A Must-Stay Series That I Would Book Again: Qiwanglou Hotel, Chengde

Qiwanglou Hotel is located in the center of Chengde, adjacent to the Mountain Resort, with an excellent location. The hotel's architectural style combines traditional Chinese and modern elements, with a quiet and elegant environment. As a 3-star hotel, it attracts many Travelers with its reasonable prices and quality service. Value for money recommendation: Room prices range from CNY 300–500, with slight increases on holidays. Compared with surrounding hotels of the same standard, the price is moderate and includes breakfast, making it a good value for money. It is recommended to book 1–2 weeks in advance to enjoy more favorable prices. Soundproofing/Hygiene: The rooms have good soundproofing, and there is slight noise in the rooms facing the street, but it does not have a major impact. The overall hygiene is satisfactory, the bedding is clean and tidy, and the bathroom is disinfected daily. The cleaning of public areas is timely, and there is no obvious peculiar smell. Supplies/Facilities: The rooms are equipped with basic toiletries, electric kettle, LCD TV, and free Wi-Fi. The mattress is of medium firmness, and the pillows offer two choices of soft and firm. The bathroom has stable hot water, but the water pressure is slightly weak. Some rooms have small safes. Nearby Tourist Attraction Guide: The Mountain Resort is a 5-minute walk away. It is recommended to go in the early morning to avoid the crowds. The Chengde Museum is opposite the hotel. Free visits require advance reservations. It is a 10-minute taxi ride to the Putuo Zongcheng Temple, with tickets costing CNY 80. The best time to visit is after 3pm. There are many local restaurants on the back street of the hotel. It is recommended to try Gaidao meat and Nansha biscuits, with an average cost of about CNY 50 per person. In the evening, you can walk to the banks of the Wulie River to enjoy the night view.