Unbelievable Guiyang Hotel: Railway Station Luxury You WON'T Believe!
Unbelievable Guiyang Hotel: Railway Station Luxury You WON'T Believe! (Seriously!) – A Messy, Honest Review.
SEO & Metadata:
- Title: Unbelievable Guiyang Hotel Review: Railway Station Luxury - Expect the Unexpected!
- Keywords: Guiyang Hotel, Railway Station, Luxury Hotel, Accessible Hotel, Spa, Swimming Pool, Fitness Center, Restaurant, Guiyang Travel, China Hotel Review, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wi-Fi, Cleanliness, Safety, Food, Services.
- Description: Deep dive into the Unbelievable Guiyang Hotel, located conveniently near the railway station. Discover its surprisingly luxurious amenities, accessibility features, delicious food (and maybe some not-so-delicious!), cleanliness standards, and overall experience. Honest, unfiltered review!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because I just survived (and maybe even thrived) a stay at the Unbelievable Guiyang Hotel. Let me just say, the name is… accurate. In the way that a surprise root canal is also… an experience. This is going to be a long one, because, well, there’s A LOT to unpack. And I drank way too much of their complimentary tea to keep it concise.
Getting Started (and the First Impression):
Right, so first things first: the location. This bad boy is, as the title suggests, RIGHT. BY. THE. TRAIN. STATION. The unbelievable part, initially, is the sheer audacity of slapping "luxury" on a hotel practically inhaling train exhaust. My expectations were subterranean. Honestly, I was expecting something akin to a slightly fancier motel, but I quickly realized I was DEAD WRONG. The lobby, despite its train-adjacent location, actually felt pretty swanky. Think polished marble, impressive chandeliers, and more suited staff than I’d anticipated (some of whom, I swear, look like they've only ever seen a suitcase on a designer runway).
Accessibility – A Mixed Bag (And My Wheelchair-Bound Perspective):
Let's talk accessibility. This is where the "unbelievable" started veering towards the "…well, that's interesting" territory. The hotel claims to be wheelchair accessible, and on paper, they're not entirely wrong. The main entrance is accessible, the elevators are large, and there are ramps where needed. However… things got a little dicey.
- Wheelchair accessible: Yes, technically. But the "accessible" rooms? Let's just say they're designed more for the idea of accessibility than the actual experience. The bathrooms were spacious, but the shower situation was a bit of a… puzzle. It was like they forgot to place the handheld shower head within easy reach. I swear, I almost needed a contortionist degree to get clean. And don't even get me started on the height of the sink, it was a reach (literally and figuratively).
- Facilities for disabled guests: Yes. There's this, and I should appreciate this.
- Elevator: Perfect.
- Access: Yes, and the lobby is definitely accessible, as mentioned before.
I'd rate their accessibility a 6/10. It's good enough to get in the door, but be prepared to, you know, navigate some weird design choices.
Rooms – More Impressive Than Expected (But Don’t Look Too Closely):
The rooms? Surprisingly plush. I’m talking big, comfy beds (extra long, even!), blackout curtains (thank GOD, the train whistles were relentless), and a decent amount of space. They even had a little seating area, which was great for pretending I wasn't just staring at the TV for three hours straight.
- Available in all rooms: The list is endless, air conditioning, alarm clock, bathrobes, bathroom phone, bathtub, blackout curtains, carpeting, closet, coffee/tea maker, complimentary tea, daily housekeeping, desk, extra long bed, free bottled water, hair dryer, high floor, in-room safe box, interconnecting room(s) available, internet access – LAN, internet access – wireless, ironing facilities, laptop workspace, linens, mini bar, mirror, non-smoking, on-demand movies, private bathroom, reading light, refrigerator, safety/security feature, satellite/cable channels, scale, seating area, separate shower/bathtub, shower, slippers, smoke detector, socket near the bed, sofa, soundproofing, telephone, toiletries, towels, umbrella, visual alarm, wake-up service, wi-fi [free], window that opens.
- Cleanliness and safety: This is where things get a little…iffy. They claim extreme hygiene practices. The room looked clean, but then you start noticing things. Like the slightly questionable stain on the sofa (don't ask), and the lingering aroma of… something. I think a previous guest brought a durian into the room and never removed it, which is now a permanent fixture. shudders.
- Room sanitization opt-out available: I would hope so!
- Rooms sanitized between stays: I sure as heck hope they are!
- Non-smoking rooms: Essential for survival.
- Soundproof rooms: Thank god.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking – Adventures in Culinary Exploration:
Okay, the food. Let’s be real, food can make or break a hotel.
- Restaurants: The hotel's got a few. One main buffet restaurant, and a more a la carte place (which I never actually found).
- Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant: The buffet was a whole thing. A magnificent, chaotic, delicious, and sometimes baffling thing. I embraced my inner tourist and tried EVERYTHING. The noodles were amazing (and addictive), the dumplings were questionable, and the "mystery meat"… well, let's just say it was an experience. I'm still not sure what it was.
- Breakfast [buffet], Buffet in restaurant: You can pick anything you want, as long as you're ok with trying things you don’t recognize or that are a little bit too mysterious.
- A la carte in restaurant: I kept dreaming of the a la carte, but I never even find it.
- Poolside bar: Perfect. Right in the sun, amazing views.
- Room service [24-hour]: The room service, though, was a lifesaver. Especially at 3 AM when you're jet-lagged and convinced you need a burger.
- Snack bar, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop: The snacks bars were okay and have almost literally anything you may want.
- Bottle of water: Free and plentiful.
- Safe dining setup, Sanitized kitchen and tableware items: They are very big here in having everything safe during pandemic times.
- Vegetarian restaurant: Not really, or, at least, I couldn’t find one.
Wellness and Relaxation – The "Unbelievable" Part?
Here is where things get really good!
- Body scrub, Body wrap: Available at the spa.
- Fitness center, Gym/fitness: The gym was seriously impressive. State-of-the-art equipment, a surprising amount of space, and… a view. You could be sweating while looking at the city view. Now, THAT’S luxury.
- Pool with view: Okay, the outdoor pool. Stunning. Absolutely stunning. Infinity pool, overlooking Guiyang, and utterly, blissfully relaxing. I spent a solid afternoon there, and it was… heaven.
- Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom: The spa was beautiful.
- Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor]: The best part of the hotel for sure.
Services and Conveniences – The Extras (and The Not-So-Extras):
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Yes. And it worked reasonably well. But don’t try video calls, unless you want to spend hours watching your face pixelating like a glitching video game character.
- Internet, Internet [LAN], Internet services, Wi-Fi in public areas: Great, even if it's not the best on the market.
- Cash withdrawal, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, On-site event hosting, Safety deposit boxes, Terrace: All available, and the staff was generally helpful.
- Concierge: The concierge… bless their hearts. They tried. They really did. But sometimes, the language barrier was a hilarious obstacle. Let's put it this way: I once asked for a map and got a bag of oranges. Maybe they thought I was hungry?
Cleanliness and Safety – Seriously, Is It Safe?:
- Anti-viral cleaning products: Yes, they used them. At least, I hope.
- Cashless payment service: Yes.
- Daily disinfection in common areas: Seemed to be in place.
- Doctor/nurse on call, First aid kit: Good to be informed about this.
- Hand sanitizer: Everywhere. Too much.
- Hygiene certification, Individually-wrapped food options: During pandemic times, absolutely essential
Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because this isn't your sterile, perfectly-ironed travel itinerary. This is me trying to navigate Guiyang, China, while staying at the Hanting Hotel near the Railway Metro Station. Prepare for chaos, questionable decisions, and a whole lotta "huh?"
Day 1: Entering the Guiyang Gauntlet (And Surviving - Maybe)
- 8:00 AM: Okay, let's be honest, dragged myself out of bed. That Hanting Hotel mattress? Let's just say it wasn't exactly a cloud. More like a slightly-padded concrete slab. But hey, it's cheap, right? (A voice in my head, probably my inner critic, snarks: "And that's the only good thing you can say about it?")
- 8:30 AM: Grabbed some questionable breakfast. There were these… things in the buffet. Flaky brown pastries filled with… something. Didn't translate, wasn't identifiable, ate it anyway. Survival instincts, I guess. Wash it all down with overly sweet iced tea. My blood sugar is probably doing the Macarena.
- 9:00 AM: Metro adventure time! The Guiyang Metro is… an experience. Packed like a sardine. I swear I felt a whole family breathing on the back of my neck. But hey, at least it's efficient, right? Found myself staring at a guy with the most magnificent handlebar mustache. Seriously, it could have been a small, furry pet. Wanted to ask him about it, but my Mandarin is limited to "Ni hao" and "Wo bu dong" (I don't understand), so, you know, missed opportunity.
- 10:00 AM: Finally out of the Metro and in the bustling streets! Oh, the smells! Spicy, sweet, and something else I can't quite place. Mostly delightful, until I had to dodge a rogue scooter weaving between a group of elderly ladies doing tai chi in the middle of the sidewalk. Chaos, glorious chaos.
- 11:00 AM: Attempted to find the "Qianling Park." Ended up wandering aimlessly for a bit. Got distracted by a street vendor selling fried… something. Ended up eating some fried, slightly oily, deliciousness. Regret: zero.
- 12:00 PM: Found Qianling Park! Beautiful. Monkeys. LOVED the monkeys. I actually saw a momma monkey scold her baby for trying to steal a bag of chips. So relatable! Wandered around for an hour. Needed a place to sit eventually. The crowds were overwhelming, but a beautiful experience.
- 1:00 PM: Lunch. Found a tiny noodle shop. Pointed at what looked vaguely edible. It… was. Delicious! The broth was spicy, the noodles were perfect, and everyone was staring at me. Probably my Western face, but also, I may have slurped a little too loudly. Sorry, not sorry.
- 2:30 PM: Back to the Hanting. Needed a nap. I'm convinced jet lag combined with the city's energy is going to wipe me out. The bed is still… not great. but the quiet is gold.
- 4:00 PM: Wake up. Feel slightly disoriented. Consider ordering room service. Realize the Hanting doesn't have room service. Sigh. Snack on my emergency stash of granola bars.
- 5:00 PM: Decided to walk to the train station. It was pretty close. I could see it. It was a bustling area. It had food and it was crowded.
- 6:00 PM: Dinner - Went to find a really cheap place. Found street food. It became a mess of spice, sweet, and fried things. I wanted to eat everything!
- 7:00 PM: Had to make my way back to the hotel. I was covered in food scents. Happy and exhausted.
Day 2: Delving Deeper (And Possibly Getting Lost)
- 8:00 AM: Resist all urges to stay in bed. The lure of adventure (and potential food poisoning) is too strong. Breakfast again. Things. More questionable things. Embrace the unknown!
- 9:00 AM: Determined to be more adventurous! Headed back to the metro. Got lost in the subway system itself a little. Made my way through, eventually.
- 10:00 AM: Found a tea house. Ordered a tea, and tried to look cultured. Failed miserably. Spilled a bit on myself. Oh well.
- 11:00 AM: Found a shop selling local crafts. Bought a tiny jade carving I'm pretty sure is overpriced, but it's pretty and I don't care. Feeling more adventurous and open to the chaos.
- 12:00 PM: Lunch. Discovered a place making soup dumplings. Heaven. Pure, unadulterated heaven. I ate so many I think I might pop.
- 1:30 PM: Attempt to find a museum. Got hopelessly lost. Ended up wandering through back alleys, which were fascinating, in a slightly terrifying way. Saw a grandma hanging laundry, a stray cat with a missing ear, and a group of men playing mahjong. Lost, but strangely, not unhappy.
- 4:00 PM: Back to the hotel. Need… silence. The city's rhythm is overwhelming.
- 5:00 PM: Rest, and attempt to make sense of all the pics I've been shooting.
- 6:00 PM: Dinner. Found a tiny restaurant near the hotel. The menu was entirely in Chinese. I pointed at pictures. Got something… interesting. It involved a lot of chili peppers. My mouth is on fire. Worth it.
- 7:00 PM: Reflecting and writing, and realizing…I think I'm starting to love this messy, chaotic, incredibly vibrant place.
Recurring Themes:
- Food: Let's be honest, I'm probably going to eat everything and regret nothing.
- Getting Lost: It's part of the experience, right?
- The Hanting Hotel: Still functional, still slightly depressing, but hey, it's home.
- My Inner Monologue: A constant source of self-doubt, amusement, and general overthinking.
Imperfections, Quirks, and Rambles:
- I may have accidentally ordered a plate of something that looks suspiciously like chicken feet. Still deciding if I'm brave enough to try it.
- I'm pretty sure I saw a woman riding a bicycle balancing a stack of live chickens.
- The language barrier is a real challenge. Google Translate is my best friend, but it often leads to hilarious misunderstandings.
- I'm starting to think that the best way to experience Guiyang is to just… let go. Embrace the mess, the confusion, the unexpected.
Final Thoughts:
Guiyang is… something else. It's loud, it's crowded, it's confusing, and it's absolutely captivating. Will I survive? Probably. Will I have a thousand stories to tell? Absolutely. Will I embrace the chaos? You bet your sweet bippy I will. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm off to find some more questionable street food. Wish me luck!
Luxury Staycation: OYO Flagship Moon Palace Near Lucknow's Sahara Ganj Mall!
Unbelievable Guiyang Hotel: Railway Station Luxury You WON'T Believe! (My Brain Dump)
Okay, buckle up, Buttercups. This isn't your polished travel brochure. This is *me*, grappling with the Unbelievable Guiyang Hotel (or whatever they're calling it). I'm still not sure if I dreamt it or if it *actually* happened. Let's just say, my expectations were… shattered. In a good way? Mostly? Let's find out.
1. Wait, *Where* Is This Place? And Why "Unbelievable"?
Alright, alright, let's get the logistics out of the way. The Unbelievable Hotel (I'm sticking with that, it's got a ring to it) is, you guessed it, near the Guiyang Railway Station. Literally, *near*. Like, you could probably chuck a well-aimed suitcase and hit the lobby. The "Unbelievable" part? Oh, honey. That comes down to the sheer juxtaposition. Imagine: dire, slightly terrifying railway station… and then… BAM! This oasis of… well, I'm still figuring out what to call it. Luxury? Extravagance? Mild insanity? All of the above, probably.
My arrival? Train was delayed. Naturally. Tired, hungry, slightly nauseous from the train food. The first glimpse of the hotel? A glistening, modern façade erupting from the chaos. My jaw dropped. Seriously. Like, I think I may have drooled a little. It was *that* dramatic.
2. Okay, Okay, The Rooms. What Were They *Really* Like? Don't Hold Back.
Right, the rooms. This is where things get… interesting. I booked a "Deluxe Suite." Which, I later learned, at the Unbelievable Hotel, meant “Welcome to another dimension, buddy!”
First impressions? Utterly overwhelming. Think… a minimalist palace designed by aliens with a penchant for marble and mood lighting. Giant windows overlooking… mostly other buildings, but hey, the *room*! The bed? Oh, that bed. Like sleeping on a fluffy, cloud-shaped marshmallow. So comfortable I almost didn't leave it. Almost. The bathroom? Marble. Everywhere. A separate shower that could house a small family. A bathtub so large, I considered inviting my small dog, Fluffy, to join (I didn't, health code and all that). Seriously, I'm pretty sure they had a full-time cleaning staff dedicated *just to the bathroom*.
But… (and there's always a "but," isn't there?)… there were… quirks. The remote control for the lights? Mysterious. Took me a solid ten minutes of button-mashing to figure out how to turn the lights on. (Remember, tired, train food, etc.) Then, the "smart" toilet. Oh, the smart toilet. Warm seat? Yes. Bidet functions? Of course. But… a built-in air freshener that periodically sprayed… something… directly *in your face*? Less yes. More "AAAAAH!" I swear, I jumped a foot every time. After the third jolt, I just unplugged it. Problem solved. See? Even in Unbelievable Luxury, I'm a problem-solver.
3. The Food! (Because, You Know, Important)
Oh, the food. Ah, the *memories*… (Shakes Head) Okay, the breakfast buffet. Forget what the reviews said. It was… an experience. Mountains of food, that's a fact. From the "traditional" Chinese breakfast which was (unfamiliar), through to the slightly anaemic looking Western offerings, it was a marathon. I'm a brunch person, but you know, I really do love a good buffet. The fresh fruit? Delicious. The coffee? Hit and miss, let's just say that. I would rate the food, a strong 7.5/10.
4. Okay, But Is It *Actually* Worth the Money? (Be Honest!)
The million-dollar question, right? Look, the Unbelievable Guiyang Hotel isn't cheap. It isn't a budget option. It's, let's say… a splurge. Would I stay there again? Yes. Maybe. Probably. Honestly, I'm still processing the whole experience. The sheer weirdness of it all? It's part of the charm. And hey, that bed was… *divine*. And after that train... I needed it. If you want a truly memorable – and slightly bonkers – hotel experience, then, absolutely. If you want a sensible option? Maybe look elsewhere. But you know what? Go wild. Treat yourself. Unbelievable it is. Just… be prepared for the smart toilet. Seriously.
5. What About the Staff? Were They… Helpful? Bizarre? All of the Above?!
The staff… ah, the staff. Mostly, very helpful. The check-in was smooth (after some initial confusion about my name, which they *may* have misspelled… dramatically). The bellhops were incredibly polite and helpful. The housekeeping… obsessed with cleanliness, which, after living in hotels for a while, is definitely a plus. But there was this one particularly memorable incident.
I'd wandered into the hotel bar for a late-night drink (because, you know, luxury). The place was practically deserted. Just me, a bartender, and an… extremely enthusiastic pianist. He wasn't playing *badly*, per se. Just… *loudly*. And with a level of… passion… that made me slightly nervous. I ordered a drink. He started playing a rendition of "Hotel California" that was, shall we say, *unique*. He was very invested. And then… he *stared* at me. During the entire song. I swear, it was one of the longest five minutes of my life. He finished, gave me a dramatic bow, and then… disappeared. I paid my bill and retreated. The bartender, bless him, just shrugged and said, "He… loves the piano." So, yes. Helpful, bizarre, all of the above. Welcome to the Unbelievable.
6. Any Annoying Things? Let's Be Real.
Yes! Of course. Nothing's perfect, not even a hotel that seemingly defies the laws of physics. The Wi-Fi… was temperamental. Strong signal, kept dropping out. Fine for email, forget streaming anything. The air conditioning… was *powerful*. I spent a lot of time shivering under the covers. Then there was the noise from the railway station. At least it didn't fully keep me awake. The lack of English channels on the TV. Fine, I was there to experience the culture, but still.
