This guesthouse was a pleasant surprise! I was initially drawn in by the balcony and immediately booked the 360-degree view suite. The staff member was efficient and polite, striking a perfect balance—neither neglecting guests nor being overly solicitous.
The room offers fantastic mountain views, and it's incredibly relaxing to enjoy a drink on the balcony. There's also a communal platform downstairs. The room itself is quite spacious, and the bedding felt clean and sun-kissed. Due to the natural environment, there were a few small insects, but you can't expect the same level of perfection as a high-end chain hotel in the mountains. Overall, it was good.
I ate several meals at the restaurant. The stir-fries weren't refined, but they tasted good. I highly recommend the roast chicken. Breakfast was simple, mostly rice noodles, which was acceptable. The only dish I wouldn't recommend is the steamed spare ribs with black bean sauce—it wasn't tasty. Remember to order the crispy roast chicken, but make sure to reserve it 40 minutes in advance. The stir-fries are decent and flavorful, like home-cooked meals, but definitely skip the steamed spare ribs with black bean sauce.
Halfway is the most famous and oldest guesthouse in the area, with a more prominent location. However, it's older, so the facilities are a bit dated, though the bar atmosphere is better. This guesthouse has cleaner bedding and a more Chinese, Cantonese-leaning menu. If you prefer a quieter stay, I highly recommend this place.
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