"A Hidden Gem for Dunhuang Travel! Youjian Hotel: A Perfect Blend of Attentive Service and Value
Choosing the right hotel in Dunhuang can truly double your travel happiness. This Youjian Hotel deserves a full five-star rating! Its location, service, and facilities far exceeded my expectations, and it's already on my must-stay list for Dunhuang!
The location is absolutely impeccable! Located in the heart of the city center, just a 600-meter walk to the right from the hotel is the Shazhou Night Market, offering super convenient access to barbecue, paomo (pita bread soaked in mutton soup), and other local snacks. After a satisfying meal, you can stroll back to the hotel. A 10-minute taxi ride to the Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Lake is just a short distance to the hotel, and it's also conveniently located for visiting the Mogao Grottoes. Within 800 meters, there are numerous breakfast shops and popular restaurants, making it easy to find places to eat and explore. For those driving, there's a free parking lot in the hotel's backyard, ensuring safe and convenient parking.
The service is simply heartwarming! Advance booking allows you to choose between 24-hour airport or train station pick-up service. A dedicated staff member will meet you as soon as you arrive, so you don't have to worry at all. The support staff even offered a complimentary car wash, a thoughtful touch that really touched our hearts. Upon check-in, they provided local fruit and apricot tea; before we left, hearing we enjoyed them, the staff even packed a lot for us to take home – a testament to the genuine warmth and hospitality of the people of Northwest China.
The room facilities were new and user-friendly; this newly opened hotel in 2025 certainly didn't disappoint! Although the room layout was slightly compact, the reasonable arrangement didn't affect usability at all. The whole room had smart control; simply saying ”Xiaodu” controlled the lights and air conditioning – incredibly convenient. The bedding was soft and skin-friendly, paired with comfortable latex or memory foam pillows, ensuring a restful sleep after a long day. The bathroom featured a separate wet and dry area, equipped with Jomoo bathroom fixtures and a smart toilet with heating, along with disposable toilet seat covers – hygienic and thoughtful. Given the dry weather in Dunhuang, the humidifier in the room was always full, and they provided ample bottled water daily, so we didn't have to worry about a dry throat. They even provided small bottles of laundry detergent – such thoughtful details! It felt like staying at home.
The public areas are also a huge plus. There's complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby, and an ice maker on the first floor – super convenient for cold drinks in the summer. The hotel also has a self-service laundry room and a food delivery robot, so you can keep your clothes clean even after several nights' stay, without worrying about household chores. Hygiene is impeccable; the rooms are spotless, and the bedding is clean and odor-free, meeting standards comparable to hotels in first-tier cities.
For such a great price, the hotel boasts a good location, warm service, and modern facilities – the value is incredible! It's perfect for couples, families, or solo travelers. I'll definitely stay at Youjian again next time I'm in Dunhuang, and I highly recommend it to anyone planning a trip to Dunhuang."