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ISABEL JENNINGSUnited States

Hidden on the Most Beautiful Coastline of Xuwen

Xuwen, this off-the-beaten-path seaside destination, is most stunningly represented by the Wangjiao Seaside Inn! The first visit instantly won me over with this sea-facing guesthouse, where every morning you wake up to an unobstructed 180° sea view. Best of all, it only costs about 200+ RMB per person, making it the best value along the Guangdong coast 🌊 【Geographical Location Perfection】 • Directly facing the southernmost lighthouse of mainland China, just 50 meters from the door to step onto the beach, and the room offers a view of the “confluence line” phenomenon (where the Qiongzhou Strait meets the Beibu Gulf) • A 5-minute walk to the Dengloujiao Scenic Area, and you can enjoy a stunning sunset dyed by the evening glow exclusively from the guesthouse rooftop 【Guesthouse Design】 • Pure white minimalist architecture + natural wood courtyard, the old banyan tree on the open-air platform is definitely the photo hotspot (tip: wear a light-colored long dress, stand on the stone steps under the tree, with the lighthouse and blue sky as the background) • Rooms feature extra-large floor-to-ceiling windows, with the bed facing the sea horizon, falling asleep to the sound of waves is incredibly soothing 【Thoughtful Service】 • Welcome drink upon check-in (highly recommend the iced coconut latte from Tree Under Coffee) • Free tide-pooling tools provided (shovel/bucket/net), and the front desk staff will kindly teach you how to dig for shells • A blessing for the lazy! If you don’t want to go out, the housekeeper can order seafood from nearby stalls on your behalf, often cheaper than ordering yourself 【Activity Guide】 1. Tide-pooling timing: Best 2 hours before low tide daily (ask the front desk for the tide table), you can dig for clams and crabs on the beach, kids will be thrilled! 2. Photo route: Guesthouse rooftop sunrise → Tree Under Coffee → Lighthouse Road (light is softest after 4 PM) 3. Nearby gems: 10-minute drive to the Artist Village, the colorful coral house and rainbow dam are very photogenic ⚠️Warm Tips: • The guesthouse has only 6 rooms, it’s recommended to book sea view rooms one month in advance during peak season • Remember to bring mosquito repellent in summer, outdoor dining at dusk requires protection • If not driving, you can contact the housekeeper for carpooling (about 1.5 hours from Zhanjiang West Station to the guesthouse)
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