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Reviews of Riverside Retreat Hotel

10 - 3 Ao Tou Village,Dongling, 541900 Yangshuo, China

#15 of 60 hotels in Yangshuo

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 91 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free Wifi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: February 5, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast could have more variety.

    View of mountains from room, hotel grounds, helpful receptionist, location to town, comfortable bed.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: December 18, 2024

    10
    The most beautiful view from the bed to the landscape of Yangshuo
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

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    The vie from the rooms are so amazing!! Also the owner is incredibly helpful. It’s quiet, it’s beautiful and it’s really relaxing!!

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 6, 2024

    10
    Breathtaking mountain view in wonderful retreat hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing, it was perfect!

    We were initially surprised that it was not too close to the city, but we actually loved the location and felt immersed in nature with this spectacular view of the mountains. Being in the city would not have been the same. I am still dreaming about the view and the nearby village! The staff was so helpful and welcoming! Our host was fluent in English which made our trip arrangement easier. The food was really nice for the price! We will definitely be back!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: November 2, 2024

    10
    Excellent stay, would recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    generally very happy with our stay and would come again, excellent value for money. A few minor comments : - breakfast could have more options (at least for drinks, for example hot chocolate) - would be great if there was a self service laundry - bikes could be in better condition - could be helpful to put a sign requesting silence in the room floors (a Chinese group of clients yelled every morning at 8:00am in the corridor on their way out, waking everyone up)

    - the view, the view, the view : incredible - the possibility to order good foods and drinks all day (both Chinese and western options) - bedroom was comfortable, clean, with nice terrace (with a good view) - easy to find by typing the name on Didi or google maps; location far from the noise of the city center/west street but easily accessible by didi (10-15min) - reception spoke English and was happy to give advice and help - possible to rent bikes for a day (30 RMB per bike)

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 24, 2024

    10
    We’ll definitely recommend this hotel… definitely be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We chose this hotel as we wanted/needed the quiet and space away from a bustling city… it met our expectations… 😊

    Very tranquil… beautiful view from our room… perfect for relaxation Staff very friendly and helpful.. especially Greg 😊

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 14, 2024

    10
    For the money and hospitality , there wasn't any issue.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location wasn't quite close to lakes or rivers .

    :Breakfast was great

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 12, 2024

    8.0
    very pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    In the room: add a table and a chair for a computer

    reasonable breakfast - Location with a great view -

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 8, 2024

    10
    Perfect spot for a relaxing stay in yangshuo while still being minutes away from.all the action down
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    staff were extremely helpful and friendly. The location is fantastic with beautiful views. The view from our patio was spectacular. We rented scooters to easily get to west street and back which was very convenient and fun! Can't wait to come back

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 6, 2024

    9.0
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A little note. Breakfast was only available until 9:30, but that is the only little thing.

    Great accommodation in the nature with awesome view. Even though it is not directly in the city centre, it didn’t bother at all. Easy to go there by bike/walk and the ferry or didi. Very friendly staff. Good western breakfast. Just a really remote location in the nature :)

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 30, 2024

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    We loved everything about this hotel. Super sweet and friendly staff, who wanted to help us with our questions. Amazing views from the room and terrace. Super good breakfast (western style) and we also loved the dinner they serve.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 27, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing to say say

    Perfect place, with good location, amazing staff and a very beautiful and cozy room. I would totally recommend this place to everyone going to Yangshuo. One of the best places I have been

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 26, 2024

    9.0
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No fridge in room - would have been great for drinks and snacks. Included breakfast didn't have a local "set" of breakfast dishes. Sets were a choice of 3 western breakfasts.

    Beautiful quiet location but easy and cheap to catch ferry over to town for many places to eat and buy souvenirs. Helpful and friendly English speaking staff. Would definitely recommend as a great place to stay.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 26, 2024

    9.0
    The staff were friendly and the pool, electric scooters, laundry service, and balcony views were very nice.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A bit of a drive to the main town

    Cold pool, nice and helpful staff, and beautiful view

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 1, 2024

    10
    Exceptional place and value
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had the double room with balcony and the view was just insane, not to mention the swimming pool. We initially planned to stay two nights but ended up staying 4 nights. Staff was really friendly. They gave us a good ebike for a small fee which was really convenient. Banana pancakes was 10/10.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 29, 2024

    9.0
    Friendly hotel with green surroundings and pool
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A few more options to hang up towels would be nice

    Close enough to centre yangshuo but with green surrounding and a pool (!!), very bright and friendly family room. The view from the balcony on the mountains is stunning. Craig from the hotel was so helpful with all kinds of advice.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The traffic jam of the city makes sometimzs complex the moves from or to the the hotel. Use dd

    The view is extraordinory The swimming pool is great with flowers around

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 12, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The place is a bit far away from the center, but the hotel rented us an electric motobike and explained how to drive it (and yes, it is easy to ride).

    I liked the quietness, the size of the room, the bed, the pool, the staff and the incredible views from the terrace of the hotel.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    lovely owner, great communication with the staff. kids favourite: the pool!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 14, 2024

    9.0
    Amazing views and a great place to chill for a few days
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The bathroom wasn't properly cleaned - the tap on the basin was dirty and there were toothpaste splatters on the tiles by the basin. The windows that look out on the view were dirty and had stains on them.

    The views are amazing from this hotel. The pool was very refreshing after a very hot day of sightseeing. The staff (Craig) was very helpful and he spoke very good English which made our stay easier. The bed was comfortable. They gave us an extra key card so that we could keep the aircon on even when we weren't there - it was so nice to come back to a cool room after a day out in the heat. The food was good and it was really nice to eat dinner outside in the evening and look at the view of Yangshuo town.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 12, 2024

    9.0
    Great stay, view was incredible. Great value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location was on the other side of the river so a bit more difficult to get to the main part, but we found a ferry that went over so it wasn’t so bad. The food in the restaurant was quite expensive so we didn’t want to really eat there that often.

    The view was the most incredible thing. We were kindly upgraded because it was low season and the room was gorgeous. The personal were kind and helpful. Breakfast was included and was nice and plentiful.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 6, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The Hosts had great english and provided a free upgraded room for my stay with a view. The cook could make a variety of Chinese or western dishes. Breakfast was included in the stay. There are beautiful walking trails around the property. Really a great find!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 27, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Fantastic little property. Opposite side of river to main town but accessible by ferry and short walk or by taxi.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 25, 2024

    10
    Amazing place with great views, pool, staff and breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We spent 5 nights in this fantastic place and enjoyed it a lot! Amazing views from the room, super nice, spacious and modern rooms with all the necessary equipment, very nice English speaking staff who will help you plan your stay in town, good breakfast choices with good coffee, VERY nice swimming pool, not so far from the town center (which is crowded nad busy though so you want to stay at the countryside) . Also they rent bikes and ebikes at very good quality and at good prices.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Staff were excellent. Room was very clean and facilities were superb. Would recommend to anyone.

    Stayed in May 2024

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