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Posted on May 7, 2026
Guest UserI stayed in an air-conditioned cabin without a private bathroom this time. It was cleaner than I expected. I'd recommend bringing a pair of flip-flops for the shared showers. Other amenities like toothbrushes and towels were disposable, which was great. Getting a taxi was difficult, but the host was incredibly thoughtful and came to pick us up. There was a bonfire party in the evening, and they set off fireworks like there was no tomorrow! Watching the stars and fireworks in the desert was absolutely beautiful!
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Price per night from:MXN$622
Posted on Aug 26, 2025
Kevin_suixinsuoyu
With the high temperatures in Suzhou and Hangzhou, this is a great escape to the heat in the northwest, featuring a lovely guesthouse village. Nan'an is the largest guesthouse complex in the area, with 40 rooms out of a total of 100. This time, we stayed at Taojiaying West House, with a swimming pool in front and a farm/ranch/ranch in the back – very pleasant. The room details were also very well done, suitable for large families or groups of friends.
Both restaurants in the village are good for breakfast: 🌻Xiangke (more variety),
🍜Lao Wang Ji Breakfast & Midnight Canteen. Special praise to Nan'an's management team, including Da Yuan and her group; they communicated with us before our arrival and were very attentive. During our stay, our drone got stuck in a tree in the yard, and the management team helped us find a solution from evening until morning, finally fixing it with a tree trunk over ten meters long.
- Climb the Great Wall (five-minute climb to the top) for panoramic views of the Yellow River and the village.
- Feeding lambs, riding camels, milking goats.
I call it the Yellow River version of ”Wuzhen Village”; the entire village has an integrated design with a Mediterranean feel, perfect for photos.
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Price per night from:MXN$3,114
Posted on Aug 23, 2026|Desert Horizon 180° Sand View Family Room (Private Air Conditioning + Private Bathroom + Terrace)
Guest UserThe biggest surprise of my trip to Zhongwei was staying at the Xiang Tengger Desert Hotel. Deep in the Tengger Desert, far from the hustle and bustle, the dedicated shuttle service made check-in hassle-free, saving us the trouble of driving into the sand ourselves. The rooms were clean and dry, which is quite rare for a desert environment, and the facilities exceeded our expectations. During the day, we enjoyed playing on the sand dunes, with plenty of activities like sandboarding and other desert adventures that kept the kids entertained. In the evening, we waited for the stunning desert sunset, and after dark, there was a bonfire party and fireworks. Looking up, we could see the brilliant Milky Way – the atmosphere was absolutely incredible. The staff were warm and attentive, quickly resolving any issues we had. Overall, it perfectly blended wilderness adventure with comfort, making it ideal for a family trip. If I ever return to the Zhongwei desert, I'll definitely stay here again.
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Price per night from:MXN$583
Posted on May 4, 2025|Xunmeng·Modern Retreat King Tent
Guest UserThis self-guided desert tour is absolutely amazing! The desert scenery is majestic and magnificent, and the afterglow of the setting sun shines on the golden sand dunes, as beautiful as a painting. The campsite facilities are complete and the staff are warm and caring. The food is diverse, the roasted whole lamb is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the aroma is overflowing. Camel riding, sand boarding and other activities are super exciting. Moreover, the self-guided itinerary is free and allows you to deeply experience the charm of the desert. Highly recommended, looking forward to coming again next time!
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Price per night from:MXN$605
Posted on Jul 8, 2026
Guest UserThis Mercure hotel by Donghu Lake is amazing! The lakeside scenery is absolutely stunning, and the rooms are well-equipped and clean, with 24-hour AC and hot water. The huge floor-to-ceiling windows let you watch the starry sky and sunrise without even leaving your room. The terrace also has a great vibe and is perfect for photos. The bonfire, fireworks, and firework show add a touch of romance. The service is attentive and thoughtful; the butler was very responsive and quick to resolve any issues. The environment is quiet and peaceful, making it incredibly relaxing to return to your room after exploring Donghu Lake. Being able to participate in the evening bonfire party and firework show was a real treat!
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Price per night from:MXN$1,436
Posted on Sep 18, 2026|Family Friendly Superior Cabin (2 Beds)
Guest UserThe rooms aren't cheap, but the facilities, perhaps due to the hotel's age, can't compare to other desert hotels in the same price range. Yet, the prices remain stubbornly high. Even the 'superior' cabins feel like nothing more than oversized shipping containers. What's more, the pricier and more '高级' (premium) cabins are actually more remote, which is completely counter-intuitive to other high-end hotels. Getting around is extremely inconvenient.
Although supper is served until 11:30 PM, there's no transportation back to your room after 11 PM. It's incredibly frustrating; even in heavy rain, you have to walk back yourself. The hygiene is pretty average – lots of sand and tons of flies. The hotel's fame is the only thing it has going for it, but experiencing it firsthand quickly disillusions you. The staff seemed quite tired, so their attitude was understandably just okay. On top of that, the weather was bad, which also made for a very mediocre experience. If it rains, there are practically no activities available, so choose carefully.
Its strengths are, firstly, the wide variety of food options, and secondly, the ability to go sandboarding right outside your door. However, if you're not planning to visit Shapotou, there's no need to come here. Plus, many other desert hotels now offer activities similar to those at Shapotou, so you don't even need to leave the hotel to enjoy them. The 'stars' (referring to some facility or feature, possibly the overall quality or rating) are a bit old, and getting in and out is also very inconvenient.
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Price per night from:MXN$6,797
Posted on Oct 7, 2024
Kathleenqian
Stayed for two nights and tried two different room types: a log cabin and a lotus tent. The housekeeper's service is very good. He replies to WeChat messages and answers phone calls immediately at any time. It makes tourists who are not familiar with camping projects feel very reassured. The breakfast is very rich. During holidays, it is recommended to go there just after the meal starts, when there are fewer people and you can enjoy the special food slowly. The desert project package can be purchased directly at the registration desk, which is very convenient. The sandboard can be used for free and unlimited sliding. We stayed in Dongge Camp for a whole day. The next day, the housekeeper helped us contact Master Wang to charter a car to visit several popular attractions in Zhongwei. The half-day tour was not too fast or too slow, and the experience was very good. Recommended to all friends who want to camp in the desert and charter a car
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Price per night from:MXN$641
Posted on Mar 24, 2025
Guest User
The rooms are spacious and comfortable, clean and hygienic.
The best is the humanized service. From entering the door to staying, every staff member I met was very polite, making me feel at home!
The hotel has a good dining environment, friends and family gatherings are very suitable, especially the breakfast is very rich, there are Zhongwei specialties!
All corners of the hotel are like spring, as if to Yunnan, full of mountains and rivers!
Several little beauties in the hotel lobby are well-qualified and have temperament. They are really the beauty and temperament of the girls in the middle and middle.
Stay here next time!
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Price per night from:MXN$743
Posted on Apr 7, 2024
Guest User
The room is very good. Walking out of the French window is the desert. Each house is far away from each other, with good privacy and a wide view. The bed is clean and comfortable, two big beds or less. The hotel helped us merge two 1.2 single beds together. We are not afraid of the air conditioning being very warm at night. There is also heating in winter. In addition, the service is very good. From the beginning of booking the room, I called to consult and was very patient to explain the room and travel route problems to me. I called twice in total, and the call time was very long. The front desk staff was really patient and professional. After arriving at the store, the service was as good as always. Whether it is the front desk, the shuttle bus driver, or the restaurant staff, they all have good service, enthusiasm and patience. This may also be the characteristic of our northwest people, hospitality! In short, this hotel is very satisfactory and worth coming again. There are also children's activities, handicrafts, stargazing explanations, and the fireworks at night are beautiful! Special thanks to Xiao Jiang at the front desk, because I heard that she should answer the phone, and the service after arriving at the store is also meticulous. The photos are all taken by my mobile phone in real life, which is really beautiful!
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Price per night from:MXN$4,049
Posted on Jun 25, 2025
Guest UserI absolutely loved this place! I’m writing this as a foreigner who went with 4 other foreigners for a special birthday weekend. First, the service. We have good Chinese proficiency, but those with limited to none will be fine. Most of the communication and coordination is handled via WeChat - which can auto translate. 东 “Dong” was our main contact. He rocked and gave us a real experience. He shuttled us in the sand jeep, gifted me a cake for my birthday, and was just an overall cool guy. Thanks! Second, the location and accommodations. If you stay near Desert Star, there’s a lot of people and campsites - that area seems like a bit of a tourist funnel. This area is located in the REAL sand dunes area. Further North, you actually cross into Inner Mongolia. The separation and distance is worth it. Makes for brighter stars and a more authentic experience. Third, the food. They were able to coordinate a whole lamb to be roasted for my birthday. It was absolutely extraordinary. The sides for it were some of the best I had on the entire trip - they have some skilled chefs there. This place has great reviews, and it’s worth it. I do recommend this to foreigners, and I hope I can return one day.
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Price per night from:MXN$591