Xihai Hotel

Everything was great – the environment was quiet, the room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. They provided heating which was great for drying clothes, and the staff were very enthusiastic. The Huangshan map they gave us was super detailed, and the free face-changing performance every night was a real highlight. The only downside is the location isn't ideal if you're not in great shape. Locations like Beihai or Paiyun would be better. We were told at Paiyun人家 (Paiyunrenjia) that it was only a 5-minute walk to Xihai, which might be true if you're fresh, but after hiking the front mountain, those short uphill and downhill steps totally exhausted me. Here's a picture of the view from the window; it wasn't the best because it was rainy and foggy at the time. After experiencing heavy fog on the first day and heavy rain the next morning, I finally got to see the magnificent Huangshan.

The butler service was excellent, and they even upgraded our room for free. There were also performances at the hotel in the evening. The breakfast had a great variety and tasted really good. We even saw the sunrise and a sea of clouds, which was a delightful bonus!

My stay at Xihai Hotel during my Huangshan trip far exceeded my expectations! Located at an altitude of 1600 meters in the core scenic area, I just had to open my window to see unique pines, strange rocks, and a surging sea of clouds. The service was amazing: the butler was attentive throughout, proactively sending weather updates and sunrise times, and even planning my routes. They even provided down jackets for climbing free of charge – the attention to detail was exceptional. The restaurant buffet offered a wide variety, and the Huizhou cuisine was authentic; to find this quality high up in the mountains was a delightful surprise. The location is incredibly convenient, close to the Grand Canyon, Paiyun Pavilion, Danxia Peak, and 'Monkey Gazing at the Sea' – no long commutes needed to catch the sunrise and sunset. To stay this comfortably at the summit of Huangshan is incredibly good value! I'll definitely stay here again next time, highly recommended!

I read reviews saying building B was run down, but it was actually fine. The facilities aren't super modern but they're clean, and the cleaning staff and front desk were friendly. The heating was on this season, so it wasn't damp. Food is quite expensive here; the cheapest bowl of noodles was 80, and a few pan-fried dumplings were 78, so be prepared for that. Watching the sunset at Danxia Peak is right nearby, a 15-minute climb. It wasn't crowded, but some trees blocked the view a bit. To see the sunrise at Houzi Guanhai, it's about a 30-minute walk, a bit far, but the scenery is beautiful. Breakfast was just okay. I missed the buffet. There were evening activities, which was nice and kept things from getting boring.

This hotel boasts an excellent location right on Huangshan Mountain, conveniently close to Monkey Watching the Sea (a prime spot for sunrise) and Danxia Peak (perfect for sunset). The surroundings are beautiful, and the rooms are clean and hygienic, even equipped with windproof jackets. For dining, you have the option of a buffet or à la carte. The 'Three Shreds Noodle Soup' is reminiscent of Suzhou-style noodle soup and quite delicious, great for refueling after a hike. In the evenings, there's also a show at 7:30 PM to enjoy.

The hotel's location is great, and I understand the rooms are small, considering it's on a mountaintop. There are performances in the hotel's small square at night, but the food was a bit disappointing; I hope they can improve that.

The room was great, clean and tidy. The service was also excellent; they provided a drying rack for my wet clothes on a rainy day, and even a shoe dryer. There was a down jacket in the room, which was handy for watching the sunrise, though unfortunately, I didn't get to see it. It was very warm on the mountain, not cold at all.

Perched at an elevation of 1600 meters on Mount Huangshan, the Xihai Hotel truly sets the standard for mountaintop accommodations, offering exceptional location, facilities, service, and dining. It's clean, convenient, warm, and comfortable. Next time I visit Huangshan, I'll definitely stay at Xihai again! I wholeheartedly recommend it to all my friends visiting Huangshan – you won't regret it!