The Most Beautiful Nightlife in Southern Xinjiang - Hetian

Discovered this gem hotel by chance during a business trip to Hetian, Xinjiang! Right next to the night market, you can enjoy the night market freely without taking a taxi🌃

📍Perfect Location
Chuanyi Hotel is just a 3-minute walk from Hetian Night Market. Craving a late-night snack at 10 PM? Just slip on your slippers and stroll over! There’s a bus stop right at the hotel entrance. It’s a 15-minute taxi ride to Yulongkashi River and 20 minutes to Tuancheng Scenic Area. The front desk even provides a hand-drawn map of the surroundings🧭

🍢Night Market Guide
• Must-try: Grilled eggs (sprinkled with cumin is a game-changer), Hetian jujubes with yogurt, red willow skewers
• Hidden gem: Ask the vendor to hollow out a watermelon and fill it with yogurt for a super photogenic treat
• Best time: The atmosphere peaks after 9 PM, but remember to bring cash

🏨Room Highlights
• Smart toilet in a separate wet-dry bathroom (a lifesaver in the desert)
• Humidifier + oxygen supply (perfect for visitors from southern China)
• Uyghur-style carved window seat by the window—snap a pic and instantly transform into a Silk Road princess👑

📸Photo Spots
1️⃣ Rooftop view of the night market + sunset (around 9:30 PM in July-August)
2️⃣ Atlas silk backdrop wall in the lobby (the lighting is super flattering)
3️⃣ Light and shadow through the carved window grilles (best shot around 10 AM)

💡Pro Tips
• Request a high-floor room in advance for better views
• Free parking is a bonus for road-trippers
• Don’t miss the rose jam naan at the hotel breakfast!

🚗Nearby Attractions
• 10 minutes to Hetian Jade Bazaar (remember to haggle!)
• 30 minutes to the Ancient Walnut King Tree (a 1,500-year-old tree that’s awe-inspiring)
• Charter a car to the Desert Highway (ask the hotel to arrange a reliable driver)

⚠️Heads Up
• Big temperature swings! Pack a light jacket even in summer
• Some night market stalls only accept cash
• Hotel offers airport transfers (30% cheaper than taxis)

In short, this hotel perfectly blends convenience with ethnic charm, making it ideal for foodies looking to deeply experience Hetian’s local culture~