Ji Hotel Bayanzhuo'Er: China's Hidden Book Tower Gem!
Ji Hotel Bayanzhuo'Er: China's Hidden Book Tower Gem! - A Review That's Actually Real (and a Little Messy!)
Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because we're heading to Ji Hotel Bayanzhuo'Er, and let me tell you, this place almost lived up to the hype. "Hidden Book Tower Gem"? Yeah, they weren't kidding about the hidden part. Finding this place involved more wandering than searching for the lost city of Atlantis, but hey, adventure! And honestly, the almost part? That's just life, right? Let's dive in, shall we? This review will be anything but boring, trust me!
Accessibility: A Bit Hit or Miss, Honestly
- Not the smoothest start. I'm not even going to pretend I'm mobility-impaired, but the walk from the taxi felt a bit long-ish. My legs aren't as spry as they used to be, so I immediately went from, “Ooh, a hotel!” to “Dear lord, I need a nap.” Inside, though? Elevator! Praise be. So, for accessibility, they've got the essentials covered, but the surrounding environment… well, let's just say it leans more towards "charming countryside" than "urban design for all."
- Wheelchair Accessible: This section is hard to do justice to without having a first-hand experience to assess. The website listed it as a feature, but it's one of those things where you really need to see it for yourself. I saw an elevator but no ramp. I'm leaning toward a bit of a maybe, ask ahead.
Cleanliness & Safety: Seriously, They're Trying! (And That Matters)
- The COVID Factor: Seriously Impressive. Honestly, I was expecting the usual hotel fluff, but Ji Hotel Bayanzhuo'Er went the extra mile. Anti-viral cleaning products? Check. Daily disinfection in common areas? Yep! Hand sanitizer everywhere? Double-yep! I felt surprisingly safe, which is a massive win in my book. They've got all the boxes checked, from daily disinfection in common areas to staff trained in safety protocol.
- Room Sanitization Opt-Out Available: They're even giving you options. That's good customer service!
- Rooms Sanitized Between Stays: Absolutely on point. This isn't surface-level stuff; they're taking it seriously.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: Food, Glorious Food! (For the Most Part)
- Breakfast, the Most Important Meal of the Day: A Love/Hate Relationship. Okay, here's the deal: the Asian breakfast was pretty standard, the Western breakfast was… well, it tried. Expect the usual buffet, but the quality varied from "meh" to "surprisingly good." The Asian cuisine in restaurant was a standout, however, so if you're feeling adventurous, try it.
- 24-hour Room Service: A Lifesaver. Let's be real, sometimes you just want to curl up in bed and order junk food. The room service [24-hour] was a godsend after a long travel day. I’m not proud of what I ordered, but it was delicious. I think I had a salad in restaurant at one point, but I only remember the room service…
- Poolside Bar: Ah yes, the poolside bar. I'm a sucker for these. This one was pleasant.
- Snack Bar: Perfect for those little hunger pangs.
- [A la carte in Restaurant] I was a big fan of this option.
Services and Conveniences: Running the Hotel Gauntlet
- Everything you expect – and more. From daily housekeeping (which was efficient and friendly) to laundry service, they've got you covered. Concierge was helpful during my stay.
- Business Facilities: Needed some printing done. Luckily, they provided some really handy Xerox/fax in business center. Not a problem!
- Currency Exchange: It's a plus, but I never made use of this option. I'm too used to paying with credit cards by now!
Things to Do, Ways to Relax: Relaxation Station Activate!
- The Sauna: My Happy Place. This is where Ji Hotel Bayanzhuo'Er really shines. The sauna (and the spa/sauna experience overall) was pure bliss. Hours I spent in that place! The steamroom was top-notch, too. Seriously, the steamroom was perfect. This might be my favorite thing about the hotel.
- Fitness Center: Where I Pretended to Be Active I did the usual routine of trying not to look like I didn't know what I was doing. A well-equipped Fitness center is a major plus in my book.
- Pool with View: It's not the fanciest pool, but the view from the Pool with view was actually quite nice. A Swimming pool [outdoor] is always a winner.
For the Kids: Child-Friendly - Definitely!
- Family/child friendly is a definite yes. I didn’t travel with any kids, but I noticed a lot of families there.
The Rooms: Comfort and Convenience (Mostly)
- The Essentials are there. Air conditioning? Check. Free Wi-Fi that actually works? HUGE check. The rooms are spacious enough, and the bed was comfortable. The blackout curtains are a lifesaver if you, like me, prefer sleeping in a cave. The separate shower/bathtub setup was great.
- What's missing? Nothing major, but it would be nice to have a slightly larger TV. I like to watch cable TV -- Satellite/cable channels were there.
- Extra points for: The slippers! They're the little things, you know?
Getting Around: Easier Than You Think
- Airport Transfer was a godsend, especially after that long train ride.
- Free Parking: I'm a fan.
Internet Access: Decent, But Not Perfect
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Absolutely loved it!
- Internet access – wireless: It was fast enough for my needs, which mostly involved binge-watching shows and occasionally sending emails.
- Internet access – LAN: I didn't need it, but it's there if you need it!
Final Verdict: Go, You Just Might Like It! (And Probably Will)
Okay, so Ji Hotel Bayanzhuo'Er isn't perfect. It's not a 5-star luxury palace, and the journey to get there might test your patience. BUT, the cleanliness, the spa, and the generally warm and friendly staff make it a worthwhile stay. Plus, the overall experience has a certain… charm. And who can resist a hidden gem, even if it takes a little digging to find it?
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- Free breakfast for your entire stay! (Because let's face it, you'll probably be hungry after all that sightseeing!)
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Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're about to dive headfirst into a trip to the Ji Hotel Bayanzhuo'Er Books Tower in Bayan Nur, China. And let me tell you, planning this thing was like wrestling a greased pig – utter chaos. But hey, that's what makes it interesting, right?
Day 1: The Arrival and the "Is This Real Life?" Moment
- Morning (7:00 AM - 10:00 AM): Okay, flight to Bayan Nur. Easy peasy, lemon squeezy, I thought. Turns out, "easy" involved a layover in Beijing that felt longer than my last relationship. I swear, I saw the same guy eating instant noodles three times. And the airport Wi-Fi? Let's just say my Instagram stories were a testament to buffering purgatory.
- Afternoon (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM): Finally, landed! The air felt different, you know? Cleaner, somehow, even though the airport itself was a whirlwind of Mandarin and hurried footsteps. The pickup from the Ji Hotel was… well, the driver was late. Like, really late. I started questioning everything. "Am I even in the right country? Is this some elaborate prank?" Turns out, he just got lost. Bless his heart.
- Afternoon (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Checking into the hotel. The lobby? Pristine. The staff? Impeccably polite. The room? Okay, here's where it gets good. The "Books Tower" part is no joke. My room directly faced a library that went from floor to ceiling. I mean, wow. I nearly just dropped and curled up in exhaustion and the feeling that I'm not worthy to be around so many books. A book is just a book right? But as the sun dipped, illuminating the rows of tomes with a golden light, it felt magical. Seriously, I'm a sucker for a good library.
- Evening (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Food hunt! And here's where my linguistic skills went completely MIA. I mean, Google Translate is great, but trying to order dinner when you can't even pronounce "noodles"? Brutal. I ended up pointing and hoping for the best. What arrived? A steaming plate of… something! Spicy, delicious, probably contained things I wasn't entirely sure about, but utterly divine. Lesson learned: Embrace the unknown.
Day 2: The Desert Wanderings and the Dust Devil Debacle
- Morning (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM): The plan? A day trip to the Gobi Desert. The reality? Windy! I mean, ridiculously windy. Got assigned to a tour group. The guide was, sweet girl, she was just a little quiet. The landscape, though? Unreal. Vast, empty, and awe-inspiring. We rode camels (slightly nauseating, but cool), and saw this amazing ancient rock formations.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM): Lunch, featuring a delightful array of… mystery meats. Gotta love it. And the dust storms? Oh boy, the dust storms. They were a force of nature. One nearly ate me whole. No, seriously, gust of wind, eye squinting, covering my mouth, felt like I was playing hide-and-seek from a monster. I got sand in places I didn't even know existed. My camera? Covered. My hair? A tangled, dusty mess. My mood? Undeniably thrilled.
- Evening (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM): Back at the hotel! Showering was like re-entering civilization. Went up to the hotel bar. The drink list? Exotic and unfamiliar. The view? Stunning. The company? Completely non-existent (still, I'd like to get to know the bartender). But I didn't care. The sheer beauty of the desert sunset had been so much. And you know what? I felt alive. Dusty, disoriented, but alive.
Day 3: The Bookworm's Paradise and The "Is This A Dream?" Moment
- Morning (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Finally, the Books Tower itself! I spent the entire morning getting lost in the library. I can't even tell you what books I read. It was pure bliss. The smell of old paper, the quiet hush of the reading. I didn't have any real plans. Just to be in the heart of that world.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM): Lunch at the hotel restaurant. I took a chance. I asked the waiter, in my broken Chinese and gestures what was most delicious. He just laughed and I got my first ever hotpot. Yum!
- Evening (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM): The "Is This A Dream?" moment. I decided to go for a walk down a street. I took a turn down another and then another. The street was just bustling with life like a market. But in the middle of it all there was this small temple. It was so inviting, so inviting. I didn't even know how to begin. The temple caretaker smiled and with gestures invited me to tea. He didn't speak english. The tea was delightful. I was so happy.
Day 4: The Lasting Impression and the Departure
- Morning (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM): Farewell breakfast. Tried to order the same thing as the first night's dinner. Nope. Wrong again. Haha! But, hey, that's okay.
- Afternoon (12:00 PM): The flight home. Reflecting on the trip. It wasn't perfect. It was messy. But it was real. I'd faced dust storms, faced my abysmal Chinese skills, and embraced the unknown. And you know what? I can't wait to go back.
So, there you have it. My brutally honest, slightly chaotic, and hopefully entertaining account of a trip to the Ji Hotel Bayanzhuo'Er Books Tower. Go, explore, get lost, and embrace the beautiful mess of it all. You won't regret it. Maybe wear a dust mask though, yeah? Just a thought.
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Ji Hotel Bayanzhuo'Er: The Bookworm's Secret Hideaway (and My Crazy Trip There!)
Okay, spill the tea: What *is* Ji Hotel Bayanzhuo'Er actually like? Is it REALLY full of books?
Alright, buckle up, because this place is a TRIP. Picture this: you're in the middle of *nowhere* Inner Mongolia. Seriously, Bayanzhuo'Er's not exactly on the tourist trail. And then BAM! You stumble upon this hotel that looks... well, it looks like a librarian's wet dream. We're talking floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. Everywhere. The lobby? Books. The hallways? Books. My ROOM? Okay, not *entirely* books, but a strategically placed shelf did loom over my bed, judging my late-night Netflix consumption. It's seriously overwhelming... in the best way possible. It’s a LOT of books. Like, *a lot*, you guys. I’m talking about a level of literary density that made me feel both incredibly excited and slightly claustrophobic, simultaneously.
Is it *actually* a good hotel, or is it just a gimmick with dusty books?
Here's the honest truth. It's… complicated. The rooms themselves are relatively standard. Clean, comfortable enough, but nothing *fancy*. Think budget-friendly with a library attached. The Wi-Fi? Blessedly reliable, which is crucial when you're, you know, trying to upload your Instagram stories showcasing your epic book haul (more on that later). The breakfast buffet? Well… let's just say the best thing about it was planning my escape to find actual dumplings for lunch. But the books? The books are the *reason* you're there. They forgive a multitude of sins. Seriously, I spent like, three hours just wandering around and staring at the spines before I even unpacked. It’s not luxury, it’s *atmosphere*. And the atmosphere? It's pure, unadulterated bookish heaven.
What about the location? Is it... convenient? And how do you even get there?
Convenient? Nope. Unless you define "convenient" as "being in the middle of Inner Mongolian agricultural land". Getting there is an adventure in itself. Flights to Bayanzhuo'Er's tiny airport are sporadic. Expect a connecting flight, possibly two. I landed in what felt like the middle of nowhere with this gigantic suitcase filled with books (yes, I bought more books. What of it?). I negotiated a taxi driven by someone who spoke approximately zero English (thank goodness for Google Translate!), which was a *thrilling* experience. The hotel itself is in a slightly less "in the middle of nowhere" spot within the town, but you're still not exactly tripping over cafes and boutiques. It's all about the isolation, the quiet. Which, after a long day of travel, was exactly what I needed. But be warned: if you're expecting bustling nightlife, you're in for a shock.
Are the books in English? If not, is there anything for a non-Chinese speaker?
Okay, this is a BIG one. The overwhelming majority are in Chinese. A *lot* of Chinese. I spent a solid hour trying to decipher a particularly ornate cover based on the pictures... only to realize I had absolutely no idea what it was about! There are *some* English books scattered around – classics, some translated works, travel guides. But don't go expecting to find a complete English library. My strategy involved a lot of pretty pictures and an increasingly desperate reliance on Google Translate's camera function. That said, even just being surrounded by the sheer volume of books – the smell of paper, the hushed atmosphere – was an incredible experience. It was a cultural immersion, even if I couldn't read half of it. Embrace the challenge, folks!
Seriously though, the books... could you actually *read* them?
Yes! That's the point. You can totally read them. They’re meant to be *read*. I spent hours curled up in a comfy armchair, ignoring my emails, and devouring whatever I could understand (with Google Translate's help, of course). It was heavenly! And okay, I *may* have “accidentally” smuggled a particularly beautiful copy of something with a very alluring cover page… Don’t tell anyone.
And here's the kicker: the hotel *encourages* it! They want you to enjoy the books, to feel that sense of discovery. And the fact that they're willing to trust their guests with these treasures, makes the whole experience feel even more special. It felt like finding a secret society. A book-loving secret society.
Are there any other things to do in Bayanzhuo'Er, or are you just stuck with books and… what else?
Ha! Prepare for a bit of a… *quiet* experience. Bayanzhuo'Er isn't exactly a bustling metropolis. I visited a local dairy farm. It was fantastic. I saw some rolling hills, where a lot of sheep were grazing. They were all really fluffy. I think I also tried some authentic Mongolian milk tea. It was... an experience, to say the least. Definitely an acquired taste. Let’s just say I spent a lot of time at the hotel, lost in my own world, which was perfect for me. If you're looking for non-stop activity, this isn’t it. This is a place for slowing down, for reflecting, for getting lost in the pages of a book. It's about disconnecting from the world, which, frankly, I needed.
Would you go back? And who would you recommend it to?
Absolutely. I'd go back in a heartbeat. It's a true escape. It’s not for everyone, though. If you need constant entertainment, or if you're a light packer, this is NOT the place. If you're a bookworm, an introvert, a lover of quiet spaces and unique experiences? Pack your bags, book your flight (and bring a reusable water bottle – sustainability, people!), and prepare to lose yourself in a world of words. It's a little quirky, a little rough around the edges, but that's part of its charm. I highly recommend to anyone with a deep-seated love for books who desperately needs a break from their mundane life, it's that simple!
Any particularly memorable moments or hiccups?
Oh, where do I even begin? I remember the first time I walked into the lobby and just… stopped. My jaw hit the floor. I think I made a noise that resembled a cross between a gasp and a giggle. There was also the incident with the elevator. The one time it got stuck, forcing me to climb a LOT of stairs with my already aching legs and my ridiculously heavy suitcase (filled primarily with books, of course). Then there was the breakfast… (I've already established how that went). The most memorable thing? The silence. The absolute, glorious silence. The only sound was the gentle rustle of pages. Oh,Searchotel
