This was my first time staying at Atour, and in Fenghuang Ancient City, the only chain hotel brands available are domestic ones like Atour, Hanting, and Orange. A popular scenic spot really should introduce more international and domestic chain hotel brands, rather than just relying on conservative local hotels and guesthouses. Without market competition, it's easy to become insular, leading to outdated accommodation facilities and services. More lodging options would also help tourists avoid falling into 'photo trap' scams, as the overall guest experience is a crucial part of a scenic spot's reputation. Atour, in my experience, was quite good. The in-room facilities were new, clean, and well-designed. Upon closer inspection, I found that all the details were well thought out, anticipating guests' needs. The service was excellent, and the breakfast was outstanding—the beef rice noodles were delicious. I believe Atour has the potential to become a high-end brand, setting a benchmark for hotels both domestically and internationally.
Across the street is an Orange hotel, and through an alley, you can reach the Tuojiang River, making it very convenient to get to various attractions in the ancient city. My only minor complaint is that although it's away from the noisy bar areas of the ancient city, my room faced the main road. I could still clearly hear people talking loudly on the street and cars passing by at night. However, considering its convenient location near the ancient city, I can't be too picky – it's just a small drawback. Don't worry too much about whether the ancient city is overly commercialized; if you're just looking to relax, wander around, enjoy the sights, and snap some photos, it's definitely worth a visit.
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