Hotels with Pools in Datong

"This is a wonderful hotel to stay for a weekend. It’s location is very close to the Ancient Town and the City Centre. There are wonderful restaurants and coffee shops within a 500m radius. Some of the rooms are due for some restoration, but I would definitely recommend this hotel for a weekend trip. P.S. the bath tub is wonderful after a long trip!"

"This is my review of the Datong Yungang Grand Hotel, newly built in 2022 and ranking among the top ten in Datong. Here's my experience: First, the pros: The room size met expectations, especially the king-size bed which was a generous 2.2 meters – I really liked that. The decor is European style, with a color scheme conducive to relaxation and appropriate lighting. Plus, it features Xiaomi's smart home system. Now for the cons: It started with the front desk. It was often impossible to get through on the phone. I had noted my requests when booking and communicated with the hotel in advance, but when I checked in, the front desk informed me they couldn't accommodate my requests. I feel they could have notified me of this beforehand. As a high-end hotel, the overall service quality is simply substandard. The person who checked me in was even a manager, yet showed no apology throughout and was incredibly arrogant, clearly not prioritizing the guest's experience. Next, food delivery: I ordered takeout because it was late when I checked in. While I understand that high-end hotels might not allow delivery drivers to bring food to the room, couldn't they arrange for a delivery robot or staff member to deliver it? I had to rush out to collect my food after showering, which completely goes against the standard of a high-end hotel. Then, the breakfast arrangement: The layout and food items were severely disorganized and chaotic. It clearly wasn't professionally arranged, making the entire breakfast experience very messy. Finally, issues within the room: The amenities provided were very basic and completely mismatched with the hotel's caliber. The toilet was an old model, not a smart one. What puzzled me most was that the toilet seat wasn't a standard size, so my disposable toilet covers didn't fit, and the hotel didn't provide any matching ones. This was incredibly frustrating and hard to comprehend. Also, as shown in my picture of the bathroom, the toiletries were extremely basic and very sparse, only enough for two showers for one person, and the product quality was mediocre. The same issue applied to the bathtub; I think the hotel should provide disposable tub liners and bath products. Overall, this stay did not live up to the hotel's supposed standard. I hope they improve promptly!"

"You truly appreciate the difference when you have something to compare it to. I first stayed at Datong Hotel thirty years ago, so naturally, it was my top choice for this visit to Datong. Let's start with the 'positives'. For my first night, I chose the VIP building, thinking that with the country's rapid development, hotel accommodations must have advanced significantly. The promotional materials also touted its spacious and new rooms. However, upon checking in, I felt it wasn't worth the price. The front desk clearly had better rooms available but was unwilling to offer them without an additional charge for these 'so-called' superior rooms. It makes me wonder if the front desk staff has ever stayed in a four-star hotel or above. The VIP building's only real 'plus' was its larger space; otherwise, nothing felt particularly impressive. In the VIP building, the bathroom fixtures were broken, the walls didn't appear thoroughly scrubbed, and the carpet was dirty. This judgment was drawn from a direct comparison. Dissatisfied with the VIP building, I decisively checked out and opted for the old building, where I had stayed three decades ago. I was touched by the elderly gentleman at the front desk even before seeing the room. Upon checking in, I discovered that apart from the room size being smaller than in the VIP building, everything else was equally good, if not better. The elderly gentleman at check-in introduced the amenities along the way – his service was truly commendable, and I plan to get his name for a special mention in a future review. The old building's walls were freshly painted, and the carpet was notably cleaner than in the VIP building. The toiletries also felt superior to those in the VIP building. The headboard cushions were clean and tidy, and the curtains were elegantly neat and clean. Suggestions for the old building: The TV is quite old; replacing it shouldn't be too expensive. Attention to detail is crucial: the faucet handles, though old, have a noble appearance. The only imperfection is the missing small cap on the handle – a small blemish on an otherwise noble piece. The bathtub drain was malfunctioning. The shower curtain could be raised slightly higher. Since there are paintings, their frames should be clean and clear. The small cap on the toilet seat was also missing. Most importantly, the bathroom floor was quite slippery; measures should be taken to prevent guests from falling. Additionally, the old building's self-promotion is lacking. Enlarged photos of renowned figures who once stayed here should be displayed prominently. No other hotel in Datong boasts such an honor, and that's precisely your unique selling point."

"我最近入住了這家酒店，整體體驗非常滿意。酒店位置優越，靠近市中心，出行非常方便。房間乾淨整潔，設施齊全，床鋪舒適，讓人一夜好眠。 酒店的服務人員態度友好，熱情周到，隨時準備幫助客人解決問題。早餐豐富多樣，口味不錯，讓人一天都充滿活力。 總的來説，這家酒店無論是位置、設施還是服務，都表現得非常出色。我強烈推薦這家酒店，並會再次選擇入住。"

"First, let's conclude: Datong and the best homestays around, compared with other accommodations with similar prices, the difference between Yunni. Staying on the fifth day of the first day, this time is the off-season in the mountains, and the city is the peak season. Because I am afraid that there are many people, I choose to avoid it in the mountains. All the objects in the room, furniture, are at the top level, from the bed that looks worth thousands of gold, to its easy teapot, adequate heating, two water heaters, we used all the items and equipment in the room, hardware, impeccable. Of course, if it is only hardware, it is not enough for me to write good reviews. I ordered the food with the boss in advance that night. The chef's level was far above the average level in Shanxi. It was someone who had requirements for their own dishes. After arriving in the room, we started to eat and started setting off fireworks outside. As the only guest in the hotel at that time, we were really spoiled!"