This is the Xiangyang City guarded by Guo Jing and Huang Rong in Jin Yong's novels. I regret not coming here earlier.
by William Perry Sophia
Sep 16, 2024
Went to Xiangyang with friends this time and found a hotel we were super satisfied with! Xiangyang Huacheng International Hotel (Xiangyang Walmart Minfa Plaza Branch) can be called the king of cost performance, with stunning light luxury style decor and very attentive service~
🏨 Location Advantage
Right next to Xiangyang Walmart Minfa Plaza, just downstairs is the shopping district, super convenient for shopping and dining! Only a few kilometers from Xiangyang East Station, about a 20-minute taxi ride, and 35 minutes from the airport, an excellent location.
💎 Stay Experience
The room is decorated in a simple light luxury style. The room I stayed in had an extra-large floor-to-ceiling window, offering a beautiful night view of Xiangyang city~ The bedding is super comfortable, and the whole room setup is very cozy, making it very relaxing to stay in. The bathroom is spacious and very clean, with no yellow stains or anything like that, and it comes with a full set of toiletries. The biggest surprise was the included buffet breakfast, which was rich in variety and delicious, featuring local specialty foods!
✨ Service Highlights
The front desk ladies have a particularly good attitude, and every staff member I met greeted warmly. Free luggage storage is available, and any needs are met promptly, making you feel very warm and welcome.
📸 Nearby Attractions and Fun
• 5-minute walk to Walmart Mall, one-stop solution for various dining and shopping
• 15-minute taxi ride to Tangcheng Film Base, a perfect spot for ancient-style photos
• 4 kilometers from Xiangyang Ancient City Wall Scenic Area, to experience historical and cultural vibes
• At night, you can go to the food street for some late-night snacks, a paradise for foodies. (Recommended are various types of dried tofu, tofu, and tofu pudding, really delicious. The dried tofu can be vacuum-packed to take away, and the intangible cultural heritage Chigao can be brought back as a souvenir, both beautiful and tasty. Also, a special Nanzhang lard cake is highly recommended, a local snack with a strong sesame aroma.)
💡 Tips
1. Floor-to-ceiling window rooms are more photogenic, recommend requesting in advance
2. Buffet breakfast is open from 6:30 to 10:00, don’t miss it
3. The hotel offers free parking, very convenient for self-driving tours
4. Bring your own Hanfu, you can go to the ancient city for photos at night, there is a long corridor with lanterns 🏮 hanging on both sides, perfect for taking amazing photos.
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