Xiaohaimeirenyao
December 30, 2025
My journey started in Shantou in 2025, and I've been eyeing the UrCove Hotel. The quality and standards of Hyatt-affiliated hotels are consistently impressive. This particular location is a bit out of the way; if you want to walk to Dongguan Street or Ge Garden, it's a walk of over half an hour, so taking a taxi would be more convenient.
The hotel is relatively new, and even though the road outside was under maintenance, my room on the quieter side wasn't disturbed at all. The hotel even left two pairs of silent earplugs by the bed, which was a thoughtful touch.
Their standard room amenities are all very satisfying: the wet/dry separation in the bathroom, either a Laifen or Dyson hairdryer (depending on the room type), bathrobes, and a Nespresso machine, among others. The shower water pressure was excellent, and the water temperature stable. Besides the air conditioning being too warm, there weren't any major issues. What truly stood out was their standard bedding: the mattress, which wasn't overly soft, and the memory foam pillow were the start of my good impression of their hotel chain. I'm quite particular about beds and pillows, and overly soft mattresses in traditional five-star hotels can lead to poor sleep or even nightmares for me. So, if you have similar needs, this is a great option to consider.
While the hotel's breakfast is outsourced, both the variety and taste were excellent! There's also a Garden Teahouse breakfast spot just across the road. Although I didn't find it particularly amazing, it's convenient for early risers, as it opens at 6:30 AM.
The hotel's laundry room and gym are on the first floor, laid out as a suite. Both areas are spacious, and the equipment is comprehensive. If you leave a note with your information after putting your clothes in, an auntie or the front desk will help dry them and deliver them to your room, which is very considerate. However, unlike some other hotels, the TV doesn't show the current status of the washing/drying service, but that's a minor point.
The hotel is close to the Grand Canal. Sometimes, after dinner, we'd walk back to the hotel along the canal, which was a pleasant way to stroll and digest. The canal-side promenade is very well-developed. I'll definitely choose UrCove again on my next trip to Yangzhou; the experience was great! Please keep up the good work!
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