Hotels in Mengle Buddha Temple Scenic Area, Jinghong

The room was spacious, with a tatami area, a living room, and even a bar. It was very clean and conveniently located, with no traffic issues. Our butler, Dongdong, was incredibly helpful in coordinating the room and responded to messages instantly – the service was truly exceptional. The kids' play area had a 'bean pod' (guessing a type of craft or play item) that used much better materials than those found outside, and more of them too! My only wish is for two more topping options for the breakfast rice noodles.

I initially booked for one night, but some inconsiderate guests in a nearby room were making a racket until 1 or 2 AM, even with noisy children. So, for the next two nights, I moved to a room on the top floor, which was much better. The 8th floor was unbearable; I heard several other guests also requested to be moved from the 8th floor!

Traveling during the off-season, the hotel upgraded us to a suite and even provided afternoon tea. After returning from Wild Elephant Valley, the feeling of immediately eating a cold watermelon is just amazing! The butler was very thoughtful, helping us book tickets and arranging a late check-out. The travel photography service was also excellent; the hotel's settings are perfect for great shots. Compared to outdoor photography, you can take your time and capture every scene without rushing. I highly recommend every visitor to experience it if they have the chance.

As the car pulled up in front of the hotel, before the weariness of the journey could even linger, a gentle breeze lifted me up—the driver who had picked me up was already waiting at the airport. The ride was smooth, and his descriptions of Xishuangbanna's flora and fauna already made me feel at home. But the moment I stepped into Yakatu, that warmth transformed into a sense of comfort, like returning to a long-missed home. The most unforgettable thing was the luggage. I was looking at the two heavy suitcases in the trunk, feeling worried, when a young man in a crisp white uniform quietly approached and said softly, ”Leave them to me.” Without waiting for my thanks, he carried one suitcase in each hand, striding ahead. His back was clean and composed, as if he weren't carrying luggage, but rather taking over someone else's weary journey. This was a huge help—at that moment, my shoulders felt lighter, and my heart settled down. Passing through the verdant courtyard, the beauty of this place slowly came into view. The lush greenery stretched as far as the eye could see, like ink splashed across the landscape. Tall coconut palms and shorter, unfamiliar broad-leaved plants grew densely yet gracefully. Hot spring pools were scattered throughout this verdant expanse, their steam rising like the earth's breath, blending seamlessly with the faint outlines of distant mountains. The dampness of the rainforest climate mingled with the fragrance of unknown flowers, creating a languid tranquility that made one want only to find a wicker chair, do nothing, and simply watch the twilight light slowly creep across the stone steps. The facilities were impeccable, exuding understated elegance. The rooms were simple yet warm, the wood grain complementing the pristine white sheets. The lighting was perfectly warm and yellow, and drawing back the curtains revealed a summery atmosphere. But what truly brought everything to life was the people. Those smiles are unforgettable. Whether at the front desk, in the corridor, or in the restaurant in the early morning, every encounter is greeted by a smile that emanates from the heart—genuine, warm, and comforting, like the sunshine of Xishuangbanna. When having breakfast, the auntie cooking the rice noodles will thoughtfully ask if you want it spicy or if you like mint leaves. By the coffee machine, a girl will always gently remind you that the milk foam in your cappuccino should be drunk while it's hot. The free breakfast is incredibly lavish, with sweet fruit juice, freshly baked buns, and steaming hot rice noodles, all served on a clean white porcelain plate. Accompanied by the lush greenery outside the floor-to-ceiling windows, it becomes the brightest start to the day. And that free cup of coffee, held in hand, sitting in the courtyard watching the mist dissipate, reveals a warm aftertaste amidst the bitter aroma. In such a place, one unconsciously relaxes, even slowing down one's pace. It's not that this place feels like home, but there are moments when you genuinely feel as if you belong here—this is probably what ”feeling at home” means. There's no need for formalities or restraint; everything is carefully considered, yet subtly: the girl who cleans the room always comes by quietly when you're out, leaving behind neatly folded towels and a few freshly picked frangipani flowers; when you return at night, the porch light is always on, and even the air is filled with tranquility. On the morning of my departure, the same driver was still waiting at the door, and the same efficient figure carrying my luggage. I stood on the stone steps in the courtyard and glanced back. The hot spring pool was still shrouded in mist, and the morning light was filtering through the banana leaves, scattering golden fragments on the ground. The scenery was beautiful, and the facilities were excellent. These things could perhaps be learned elsewhere, but the unadorned kindness and warmth between people could not be learned, nor could they be forgotten. This trip to Xishuangbanna, thanks to Yakatu, left an exceptionally warm and lasting impression.

I always stay at Huazhu Club hotels when I travel. I found that Mercure had a promotion with very favorable prices. Transportation is basically just taking a taxi, and there is no waiting time. The breakfast is also very good, as always with abundant content. The braised pork rice noodles are very fragrant. The staff are also very friendly. When I left, I left my doll at the hotel, and they asked me to help send it back. Thank you very much. I will choose Huazhu again next time. It is clean and safe. Anna's service is warm and thoughtful.

I wanted to unsubscribe because of the itinerary, but I still tried it in the mentality of trying it out. I found that it was actually better than the comments. There are many places to eat nearby. It is only ten minutes away from the airport. It is very convenient. My room can directly see the Big Buddha. Outside the window is a green, so comfortable, booked such a cheap and good hotel in the off-season! Thank you boss for upgrading me! ! !

Choosing accommodation in Xishuangbanna was a long and agonizing process. I spent a lot of time researching and comparing online before finally deciding on this guesthouse. The feedback and reviews were very positive, so I booked a four-night stay in a family room. Environment: The guesthouse itself was excellent. It was kept very clean and bright every day, and the courtyard was beautiful. The tropical plants combined with the Dai-style architecture created a charming Dai atmosphere. The guesthouse is very close to the high-speed rail station and Gasa Airport, both about a 20-minute taxi ride (without traffic). Located in Manhena Ancient Village, it's a short walk to the village. When I checked in, new buildings were under construction around the village, making the access route a little difficult, but it didn't affect my travel or accommodation. It was very quiet and peaceful. Service: The owners, a young couple, were always very kind and polite. They even brought extra fruit and tea every few days, and a four-night stay included a free ticket to Manting Park. One airport/train station pick-up service: The guesthouse offered one airport/train station pick-up service, which I opted for. The owner had arranged for Didi (a ride-hailing service) in advance, and the service was very thoughtful. Beautiful Dai Costume Photoshoot: Let me talk about the Dai costume photoshoot offered by the guesthouse. It seems to be a collaboration with several guesthouses in the area. Each room comes with two complimentary retouched photos. Makeup is done at the guesthouse while waiting, and the photoshoot takes place within the guesthouse and the ancient village, all free of charge. The photographer shoots in several scenes, and when you return to the guesthouse to select photos, there's an extra charge for photos beyond the complimentary ones. The price was much higher than I expected. No raw photos are provided; you get the retouched images directly after selecting them, and the photos are provided according to the package. However, to be fair, although it's more expensive than those travel photography studios online, the photographer is very skilled, and the photos are all very good. With the retouching, the final photos far exceeded my expectations, so I still highly recommend it. If you have the budget, it's worth it! Also, the photos have a retro style, and the Dai costumes are all vintage-style, without the overly ornate shawls found in other travel photography studios, which perfectly complements the ancient village! Finally, I'd like to mention that the guesthouse isn't located in a very lively tourist area, but it's about a 15-minute taxi ride to places like the riverside night market or the Starlight Night Market, costing around 17 or 18 yuan each time.

The room is very large, the toiletries are very good, the local Yunnan coffee is very fragrant, the room is very clean, the sleep is very quiet at night, the breakfast is also very good, it is very convenient to go everywhere here, next to the Big Buddha Temple, you can see it directly when you have breakfast on the rooftop, it is very spectacular, and opposite the hotel is a local barbecue, which is very unique

I booked 2 hotels in this area, for half of the week each. I had chosen them both due to their pools and beautiful looking rooms/facilities. The staff were incredibly helpful and responsive to my messages on WeChat. However, they admitted it was their first time having non-Chinese guests and there were various issues that they needed to improve. The tea ceremony left my parents confused, as there was no translation tool used, and very little explanation as to the session. In other situations, I have had tea ceremonies that involve explanation of how the tea is made, how it should be drunk, what sort of people drink this type of tea etc. (To overcome the disappointment of this, we were gifted a pack of the delicious tea however). We selected this hotel based on the pool facilities mostly and were very disappointed to arrive to dirt-filled pool water that had branches and other debris inside. The staff were very apologetic and explained the recent storms caught them unawares. However, little action was taken to clean the pools until I raised this matter. When we went to the second hotel of my choice, they had more pools, all of which were clean and full of water, even though the same storm would have hit them. The photo shoot was great, and the photographer was excellent. The rooms were comfortable and the seating area was nice. We did not use the sitting area within the pool section however, due to the dirty pool etc. The breakfast was only served to us on our first day, and then a buffet on the second day. For us, we personally preferred the buffet so that we could select our portion sizes ourselves. I think over time, the staff will become more confident with foreign guests and this resort will be greatly enjoyed.

This is a small boutique hotel with only 8 rooms. It’s located in a busy area of Manhena Dai village, but is surrounded by busy streets and high floor buildings. The good thing is that all the tourists are gone by 7pm and it becomes quiet, but the tourists are back in the morning. It’s located right across the river from the famous night market (10-15 mins by taxi). The owners and the manager are all young guys, very friendly and helpful, they gave me a very good treatment, they make a great deal of effort to make one feel welcomed. The hotel and the rooms are super clean. There are all the amenities necessary. There is a lot of attention to details in the rooms and the hotel. I was given a fruit plate and complimentary drinks during my stay. The bedsheets are also very clean. The breakfast was good too. Overall it was a great experience.