1,000 Marriott Properties | Lanzhou Sheraton: Warm Hospitality but Bland Cuisine

|The Lanzhou Sheraton stands out for its warm service but underwhelming food. This newly opened Sheraton impresses with excellent service and a stunning lobby. I love the modern Sheraton aesthetic—minimalist black decor. From the moment I entered, the front office manager greeted me warmly, guided me through check-in at the lounge, where the staff were both professional and welcoming. The suite felt a bit cramped—it would’ve been better as an open-concept layout. Oddly, it had two bathrooms but also featured an extravagant bathtub. #ConnectedByWhatMovesYou #DesignedForLife #FloorToCeilingWindows #HomeAwayFromHome #HotelGoals♡ The executive lounge offers gorgeous views of the Yellow River bend, with a cozy ambiance. Afternoon tea at the lobby bar is a steal—great value for money (ˊ˘ˋ*)♡. Breakfast service was smooth too, with seamless seating and coffee service. But the lounge food? Disappointing. Two days of greasy lamb skewers and undercooked rice left my stomach uneasy—I skipped it on the last day. Kudos to the lounge bartender, though—her cocktail skills were on point (ˊ˘ˋ*)♡. Breakfast wasn’t much better—scattered presentation. The noodle station chef was friendly, but the noodles were sticky (unforgivable in Lanzhou!) and the broth bland. Nearby, Mogouyan’s ¥8 beef noodles put it to shame. Hey chef, no hard feelings—maybe take some notes? (ㅅ´ 3`)♡ The hotel is super convenient—right by Exit A of Haiguan Metro Station, with easy access to downtown Xiaoxihu. Bus 88 (a charming retro line) goes to Lanzhou Old Street (Jiandu Museum) (ˊ˘ˋ*)♡. Bus 20 reaches the Dunhuang Art Gallery (Reader Museum). We spent three full days in Lanzhou and still wanted more—I passed Yintan Beach multiple times without stopping, and missed the ¥3 Yellow River ferry rides (ㅅ´ 3`)♡. Lanzhou’s laid-back vibe and the hotel’s comfort slowed my pace (okay, fine—I slept in till 10am daily 😃).