We stayed in Room 37 at the Wuzhen Homestay over the weekend. Its location inside the West Scenic Zone is its biggest advantage, making night excursions incredibly convenient. There's no need to rush for a shuttle bus out of the scenic area; you can enter and exit freely, and when you're tired, you can just head straight back to your room to rest. Even after 10 PM, I could still stroll on the bridge in my pajamas, enjoying the evening breeze and watching the lights of the riverbanks reflect on the water—an experience that would be hard to have if staying outside the scenic area.
The room's hygiene was good, the bedding was clean and odorless, and facilities like the air conditioning and hot water all worked perfectly. The old wooden stairs made a slight creaking sound when walked on, which is typical of older houses and didn't detract from the overall living experience. The homestay is uniformly managed by the scenic area, not privately operated, and all staff are scenic area employees. The service is standardized and consistent; inquiries about routes, performance times, and other information were accurate, with no pushy recommendations. A hand-drawn map wasn't provided at check-in, but the front desk had official guide maps that were clearly marked.
For breakfast, there were two set menus to choose from: noodles or wontons. Both were freshly cooked, hot, and substantial. Overall, staying within the scenic area was hassle-free and convenient, offering great freedom for night tours and a high degree of standardized service. I highly recommend it with five stars and would prioritize staying at a homestay within the scenic area again on future visits.
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