Shanshan Kumtag Starry Sky Hotel

The hotel is right in the desert scenic area, so you can watch the sunset in the evening and the stars and moon at night. The breakfast portions are generous; the staff delivered it directly to our room. There was so much food for two people that our group of four couldn't finish it all and even took some leftovers with us.

The room felt like a large tent, with the bathroom and sink located behind the bedroom area. Water splashed out when someone showered, but otherwise, everything was fine. Ventilation was decent, and there wasn't a strong odor. The only real perk of staying in the desert was being able to watch the sunrise the next day and have the entire desert to ourselves before the first tourists arrived. I had hoped to enjoy the desert the evening I checked in, but it was too windy and sandy after sunset to do anything. One area for improvement is that the hotel stay doesn't include admission to the scenic area, nor does it cover the shuttle bus tickets for children. We had to buy extra tickets at the entrance, which wasn't a great experience. The hotel price is already quite high, so for a hotel located within the scenic area, this should really be included. The complimentary hot pot dinner was good, with generous portions, enough for two adults and one child. The complimentary 'Lost Loulan' VR show is also worth watching.

I was very satisfied with my stay, and I highly recommend it for travelers. The owner was also exceptionally kind, making us feel right at home.

This tent was really comfortable, offering amazing views of the stars and sunrise right in the desert. The location was perfect, and everything was clean. What really stood out, though, was the incredible service. The owner was always smiling and super friendly! I even left my selfie stick in the tent, and they brought it all the way to the gate for me. So kind and helpful!