25° summer escape | suspended pool + starlit private hot spring for double the romance
3.5h cloud retreat from Guangzhou | Xinyi Banshan Yunju Hot Spring Hotel 2 days 1 night
Hidden in Ma'an’s vast bamboo forest on the mid-mountain of Xinyi, Maoming, at 600m elevation in a misty secret realm. Rooms feature private hot springs and a suspended infinity pool. Natural 25°C air-conditioned rooms perfect for couples’ getaways, family oxygen therapy, or friends’ photo sessions. A one-stop trip ideal for short getaways from the Pearl River Delta!
1. Basic travel info
📍Address: Banling Village, Ma'an, Pingtang Town, Xinyi, Maoming (300m northeast of Ma'an Bamboo Sea Plaza)
🚗 Transportation
1. Best by car: 3.5h from Guangzhou/Shenzhen. Exit Pingtang on Yunmao Expressway. Free parking at the scenic area. After parking, call the hotel’s electric shuttle for free rides up the mountain, available on demand.
2. Public transport: 3.5h high-speed train from Guangzhou South to Xinyi Station, then 1h taxi ride; from Xinyi bus station, take the Pingtang shuttle line every 30 mins, fare 12 RMB per person.
⏰ Best time to visit: June–September for summer fun and water activities; October–February for hot springs and cloud sea views, especially misty mornings after rain.
Check-in after 3:00 PM. Check-out before 12:00 PM.
2. Five key highlights
1. Private mountain spring hot springs in every room for immersive nature soaking
All room types come with granite mountain spring soaking pools. Natural spring water is heated to a constant temperature, ensuring full privacy. At night, close the balcony door, soak while listening to bamboo forest breezes and stargazing, washing away all fatigue. The rooftop also has a public open-air starlit hot spring overlooking the entire bamboo sea village, creating an unbeatable atmosphere.
2. Suspended infinity pool on the mountaintop | prime bamboo sea photo spot
The rooftop features a suspended heated infinity pool facing endless layers of bamboo forest. At dusk during the blue hour, capture the sunset, mist, and mountains in one frame. Wear a light-colored long dress for effortless island resort vibes. The pool area includes loungers and umbrellas. After 4:00 PM, the light softens, perfect for photos without harsh overhead light.
3. 270° panoramic mountain view rooms with cloud sea views from bed
Large floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the hotel open to endless bamboo forest. At 6–7 AM, mountain mist drifts onto the balcony, like living in the clouds.
Room types:
· Mountain view private hot spring room: best value, balcony with private soaking pool, ideal for couples
· Bamboo sea panoramic room: high floor with unobstructed views, perfect for sunrise and cloud sea watching
· Family room: includes a children’s tent and toiletries set, comfortably fits two adults and two children
4. Full amenities for relaxation, no boredom all day
✅ Indoor kids’ playroom: ball pit, slide, perfect for rainy days and freeing parents
✅ 24-hour panoramic gym and mountain-view lawn
✅ Evening cultural performances: folk show at Green Forest Plaza 7:45–8:30 PM (closed Mondays)
✅ Optional helicopter cloud experience for aerial views of the bamboo sea (popular unique activity)
✅ Hotel electric shuttle covers the entire area, available on demand for bamboo sea boardwalk and village trips
5. Authentic Hakka bamboo feast and mountain specialties
Two dining options: all-day buffet breakfast + Ma'an local specialty restaurant
✔ Buffet breakfast 7:30–10:00 AM, mix of Chinese and Western dishes, 48 RMB per child, 88 RMB per adult
✔ Must-try specialties: bamboo tube chicken, bamboo fungus mountain mushroom soup, freshly baked bamboo tube rice, Hakka stuffed tofu. Ingredients sourced locally from the mountains, fresh, light, and not greasy.
3. Relaxed 2-day 1-night itinerary (for couples or families)
Day 1 Arrival · pool photos · private hot spring soak at night
2. 00 PM Transfer from parking lot to hotel shuttle, check in, drop off luggage
3. 30 PM Swim and take photos at the mountaintop infinity pool, check in at the bamboo sea suspended pool
6:30 PM Dinner at Ma'an local restaurant with specialty bamboo feast, taste Hakka mountain dishes
8:00 PM Return to room for private hot spring soak, listen to bamboo forest evening breeze, stargaze; if time allows, watch folk performance at the plaza
Day 2 Bamboo sea hike · cloud sea viewing · departure
7:00 AM Early balcony viewing of mountain cloud sea (better after rain)
9:30 AM Buffet breakfast, then take the shuttle to explore Ma'an bamboo sea boardwalk, breathe fresh mountain air
11. 30 AM Stroll through mountain village, visit terraced fields and bamboo creek
12. 30 PM Check out, lunch, then drive back
4. Nearby must-see spots
1. Ma'an bamboo sea scenic area: 200m from the hotel, vast bamboo forest hiking and popular glass viewing platform
2. Shanshui Shuanghe ancient village: 6 km away, Hakka old village and rice field photo spot
3. Lihuagu waterfall: 6 km away, mountain stream waterfall, cool for summer creek trekking
5. Practical tips to avoid pitfalls
1. Large temperature difference between day and night in the mountains. Even in summer, bring a light jacket. Early mornings watching the cloud sea can be chilly.
2. Many mosquitoes in the forest. The hotel provides mosquito repellent. Sensitive skin guests should bring their own.
3. For photos, wear light-colored or beige long dresses for the best match with the green bamboo sea.
4. Rooms fill up quickly during holidays. Book 1–2 weeks in advance. Choose packages with breakfast for two and specialty dinner for better value.
5. Mountain roads have many curves. Drive during the day if possible. If arriving at night, contact the front desk a day in advance.