing Yunshuiyao Waterwheel Store）
Yunshuiyao Ancient Town, Nanjing
Price per night from:PHP 2,858
9.6/10
Excellent
DDarylAs it wasn't a busy time and we were staying for a whole week, on check they upgraded us to the Wooden Loft Family Room, which was quite nice. The room was comfortable with big windows and a nice view across the stream to the forest. It was great to have a washing machine and the washing machine had a dryer function as well so we could still dry our clothes when it was cloudy and cool. The smart toilet was a bit disappointing as the controller wasn't very responsive and the flush was very weak. The tub was nice though the water was not quite hot enough to make it comfortable. Most of all we enjoyed the courtyard area and the breakfast/restaurant area, especially the tea room. They are really well designed and organized and provide a nice space to relax and read and write. The breakfast was quite nice, they provide a serving size based on the number of people, though it was often not enough for us and we normally asked for another serving. They also brought a fruit and yogurt platter to the room in evenings which we also enjoyed. The location is convenient to walk down to the Yuchanglou Tulou in Xiabancun, though part of the way will be on the main road which can be busy with traffic. To get to other areas such as Tianluokeng and Taxiacun it is also possible to walk, though again sometimes you have to walk on the main road as there is no walking path or small side road. There is a tourist bus service that goes between the scenic spots and you can even flag them down in between though you are supposed to have purchased a transportation ticket first and that is not striaghtforward to get if you didn't get it in advance. So, most guests come with their own car or rent one. If arriving by train, while trip.com shows the Yongding and Longshan railway stations as the closest, actually the quickest and most convenient station is the one at Nanjing. Also, because the hotel is within the scenic area you do need to purchase tickets to enter, either online tickets or paper tickets at the gate.
Nanjing Tulou cultural center · 1949 Resort
Taxia Tulou Scenic Area, Nanjing
Price per night from:PHP 3,362
9.6/10
Excellent
GGuest UserStaying at ”Nanjing Tulou Yunlai Mountain Villa”, the beautiful boss was very enthusiastic, and also upgraded the room, and told us the best route to visit the attractions. What made me feel the deepest was the boss's enthusiasm. Although breakfast, lunch and dinner are home-cooked dishes, they taste very good, and the ingredients are all green foods. The most commendable thing is that I do not slaughter guests. In addition, the villa is the closest to the four dishes and one soup attraction, and it is also the highest mountain view. It is very convenient to take night views at night. The most important thing is that it is especially convenient for self-driving parking. There are plenty of free parking spaces. It is worth recommending to everyone.
9.6/10
Excellent
GGuest UserWhat an amazing experience to live in the “chopsticks” buildings of the four dishes and one soup! This was a small and beautiful village and the family who ran the inn helped us carry our luggage up to the inn and later down to the inn. When we arrived they cooked a dinner which was reasonable in price based on a local menu. And then during dinner, they told us that one of the family members will be running a free tour of the Tulous of four dishes one soup for us in which they explained the history of the building of the tulous, especially the oval shaped tulou. Our guide was very funny with his stories (he spoke in Chinese) and it was a lovely time seeing the artists and candy makers in the Tulous. I would highly recommend this place. We did have to bring our own towels (or at least we brought our own and they didn’t supply one), so maybe best to check.
9.6/10
Excellent
GGuest UserI came to Yunshuiyao to play, and I really like the scenery here. I especially like their design and greening. Whenever I come to the south, I ask him to stay here for a night every time. The proprietress is very friendly, and the tea she brews is very fragrant. The coffee is also very fragrant. The overall environment is very healing. I came from Jiangsu. I plan to bring my good friends and my family to play again during the summer vacation, and I will choose their home to stay. Thank you. I love you so much.
9.6/10
Excellent
GGuest UserFacilities: Overall, the facilities are relatively new.
Hygiene: Clean and tidy.
Environment: Quiet and comfortable, convenient transportation and parking.
Service: The service is very good, very considerate and thoughtful, and there are recommendations for delicious and fun things to do.
Atour Hotel (Old Town of Zhangzhou, Jiulong Avenue)
The Old Town of Zhangzhou, Zhangzhou
Price per night from:PHP 2,842
9.4/10
Outstanding
SSilinggeneralThe girl at the front desk was very warm and thoughtful, and she would help us solve the problem in time if there were questions and answers, and give her a thumbs up 👍.
The hotel's hardware facilities are almost, the USB charging interface is not available, the sink drain connection is not closed, and the hand water comes out, making the sewage overflow, and the shower room is very inconvenient without putting things.
The decoration of the hotel is not much for a long time. The key is management. There are a lot of dirt on the tiles on the bathroom wall. I can wipe it clean with wet paper towels. No one pays attention to this. So the key is whether the management staff really pays attention to it.
I found a squat, it is estimated that the sewer is coming.
9.2/10
Very Good
GGuest UserI can’t say I’m a frequent guest of this hotel, but I’ve been coming to it for the past 3 years at least once a year. I have to say that I am a bit disappointed with the service. When I arrived at the hotel, I was very hungry, they used to have a menu for the room service in the room, now it was gone, I had to call them to ask someone to bring the menu to the room. I ordered the food at 10pm, at that time, the selection of items was very limited. Luckily my Chinese is good enough to get by, because almost nobody spoke English there. I understand it’s not mandatory to have a full English speaking staff, but I think at least one person per shift should be able to speak some English in case someone needs it.
Another point that needs improvement was the gym. Objects were unorganized, it looked abandoned.
Besides all of this, when I come back, I might give this hotel another chance, the rooms are clean, the location is good and I am usually someone who’s loyal to brands.
9.2/10
Very Good
GGuest UserIt was most unusual that we had to pay in advance CNY1,000 when we checked in for only 1 night. Our room rate was CNY427. The following morning when we checked out, the CNY1,000 was refunded immediately and then we paid the actual bill.
The lobby, elevator and room were clean and nice. Huge bathtub, spacious room.
As our group of 8 checked in late, we had buffet dinner in the hotel. Most of the food dishes were almost empty but the staff were helpful in specially preparing dishes for us. The seafood was fresh but the steak and the other meat dishes of pork, chicken, etc were tough and inedible.
Frequently asked questions
Which hotels near Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area are the most popular?
JI Hotel (Zhangzhou Changtai),Poltton Century Hotel (Changtai Taoli Chunfeng Branch) and Zhangzhou Changtai Shangpin Xiaoqi Homestay are the most popular hotels.
What luxury hotels are near Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area?
Zhangzhou Longjia Hotel is the best luxury hotel.
What's the average price of hotels near Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area this weekend?
According to Trip.com data, the average price for a one-night stay at a hotel near Zhangzhou Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area this weekend is PHP 8,537. Please note that prices fluctuate frequently, so the above price is for reference only.
What hotels near Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area offer breakfast?
A perfect breakfast gives you energy for the day. If you want to stay at a hotel near Zhangzhou Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area with a high-quality breakfast, you can consider staying JI Hotel (Zhangzhou Changtai),Poltton Century Hotel (Changtai Taoli Chunfeng Branch) and Shanyu Shine·Designer Pool Party Holiday Villa (Changtai Rafting Branch) .These hotels are very popular, so book early.
What's the average price per night of hotels near Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area?
According to Trip.com data, the average price for a one-night stay at a hotel near Zhangzhou Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area is PHP 3,175. Please note that prices fluctuate frequently, so the above price is for reference only.
Which hotels near Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area have free Wi-Fi?
Hotel internet access is especially important for independent travelers and business travelers. JI Hotel (Zhangzhou Changtai),Poltton Century Hotel (Changtai Taoli Chunfeng Branch) and O.live Social Hotel (Zhangzhou Changtai Kaiyue Square) are popular hotels with free Wi-Fi.
Which hotels near Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area have gyms?
In recent years, public awareness for body health has increased, so many hotels have fitness rooms. JI Hotel (Zhangzhou Changtai),Changtaiting Yeqishan B&B and O.live Social Hotel (Zhangzhou Changtai Kaiyue Square) are popular hotels with a fitness room.
Which popular hotels near Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area have parking?
If you're planning a road trip to Zhangzhou and Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area, consider staying at JI Hotel (Zhangzhou Changtai),Bolton International Apartment Hotel (Changtai Mayangxi Branch) and QITO Vacation Villa . These are popular hotels with parking lots.
What hotels are recommended near Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area?
If you're having trouble choosing a hotel, you might want to consider staying at JI Hotel (Zhangzhou Changtai),Poltton Century Hotel (Changtai Taoli Chunfeng Branch) and Zhangzhou Changtai Shangpin Xiaoqi Homestay . These hotels are highly rated, so you should book early.
Which popular hotels near Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area have pools?
Many people travel to Zhangzhou Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area for a family road trip during the summer or long holidays. Mountain Time Leisure Homestay, Changtai District, Zhangzhou, Fujian, China and Shanyu Shine·Designer Pool Party Holiday Villa (Changtai Rafting Branch) are popular hotels with pools where you can relax and enjoy the summer vibe.
Which hotels near Mayang Creek Ecological Tourist Area are family-friendly?
JI Hotel (Zhangzhou Changtai),Zhangzhou Changtai Cuixi Mountain Villa Holiday Villa and Mountain Time Leisure Homestay are popular family-friendly hotels.
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| Highest Price | PHP 72,107 |
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| Number of Reviews | 8,546 |
| Total Properties | 116 |
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