I was somewhat prepared for the crowds at Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, but I was still surprised to find it packed, even outside of peak summer season. Luckily, I cleverly booked this guesthouse. Just ten minutes after adding them on WeChat, while I was parking at the North Gate, their concierge helped me book the entrance tickets, saving me 20 RMB. Upon arriving at Wind-Rain Bridge No. 5, the concierge assigned for pickup was already waiting. Following advice from a travel guide, I only brought a backpack with a day's clothes and toiletries. The stone steps leading up were indeed a bit steep, but we reached the guesthouse much quicker than I'd anticipated. Although it wasn't check-in time yet and we only intended to rest in the common area, the owner kindly allowed us to access our room early since it was already cleaned. They also showed us two different access routes to our room (an inner and outer path) and provided us with various tips and recommendations for dining, entertainment, and local attractions, helping us avoid any potential tourist traps. Even though we only stayed for one night, their thoughtful services left a lasting impression: a private viewing platform, complimentary unlimited mineral water, and a full set of toiletries, among other amenities. Coupled with the panoramic, unobstructed floor-to-ceiling window view from its hillside location, it truly made the trip worthwhile!
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