[2025 Jianshi Stay] Travel Guide for Yashe Cliff Glass Hostel (Updated Apr)

Wuhu North Enshi to Hubei Enshi Dixin Valley travel where to live? Don't have to go find a strategy and don't have to go to the hotel again, just live in the heart of the valley! This time our self-driving Enshi chose the Lixin Valley Cliffs Cliff Glass Hotel, right at the entrance of the scenic spot, standing on the opposite side of the house is the cliff path, you can see the stars at night, you can see the sun during the day, if you are lucky You can also see the sea of clouds. The rooms are single-family, there are standard rooms and parent-child rooms, there are many options, and there is a transparent glass window on the roof, and you can watch the stars at night.

📍 Location: Enshi Grand Canyon Scenic Area is located in Gaoping Town, Jianshi County, Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hubei Province. 🚗 Transportation: - By air: Arrive at Enshi Airport, then transfer to Gaoping. The journey is 76 km and takes about 1 hour. - By water: From the Yangtze River Golden Waterway to Badong Port, it is 75 km from Shimen River Scenic Area, about a 1-hour drive. - By car: If driving, take the Gaoping interchange exit on the Shanghai-Chongqing Expressway and drive for 5 km. Yichang is 120 km from Gaoping via expressway, and Enshi is 76 km from Gaoping via expressway. - By train: Whether you are coming from Wuhan, Xiangyang, or Yichang, or from Chengdu, Chongqing, or Wanzhou, you can take a special bus from Enshi Station or Jianshi Station directly to the scenic area. 👍️ Must-see attractions: - "Cloud Top" Glass Bridge: The bridge has a total length of 286m, a width of 2.6m, and is about 200m above the river valley. The bridge deck is made of transparent glass, with some sections featuring animated glass for a unique walking experience. Walking on it offers panoramic views and a thrilling sensation of floating in the air. - Cliffside Plank Road: This is one of the most "challenging" plank roads in Hubei. Built along the cliffs, it offers breathtaking views of the deep valley. The scenery is both dangerous and spectacular, with each step providing a unique experience. - Underground Caves: Known for their "wildness," the caves have a total length of 2,600m. Along the way, there are attractions such as the Echo Spring, Emerald Wonderland, Salt God Palace, and Underground Rainbow. The canyon is deep and mysterious, with steep cliffs, cascading streams, and clear water, resembling a secluded wonderland. - Ancient Bashu Salt Road: With a history of about 6,000 years, it is hailed by *China National Geographic* as the fifth largest ancient road in China. It retains the original ecological features of the "Bashu Throat" since the pre-Qin period. Walking on the ancient road, you can feel the weight of history and the wisdom of the ancients. - Heart of the Earth: Uniquely shaped like the heart of the earth, this is a romantic spot in the scenic area. Many tourists take photos here to create lasting memories. 🎟️ Ticket prices: - Adult tickets booked online are usually CNY 120. - Ticket + shuttle bus: The original price for an adult package is CNY 150; discounted tickets (children/seniors/students) are CNY 90. 💗 Other tips: - Visiting time: The scenic area is 5.8 km long and requires walking the entire length without backtracking, which takes about 3–4 hours. It is recommended to plan your time accordingly and wear comfortable shoes. - Transportation within the scenic area: You can purchase a round-trip shuttle bus ticket for CNY 30. There is also an aerial "magic carpet" escalator. Purchasing a ticket on-site for this escalator can save you 30 minutes of walking and is suitable for visitors with limited mobility or those who prefer a more relaxed experience. - Best time to visit: Summer (May to July) is recommended. The climate in the valley is pleasant during this time, neither too cold nor too hot. You can also experience various water activities, such as kayaking, cliffside rafting, and water swings. - Accommodation recommendations: For an immersive experience of the tranquility and beauty of the scenic area, you can stay at the Dixingu Yashe Hotel inside the scenic area. There are three room types available: glass houses, Qiankun Bay rooms, and space capsules. You can enjoy the sunrise over the canyon and the starry sky at night. Alternatively, you can choose other accommodations in nearby Gaoping Town. - Food recommendations: In addition to sightseeing, you can savor local specialties such as selenium-rich products, Tan family dishes, Enshi bean curd, Guankou grapes, Jianshi kiwi fruit, "gold wrapped in silver" (a local dish), Jingyang white grapefruit, Jingyang chicken, and roasted potatoes, allowing you to enjoy your trip from the first bite.

🌄Hubei Enshi, a place praised by "National Geographic" as "the most beautiful place in China", attracts countless tourists with its breathtaking cliffs, crystal-clear streams, and sapphire-like lakes. Today, let me take you on a journey to this paradise-like land and explore its endless charm. 🏞️Earth Core Valley: The karst landforms and mountain streams here complement each other, as if they are the most proud works of nature. Especially the exquisite scenery on the cliffs is breathtaking. You can also choose to stay in the cliffside民宿 of Earth Core Valley. This small wooden house nestled in the mountains allows you to admire the starry sky from your bed even on summer nights. 🏞️Ping Shan Grand Canyon: If Earth Core Valley is a masterpiece of nature, then Ping Shan Grand Canyon is a miracle of nature. Under the cliffs, the Tiffany blue glass lake is like a dazzling sapphire, embedded at the bottom of the cliff. The beauty here is definitely worth a two-hour drive to visit. 🚄Transportation Guide: From Wuhan, you can choose a high-speed train directly to Enshi. Enshi Station is very close to the city center, and a taxi ride only costs around 15 yuan. If you choose to fly, Xu Jiaping Airport is less than 20 yuan from the city center. After arriving in Enshi, you can choose to take a bus, carpool, or self-drive to various attractions according to your itinerary. 🏯Tusi City: As one of the landmark attractions in Enshi, Tusi City is very close to the airport, and a taxi ride takes less than ten minutes. If you have enough time, it is recommended to visit here on the first day to experience the profound historical and cultural heritage of Enshi. 🍜Recommended Food: 🥔Roasted Potato: As a specialty snack of Enshi, roasted potato is famous for its crispy and delicious taste. Personally, I recommend the roasted potato from street vendors, which is the most authentic. Eat it right away, and you will definitely have an unforgettable experience. 🥟Bean Skin: Enshi's bean skin is also a must-try delicacy. Although there is no specific recommended shop, everyone says that the one downstairs in their own community is the most delicious. In the morning, you can try this authentic breakfast downstairs in your community. 🐟Spicy and Numbing Fish: This dish is both spicy and numbing, with a unique taste, somewhat like hotpot. If you like spicy food, then spicy and numbing fish is definitely your best choice. After eating the fish, you can also add various side dishes and continue to enjoy this delicious hotpot. 🥟Oil-Fragrant: Oil-fragrant is a traditional snack in Enshi, similar to a stuffed mianwo. It tastes salty or spicy, and is perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea. 🛍️Shopping Tips: Enshi Second Street is known by locals as the most authentic snack street. In addition to food, there are also various specialty snacks and handicrafts. During your visit, you can come here to browse and find some unique souvenirs to take home. 🌟In short, Enshi is a place full of charm. Whether it is natural scenery or cultural landscape, it makes people linger. If you plan to travel to Enshi, you can refer to my guide. I believe you will have an unforgettable journey to paradise!

1. Scenery: ᴼ Strength: The hotel is located on a cliff 356 meters high, with a 270-degree view of the surrounding valley. The valley is surrounded by green peaks and a stream at the bottom. Whether it's the sunrise over the sea of clouds in the valley in the early morning or the starry sky at night, the view is breathtaking. Guests can enjoy unique views of cliffs, valleys, and forests from their rooms, as if they were in a fairyland. This close contact with nature is intoxicating. ᴼ Example: A guest commented, "Looking out the window, you can see lush mountains and a deep valley. The shock is intoxicating. Here, nature is the best decoration, and every glance is a visual enjoyment." 2. Room facilities: ᴼ Strength: The rooms are warmly and comfortably furnished, and the high-quality bedding ensures a good sleep. Most rooms are equipped with smart facilities, such as smart showers and automatic curtains, which are convenient to use. Some rooms have skylights and independent terraces, adding fun and a romantic atmosphere to the stay. The rooms are spacious, and the bathrooms, living rooms, bedrooms, and other functional areas are reasonably divided and fully equipped. ᴼ Weakness: Some guests reported minor issues with some of the room facilities, such as damaged showerheads, bathroom doors that could not be closed, and poor frosted effects on bathroom doors. 3. Catering services: ᴼ Strength: The hotel offers local cuisine, fresh ingredients, and delicious food. Especially dinner, which is reasonably priced and has received many positive reviews from guests. ᴼ Weakness: Some guests encountered a lack of dining options during their stay, but this may be related to the hotel's business strategy and the off-peak season. 4. Services: ᴼ Strength: The staff is friendly and provides thoughtful service. After check-in, they will help guests who need to carry large luggage to their rooms, and they will also help carry luggage from the room to the front desk when checking out, which is convenient for guests. The front desk staff will answer any questions guests have and can provide detailed information and suggestions for sightseeing. ᴼ Example: A netizen commented, "The front desk girls are super nice, patient, and always answer questions. The bellboys and uncles are also very enthusiastic. The service is really great." 5. Surrounding environment and entertainment: ᴼ Strength: The hotel is located at the entrance of Dixin Valley Scenic Area and is adjacent to the glass bridge in Dixin Valley, which is very convenient for sightseeing. The scenic area also offers a variety of outdoor activities, such as Dixin Spring, Sky Carpet, and Wild Water Crossing. Guests can experience the fun of outdoor sports in the valley. ᴼ Weakness: There are relatively few entertainment projects around the hotel, which may seem a bit monotonous for some guests who pursue diversified entertainment. 6. Price: ᴼ Mixed opinions: Some guests think the hotel's room rate is high, mainly because of its unique geographical location and scenic advantages, and the room rate has a certain premium. But some guests think that they can enjoy such a unique experience here, and the price is acceptable.

In the Dixing Valley scenic area, one of the top five must-visit attractions in Enshi, there lies a wild luxury hotel built on a cliff at an altitude of 356 meters—the Cliff Dwelling Glass Hotel. Adjacent to the 9D glass bridge, the hotel is built at an altitude of 356 meters along the mountain, standing above the cliff. The mornings here boast a magnificent sea of clouds at sunrise, and at night, it is enveloped by a sky full of stars. The high-speed train goes directly to Gaoping Station, and it's less than a 10-minute drive from the station, which is quite convenient ✅ Enshi Dixing Valley Scenic Area⛰️ Rugged canyons, high mountain karst rock dissolution valley terrain Splashing waterfalls, clear streams, bringing a different visual enjoyment There are also thrilling high-altitude, cliff drifting projects, and Tujia song and dance performances💃🏻

After wandering through a bunch of mountains, do you still need to climb here? First of all, visual fatigue is definite, even with blue skies and white clouds. However, this is a very mature and convenient scenic area for free travel; if you have extra time and want to exercise, this is a good place to visit. 🌟 The scenic area is not large, half a day is enough; 🌟 Similarly, there are also a bunch of small transports here: transfer vehicles (mandatory), glass bridge, sightseeing elevator, and aerial magic carpet (choose freely according to physical strength and time, I only took the magic carpet); 🌟 The Jianshi Earth Valley Cliff Hotel at the entrance of the scenic area is similar to many in China. 🌟 Public transportation: Take a high-speed train/train to Gaoping station, and there is a shuttle bus (3 yuan/person) directly to the scenic area when you exit the station, and the same for the return trip; if the bus hasn't arrived, you can also take a taxi (about 3 kilometers). Enshi Earth Valley is a typical high-mountain karst gorge geomorphological feature, formed 200 million years ago during the Triassic period. In the long geological history, under different geological forces, it has formed unique geological wonders such as stone mortars, stone books, stone eyes, and stone gates. Enshi Earth Valley Scenic Area

I just came back from the Earth's Core Valley, and I really can't allow you to not know about this beautiful secret place! 😱 The Earth's Core Valley, located in Gaoping Town, Jianshi County, Enshi City, Hubei Province, is simply a masterpiece of nature! 🌄 I didn’t feel tired at all after the climb. The first half was a winding downstairs, but it was still very relaxing. 🧘‍♀ The closer you get to the bottom of the valley, the more beautiful the scenery becomes! With towering ancient trees, singing birds and buzzing insects, this place is a huge natural oxygen bar. In addition, when the sun shines into the valley, the morning mist has not yet dissipated, and it feels like the Wizard of Oz, it really is a fairyland! If you want to escape the heat in summer, this is the right place to choose! 😎 About the address: Gaoping Town, Jianshi County, Enshi City, Hubei Province, there is a high-speed rail station, you can get off directly at Gaoping Station. About the route: Visitor Center → Take the scenic shuttle bus → Entrance to the Earth's Core Valley → Glass Bridge-Shuxin Valley → Xixin Valley → Bayan Ancient Road → Wenxin Valley → Magic Carpet in the Sky → Sightseeing Elevator → Scenic Area Exit Scenic Shuttle Bus → Visitor Center. It takes about 2 hours to reach the bottom of the valley by following the plank road down the mountain. The scenery is very beautiful. The lower you go, the colder it gets and the air is fresher. Not far from the bottom of the valley is the love check-in point, so don’t miss it. There are also some small entertainment projects in the scenic area, such as kayaking to travel around the mountains and water, which is particularly relaxing🛶 Ticket information: Scenic area gate ticket: 120 yuan (must buy) Glass bridge: 90 yuan Air carpet: 25 yuan Scenic area transfer ticket round trip: 30 yuan Sightseeing elevator: 35 yuan Accommodation recommendation: Dixin Valley Cliff House, located on a cliff with a vertical height of 356 meters, surrounded by canyons on three sides, with a 270-degree super beautiful view. It is recommended that everyone purchase time-saving and labor-saving items such as the glass bridge, magic carpet, and elevator. It is very tiring to hike the entire journey. We bought them all, so it was easier to walk around and the tour lasted about 4-5 hours. It is recommended that you travel light and just bring a bottle of mineral water.

The Valley of the Earth's Core is truly a great choice for exploring nature! The valley is filled with peculiar peaks, towering cliffs, babbling streams, and picturesque scenery. Walking through the forest paths, one can feel the tranquility and harmony of nature. There are also amazing subterranean wonders that are breathtaking. The cliffside hotel in the Valley of the Earth's Core offers beautiful views, and staying for a night is a wonderful experience too~ Homestay: Enshi Earth's Core Valley Cliff House Hotel Address: Near Shimen Village, Gao Ping Town, Jianshi County, Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hubei Province Located near the Enshi Earth's Core Valley scenic area, it is a unique cliffside glass homestay. The hotel's architecture ingeniously blends into the surrounding natural environment, resembling a blue canvas hanging in the sky. Each room is connected by stairs, surrounded by large areas of glass design, allowing one to overlook the abyss and feel the thrill of close contact with nature. The room design is ingenious, making full use of the geographical advantages of the cliff. Each room has large glass walls, offering a 360-degree viewing experience! Whether standing on the viewing balcony in the early morning, admiring the misty canyon scenery, or lying in bed on a quiet night, looking up at the moon and stars through the skylight, one can deeply feel the tranquility and beauty of the Valley of the Earth's Core. Close to the Earth's Core Valley scenic area, one can admire the rare high mountain karst doline and valley geomorphology. Walking on the winding cliff plank roads, enjoying the beauty of cliffs, peculiar rocks, ancient trees, and valley streams; or delving into the valley bottom, feeling the cool mountain breeze, listening to the babbling water, and experiencing water activities such as diving, water swings, and kayaking. Facilities like the sky carpet and vertical elevator are also great experiences.

Located on a cliff over 360 meters high, a hotel in the Earth Valley scenic area, facing the canyon and backed by mountains, living here can truly feel nature, and the room types are also very interesting. 🏨Hotel: Jianshi Earth Valley Cliff House Hotel 📍Address: Near Shimen Village, Gaoping Town, Enshi Earth Valley Scenic Area 🛏️Room type 1⃣️Qiankun Bay (Standard Room) This room type is the most cost-effective one, with two 1.35-meter single beds, 29 square meters, enough for two adults to stay, and it's no problem to bring a small baby. 2⃣️Cicada Mandarin Duck Qing Jue (Glass House Single Room) This is a more characteristic room, with floor-to-ceiling windows, you can watch the entire Earth Valley scenery from the room, and it also comes with a large balcony, a 2-meter large bed room, perfect for couples to stay. 3⃣️Space Capsule👩‍🚀 I believe no one can refuse this room type, the kind that can blow up the circle of friends, very special, panoramic glass, three sides are floor-to-ceiling windows, the room also comes with a skylight, lying on the bed at night counting stars, chatting with partners, don't mention how cozy it is.

🚩Enshi | Dixing Valley·Cliff House, a must-stay glass cabin in the Dixing Valley Scenic Area of Enshi🏕️! A hotel located on a cliff, a super unique homestay——Cliff House in the Dixing Valley Scenic Area of Enshi! This homestay is simply too stunning, built on a vertical height of 356 meters cliff, as if bringing a fairyland into reality! The Cliff House is located at the entrance of the Dixing Valley Scenic Area, with a super good location! Here you can tour, play, and stay in the heart of the earth, feeling like you've traveled to a fairyland on earth! Each room here is independent, built along the cliff, distributed at high and low levels, super dreamy! The windows of the room are very large, you can enjoy the beautiful view of the canyon and cliffs from inside the room! Especially when it rains, although you can't enjoy the scenery on the terrace, you can also appreciate the dangerousness of the canyon and cliffs from inside the room. Stay here for one night, wake up the next morning in the fresh wind and bird song of the valley🐦, it feels really great! Such a life, simply makes people bubble with happiness!💗 💰Price: between 290-700, discounts in the off-season～ If you also want to have a dream trip, why not come to the Dixing Valley Scenic Area in Enshi to experience the Cliff House! This place will definitely give you a super unforgettable experience! Remember to book in advance before you come~ to avoid running empty!👍🏻

Enshi Dingxin ValleyYashe Cliff Glass Hotel, next to the Dixin Valley Scenic Spot in Jianshi County, Enshi, facing the canyon and backing the mountains, is located on a cliff with a vertical height of 356 meters, and the walls are almost transparent. The glass, three sides of the gorge perspective, 270 degrees super beautiful sight. Each separate room is equipped with a terrace, where you can see the sunrise over the canyon, and at night you will be staring at the stars and meet the Milky Way...

I first saw this hotel group, I felt that it was a piece of metal house. After I checked in, I found out that although the appearance looked at the color is not very attractive to me, but the internal details can touch me. The whole is a glass room. There is a rectangular glass skylight on the square of the bed. It should be a star-themed design. Fortunately, it is true that there are stars in the night. Their bedding is very comfortable, and the big bed in the big bed room is left with me lying about one meter and eight feet. The whole space adopts mobile airborne equipment. The indoor, 53-square-meter space has a bathroom, living room and bedroom. The passengers can realize 360-degree view through the glass wall in the room. There are several sets of simple sofas in the room, and a wooden table with a coffee table. For me who needs to work, it is a very pleasant thing to make a cup of tea and work on the computer. I like the simple decoration, although it is a glass room, but the privacy is very good, the simple curtain is a private and independent small space. The " building is located on a cliff with a vertical height of 356 meters. It is surrounded by a gorge on three sides, 270 degrees super beautiful, and Yunding Xianyu, like Penglai. Dozens of homestays are independent. There are their own balconies, and the two rows of houses are separated by a small road into two types of rooms: the valley and the back. Fortunately, it is still very quiet, except for the insects, there is the sound of the bottom of the valley. Naturally quiet, if you like, you can choose to take a fresh air from the yellow lounge chair lying on the balcony, let the eyes and ears accept the gift from the mountain. If you are lucky, you can see it. Beautiful mountain clouds and sunrise. "Yashe-Stay near the distance" glass house, iron room, spirally extended from the entrance to the middle of the mountain, night selected The most in the room, when I woke up, I found it extraordinarily quiet. The Dongsheng sun unified the side of the roof, let every balcony "dip", except for some micro Cool, lying on a yellow chair, let you see me for the day This cliff house, no one is not good, no rain in recent days, valley water is less, water sound is clearly audible, no bird shadow but smell it. Live far, In addition to the trolley case, it takes a lot of effort, everything else is good! Secret address: Jianshi Gaoping Town Enshi Dixin Valley Scenic Spot near Shimen Village nearby Self-driving tourists in the parking lot can drive in directly, which is very convenient.