The Ultimate Family Getaway in Xinchang! Weekend Water Fun in the Mountains!

After visiting The Chedi Ninghai, I coincidentally stayed at The Chedi Xinchang. While The Chedi Ninghai is perched on a mountain, The Chedi Xinchang nestles in a valley—both share the Chedi brand but offer distinctly different vibes. All rooms are standalone villas. I stayed in the Qingya Residence, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic views of the river and cliffs, creating a feeling of living between the mountains and water. Opened in 2021, The Chedi Xinchang is still fresh, with top-notch amenities: Guerlain toiletries, Hansgrohe fixtures, and a complimentary minibar. The Cloud Ladder is the real highlight: A fully transparent elevator ascends through a 206-meter-high canyon, piercing the sea of clouds to reach the mountaintop, where a teahouse and some dining options await. Other activities and experiences: - The infinity pool is perfect for photos and slightly more practical than the one at The Chedi Ninghai. - Hiker-friendly: The back gate leads directly to the Shijiufeng Trail, offering serene solo hikes in the early morning. - Missed the family workshops and equestrian activities, but they seem well-curated. Other notes: Dining options were limited this time—most restaurants were a 20-minute drive away, so I ate at the hotel. The food was decent, nothing extraordinary, but priced slightly lower than The Chedi Ninghai. Breakfast featured many Shaoxing and Shengzhou local delicacies, with a wide variety of both Chinese and Western options.