Nanjing's BEST Hidden Gem Hotel: Hi Inn Wuyue Plaza Review!
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the rollercoaster that is the Hi Inn Wuyue Plaza in Nanjing, China! Forget pristine brochure descriptions – this is the real deal, the sweaty armpit of hotel reviews, the brutally honest truth you crave. I’m here to tell you the good, the bad, and the gloriously confusing about this supposed “Hidden Gem.”
First Impressions & Accessibility: Getting There is Half the Battle (Sometimes).
Finding this place? Easy. It's right next to Wuyue Plaza, hence the name. Accessibility? Okay, here’s where things start to… well, let’s call it “character building.” The entrance looks accessible, with a ramp. BUT, and it's a big BUT, the pavement is a bit wonky. So, if you're relying on a wheelchair, bring a friend with some serious pulling power. Accessibility Score: 6/10 - Good intention, shaky execution.
Inside the Fortress: Rooms & Amenities – Expect the Chinese Experience (Sometimes Weird, Always Interesting)
We got a room on a high floor – because, obviously, I needed that view. Available in all rooms: Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Blackout curtains, Coffee/tea maker, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, In-room safe box, Internet access – wireless, Mini bar, Non-smoking, Satellite/cable channels, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Telephone… you get the idea. Basic stuff, right?
The first thing? The Wi-Fi [free] was a godsend. Seriously, I needed to update my Instagram with those perfectly filtered photos of the local dumplings. Thank goodness for Internet access – wireless and the fact that it actually worked. Praise the digital gods!
Now, about the room itself. It was… cleanish? Let's just say, the Daily housekeeping was enthusiastic. They tried. The bed? Comfy enough, but the Carpeting… let's just say it had witnessed things. And the Slippers? Surprisingly plush! But, and here's a confession, I brought my own. Call me high maintenance. Judge me if you dare.
But the real highlight? The freaking view!. High floor, amazing view, fantastic.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: Feed Me, Seymour! (And Hope for the Best)
Okay, the Dining, drinking, and snacking situation was… complex. The Asian cuisine in restaurant – a mixed bag. Some dishes were incredible, mind-blowing, made-me-want-to-jump-up-and-yell good. Others? Let’s just say, I’m not sure what they were, but they were… an experience.
Breakfast [buffet]: The buffet? Standard hotel fare. Western breakfast, Asian breakfast. A good place to fill up, but not a culinary revelation. Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop were both fine. The Snack bar – handy for a midnight munchie run. Poolside bar? Nope, nonexistent.
I had a particularly memorable experience with the soup. The Soup in restaurant was… a mystery. I'm not entirely sure what it was. But I think it was pretty good, but also pretty bad. But I ate the whole bowl. [Opinionated language, and natural pacing].
Ways to Relax (and Get a Little Weird):
Now, if you're into relaxing, they have a Fitness center, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom, Swimming pool [outdoor]. I spent a lot of time in the Sauna. The Sauna was… well, it was a sauna. Hot and steamy. And I definitely saw some things that I didn't understand.
Cleanliness and Safety: Are We Safe? Let's Hope So
Here's where Hi Inn deserves a gold star. Hygiene certification, Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Hand sanitizer everywhere. They take this seriously. Rooms sanitized between stays. I'm a bit of a germaphobe, so this really put my mind at ease. Staff trained in safety protocol. I felt safe. Seriously.
The Other Good Stuff: Services and Conveniences
The Concierge was helpful. The Elevator worked. I didn’t need Cash withdrawal but it's great it was available. Laundry service. They have a Convenience store! Front desk [24-hour] and the personnel were so friendly. Daily housekeeping too!
Things to do (or Not Do):
Okay, let's be real. This isn't the Ritz. There aren’t a million things to do at the hotel. Food delivery is available. The Gift/souvenir shop? Minimalist.
For the Kids?
Family/child friendly. I didn’t have any kids with me, but I did see some families. Didn’t seem to be anything specifically for kids, but the rooms were big enough that families could easily have a great stay.
My Unfiltered Verdict:
The Hi Inn Wuyue Plaza isn't perfect. It's a little rough around the edges. A little… unique. But that's exactly why I loved it! It's got character. It's got a soul. It's got amazing views. It's kind of like that quirky friend who's always up for an adventure.
The Persuasive Pitch: Book This Chaotic Gem!
Tired of sterile, cookie-cutter hotels? Crave an experience, not just a bed? Then, book the Hi Inn Wuyue Plaza, you glorious adventurer!
Here's What You Get:
- Mind-Blowing City Views: High-floor rooms with views to die for. (Seriously, take photos!)
- Cleanliness You Can Trust: They take safety seriously. You can relax!
- Convenience That Can't Be Beat: Everything you need, right at your fingertips.
- A Taste of the Real Nanjing: Authentic experiences await.
- A Fun-Filled Experience: Explore the best of Nanjing from a convenient and fun hotel!
Ready to live a little? Click that "Book Now" button! But be warned: you might just fall in love with this messy, wonderful place
[And one last thing. I forgot. This is the most important bit of the review! Don't forget to eat the dumplings! The dumplings!!]
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Alright, alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're about to drown in a sea of instant noodles and questionable air quality in Nanjing. My trip to the Hi Inn Nanjing Hunan Road Wuyue Plaza? Oh honey, it was an experience. More accurately, it was a chaotic tapestry woven with jet lag, mosquito bites, and a deep, abiding love for dumplings. Here's the messy, probably inaccurate, and definitely opinionated breakdown:
Day 1: Arrival and the Cult of the Couch
- 06:00 - 08:00: Landed in Nanjing. Dear God, the humidity hit me like a brick wall. My hair went from "chic and effortless" to "a sentient swamp creature." Took a cramped taxi ride where the driver seemed to consider my luggage as a personal insult. Arrived at the Hi Inn. First impression? Cleanish. Kinda. Smelled faintly of disinfectant and… something else. Not wholly unpleasant. Maybe the ghost of a forgotten buffet.
- 08:00 - 10:00: Room inspection. Alright, the air conditioning is blasting, there's a suspiciously clean desk, and the bed… oh, the bed. It's calling to me. I'm pretty sure it's the gravitational center of the universe, the only thing keeping me from dissolving into a pile of exhausted molecules.
- 10:00 - 14:00: Couch. I'm pretty sure I spent four straight hours glued to the couch, watching the local TV channels. I couldn't understand a word, but I'm pretty sure I saw a cooking competition involving live eels. Fascinating, and deeply unsettling.
- 14:00 - 16:00: Attempted to locate food. The Wuyue Plaza is supposed to be nearby. Walked. Got hopelessly lost within five minutes. Encountered a street vendor selling… something that smelled suspiciously like deep-fried starfish. Nope. Turned around. Gave up. Pizza Hut. Judge me.
Day 2: The Dumpling Odyssey
- 08:00 - 10:00: Dragged myself out of bed. Conquered the internet. The quest for the perfect dumpling began. This was serious business. I'd read online about a little place called "Good Ol' Dumplings Heaven" – a hole-in-the-wall operation that allegedly served dumplings sent from the gods.
- 10:00 - 11:00: I found the place. It was…rustic. Let's go with that. The menu was scrawled in a language I could barely decipher. Pointed at things. Prayed.
- 11:00 - 12:00: Oh. My. GOD. The dumplings. These weren't just dumplings. They were tiny, savory parcels of pure joy, bursting with flavor. I'm not exaggerating – tears might have welled up. I ordered a second plate. And then a third. The lady behind the counter just smiled and kept refilling my tea. I felt like I'd stumbled into a dumpling-induced utopia.
- 12:00 - 16:00: I tried to replicate the experience. I walked around eating dumplings, bought ingredients for dumplings, even considered cooking dumplings. I failed completely. None were even close to the divine perfection of "Good Ol' Dumplings Heaven" I need to move to Nanjing just for this place alone.
- 16:00 - 18:00: Back at the Hi Inn – I'm starting to realize this place is surprisingly nice. Had a nap. Woke up in a stupor.
Day 3: Nanjing's Embrace and Other Regrets
- 09:00 - 12:00: Okay, so I actually planned to see the Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall. (Yes, finally, I should add this!) The scale of the tragedy… it was overwhelming. It was humbling, and the emotions, well, they were just there, raw like a freshly dug wound. I walked through the exhibits, quietly sobbing. I don't know if I was prepared for it.
- 12:00 - 14:00: Lunch. Back to the dumpling place. The lady recognized me, and it was like a family reunion, dumpling-style.
- 14:00 - 16:00: Tried my luck again outside the hotel. More walking around. Found a park and watched old men playing Chinese chess. Wondered if I should learn the rules. Decided I'd rather eat more dumplings.
- 16:00 - 17:00: Thought I had a handle on navigating the local transportation. Mistake. Got hopelessly lost on the public bus, ended up miles away from where I wanted to be. The bus driver just shrugged and gestured for me to get off. Charming.
- 17:00 - 19:00: Dinner. Realized I'd spent most of the trip eating dumplings and feeling existential. I feel like this trip has changed me, or maybe I just have a stomach ache, I do not know.
Day 4: Packing and Departure – Maybe, just maybe, I'll miss this glorious mess.
- 08:00 - 10:00: Packed. Surprisingly, I managed to fit everything back into my suitcase.
- 10:00 - 12:00: One last pilgrimage to "Good Ol' Dumplings Heaven". I bought enough dumplings to feed a small army, enough to take home.
- 12:00 - 14:00: Taxi to the airport. Said goodbye to the Hi Inn and to Nanjing. It was a lot. A beautiful mess. And those dumplings? Oh, they were worth every single moment.
- 14:00 - onwards: Flight home, thinking, always thinking, always hungry.
Overall: This trip was a disaster and a triumph, all rolled into one delicious, dumpling-filled ball. If you go to Nanjing, go. But prepare to embrace the chaos, the questionable smells, and the relentless pursuit of the perfect dumpling. And for the love of all that is holy, find that dumpling place. You won't regret it. Trust me.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some leftovers to consume. Goodbye!
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Hi Inn Wuyue Plaza, Nanjing: The REAL Lowdown (and I Mean REAL)
Okay, spill it! Is the Hi Inn Wuyue Plaza REALLY a hidden gem, or just… another budget hotel?
The Location: Is it actually *near* anything of interest? Because Google Maps lies.
The Room: Describe it. Be honest. Did you sleep in a coffin?
Cleanliness - the ultimate test. Spill the tea!
The Staff: Were they helpful or did they just want you gone?
Breakfast: Was it that sad, continental-breakfast-from-the-void situation?
Wi-Fi woes? Or streaming success?
Noise levels? Could you actually sleep?
The Experience: What was the most memorable thing that happened there? Spill the tea!
