Yangshuo Mountain Retreat sits on the Yulong River in the countryside near Gaotian town, with the river scenic area a one-minute walk away and Moon Hill and the old Totem Ancient Road within about five kilometres. It has around seventeen room types, from classic and superior doubles to family rooms, lofts and two-bedroom suites, and many have river views, terraces or both. Facilities include a restaurant and cafe, a terrace and garden, a spa and massage service, free bicycle rental, scooter rental, hiking and biking trails, ecotours and a playground. It feels like a country inn rather than a polished resort, and its charm is the setting, with the river, the farm fields and the karst hills right outside. It is a good-value base for cyclists, hikers and families.
Location and getting around
West Street is about eleven minutes by car and the Impression Liu Sanjie theatre about twelve minutes, so the hotel is peaceful but still close to the main sights. The Yulong River scenic area is on the doorstep, which makes the area ideal for bamboo rafts and walks by the river, and the free bicycles are a good way to explore the lanes. The airport is around an hour away by road, and the hotel offers a round-trip airport shuttle for an additional fee.
Rooms and who it suits
River-view double rooms are the popular choice for couples, while family suites and lofts give space for children and groups. The hotel appeals to cyclists, walkers, photographers and anyone who prefers quiet nights to bars. Visitors who want a lively street scene or late-night food within walking distance may prefer to stay closer to town and take a short ride out for the countryside.
Good to know
A breakfast of local dishes is served daily in the morning for an added charge, and free self parking is available on site. Because the hotel is in the countryside, restaurants nearby are limited, so plan to eat at the hotel or ride into town. Rates vary widely by room type and season, and river-view rooms are best booked ahead in the autumn peak. Check the room descriptions carefully, as rooms differ in size and view, and ask about mosquito protection in summer.
Why stay here
- ✓River-view rooms and terraces
- ✓Free bicycle rental
- ✓Restaurant and cafe
- ✓Spa and massage
- ✓Hiking and biking trails
- ✓Garden and playground
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓Airport shuttle (extra charge)
Good questions
Does the hotel offer bicycles?+
Yes, free bicycle rental is offered, along with scooter rental. Check the hotel for helmets and the return time.
How far is it from West Street?+
About eleven minutes by car. The Yulong River scenic area is a one-minute walk from the hotel.
Is there an airport shuttle?+
A round-trip airport shuttle is offered for an additional fee. Arrange it ahead because the airport is about an hour away.
