Find a secluded retreat in the heart of the city | Zen·Meditation·Seclusion
📍 Zen Retreat·Elegant Courtyard Hotel (Near Wenshu Monastery & Chunxi Road)
Ambiance💖:
The hotel embraces a "Zen-inspired" 📿 aesthetic throughout. The lobby, courtyard🏡, and guest rooms🛋️ are meticulously designed, blending natural🍃 and cultural elements with lush greenery🌳 and murmuring water features🎍, creating an atmosphere of tranquility and harmony.
🏨 Upon entering, the electric sliding doors part slowly to reveal a screen inscribed with the character "Zen." Behind it lies a quaint and elegant🪷 courtyard adorned with miniature mountains⛰️, flowing water, verdant plants🍃, fragrant incense, and soothing melodies🎶—like stepping into a living painting🖼️ that instantly uplifts the spirit.
I arrived during a light drizzle, perfect for enjoying a game of chess♟️ or sipping tea🍵 while playing the guqin in the first-floor courtyard. As the sky☁️ grew dim, chatting over tea felt utterly blissful.
Rooms🛏️:
Furnished with imported golden nanmu🪵 wood, the rooms exude a subtle woody fragrance for better sleep. Warm lighting💡 enhances the serene🪔 and cozy vibe. Smart room controls allow you to call📞 "Xiaowei" for any request. The premium smart🚽 toilet includes an emergency button🔘, ideal for elderly guests. The bathroom🧽 features a separate shower🚿, with the🧼 sink outside for a more spacious feel. The🛏️ bedding is exceptionally comfortable—the mattress strikes the perfect balance between firm and soft, ensuring restful sleep. The curtains🪟 offer excellent blackout, sealing out daylight completely❗️. Relax on the🧸 tatami with a cup of☕️ tea while gazing at the scenic🎑 views outside—a truly serene moment.
Tips🪑:
The hotel offers a unique breakfast and Zen activities. If you'd like to try meditation🧘 or scripture copying📜, contact the butler. A small activity room on the 5th floor is perfect for quiet reflection.
From check-in, the hotel🏨 provides butler-style service—guiding you through the layout, carrying luggage🧳, and answering questions—making the experience truly👍 exceptional!
🎈 A distinctive touch: Buddhist prayer beads📿 double as your room key and power card, adding to the Zen ambiance.
Nearby⤵️:
Wenshu Monastery is an 8-minute walk away, ideal for exploring and dining. 🚇 Metro Lines 1/6 are within walking🚶♀️ distance, and Chunxi Road or Kuanzhai Alley are just a 10-minute🚗 ride.
For photography📷 enthusiasts, wear traditional Chinese attire at sunset🌅—flowing robes👘 against the courtyard's🏡 scenery—to capture stunning📸 oriental-style portraits.