Kunming Hotels with Balcony

The apartment is very clean, it's been cleaned every day. Bed is comfortable and bedroom is quiet. Living room is beautiful. The owner is friendly, helpful and hard working woman. Location is near railway station and there is a lot of restaurants in the neighborhood. Thank you for hosting me!

I stayed at this hotel for 5 nights. I was quite hesitant before choosing it, especially after reading about the negative elevator incident, which made me really worry about safety. So, every time I took the elevator during my stay, I was on edge. The main reason I decided to stay was for the hot springs and swimming pool, as it's been raining a lot in Kunming recently, and I figured we'd just enjoy the hotel. Honestly, I wasn't particularly impressed with the service, and the facilities are quite old, very old. If it weren't for the constant rain and traveling with a child, I probably wouldn't have chosen this hotel. Especially after visiting Fuxian Lake, the comparison really highlighted its shortcomings.

My honest review of my stay at the Orange Crystal Hotel (Kunming Nanping Pedestrian Street): 1. **Convenient Location, but Very Unfriendly for Self-Driving/Chartered Cars** The hotel's location is indeed very convenient, close to Nanping Pedestrian Street, making it easy to get around and shop. However, since vehicles cannot directly enter the pedestrian street, it's extremely inconvenient for guests with large luggage. While the hotel has an underground parking lot, chartered 7-seater vehicles like ours generally cannot drive directly into it. We had to get off a short distance from the hotel and drag all our luggage there. If you're a foreign tourist or traveling by chartered car, I recommend confirming whether your vehicle can directly reach the hotel before booking. 2. **Good Service Attitude, but Overall Slow Response Time** The hotel staff generally have a friendly attitude. I particularly want to thank a few female staff members who helped us carry our heavy luggage down the stairs to where our chartered car could park – I'm truly grateful. However, the hotel's response time for guest requests for item delivery or assistance was noticeably slow, with generally long waiting times. I'm not sure if it was due to understaffing at the time, but I believe the stay experience would be significantly improved if they could strengthen staff allocation and response efficiency. 3. **”Four-Star Hotel” vs. Actual Experience – A Significant Discrepancy** This was the most disappointing aspect of our stay. The hotel is labeled as four-star, but if you expect it to meet the standards of a typical four-star hotel, there's a noticeable gap in the overall facilities and environment. The rooms, corridors, and some public areas appear quite dated, and there's a somewhat strong musty smell in the hotel. Although the hotel information states that it has been renovated in recent years, you can still feel the traces of many old facilities during your actual stay. Plus, the room rate isn't cheap. So, if you're choosing based on **”four-star hotel standards,”** my friends and I would both advise lowering your expectations a bit, otherwise, you might experience significant disappointment upon arrival. **Overall:** Location is the hotel's biggest advantage, and the staff's attitude is good, but there's room for improvement in terms of transportation convenience, service response speed, and the overall condition of the hotel facilities. Especially for foreign tourists, those with large luggage, or travelers with chartered cars, I recommend confirming the actual drop-off/pick-up situation and luggage handling before booking.

I was lucky enough to choose this guesthouse for two nights on this trip. The courtyard is beautiful, and it was so relaxing to sit out there and have a beer after a day of sightseeing. The owner's coffee is also delicious. The room facilities are pretty good for a guesthouse, and it was kept very clean. The guesthouse is located right by Dianchi Lake, so it's convenient for a stroll. Our Luoyuhe room was a bit small, and storage space felt a little cramped; I should have booked an upstairs room. Everything else was great, and I'll definitely recommend it to friends and family visiting Kunming.

It's rare to find a hotel that truly feels like a home away from home, but Bolian Hot Spring Resort certainly does! First, let's talk about the service. We stayed during the off-season, so there weren't many staff around, but you could still feel the warmth and professionalism from everyone, from our butler Dashi to the restaurant, hot springs, and front desk staff. The front desk staff even multi-tasked, making us tea and driving us to our room. Their professional training was evident throughout our stay. Even though the hotel has been open for twenty years, it doesn't feel old or dated at all. Every corner of the hotel is picturesque, and the hot springs are fantastic. The courtyard in our room was breathtakingly beautiful. To our pleasant surprise, the restaurant's food was delicious, with excellent Yunnan cuisine. We will definitely be back again. The hotel also provided complimentary executive car airport transfers and vouchers that could be used for dining or spa services at the hotel, which was a very nice touch.

**A Home Away from Home in Kunming** Our stay at this homestay in Kunming was truly exceptional. The room was a perfect blend of tradition and modernity, thoughtfully designed with minimalist accessories that perfectly matched our taste. Cozy and inviting, it offered a sense of warmth and comfort that made us feel at home instantly. The view of the lake from our window added a touch of magic to our mornings and evenings. The location is simply ideal. Situated in a peaceful area just 100–200 meters from the Ethnic Yunnan Village Park (also known as the Ethnic Minority Nationalitys Park), it allowed us to easily explore this cultural gem during a day trip, an experience we highly recommend. At the same time, the homestay is surrounded by quiet shops and local markets, making it both convenient and serene. What truly set this place apart was the outstanding hospitality. From the moment we arrived at the airport, the hosts went out of their way to assist us, even arranging a Didi taxi to ensure we reached the homestay smoothly. Their kindness didn’t stop there, they helped us purchase tickets for cultural attractions, found an English-speaking guide when our Mandarin wasn’t sufficient, and took care of countless other details that made our stay effortless. A highlight of our experience was Miss Zhang’s traditional Yunnan tea ceremonies. These sessions were not only a delight for the senses but also a wonderful opportunity to learn about the unique qualities of Yunnan teas and the art of brewing them. The atmosphere was relaxed and intimate, often joined by the owners, which led to lively, hours-long conversations filled with laughter and stories. It was these moments that made us feel like we were among friends rather than guests. We enjoyed our stay so much that we’ve already booked the same room for our return in a week. We can’t wait to be back in this haven of warmth, culture, and comfort. Highly recommended for anyone seeking an authentic, memorable, and heartwarming experience in Kunming!

Great service and great location. The owner was very kind to let us have her number to book for didi or supper. And the room had a great view also

This hostel in Kunming offers incredible value for money! The common areas are huge, and the terrace view is absolutely stunning. It's so comfortable to sunbathe during the day and enjoy the breeze at night. The place is cleaned very diligently, and the bedding is fresh and odorless. The staff at the front desk are all super enthusiastic and proactively recommend local snacks and travel routes. As a solo traveler, I felt completely safe and secure here!

The room is spacious and well-designed, with plenty of space for luggage and other belongings. The hotel is located in the heart of the old city, with many restaurants in the adjacent mall. For snacks, you can take a short walk to Kunming Old Street. The front desk staff, particularly GIN, was very professional and helpful. When I asked about buying tickets, he repeatedly reminded me to make sure I bought tickets for Kunming Station and not to get it mixed up, as the two high-speed rail stations can be quite confusing.

Overall we enjoyed our stay at 26 Life hotel thank to the staffs and its location. What we like most here: 1. Staff: Xiao Bai and Xiao Wan, the 2 receptionists are lovely guys. Xiao Bai pick us up outside of the buiding to help us with the luggage. He is also professional in handling his work. he seems a bit serious on his face but once you know him, he is a nice guy. Xiao Wan is a lovely young boy. We talked a lot, he made us yummy milk tea, bought for us ice crea, fruit tea....and gave us some sourvenir. They are the ones made my stay here. Thank you guys! Moreover the hotel staffs also helped to received a package for me before my check in. 2. Location: it locates on the 4th floor of a building. It has a good location, where we can access easily to the shopping mall, the food stores. There is a small food court on the ground floor of the same building. The 1st store after the stair case once you enter the building sells pretty good noodles. 3. The balcony: my room is 201, with a balcony overlooking the garden on the ground and an open space to the big building in front, which gave us a peaceful corner to sit and talk and enjoy the nice spring weather. 4. The costume: the hotel offers free Miao costume to wear and take photo inside the hotel. Xiao Wan, the receptionist also help to take soem nice photos for us. What should be improved: 1. The cleanliness: the room facilities were a bit old but the cleanliness is definitely something can be changed and improved: like the table in the balcony, which should have been clean the surface. 2. The amenities: the big bath towels are torn out at the 2 edges. They can be reused as footmat or rag to recycle. New bath towel should be seriously considered. 3. The TV: A slow internet connection is causing the TV to stutter and lag, making it impossible to watch.making it not enjoyable to watch.