Living in the Old Times by the River in Guangzhou | In-depth Review of SLH Lingnan Five
Visited Guangzhou in spring and experienced one of the SLH members - Lingnan Five.
Conclusion first: The riverside location is excellent, the decor is vintage, and the service and facilities are quite complete. Although there are some rough edges upon closer inspection, the overall experience is still very good.
First, the location
The hotel is located on Yanjiang Road, which is an authentic old Guangzhou area. The hotel is right across from the river embankment. There are two subway stations within 1 km, the closest being Tuanyida, an old subway station without escalators or elevators, so be mindful if you have luggage. There are many famous eateries nearby, with the old dim sum restaurant Yongli Restaurant just a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Sitting there, enjoying the river view and sipping morning tea, you can instantly feel the relaxation of old Guangzhou.
Second, the view
As long as you choose a room facing the Pearl River with a balcony, you can easily enjoy an unobstructed view of the river in your daily life. During the season when the kapok flowers bloom, the bright red flowers complement each other, and the boats slowly pass by, creating an indescribable beautiful scene.
Third, the brand tone
The hotel is a member of SLH, focusing on a small and beautiful route. The overall vintage decor of the hotel complements this brand tone. The service is also very attentive, and if you have any needs, as long as you communicate with the staff in a timely and accurate manner, they can basically be met.
Fourth, the rooftop bar
The No. 5 Bar, which opened with the hotel, has been open for nearly ten years, according to the bartender. The bar follows a quiet bar route, and due to its long opening time, the decor is relatively simple. Although it is not an internet-famous bar, it is very suitable for business talks or small gatherings with friends. Drinking a little wine and enjoying the river breeze is really comfortable and free.
First, the facilities
The hotel has been open for a long time, and some facilities have obvious signs of wear and tear, and some sanitary corners are difficult to clean thoroughly. The elevator odor problem needs to be solved urgently, as the smell is really strong. However, overall it is still acceptable, and the wear and tear of some hardware facilities adds to the overall vintage charm of the hotel.
Second, the breakfast
Breakfast is served in a self-service order form, with staff providing a menu for the day, and guests can choose what they want to eat and how much they want, all included in the price of the buffet breakfast.