The hotel is charming, located in a very quiete and peaceful location, walking distance from the Reed Flute caves and a short taxi ride to the town centre. Since we were staying 2 nights, they picked us up from the train station which was very helpful. The room and washroom we stayed in was very clean and well furnished. We are very impressed by the owner's hospitality and generosity. When we arrived there, we were welcome with smiles, oranges and tea. They offer assistance with tours in the region and transportation. We must mention two things that we are grateful that the hotel has exceptional quality for its services. First, we asked if it was possible to reduce our stay by one day, the owner had no hesitation to accept our change. Second, as we left early from the hotel room in a rush we forgot two personal items in the room. The owner contacted us right away and arranged the delivery our items to our new location more than an hour away. We highly rate and recommend this hotel.

Nestled in a charming ancient village amid the bustling post-industrial city of Guilin, this small and bucolic hotel stands out. The rooms are an absolute delight—comfortable and tastefully decorated. The owner and his mum efficiently manage the place. His tremendous help elevated our trip to another level, giving us precious recommendations and smoothing out the bumps along the way. As road to Chinese countryside/2nd tiers-city tourism can be really though and bumpy sometimes.

The room is a bit small, but not to the point of feeling any discomfort. For the price I didn't except any bigger anyway. The views could be great with the surroundings, but it's spoiled by this big parking and close buildings all around.

The location of this hotel is well situated on the outskirts of Guilin city. It has several attractions within a walkable distance, such as Reed Flute Cave, but it is also a drivable within an hour and a half to major tourist sites like Longji rice terraces to the north and Yangshou county to the south. It is also within a cozy village, and we explored the local restaurants in the first day. The friendly owner of the establishment went above and beyond in service, responded through text quickly to arrange private tours to the places we wanted to go. We were picked up from the train station when we arrived at Guilin and transported back at the end of the trip. Breakfast options range from homemade local guilin rice noodles with fruit to a more western style option if preferred. Bed was comfortable with working wifi and AC. I was expecially impressed by the small things, how when we came back from a long day of touring the owner would always have fresh fruit waiting for us, how the towels and complimentary water would be refilled and waiting for us on our return, and how we were given a bag with snacks and other items for our trip home. If you are looking for a relaxed, local experience with good service that serves as a base to set off to see all Guilin has to offer, then I can't recommend this place enough.

Xiao Ming will take care of you for your trip. He will ensure that your stay is as comfortable as possible. The villa is located in a small village on the outskirts of Guilin. The village appears to have focused on tourism with quite a few hotels and inns in the village and a large restaurant with a wild outdoor garden. Jump on the provided electric scooters and ride the shared path to the quite impressive reed flute cave or brave the streets (quite organised for scooters with dedicated lanes and power of numbers) to visit the city. I would if you have a few days take a day trip down the Li river to Yangshou, especially if the weather is good.

This is a lovely hotel where the hosts helped us feel relaxed and at home from the start. The property is in a perfect spot to enjoy the terrain - not far from Guilin, but tucked away from the city in a quiet holiday village that has a few fantastic restaurants and beautiful walks and cycle paths all around. I stayed a whole week and would have happily stayed a month! Armed with WeChat and translation apps, we could communicate well with our very helpful host. He fed us good breakfasts, arranged a long-distance taxi when we got stuck one night in Yangshuo, and even sent me to his very good dentist when I had a toothache. I will send friends there and come back!

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We loved everything about this very special boutique hotel! If we could, we would rate it higher than 10. Best service in all of hotels we stayed in China . Good breakfast. Especially the Guilin noodles. Our host made us a great barBque one night . It was my daughter’s birthday while we were there and I had preordered a cake and our host didn’t charge for it! He also arranged our private tours quickly when we arrived . Our favourite stay in China ! Loved it.

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I travel a lot and have never had such a good hotel experience. Everything was perfect, from the free pick-up at the train station, where we got water right away, to the amazing atmosphere of the hotel and the luxurious rooms. The owner of the hotel knows how to make his guests feel at home, he helped and advised us with everything, he prepared an excellent breakfast every morning and on the day of departure he also gave us a card to another hotel room so that we could use the bathroom, since check-out was at 14:00 and we left at midnight. At the end of our stay, we also received a gift - excellent attitude, clearly the best accommodation of the entire stay in China. 100% recommended

Xiao Ming made the experience an excellent one. He looked after us very well. We couldn't decide whether we should do the 4 hour Li River cruise but he suggested a different tour between Guilin and Yangshuo. We visited an ancient town, went on a bamboo boat up the river and stopped for lunch. The breakfast was a choice between Guilin rice noodles and toast. The villa was great and the electric ma Jong table and added bonus. It was cold because we came in Dec but each room had a heat pump so we were cosy

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Secret Courtyard Resort Hotel in Guilin, China, is a hidden gem that offers guests a unique and memorable experience. Nestled along the Peach Flower River, this hotel is praised for its serene ambiance and beautiful local architectural elements. The strong points of this hotel are cleanliness, service, and value, making it one of the top choices in Guilin The owner helpfulness’ in arranging customized travel routes and sightseeing plans was just perfect. Besides, the kindness of our guide and driver, Qin was also remarkable, adding a personal touch to the guests' experiences and ensuring our comfort and convenience during our stay. With its excellent location, the Secret Courtyard Resort Hotel serves as a peaceful retreat while still providing easy access to Guilin's famous attractions, such as the Reed Flute Cave and the Li River. Whether it's the thoughtful amenities, the attentive service, or the charming setting, this hotel is a wonderful choice for anyone looking to explore the natural beauty and culture of Guilin.

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Beautiful place, the rooms are all different and equally lovely with stunning views. The hospitality was warm and welcoming like old friends. The location was perfect, just a short walk to the Reed Flute Cave and bamboo rafting lake, free mopeds were provided for the short ride to town to visit the Pagodas and other sites. We even got our washing done for us, incredibly generous hosts. They offer tours with an English speaking guide to the Rice Terraces and the Li River cruise.