Xuemanchangandaoshang
December 6, 2025
Changsha County, despite being one of the top ten counties nationwide, has long suffered from the lack of international chain hotels, with only 'fake' foreign brands filling the void. Thanks to the efforts of local owners, two IHG hotels, Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Express, have finally been signed. The development of Crowne Plaza in Changsha has also faced its challenges. The Crowne Plaza on Wuyi Square was once one of Changsha's most renowned international chain hotels, but due to age and deteriorating rooms, the owner couldn't afford renovations. It was eventually delisted and became Accor's Grand Mercure, and then finally an independent hotel.
The new generation 2.0 Crowne Plaza breaks away from the monotony and dullness of traditional business hotels. This stay marks my 70th night as a Diamond member this year, making it a very significant one.
Guest Relations Manager Sunny was extremely efficient. Although we never met in person, she perfectly arranged all the check-in details and even helped upgrade me to a suite. The benefits for Diamond members were thoroughly explained.
The suite was nearly 100 square meters. The previous golden hues have been replaced with lighter colors like white and grey, giving the room a more home-like feel. The large floor-to-ceiling windows offer expansive views, including a partial glimpse of Songya Lake.
The breakfast bakery items were a delightful surprise. Raw donuts, matcha pistachio cake, and German Black Forest cake are rarely seen, indicating the pastry chef's dedication. The rice noodle toppings were also incredibly varied, with options like spare ribs, minced meat sauce, and beef brisket to choose from.
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