Seaview Resort Xiamen

I spent the whole day at the hotel, enjoying the quiet and beautiful atmosphere. However, it's not always easy to find peace and quiet at Haiyue Villa, haha, because it's full of families with kids. You'll find children of all ages, from babies in arms to preschoolers in strollers and elementary school kids running around. Teenagers might find it a bit boring. When I was planning, I debated for a long time because some reviews mentioned it was an older hotel, about ten years old. But honestly, I found it perfectly acceptable. The overall decor isn't super luxurious; the sofa and carpet patterns might be a bit old-fashioned, and it's not very high-tech, but the overall comfort was good, and my daughter loved it here. The hotel is right next to Huangcuo Beach, just across the road. As soon as you enter the grounds, you feel instantly relaxed – full vacation mode! It's a huge property, lush with green trees, like a whole resort area itself. It's divided into the Main Building, Water Garden, and Mountain Villa, with prices increasing accordingly. We booked a Deluxe Sea View room on the 4th floor and got a free upgrade on arrival to a Nalong (Milk Dragon) themed full sea view room on the 5th floor. The view was even more expansive, overlooking the pool, green trees, the ocean, and ships – absolutely beautiful, comparable to Sanya. The room was spacious, 46 square meters, with a round bathtub on the balcony where you could soak while enjoying the sea view. That experience was absolutely amazing. The Nalong theme was everywhere! There were Nalong duvet covers, two adorable Nalong plushies and throw pillows on the bed, a Nalong mat on the floor, and Nalong murals on the walls. Most importantly, there was a sizable Nalong tent, which kids would surely love. I have to rave about the swimming pools. In the main building area, we visited the outdoor infinity pool and several other pools downstairs from the guest rooms. Not only were the pool views stunning, but they were also quite clean, and there were plenty of lifeguards. Swim rings and kickboards were provided free of charge, and there were also some paid activities to choose from. Through the pool area, there's a small gate that you can open with your room card. After walking through an underpass, you arrive at Huangcuo Beach. Swimming doesn't seem to be allowed, but everyone was wading and playing in the water. Even though it's a public beach, it wasn't crowded. The sand was quite fine, and the waves weren't too big, though there were occasional bits of floating trash. The breakfast buffet was good, but it was incredibly crowded and noisy. If you went later, you'd have to queue. They offered a variety of Southern Fujian (Minan) snacks, and the Satay noodles, Mianxian paste, Guo Bian Hu (pot-side paste), and Peanut Soup were all delicious 😋 The fried dough sticks, pudding, and oatmeal bowls were also very tasty 😋 Oh, by the way, our butler, Xiao Bin, provided excellent service! He helped me book dinner reservations and even arranged a two-hour late check-out! Highly recommended!

From check-in to check-out, the entire stay was seamless. The front desk staff were incredibly efficient, gentle, and polite. The room was quiet and spotless, and the hotel's ambiance was elegant. The room layout was very well-designed! The entire hotel staff provided excellent service, and the toiletries were of high quality, even including a special children's toiletry kit from戴可思 (Daikesi)! Miaomiao, our butler, was very attentive and responded quickly to messages. Every morning, she would message us early to ask if we needed any items replenished – her service was truly on point! It felt like a fantastic stay! We even received complimentary welcome fruit upon arrival, and the children's play facilities were so extensive that my little one didn't want to go home. We'll definitely consider choosing Haiyue again next time! I've already shared this with my friends, haha.

The room was excellent. The front desk upgraded me to a water-view room upon check-in, which was very spacious and had direct access to the swimming pool. The hotel's location is also great; it's generally within a 30-minute taxi ride to most attractions.

Although the facilities are a bit dated, they are well-maintained and clean. The hotel environment is indeed lovely, with indoor and outdoor garden pools. There's a small path leading directly to Huangcuo Beach, which is very convenient. The hotel generally gives off a forest park vibe, and it was a great experience taking the kids to explore the trees. My only regret this time was not getting a sea-view room. I hope to have the chance to visit Xiamen again and experience that next time!

The hotel's services were generally decent, but the F&B department's service was absolutely terrible, especially in the morning. It's truly not what you'd expect from a service industry or a hotel. The family fun areas, pool, and other facilities were all great, and the staff there were very friendly. Housekeeping was fine too. But why was the restaurant/F&B department so incredibly bad? I can't even begin to describe their service.

The hotel service was really good. Staying in the main building was very convenient for getting around, calling a taxi, and going to the beach. The room did have a bit of an odor, but after reporting it to the staff, they promptly brought a dehumidifier and an air freshener, which were very effective. We were also quite happy with the hotel's photography service. Overall, both adults and children had a great time.

Let's get straight to the point with an objective review. 1. **Service Efficiency (Check-in):** Extremely slow. Check-in was inefficient, and there weren't enough counters open during peak hours. However, the front desk staff were quite patient. 2. **Restaurant Efficiency (Breakfast):** The worst. We queued for 20 meters for breakfast. The truth is, one woman stood at the restaurant entrance with a notebook, trying to conceal it as if she was faking records. The check-in information she had was also inaccurate. She verified it multiple times until I showed my room card, and only then did she say it was okay, wasting two minutes. This is completely unworthy of your hotel's level. I just want to ask, has your hotel been losing money on countless free breakfasts because of outsiders providing fake information? Once inside the restaurant, there were plenty of staff, but they weren't assigned to verify dining information at the entrance. This is your management. Well done, keep it up! After breakfast, the queue of guests stretched into the lobby. I'd say a 50-meter line isn't an exaggeration! 3. **Hotel Size & Accessibility:** The resort is indeed large. We had to call a shuttle bus every time for breakfast, and the efficiency was decent, but it still took about ten minutes to get from the room to the restaurant. This isn't suitable for business travelers. Anyone reading this should make sure to go early for breakfast, otherwise, you'll be very frustrated. 4. **Room Facilities:** The hotel rooms are outdated. The toilet has been replaced, but the overall hygiene is acceptable. 5. **Children's Activities:** Kids' activities are mostly from 10 AM to around 3 PM. If you're visiting Xiamen and need to go to the city center, you won't be able to make use of these children's programs. We only used 2 out of the total eight coupons. Therefore, it's more suitable for families with children who plan to stay at the hotel. 6. **Soundproofing:** Poor, extremely poor. You can hear children yelling outside and even sounds from next door, which further indicates the outdated facilities. 7. **Bathroom Privacy:** The toilet blind is semi-transparent when pulled down, allowing you to see everything happening inside. Embarrassing or not, you decide. 8. **Location:** Far from the city center's Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi to get there. **Pros:** Rich breakfast, relatively efficient shuttle service, excellent park-like environment, multiple swimming pools with lifeguards.

My friend recommended this older hotel, and I had a pretty good experience. The service at Shuiyuan was decent; as soon as I arrived, a bellhop actively opened the door and helped with my luggage. Check-in at the front desk was quick, and they had many activities. The front desk lady had a lovely smile and kept explaining everything, even preparing sand-digging tools. The mattress in the room was quite good, making for a comfortable sleep, and they provided kids' toiletries, which was a nice bonus. The room was clean and well-maintained. The main building is a bit far, and most facilities are concentrated there, but the shuttle service was prompt. Although there was a small hiccup, a Golden Key attendant at Shuiyuan quickly came to resolve the issue, which I greatly appreciated. Throughout my stay, all the staff provided excellent service – no cold or perfunctory attitudes. I would definitely choose this place again!

After extensive research online, this hotel definitely lived up to expectations! Choosing the Seaview Global Hotel was a delightful surprise! We pre-booked a deluxe sea-view room, and our attentive dedicated butler, Miaomiao, even upgraded us for free to a Tianyue Pavilion panoramic sea-view room. The view was instantly much more expansive and absolutely stunning. Butler Miaomiao was very responsive; any issues were promptly communicated and resolved. Her service was thoughtful and heartwarming. The hotel certainly lives up to its reputation as a seasoned family-friendly resort, with incredibly comprehensive children's facilities. There's a mini-train, pony cart rides, go-karts – everything you could wish for, and the kids had a blast. The summer activities with the 'Happy Fruits' program were diverse and entertaining, so the children had different play options every day. The resort grounds are beautiful, and there are many activity choices, making a family vacation easy and stress-free. It's perfectly suited for families traveling with children, and I'd love to try different room types. We'll definitely prioritize staying here again next time we visit Xiamen!