Homestays in Jiangsu, China

"This hotel is located right in the city center, offering excellent transportation links. It's very close to attractions like He Garden, Ge Garden, Dongguan Street, Pishi Street, and Caiyi Street. Being near Maopailou makes grabbing breakfast incredibly convenient. The rooms are clean, tidy, well-laid out, and fully equipped. The bathroom has a great wet/dry separation and no unpleasant smells, and the AC works perfectly. The owner is super friendly and helpful, sending a detailed Yangzhou food and drink guide via WeChat. This guide is comprehensive, covering transportation, distances to attractions, and even categorizes restaurants with map locations, making it very practical. Overall, it was an excellent stay, and I highly recommend it!"

"The inn's location is fantastic, directly across from the Lion Grove Garden, and very close to the Humble Administrator's Garden and Suzhou Museum, making sightseeing incredibly convenient! I had originally booked the smallest room in the inn. When I arrived, I asked the owner if a free upgrade was possible, as many guests had mentioned being upgraded. Without a second thought, the owner immediately upgraded me to the largest room—the service was truly exceptional! The room decor was beautiful, especially the large bed, which perfectly embodies classical Chinese aesthetics. There was also a tatami tea table and a small arhat bed. The front desk even provides a sewing kit for mending clothes, all of which speaks volumes about the owner's excellent service. I'm definitely planning to stay here again on my next trip to Suzhou."

"Perfect location, lovely hosts, beautiful room with vintage furniture and super soft blanket! Very authentic. During the day time it’s super loud because of the amount of tourists, but staying in this place gives you unique opportunity to explain the town in the very early morning or very late evening (the lights switch off at 23:00). The room can seem small, but it’s old town, it can’t be different:) Unfortunately there was no tea provided, that’s sad for tea-famous country, maybe should be improved. Other than that – my stay was amazing☺️"

"Facilities: Fully equipped and a great location, very close to the parking lot! Cleanliness: Very clean, small but exquisite! Environment: The environment is beautiful. The two rooms on the second floor have floor-to-ceiling windows, offering a very pleasant view of the pond! Service: Both the manager and staff are very responsible. There's also a small coffee shop with a very cozy atmosphere, reminiscent of Japan's Showa era. The manager is truly outstanding, with elegant demeanor and conversation. It was my first time staying in Tongli, and I experienced five-star service! I brought my Japanese friends here, and they also gave it high praise! Highly recommended!"

"I booked this B&B for Xu Liang's Suzhou concert, and although it wasn't cheap, it was worth it. The environment and facilities were good, exactly as pictured. The location is excellent, very close to Changmen City Wall, and right next to Shantang Street for strolling (though I find Shantang Street less interesting than Pingjiang Road, but both are commercial ancient streets overall). I initially thought it would be noisy near Changmen Street, but it was actually very quiet at night, making for a comfortable sleep 💤. The owner offers personalized service through a private WeChat group, providing recommended travel routes and restaurants. The only minor downsides were that I thought the river view outside the window would be charming, but the water sometimes had a slight odor (closing the window helped), and the river nearby was under renovation, which was a bit of an eyesore. However, when sitting by the window, you can't really see that area anyway."

"Location: At first, I thought the navigation was wrong, but it turns out that both the Sandi Hotel and the Tribal Hotel use the same front desk for check-in, just different actual accommodations. If you can't book a West Zone treehouse, don't worry – the Mushroom House is very close to the West Zone treehouses. Aside from not being able to feed giraffes directly from your room, everything else is within walking distance. Amenities: All the rooms at the Tribal Hotel are very unique. This time, I booked the Mushroom House, which has three rooms on the first floor. A delightful surprise was finding a 3-in-1 charging cable in the TV cabinet, which was very handy in a pinch. The bathroom has a child-friendly toilet seat and a step stool. The round bed is specifically designed for children, so its overall height is much lower. Very thoughtful. Breakfast: Absolutely delightful, this is one of the few parent-child hotels in the Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai area that genuinely considers children's dietary needs. There's steamed egg with shrimp, unseasoned so you can add soy sauce yourself; sugar-free yogurt for younger children; and even fresh boiled shrimp. However, due to the overall room layout, the brightness is insufficient, and the windows are very small. The air conditioning is very strong, though. If you prioritize natural light, the Mushroom House might not be the best choice."

"The host was incredibly friendly and helpful. They even checked us in one day before our arrival and assisted with our luggage when we reached. We were pleasantly surprised with a free room upgrade, as it was available and they noticed we had more people. Extra linens were also provided for the additional bed — all without any extra charges, which we truly appreciated. The location is excellent, close to the entrance and main attractions. The room was spacious, clean, and lovely 🥰 We absolutely loved the riverside view. Every one of us enjoyed our stay so much. The ancient town itself is not overly commercialized, making it serene and peaceful, with a slow and calming atmosphere. We truly loved both the hotel and the surroundings. 💙 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

"The entire public area and the corners of the room are cleaned spotlessly, the tabletop is not dusty, the bathroom is also polished brightly without water stains. You can walk to the large shopping malls in the core business district in seven or eight minutes. There are all kinds of trendy brand shops, specialty food shops, cultural and creative markets. It’s fun to go shopping enough to kill most of the time. The professional screening equipment in the room can be used directly by looking for the front desk to register and authorize in advance. The picture is clear and the sound effect is smooth, and the viewing experience is particularly good."

"The hotel is conveniently located near Dongguan Street, right next to Ge Garden, making it easy to access transport and local amenities. The rooms are housed in a two-story wooden building, encircling a charming courtyard with a miniature rock garden. While the rooms themselves are clean, the bathroom is a bit on the small side. The service was incredibly thoughtful; staff even helped us with laundry. The owner was exceptionally hospitable and warm; he not only used an electric cart to assist with our luggage but also gave us a ride to a nearby place for a local morning tea. We noticed the diamond-patterned door didn't block out much light, but when we mentioned it to the owner, he immediately took care of it. He also generously shared recommendations for many authentic Yangzhou restaurants favored by locals, helping us avoid any tourist traps."

"The B&B's location is fantastic, within walking distance of Dongguan Street and Pishi Street. We passed by numerous national, provincial, and city-level protected historical sites, and the B&B itself is one of them – what a privilege to stay in a salt commissioner's former residence! Despite being in a bustling area, the hotel itself is quite peaceful, free from tourist noise. The small courtyard is lovely, perfect for a large family outing, where you can book two rooms and share a private courtyard. Breakfast is served at a neighboring partner restaurant with beautiful garden scenery, though it was a bit crowded during the Qingming Festival. The B&B's service was impeccable; they provided a special children's toiletries kit, and we even received Yangzhou University yogurt upon check-in. Every staff member was incredibly friendly, and they even helped us pack items we'd forgotten when we checked out."