[2025 Zhangjiajie Hotels] Travel Guide for Manyuan Resort Hotel (Updated Jul)

📍Manyuan Resort Hotel, Zhangjiajie Manyuan Resort Hotel is a new hotel located in Zhangjiajie. The hotel is very close to the Zhangjiajie National Park, just five minutes away, which is very convenient. The room is big and clean with a lovely balcony. Also, the hotel has a convenient store next to the breakfast area. We really enjoyed our stay here! . . . #passionpassport #hotel #zhangjiajie #china #hunan #staycation #hotelstay #cozyplace

Solo travel in China Despite so many people saying I was crazy for even contemplating this given I don’t speak mandarin and due to some bias from the media, I went ahead with my China trip and I loved it. I flew with Air France from Edinburgh to Paris then Paris to Beijing. I booked a car to get me from the airport and opted to stay at the foot of Mutianyu Great Wall. That was probably one of the best decisions I made! I was on the wall early morning and hiked up to the highest point. I completely missed the crowds who were arriving from Beijing as I was leaving. What else is lovely about staying in Mutianyu Great Wall Hotel is that, come 5pm and it’s so peaceful The hotel also gives you unlimited free access to the wall and you get discounts for cable car which was amazing. A back injury prevented me from going on the toboggan ride down though. I then flew to Zhangjiajie. I stayed in the lovely hotel Manyuan Resort Hotel in Wulingyuan with a tub on the balcony! To only had two full days but the first day I spent on the glass bridge with a wander around the Grand Canyon. Day 2, I spent at avatar mountains and golden whip stream. The hotel not only booked all the tickets, they helped me with an itinerary. Most hotels do this from what I understand. Facial recognition is your ticket once you scan your passport at the gate - it really speeded things up. It wasn’t busy because it was through the week. It also rained a lot but there are people selling raincoats on the gate and it made it much more atmospheric. I moved on to Howdy smart hotel Chengdu near Chunxi Road and spent time at the Giant Panda Breeding and research centre. I did have concerns if it was ethical given I won’t even go to zoos, but I was comfortable with it. I didn’t get up to the red pandas because I couldn’t figure out how to use the buses. It’s a huge area and there is a lot of walking. I spent the rest of the time in Chengdu just wandering aroind. There are just so many things to explore. I went to the temple and had an amazing vegetable hot pot. Chengdu is vibrant! After this, I flew back to Beijing. I have to say it was my least favourite place. I’m not a huge fan of big cities though. I did stay in the amazing Guipi courtyard hotel on a Hutong. It was lovely. I had tickets for Tiananmen Square and Forbidden city. This is where I messed up. Two hours waiting in a huddle of people in 32 degrees. When I finally got to the front, I had no idea where to go. The security was immense. I ended up not going to either. Very frustrating and my poorly back got hurt due to the crowd surging forward. I cannot wait to go back!

If you are ever in Wulingyuan, don’t miss out on this great hotel! It’s spacious, clean and close to the park. Service is unbelievable good and breakfast is great. We will sure be back here during our next visit

Itinerary Planning - Day 1: Arrive in Zhangjiajie city center. Choose to stay in the downtown core or near the Tianmen Mountain Cableway. Enjoy free time in the afternoon, stroll along the pedestrian street, and try local snacks like Sanxiaguo (three-ingredient hotpot) and kudzu root powder. - Day 2: Visit Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Explore Yellow Stone Village, hike to the "Six Wonders Pavilion" for panoramic views of "Five-Finger Peak" and "Natural Great Wall". Enjoy a mountain-style lunch, then head to Yuanjiajie to see "Hallelujah Mountain", "Enchanted Terrace", and "World's First Bridge". Continue to Yangjiajie to explore the primitive plank roads of "Black Dragon Village". - Day 3: Morning walk along Golden Whip Stream, admiring legendary rock formations like "Splitting the Mountain to Rescue Mother" and "Divine Eagle Protecting the Whip". Take the cableway down at the end. In the afternoon, conquer Tianmen Mountain via the alpine cable car, experience the glass walkway, and visit "Heaven's Gate Cave" and "Ghost Valley Plank Road". - Day 4: Morning visit to Tusi Castle to learn about Tujia culture, see stilted buildings, and participate in intangible cultural heritage experiences. Enjoy a Tujia banquet for lunch, then travel to Furong Town to wander its flagstone streets and admire the waterfall running through town. Enjoy spectacular night views in the evening. - Day 5: Visit Phoenix Ancient Town for a boat ride on Tuo River, experiencing the romance of "Border Town". Have lunch in a Miao village featuring sour fish soup and glutinous rice wine. Afternoon visit to a Western Hunan Miao village for cultural experiences before returning in the evening. Food Recommendations - Tujia Sanxiaguo: A hearty stew of cured pork, tofu, and wild vegetables with spicy flavors. - Blood Cake Duck: Duck stewed with glutinous rice blood cakes, rich and fragrant. - Sour Fish Soup: Appetizingly sour and spicy with tender fish. - Kudzu Root Powder: Can be made into desserts or dishes, known for its heat-clearing properties. Accommodation Options - Downtown: Convenient options like Qian Hotel Tianmen Mountain and Wyndham Garden Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain. - Wulingyuan District: Resorts like Tianchong Yunhai Resort Hotel and Manyuan Resort Hotel, close to the national park. Transportation Guide - External: Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport is close to downtown, accessible by airport shuttle or taxi. High-speed rail to Zhangjiajie West Station connects to buses/taxis for city and scenic areas. - Internal: Eco-friendly shuttles connect scenic spots. Tourist buses or taxis available from downtown to attractions. Travel Tips - Summer temperatures are high - visit outdoor sites in early morning/evening, avoid midday sun, bring sunscreen, light jackets, and rain gear. - Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes for long walks in scenic areas. - Tianmen Mountain Cableway has long queues in peak season - arrive early. - Respect ethnic minority customs - ask permission before taking photos in Miao villages.

✨Hotel Highlights. Beautiful hotel with great location by the river. ♨️Amenities. Good breakfast spread and laundry room 🛁Room Environment. Large family themed room. Beautiful nearby park with flowers in bloom, on walk to Wulingyuan East gate 🍽️Breakfast 🛎️Hotel Service: excellent service. Assistance provided by hotel to book discounted attraction tickets, as well as clear explanation of how to make the most of the day with detailed itinerary suggestions suitable to physical activity level. Add hotel to your WeChat and they also provide recommendations for restaurants nearby where you are at with discount as hotel guest. 💗Guest Experience. Overall a great place to rest and explore ZhangJiaJie.

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