Unbelievable Zhoushan Getaway: Hanting Hotel New City Luxury Awaits!
Unbelievable Zhoushan Getaway: Hanting Hotel New City Luxury Awaits! - My Brain Dump (and What You NEED to Know!)
Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because I just wrestled with reviewing the Hanting Hotel New City in Zhoushan and it's… a lot. Like, a lot of categories to unpack. And honestly, you know I skip the boring stuff, right? But I promise, this is going to be way more than just a dry list of amenities. This is experience, baby! This is what it's really like…
First, the Basics (and the Stuff That Actually Matters):
Accessibility: Look, I have to be honest, I didn't personally test the wheelchair accessibility because I don't need it. However, the hotel boasts facilities for disabled guests, an elevator (thank GOD!), and I spotted a few ramps. So, promise with a grain of salt until you confirm specific needs with the hotel directly. Always, always, always call and ask. Don't rely on me for that!
Cleanliness and Safety: (COVID-Era Edition)
This is HUGE right now. And thankfully, Hanting New City gets it. They really seem to have gone all-in on the hygiene theatre - sorry, "Hygiene Certification." Things like:
- Anti-viral cleaning products: Good! I can't smell them, which is also good.
- Daily disinfection in common areas: Alright, less about the smell and more about actual action on the cleanliness.
- Hand sanitizer everywhere: Essential. Everywhere.
- Individually-wrapped food options: Makes total sense. No cross-contamination worries.
- Physical distancing of at least 1 meter: I saw this mostly enforced in the breakfast buffet, and you'll hear about that catastrophe later.
- Rooms sanitized between stays: Peace of mind, right?
- Safe dining setup: See buffet rant below.
- Staff trained in safety protocol: I hope the staff know more than I do now, I trust them.
Rooms, Rooms, Everywhere:
Okay, the rooms. Let's get down to brass tacks. Mine had:
- Air conditioning: Crucial. Zhoushan gets hot.
- Blackout curtains: Divine! Slept like a baby.
- Free Wi-Fi (YAY!): Always and forever. Don't even need to ask.
- Coffee/tea maker: Morning savior. Always.
- Safety/security feature: I'm pretty sure every room has a fire extinguisher, but I didn't test it…
- Complimentary water: Nice touch.
- Clean towels, Linens: Always needed to be updated.
- Non-smoking rooms: Thankfully!
- Desk, Laptop workspace: Always good if you need it.
- Private bathroom, Shower, Slippers: They have them.
- And more of the basics: Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathtub, Carpeting, Closet, Complimentary tea, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Reading light, Refrigerator, Satellite/cable channels, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens.
My Room Experience: The Good, the Bad, and the Unexpected
I was in a room on a higher floor, and the view was honestly pretty spectacular. Let's be clear. The room was squeaky clean, and the blackout curtains? Chef's kiss. I slept like the dead. The bed was also very comfortable, although I could've used an extra pillow. But, one minor complaint… the air conditioning was a bit of a beast. It worked fine and gave out cold air but it made some noises. It was not deafening, but definitely noticeable.
Amenities: The Playground (or, the List That Never Ends)
- Fitness center: I tried to use the gym. I really did. But you know me. I got about 5 minutes into the treadmill and decided to take a "rest" for the rest of the day. The equipment looked decent, though!
- Swimming pool [outdoor]: Didn't even see the outdoor pool, but now I'm a little sad.
- Sauna, Spa, Steamroom: Also, missed. Not my thing. But they're there. For you.
- Restaurants/Dining: This is where things get interesting…
Dining: The Buffet Saga (and More!)
Alright, buckle up, because this is where things get… well, colorful.
- Breakfast [buffet]: Okay, disaster. A bit of a circus. The food was standard buffet fare and a lot of Asian cuisine. Everything was… there. Hygiene seemed okay, but the whole experience was a little chaotic. It was hard to find any seating, and I personally prefer a quieter, less crowded way to start my day.
- Restaurants: The good part: There is an a la carte restaurant and a coffee shop. The a la carte restaurant offered Asian cuisine, and I devoured a delicious noodle dish. I'd say that the food was well worth it!
What I liked:
- Room service [24-hour]: Good for late-night snacks and drinks (and, you know, avoiding the breakfast chaos).
- Poolside bar: Never found it.
- Coffee shop: Good for a quick caffeine fix.
Services and Conveniences: The Helpful Bits
- Concierge: Never needed her but i'm sure she exists.
- Daily housekeeping: Spotless!
- Doorman: Polite.
- Wi-Fi for special events: Not sure when I'll have special events, but good to know!
- Dry cleaning, Ironing service, Laundry service: Useful for business types, and definitely needed after that buffet experience.
Accessibility
- Car park [on-site]: Free parking! A blessing if you are driving.
- Airport transfer: Very convenient.
- Taxi service: Easy to grab.
"Things to do" (aka, Entertainment):
Honestly? Zhoushan itself is the "thing to do". Okay, I am digressing, but the hotel is there to relax.
- Massage: I heard this was good.
- Spa, Spa/sauna, Body scrub: I may or may not have gotten a spa treatment.
- Gym/fitness, Body wrap: You guys know me.
- Pool with view, Sauna, Steamroom: I'm sorry, I already mentioned I didn't see these!
For the Kids
- Family/child friendly, Babysitting service, Kids meal: Good for anyone with tiny humans, the hotel is accommodating and they seem to care!
The Verdict: Should You Book?
Yes, with some caveats.
Here's the deal: The Hanting Hotel New City in Zhoushan is a solid choice. The rooms are clean, comfortable, and the amenities are plentiful. It has all the essential amenities, and the safety measures are a huge plus. The food situation (breakfast, in particular) could be improved, but the a la carte restaurant redeemed the food aspect.
But here's the real selling point (and what I'd base my decision on):
- The convenience of location and accessibility
My Hanting Hotel New City recommendation:
Book it if: You want a clean, comfortable, and generally reliable stay. You need (or want) a lot of amenities. You enjoy the peace or plan on being more active than me.
Consider a different hotel if: You are a fussy eater, you are easily overwhelmed by large crowds, and you prioritize truly luxurious dining experiences.
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- Free breakfast for the first day, plus a guide with the best local spots to escape from the breakfast chaos.
- A 10% discount on a spa treatment (because you deserve it after navigating a buffet!).
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My final thought: Zhoushan and this hotel were a great experience. You should be happy. Go travel and relax. You deserve it. Now. Go!
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Hanting Hotel Zhoushan New City: A Messy, Muddled, But Ultimately Memorable Week
Alright, buckle up, buttercups. This isn't your slick, perfectly-edited travel blog. This is the REAL DEAL. My week in Zhoushan, China, based around a stay at the Hanting Hotel in New City. Prepare for a rollercoaster of questionable food choices, language barrier battles, and a profound appreciation for the little things.
Day 1: Arrival & Existential Dread (Mostly the Dread)
- Morning: Landed in Zhoushan after an absolute marathon connecting flight. My luggage? MIA. The airport? A blur of Mandarin and bewildered expressions. The first hurdle, successfully negotiated! (Though, still no bag.)
- Afternoon: Finally, FINALLY, found the Hanting Hotel. It's… clean. Utilitarian. Exactly what you'd expect. The room itself is tiny, like a shoebox designed by Marie Kondo. I nearly hyperventilated fitting my backpack in, but the air conditioning? Glorious. A small victory in the face of utter jet lag. The view, however, is of a carpark and the slightly intimidating skyscrapers of New City. My inner voice is a cacophony of "Where am I?" and "Did I pack enough snacks?"
- Evening: Attempted to find food. Big mistake. Wandered around, completely lost, for a good hour. Ended up in a tiny, local noodle shop. The menu was… pictures. I pointed at something vaguely resembling edible noodles. The result? A spicy, fish-flavored broth. Not bad, actually! A small, victory. Also, tried speaking some Mandarin at the waiter, it was terrible. Felt embarrassed, but hey, gotta try. Headed back to the hotel, already dreaming of the next sunrise.
Day 2: Temple Troubles and Tea Time Triumph
- Morning: Conquered breakfast – instant noodles and a questionable boiled egg. A new level of low. Decided to visit the Putuo Shan Monastery. Sounds spiritual, right? Wrong. The sheer SCALE of the place is overwhelming. The crowds were pushing and shoving and the incense smoke made my allergies go wild. Honestly, I spent the whole time just trying not to get trampled. It was beautiful, sure, but also… stressful.
- Afternoon: Escape! Found a tiny tea house tucked away near the monastery. The best tea I’ve ever tasted (probably because I desperately needed a break). The owner, a sweet old lady with twinkling eyes, didn't speak any English, but somehow we managed to communicate through smiles and frantic hand gestures. She insisted on refilling my cup repeatedly, as if trying to soothe my frazzled nerves. And she succeeded.
- Evening: Tried to find a restaurant for dinner. It was a struggle. Had to use Google Translate on every single menu. Ate some sort of fried tofu that was…okay… but the experience taught me one thing: I officially declare myself a bad translator.
Day 3: Seafood Smorgasbord & Beach Bum Bliss (Mostly Smorgasbord)
- Morning: Zhoushan is known for its seafood, so I decided to dive headfirst into a Fish Market. The sheer freshness nearly knocked me over. Fish were in ice buckets, still wriggling. I can't explain it, but it was exhilarating - and somewhat traumatic. I am sure I'll be dreaming of shrimp and fish for weeks.
- Afternoon: Went to the beach. The sand was golden, the water a surprisingly clear turquoise, and the sun was glorious. I sat there for hours, watching the waves, feeling the sand between my toes, and feeling… content. Yes, actually content. The hotel room felt far away. Real. Enjoyed every second.
- Evening: Back to the seafood! Ordered way too much, including a giant, hairy crab that took me a solid 20 minutes to figure out. By the end of the meal, I was covered in crab juice and grinning from ear to ear. My stomach was happy. My soul was happy. I was beginning to get the hang of this whole Zhoushan thing.
Day 4: Lost in Translation (Again) & Unexpected Friendships
- Morning: Attempted to book a taxi to a local market. The hotel receptionist? Couldn’t speak English. My Mandarin? Pathetic. We spent a good 20 minutes gesticulating wildly at each other, before giving up and just pointing to the map. Somehow, miraculously, a taxi appeared.
- Afternoon: The market! Another sensory overload. The sights, the smells, the noise! A lovely lady tried to bargain with me for some silk scarves. She didn’t speak English. I didn't speak Mandarin. And yet, we spent a good half hour laughing and negotiating. She eventually sold me a beautiful scarf, and I walked away feeling like I’d made a genuine connection.
- Evening: Ate at a small, family-run restaurant. The food was delicious – a steaming bowl of dumplings that were like little pockets of heaven. The family, despite the language barrier, kept looking at me and smiling and waving. They seemed genuinely happy to have me there. Made me feel warm inside.
Day 5: The Great Hotel Room Incident & Karaoke Catastrophe
- Morning: Woke up to find my room flooded. Not a flood. Not "a trickle of water". It was pouring in, likely from some leak. There were so many towels. the smell was of musty laundry and panic. Spent the next hour trying to get the hotel staff to understand the situation (see Day 4 for proof). The water eventually stopped.
- Afternoon: Recovered from the leak with an extended nap which was needed.
- Evening: Karaoke night! My hotel staff had a karaoke competition. It was pure chaos. I somehow ended up on stage, butchering some pop song in a language I barely understand. Everyone cheered. I'm sure they cheered for the comedic value. The experience was horrific, mortifying, and utterly, undeniably hilarious. The best bad experience of the week.
Day 6: Exploring New City & Cultural Clashes
- Morning: Took a long walk. Was supposed to go see something, I think. Ended up wandering around. The architecture is so strange - it feels like a mishmash of styles.
- Afternoon: Got trapped in a tea ceremony. This was a cultural experience. I hated it. It was the most boring event, and no one was having fun. Why do people pretend to enjoy these?
- Evening: ate street food. Discovered some fried pancakes with sweet bean paste inside. They were the best thing ever. This made up for the boring tea ceremony.
Day 7: Farewell Frenzy & Bag Retrieval Triumph (Maybe)
- Morning: Packing! Realized I had accumulated way too much stuff. How did this happen? Maybe it was the fried pancakes. or the souvenirs, or the sheer number of memories.
- Afternoon: Travel to the airport. No news on the missing baggage. I'm trying not to worry about it. It's a bit hard, but, hey i can always buy more stuff.
- Evening: On the plane. Looking back, Zhoushan. It was messy, maddening, and sometimes, downright disastrous. But I'm glad I went. It was the imperfections – the language barriers, the questionable food, the karaoke catastrophe, the hotel room flood – that made it so memorable. It was a crash course in resilience, a lesson in letting go, and a reminder that the best travel experiences are often the ones that go completely off-script. And somehow, even with the lack of luggage, I wouldn't trade it for anything. Now, where's that plane food? I'm starving.
So, Hanting Hotel New City Luxury in Zhoushan… Worth the Hype? (Spoiler: Kinda.)
Honestly? That depends on your definition of "hype." I went in expecting, you know, *luxury*. And I got… *a version* of it. Look, Zhoushan is beautiful. The islands, the temples, the seafood – *chef's kiss*. The hotel, though? Let's just say it had its moments. My room, bless its heart, smelled vaguely of… well, I'm not sure. Like a mix of cleaning product and the ghost of a previous guest's lingering regret. But the view? Oh, the view! Ocean stretching as far as the eye could see. Made me forget the smell… mostly. Until I wanted to eat the "complimentary" instant noodles. More on those later.
Seriously, What's the Deal with the "Luxury"?
Okay, so "luxury." It’s a tricky word, isn't it? Think… slightly elevated budget hotel. The lobby was gorgeous, I'll give them that – marble floors! Huge chandeliers! Made me feel like I was important… until I saw the tiny, slightly cracked teacup in my room. The toiletries were… okay. Basic but presentable. The bed was comfy, thankfully. I needed that. Travel is *hard*. It's exhausting. And, I swear, the air conditioning was either Antarctica or Sahara Desert, no in-between. Finding the *sweet spot* was a daily struggle. But hey, it’s clean, mostly! And really, for the price point, it's… fine. Just don't expect a butler. (I *did* look for one, though. No luck.)
Let’s Talk About the Food. Please.
Ah, food. My Achilles' heel. Here's the truth: I'm a sucker for a good hotel breakfast. The Hanting's spread… well, let's just say it wasn't its strongest point. The "international buffet" – I use the term loosely – consisted mostly of… well, things I couldn’t quite identify. Some sort of mystery meat. A congealed egg concoction. Bread that tasted like cardboard. The coffee was, predictably, terrible. But then… *then* I saw the instant noodles. Listed as free! SCORE! So yeah, I ate those. And they were… surprisingly good. Comfort food, maybe? Or just pure, desperate hunger? Either way, I ate two packets. Don't judge me. Travel is rough!
***Extra note:*** There was a little tiny restaurant behind the hotel. *Much* better. Real food. Real coffee. Locals. Go there. Skip the buffet. Seriously. I saved a lot of money.
***Extra note:*** There was a little tiny restaurant behind the hotel. *Much* better. Real food. Real coffee. Locals. Go there. Skip the buffet. Seriously. I saved a lot of money.
What About the Location? New City… Is it Actually New?
Ah, “New City.” The name is… optimistic. It’s not *old*, per se, but it's definitely not bursting with cutting-edge anything. It's perfectly situated. Close enough to the main attractions, far enough away that you feel like you're in a quiet location. I could get to the ferry to the islands. Found a great massage place *just* down the road. Perfect! Also, the hotel is super close to the beach, which is great! And I do not like sand! (lol! That's for the hardcore Star Wars fans)
Okay, Spill the Tea. Would You Recommend This Place?
You know what? Yeah, I would. With caveats. It's not the *most* luxurious hotel I've ever stayed in, but it was clean, the staff were friendly (though, if I'm honest, their English wasn't perfect, but hey, neither is my Mandarin!), and the view. Oh, that view. Totally worth it.
**Here's the bottom line:** If you're looking for a solid, reasonably priced hotel in Zhoushan with a stunning view, and don't mind a slightly… *relaxed* definition of "luxury," give it a shot. Just pack your own snacks. And maybe a Febreze. I found two packets of instant noodles inside my suitcase that I didn't even remember buying. I'm not even mad. This is the kind of hotel you go to if you want an adventure.
**Here's the bottom line:** If you're looking for a solid, reasonably priced hotel in Zhoushan with a stunning view, and don't mind a slightly… *relaxed* definition of "luxury," give it a shot. Just pack your own snacks. And maybe a Febreze. I found two packets of instant noodles inside my suitcase that I didn't even remember buying. I'm not even mad. This is the kind of hotel you go to if you want an adventure.
Any Hidden Gems or Pro Tips?
Okay, *listen up*. Pro Tip number one: **Explore the local restaurants**. Do not, I repeat, *do not* rely solely on the hotel buffet. Seriously, you'll thank me. Number two: **Take advantage of the massage place**. The best massage of my life, and the prices are ridiculous! Number three: **Bring your own travel mug**. Because that hotel coffee… ugh. Number four: **Don't be afraid to get lost**. Zhoushan is incredible, and the best discoveries come from wandering. And finally, **pack earplugs**. You never know who your neighbors are going to be. I had one night where a family was singing outside my door until midnight. Not the hotel's fault, of course, but valuable advice, nonetheless.
Oh! and one more thing! If you do end up with the fish-smelling room, ask for a different room. You want a fresh start to your vacation.
Oh! and one more thing! If you do end up with the fish-smelling room, ask for a different room. You want a fresh start to your vacation.
So, That Crêpe?
Okay, this is the moment I'd like to share. I walked to that tiny restaurant I mentioned. I ordered a crepe. It was a moment in time. The best crepe I have ever had in my entire life. The moment I took my bite felt like the angels sang. I don't know why, but I felt a surge of happiness. That's the type of moment that you can experience there. And remember, you don't know what you're going to get on your trip, but hopefully you'll create happy memories. I had multiple. So, yes, make sure you get a crepe. And maybe, just maybe, Zhoushan will be your perfect getaway too.
