Dalezhino Cicheng Ancient Town: A Zen-inspired B&B hidden in the ancient town's streets and alleys.

Dalezhino Cicheng Ancient Town, Cicheng Ancient Town, Jiangbei District, Ningbo.
Dalezhino Cicheng is located on Minquan Road, Cicheng Ancient Town, Jiangbei District, Ningbo City, Zhejiang, adjacent to the core area of Cicheng Ancient County, and just a short walk from Cicheng West Metro Station. It is backed by lush green mountains and faces bluestone slab streets and alleys, imbued with the thousand-year-old cultural heritage of the ancient town while enjoying a unique secluded tranquility. Opening the window in the morning, one can see horse-head walls shrouded in mist and distant layered eaves; as night falls, lanterns light up one by one, as if traveling back to the Tang and Song dynasties.
The B&B is based on "white walls, dark tiles, and natural wood tones," blending Japanese minimalism with the warmth of Jiangnan residences. The complex is composed of multiple independent houses, featuring traditional mortise-and-tenon structures with upturned eaves, and large floor-to-ceiling windows that introduce natural light and cloud reflections, blurring the boundaries between indoors and nature. In the courtyard, dry landscape rock gardens, bamboo fences, and mosses are artfully arranged, with every corner offering a picturesque view.
The hotel has only 19 guest rooms but occupies nearly 1000 square meters of space, ensuring the privacy and comfort of each room. The rooms are mainly furnished with solid wood furniture, complemented by plain white tones and natural wood floors. Large floor-to-ceiling windows bring views of courtyard bamboo shadows and distant clear skies into sight. Underfloor heating, a fresh air system, handmade pottery tea sets, custom mattresses with plain linen bedding, and natural plant-based brand amenities balance aesthetics with comfort.
Ye You Shi Restaurant: Adheres to the principle of "daily procurement, seasonal customization," recommending bamboo shoot chicken soup and Cicheng rice cake stir-fried with local yellow beef. Ye You Ka Cafe: Features a special "Osmanthus Latte" made with Ningbo's autumn osmanthus, paired with handmade Cicheng mung bean cakes, making an afternoon tea by the window particularly pleasant. Breakfast is semi-buffet style, offering authentic snacks such as freshly cooked Ningbo tangyuan, handmade rice cakes, and fermented glutinous rice balls.
The B&B is based on "white walls, dark tiles, and natural wood tones," blending Japanese minimalism with the warmth of Jiangnan residences. The complex is composed of multiple independent houses, featuring traditional mortise-and-tenon structures with upturned eaves, and large floor-to-ceiling windows that introduce natural light and cloud reflections, blurring the boundaries between indoors and nature. In the courtyard, dry landscape rock gardens, bamboo fences, and mosses are artfully arranged, with every corner offering a picturesque view.
Ye You Shi Restaurant: Adheres to the principle of "daily procurement, seasonal customization," recommending bamboo shoot chicken soup and Cicheng rice cake stir-fried with local yellow beef. Ye You Ka Cafe: Features a special "Osmanthus Latte" made with Ningbo's autumn osmanthus, paired with handmade Cicheng mung bean cakes, making an afternoon tea by the window particularly pleasant. Breakfast is semi-buffet style, offering authentic snacks such as freshly cooked Ningbo tangyuan, handmade rice cakes, and fermented glutinous rice balls.

Post by Harris Benjamin)19 | Oct 22, 2025