Hotels in Xining Railway Station, Xining

My last night in Xining, I chose this hotel mainly because it's close enough to the train station. The hotel's underground parking lot seems to have a limited number of spaces (similar to the Holiday Inn Express I stayed at before). You need to get a handwritten pass from the front desk to enter and exit without paying for parking. I arrived around 3:30 PM, and they said the room was still being inspected, so I had to wait a bit before getting the room card. The front desk also gave me two complimentary vouchers for afternoon tea on the top floor. I checked it out later, and honestly, it felt less impressive than the breakfast's dessert, fruit, and beverage selection. 😅 I got a room on the 20th floor with views of the mountains to the north and south of Xining, so I guess you could call it a ”mountain view + city view” room. Breakfast was pretty standard. The local specialties from Qinghai were 'sanzi' and 'huahua' (I think that's what it was called, also a fried starchy food). Similar to other HUAZHU hotels I've stayed at, this one had many tourists from eastern China. Around 8 AM, the restaurant and elevators became particularly crowded. Goodbye, Xining! 👋

Took us some time to understand how things function in the room, but we finally got it. We missed the AC most. Although the city is at almost 2300 m alttitude, it can get hot in the summer and there's only a narrow window in the room. Too little to cool it over the night. No fridge means no cold drinks either. And also the shower nozzle is not fully functional. Water is fighting its way out of that 😵 But there is a nice lobby and also the room looks good. We did get a surprise snack around 10.00 pm. All put together I would say 'Better try one of the other hotels in the neighbourhood.'

It was well worth the effort to carefully select this hotel in Xining. The facilities are comprehensive and new. Its location is central to all attractions, yet not directly on a main road, making it very convenient – a quiet oasis in a bustling area. The breakfast was decent, and both the front desk and room service were excellent. The room's air conditioning is a central system, so the temperature (hot/cold) couldn't be adjusted. With Xining being a bit chilly in the mornings and evenings, it was actually warmer with the AC turned off these past few days.

Arrived in the morning, and since the train from Xining to Hangzhou was about 5 hours away, I chose an all-season hotel near Xining Railway Station and booked a 4-hour hourly room. All-season hotels are a national chain, and their service and other aspects are quite good. I usually choose them for my travels, and this time in Xining, I wasn't disappointed!

Highly recommend this hotel! The location is excellent, right next to the train station, just a few minutes' walk, which is super convenient for catching a train. The room is very spacious, open and not cramped. It also has air conditioning, which is central but you can control it yourself, very convenient. The most pleasant surprise in the room was the humidifier, which made us first-time visitors to Xining feel very comfortable. The entire room was spotlessly clean. The front desk staff were attentive and friendly, and check-in was very efficient. I'm very satisfied with this stay.

The deluxe family room at Qinghai Baiyun Xianglin Hotel was absolutely amazing! As soon as we walked in, we were blown away by how spacious and bright it was. The kids' play area, specially designed for children, had a slide and a rocking horse, keeping our little one entertained non-stop. The room was exceptionally clean, and the thoughtful touches like children's toiletries and disposable toilet seat covers really stood out. Hot water came out quickly, and the mattress was super comfortable. The hotel's service was impeccable; from the warm welcome at check-in, we felt cared for throughout our stay. Drinks and towels were plentiful, and the hotel's location was very convenient, with plenty of dining and shopping options nearby. Our stay was perfect, and I highly recommend it to families with children!

The price really threw me off, it didn't match my expectations for an Orange Hotel. It was comparable to their hotels in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai. I figured it was due to peak season, which I could understand, even though there aren't many tourists this year. The main issue was the air conditioning, which was on a timed schedule, but I couldn't even use it. The pipe was in the ceiling right by the entrance, and I guess air got trapped, because there was a constant draining noise. It woke me up after I'd finally fallen asleep at night. I couldn't take it anymore. At 12:42 AM, I called the front desk, and a technician came up to turn off the valve. Manual silence, I guess... Then I had to rush out for my itinerary early the next morning. 😫 My bad, I was out exploring all day and got back to the room too late to notice the issue sooner. Three days later, back in Xining, I downgraded to a budget hotel, and wow, it was actually pretty good!

Hotel Guest Perspective: My stay here was fantastic! The hotel's service was top-notch, with warm and attentive staff who made every step, from check-in to departure, a pleasant experience. The room itself was flawless – sparkling clean, tidy, and well-appointed with all the necessary amenities. Staying here felt as comfortable and secure as being at home. I hope the hotel continues to maintain such high standards; I'll definitely choose to stay here again next time. Travel Blogger Perspective: This hotel left a deep impression on me. In terms of service, the staff's professionalism and friendliness were truly outstanding; they were always ready to assist, ensuring a thoroughly enjoyable and relaxing travel experience. The room environment was a major highlight – cleaner and tidier than I could have imagined, with every corner revealing thoughtful attention to detail. If you're looking for a comfortable hotel, this is absolutely an excellent choice.

The Xining Building boasts an excellent location, with various commercial streets right outside. We even walked to Wangfujing and Xinqian Night Market in the evening. The hotel itself is quite large, a well-established four-star property, and the environment and hygiene are impeccable. Parking in the backyard is very convenient. Plus, the rice noodles at breakfast were delicious!

It was difficult to find the hotel in the first place when we stepped out of the taxi as we need to enter the building, go up to the 9th floor. Before, we asked surrounding locals ans they had no idea where was our hotel even :) The room were really spacious for 4 people. However, there were one queen bed for, and one big single bed which were not enough for 4 people to sleep in. Also, the room in reality didn't match at all the illustrated images. I suggest the hotel to be more honest with how their rooms look like so future guests wont be shocked as I was in the first place. Nevertheless, the hotel location was excellent. Next to the train station, to the market streets, surrounding mosques and Nanshan Park. We had a great time in Xining.