Inns in Sichuan, China

Discovering this Zen-inspired hotel nestled in the vibrant heart of Wenshu Monastery area was truly the most delightful surprise of my Chengdu trip! Stepping into the courtyard, I was immediately soothed by the grey tiles, white walls, dry landscape garden, and rustic wooden decor. The 'Buddhist Affinity' screen in the lobby and the Four-Faced Buddha statues exuded a tranquil Zen charm, and even the staff's 'Namaste' greetings were incredibly gentle. The room featured a Chinese Zen design with solid wood furniture and a tea set by the window. The bedding was so soft that I slept soundly all night, and from the balcony, I could catch glimpses of the traditional Western Sichuan folk houses in the alleyways. The location is absolutely perfect; it's a 5-minute walk to Wenshu Monastery subway station, surrounded by hot pot restaurants and snack stalls, and just a 10-minute taxi ride to Chunxi Road. Although the breakfast was simple, it was exquisite, offering vegetarian dishes alongside Western pastries, and even the freshly ground coffee was rich and fragrant. The staff also proactively recommended authentic local eateries and hidden gems. To find such a tranquil and conveniently located retreat in the midst of the bustling city, offering both serene Zen ambiance and easy access to urban life, is incredible value for money. I will definitely stay here again on my next visit to Chengdu!

I stayed here for three days, and every staff member and the owner remembered all my preferences and tastes, showing incredible attention to detail. All the rooms were clean, tidy, and cozy, feeling just like home. I felt so comfortable and welcome, and they even provided a lot of support and insights for outdoor activities. My three-day stay here was truly wonderful. I'll definitely be back and will recommend it to my friends. The place has a lively, authentic atmosphere, with plenty of people around in the evenings. I highly recommend it! If you're visiting Siguniang Mountain, this is a great spot to stay and dine – definitely worth checking out and saving. As a casual visitor, I can tell the owner has been running this place for many years with great dedication, making all the establishments feel so warm and comfortable.

We are European tourists and already travelling for more than 50 days in the south part of China. Well, of all the good hotels or homestays we have been, this was the first time that we had a front desk person (Sherry) that spoke good English!!! Arrived at the busstation of Danba, we felt a bit lost and so we decided to phone the homestay knowing already that it would be useless as nobody would speak English... and big surprise!!! The woman answered in good English!!! WOW. She immediately organized a taxi to pick us up. When we arrived the staff took our luggage out of the taxi and took it up the stairs to our room. The homestay was very cosy with an stunning view (not far from viewpoint n.1 but with a much better completely amazing view). The rooms had outside on the balcony a table and a cosy sofa seating corner, protected from sun and rain where you could have soothe calm time while enjoying the beautiful sight; you see the whole mountainside and even the river! As Sherry travels a lot herself, she really knows what are the needs for her customers. She was so helpful with everything for us and she gave us much useful information for our next long itinerary. In the open lobby outside (a nice terras with a roof), there are several maps and we even changed our future route. Sitting on the sofas at the terras, the reception girls offered us tea and cookies and we even had a nice chat with English speaking people from Macao. 😊 The rooms, bed and bathroom are confortable and top clean with AC. As of the normal soap, shampoo and hairconditioner there was even bodylotion and disinfectant spray. There are 3 washing machines and a big place to dry your laundry. Just nearby there is a good restaurant and a little shop. In the night there is no noise. As Sherry was so kind, interesting and helpful, we even invited her to France. Hopefully we can see one day again! My husband and me were so happy to have chosen this homestay!

The paid parking lot provided by the B&B is about a ten-minute walk from the B&B. The walk up a slope, down stairs, and the uneven stone path aren't ideal for carrying luggage. I requested to make the bed in advance during booking, but it wasn't made upon arrival. The waiter said the owner hadn't told me otherwise. The tatami bed was very hard. No mattress or quilt was provided, just a thin layer of cushioning. I tried it, but it was too hard to sleep on. I asked the waiter to add an extra quilt, which was enough to get me through the night. Suggestion: Buying a removable mattress is inexpensive. If the cost is too high, the room can be sold at a higher price, but don't let people sleep poorly. The upper half of the room door is carved with openwork, but there are no curtains inside. It faces the tatami bed on the first floor, and the glare in the morning makes it difficult to sleep.

The hotel is in the great location and you feel like you moved in time. Room is clean and shower works well. Beautiful courtyard downstairs. Breakfast let us down. There was no fresh orange juice or average food. The room can get hot even with air conditioner on. I did not find it as an issue but if you plan to arrive in August or June it could be a problem. There is a cosy wibe in this place and we would come back. Price is excellent.

I found this to be a very good ******* homestay. First of all, the scenery is very good, like living in the clouds. The design and decoration of the homestay are very tasteful. The house decoration is practical and clean. The owner and staff have a very good service attitude, especially the owner is very enthusiastic. As soon as our car arrived, the owner took the initiative to come out to greet us and help with the luggage.

A truly satisfying stay, highly recommended! The hotel isn't very large, but it's a charming Tibetan-style courtyard, tucked away from the main street, making it incredibly quiet. The room was spacious, equipped with both underfloor heating and air conditioning, and was spotlessly clean and tidy. They even thoughtfully provided a foot-soaking tub. The owner was wonderful, so enthusiastic about picking us up, dropping us off, recommending restaurants, booking show tickets, and arranging transportation. We even spent an evening chatting over tea in the tea room, which was so cozy. I absolutely adored the two hotel cats; petting them was incredibly relaxing. This was definitely a wise choice for our two-day trip to Jiuzhaigou!

The entire courtyard is quiet and tastefully decorated. The room is a family-friendly one, located in the inner courtyard. The ambiance is excellent. The sofa area is separated from the bedroom. While not very spacious, it's comfortable and clean, with good air conditioning. The service was very friendly, including welcome fruit. They answered all questions, also known as ”Bi Lai.” The room also has its own cafe, and the Bingmei 15 is quite good. The downsides are that the water pressure from the electric water heater isn't very strong, and the mattress on the 1.5-meter king-size bed is a bit firm, but the 1.2-meter bed is fine.

The tearoom's decor is incredibly tasteful, with vibrant plants, exquisite tea sets, and soft lighting. It's such a relaxing and stress-relieving place to be! As soon as you walk in, you feel at ease. The greenery, decorations, and tea sets are all carefully chosen, and the tearoom has excellent natural light. You could easily spend an entire afternoon here without getting bored.

The room was clean and tidy, with all the amenities. Although a bit dated, the inn's decor was cozy, just the way I like it. The owner, along with her son, met us at the parking lot and helped with our luggage, which was very much appreciated. The inn is very close to the main attractions of the ancient town, just a few minutes' walk away. We stayed on the second floor, where there was a dedicated tea area, and our family had a very enjoyable Dragon Boat Festival. It's a shame they're closing after October this year. I wish the owner a happy and carefree life ahead!