Yu Yue Mansion

The hotel is just across the street from the lake. At the corner there’s this really nice restaurant that we ate at 2x. Other very near restaus too. The room is clean and spacious enough. The place is also a quick Didi from the main attractions, you can even walk to it if you want to. The staff team/owners were also quite nice and accommodating. Just warning if you arrive late and have no local number, might be hard to contact the staff. I had to call a local friend to call them.

I loved the location - in the older more traditional ‘Xiguan’ area of Liwan. Wonderful to walk around and a great base for exploring the city. Much more pedestrian friendly this side of town. Great restaurants and street food nearby (several 4+ rated on dianping right on the doorstep), and the beautiful Liwan Lake Park, with all its daily liveliness and afternoon operas. Probably the most beautiful area of Guangzhou (that I’ve seen).  The hotel is a small business. Friendly and personal. No big foyer and concierge, and alleyway rather than road access. The alleys in Guangzhou are beautiful and full of life, so to me this was a plus. Passcode entrance at night.  The hotel is clean, casual but professional, low key and a bit special. Enjoyed it so much I ended up extending my stay.  The room is very generously sized. This room has two small balconies, great for relaxing in the afternoon with the sites and sounds of the trees and neighbourhood.  Bed is quite firm but I found it very comfortable. Good quality linen, pillows and towels. Big shower and clean bathroom.  And kittens (if you’re lucky and visit while they’re still small).

Came back after already staying there last year, will definitely choose it again next time I visit Guangzhou!