Staying at Dongjiang Lake the right way! This lakeside guesthouse made me feel like I was living inside a painting

Visiting Dongjiang Lake? Choosing the right guesthouse is already half the win! The blindly booked Ximo Guesthouse was such a pleasant surprise—opening the window reveals the rippling blue waters of Dongjiang Lake, and even the air you breathe carries the lake’s crisp freshness. It’s undoubtedly the best decision of this trip✅

🏞️A view right from the window! Bringing Dongjiang Lake into the room

The moment I entered the room, I couldn’t help but say “wow”—a huge floor-to-ceiling window faces Dongjiang Lake directly. When the morning mist drifts over the lake, you can lie in bed and watch the fairy-tale scene of “Mist over Little Dongjiang.” Sunlight sparkles on the water, creating a shimmering dynamic wallpaper effect.

The room design is simple yet cozy, with natural wood furniture paired with light tones that perfectly complement the lake view outside. In the evening, draw the sheer curtains, light a small lamp, and listen to the gentle lapping of the lake water against the shore. The atmosphere is instantly elevated, making even daydreaming a pleasure.

🍽️A lakeside feast for the taste buds

The guesthouse’s restaurant completely won my heart! Built right by the lake in an open space, you can enjoy delicious food while taking in the lake view—such a mood booster.

Breakfast features local specialties: freshly made rice cakes that are soft, glutinous, and sweet, paired with a warm bowl of mixed grain porridge to start the day full of energy. For main meals, be sure to order the organic fish from Dongjiang Lake. The fish soup, freshly caught and cooked, is creamy and rich, incredibly fresh, and there are also local stir-fry dishes made with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors that taste more homely than restaurants outside.

📍Practical tips for traveling at Dongjiang Lake

- Perfect location: super close to the Mist over Little Dongjiang viewing platform, easy to walk or take a taxi. No need to get up early to catch the best view—you can sleep in and still catch the prime viewing time.
- Thoughtful details: the owner and staff are very enthusiastic and will proactively share travel tips for Dongjiang Lake, like the best photo spots and times to avoid crowds, so even beginners can enjoy the trip easily.
- Photo tips: the balcony of the room and the restaurant window are the best spots for photos. Wearing light-colored clothes makes it easy to snap stunning shots that look like you’re “wandering inside a painting.”

If I come back to Dongjiang Lake, I will definitely stay at Ximo again! No need to squeeze into crowded scenic spots—you can enjoy the lake view fully right from the guesthouse, eat well, and stay comfortably. This is what travel should be like~

Post by ElijahRogers^82 | Oct 19, 2025