Impression Tengger Desert Camp ★★★

"The room was clean and well-maintained. The staff were attentive, especially with our kids. We experienced the desert, enjoyed a bonfire party, fireworks, and even a molten iron flower show at night. There were also plenty of desert activities to try. It's a shame the weather wasn't great, so we didn't get to see the stars."

Shazhihai Desert Star Camp ★★★

"Overall, it was a very satisfying and enriching experience. The hotel is located in the Tengger Desert, and before coming, I honestly didn't expect the cleanliness to be so good – it was incredibly clean. I've stayed in a Meliá 'Starry Sky Room' for almost 2,000 RMB a night, and I feel the cleanliness here was comparable; not a single grain of sand, pristine white bedding, and the desert right outside the door. It had a private bathroom and a smart toilet, very clean. The room was a bit small, but for a desert location, I was perfectly happy with the conditions. As for the service, they provided pick-up and drop-off many times. When my child felt unwell after an activity, the owner even came to pick us up, ensuring you didn't have to walk an extra step. When leaving, they took us right to our car. They were incredibly responsive to every request. Regarding the hotel's arrangements, I personally felt they were very enriching. The 'star study' and 'straw checkerboard' activities were very meaningful. There were fireworks at night. Finally, about the activities: my husband tried every single one and said the 'Blade' was very thrilling. My child and I only tried the 'Wave Car' and camel riding. I personally get a bit carsick. For those who are timid, afraid of heights, or sensitive to weightlessness, it's worth checking these activities thoroughly. Phones are not allowed on any of these activities, including camel riding, so I couldn't take any photos. Overall, for this price, I am very satisfied with the service. The only dissatisfaction was the very poor attitude of the parking lot security guard, but of course, that's not within the hotel's responsibility."

Sandstorm · Desert Boutique Stay in the Wild ★★★

"The campsite staff, led by Captain Li, provided excellent service. They turned on the air conditioning in the room in advance and promptly met all our needs. A big thumbs up! The kids had a fantastic time; it was a perfect trip."

Zhongwei Shapo Tou Desert Wilderness Desert Stargazing Inn ★★★

"My kid said this was their favorite hotel on our trip to the Northwest!~ The hotel is located within the East Lake Grassland Scenic Area of the Tengger Desert, which is originally a place for sand activities (ask the owner for a discounted package deal). My kid loved the Interstellar Chariot (actually, the off-road vehicles we took to and from the hotel to other camps were also a blast!~). The owner provides free pick-up and drop-off to the activity areas. Facilities: The hotel has everything you need. The public restrooms and shower rooms are next to the restaurant, very clean, and there are plenty of them. Thanks to the owner for upgrading us to a room with a private bathroom – it was so convenient to wash off our sandy kids every night after playing! If your budget allows, I highly recommend booking a room with a private bathroom!!! It's super important!! The air conditioning in the room was incredibly strong, we had to turn it off at night otherwise it got too cold~ The amenities included disposable towels and bath towels, and the slippers were also very thick and clean! Cleanliness: Exceeded expectations, there was surprisingly no sand on the bed! Environment: Surrounded by dunes on all sides. If you climb to the top of a dune a bit later in the evening and find a dark spot, you can see a sky full of stars~ Service: If you're traveling with kids, you absolutely must participate in the hotel's educational programs! At 8:30 AM, there's a desert hike where the guide even caught a lizard. At 10:30 AM, there's a wheat straw grid activity where they explain the principles and methods of sand control, and the kids get to experience making the grids themselves. It was too hot in the afternoon, so we didn't join the treasure hunt. The host for the evening bonfire party was great at getting everyone energized, and we could see fireworks from four or five other camps – they were big fireworks! The stargazing guide at 9:30 PM was very humorous. He first introduced basic geographical knowledge about the moon's shape, distance, etc., then explained the stars and constellations related to the Big Dipper. The Milky Way wasn't visible until 2 AM that night, but the moon came out after 1 AM, so we missed it. There are sandboards everywhere in the camp; it's better to find steeper slopes for a good slide. The manager is the owner himself; he patiently answers all questions and can even help receive express deliveries~ We'll definitely come again!!!~"

Hourglass · Star Chaser | PURE WHITE Desert Art Stay ★★★

"It's about a 30-minute drive from Zhongwei, and the campsite was easy to find. Someone met us at the parking lot. Breakfast was decent, but the water in the public showers was always lukewarm, probably because so many people were using it. Overall, it was okay."

Huanghe Xiyu Hotel ★★★

"Nice and friendly staff, wonderful location , near to good restaurants"

Desert Wild Star Lakeview Retreat ★★★

"The mattress was even better than those in regular hotels! The owner was incredibly helpful, and the surroundings were beautiful. The bonfire party in the evening had a fantastic atmosphere. In the mornings, there were study tours and hiking activities, including a desert water retrieval experience. They even had a professional instructor guiding stargazing lectures at night. The sunsets were stunning, and there were so many stars visible at night."

Lanan Hotel ★★★

Royal No.81 Hotel ★★★

"The hotel is great, modern, and the restaurant is clean and luxurious. Everything is perfect. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting China. It's ideal for relaxation and various activities. 👍 The price is also reasonable."