Check in at a century-old Republic of China style guesthouse, a hidden gem in Guangzhou's Xiguan Old Town

Liwan District, Guangzhou | Meilie Ling · Xiguan Guesthouse
🏛️ Century-old Republic of China charm | 🎩 Blend of Chinese and Western architecture | 🌿 A peaceful retreat in the bustling city

✨Guesthouse Highlights✨
1️⃣ Legendary Century-old Architecture
Two courtyard-style buildings built during the Republic of China era, perfectly blending Chinese and Western architectural aesthetics! Spiral wooden staircase, exquisite cast iron railings—every snapshot is a masterpiece📸 Full of old Guangzhou charm~

2️⃣ Luxurious Quality Experience
• Le Labo premium toiletries🧴
• Marshall vintage speakers🎵
• Late-night bar + authentic Cantonese late-night snacks🍜
Once you stay, you won’t want to leave!

3️⃣ Excellent Location
🚶Within a 10-minute walk:
• Lychee Bay Park (free Cantonese opera performances)
• Xiguan Mansion Scenic Area
• The popular internet-famous check-in spot Yongqingfang

🎭 Must-visit nearby spots:
🌳 Lychee Bay Park
The top citywalk destination! Free Cantonese opera performances on the grand stage from 2-4 PM🎭 Lywan Museum and Renwei Ancestral Temple are also inside the park, making it super convenient for one-stop visits~

🏛️ Shamian Island
Guangzhou’s little Europe! A fairy-tale world in a century-old concession area✨
Must-see:
• Shamian Sacred Heart Cathedral⛪
• Guangzhou Perfume and Spice Museum👃
• Baietan Art Center🎨

📷 Photo tips:
The spiral staircase, iron railings, and vintage long table book bar inside the guesthouse are perfect photo spots! Wearing a qipao or modern Chinese-style outfit is highly recommended~

💤 Accommodation Experience:
Rooms are super quiet🤫 with very comfortable bedding
Fall asleep to the sounds of insects in the old town at night
Wake up gently to the sunlight during the day
This is the true staycation experience!

💰 Room rates: 500-1200 RMB/night (varies on holidays)

Post by Hazel.Simmons^29 | Oct 24, 2025

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