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Hotel Review: A Chaotic Symphony of Comfort and Quirks
Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because I'm about to unload on you my recent stay at… well, let's just call it "The Grand Whatever." Look, I've stayed in a lot of places, from fleabag hostels in Kathmandu to gleaming palaces in Dubai, and this one… this one's got character. And by character, I mean a delightful mix of genius and utter, glorious chaos.
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Accessibility: Holding Hands While Navigating the Labyrinth (and Failing Sometimes)
Okay, so the website promised accessibility. And, to be fair, they mostly delivered. Wheelchair accessible was a definite tick, with ramps and elevators galore. The elevators, however, were a different story. One morning, I swear I got stuck in one for a solid five minutes with a particularly grumpy chihuahua. That's right, I almost died with a chihuahua. Thankfully, the elevator situation was finally sorted.
They claimed to have Facilities for disabled guests, which was spot-on, and the access to the lobby and many restaurants was good. Just… watch out for those rogue potted plants.
On-Site Accessible Restaurants/Lounges: Kudos for providing them.
Internet: The Wi-Fi Whisperer and the LAN Legend
Internet Access: Oh, the internet. It was a rollercoaster.
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! That's the promise, right? Well, the Wi-Fi in public areas was pretty reliable. Fast enough to upload Instagram stories of my disastrous attempts to eat breakfast. In my room, though? It was like wrestling a sloth.
Internet [LAN]: Thankfully they still provide LAN cables, so I could get my stuff done on my laptop.
Internet Services: At least they tried.
Things to Do, Ways to Relax, And the Body That Got Bodied
Let's talk about the good stuff – the stuff that actually made me forget (mostly) about the Wi-Fi.
Spa/sauna: Absolutely divine. Honestly, it was the saving grace of the whole darn place. I spent a whole afternoon getting a Body scrub that left me feeling like a newborn panda. And the Sauna was perfect for melting away the stress of… well, everything.
Spa: Yes, yes, yes!
The Pool with view was… epic. I'm talking infinity pool, sparkling water, and a panorama that made my jaw drop. I’m telling you, I did the obligatory Instagram shot with the sunset in the background.
Swimming pool [outdoor]: And yes, they had a nice one.
Fitness center: The Gym/fitness was well-equipped, and I forced myself to go every morning, if at all. The treadmills were decent, and they had a decent Steamroom.
Massage I think I had one…
Body wrap I can't recall.
Foot bath This I missed, and it was a mistake.
Cleanliness and Safety: Germaphobes, Rejoice! (Mostly)
Okay, so the COVID era has made us all a little… twitchy. The Grand Whatever actually seemed to get the message, though.
Anti-viral cleaning products, Sterilizing equipment, and Professional-grade sanitizing services were all in place. They even had Hand sanitizer stations everywhere.
Rooms sanitized between stays, and the staff were vigilant about Daily disinfection in common areas.
The Hygiene certification also seemed to be in place.
The fact that Rooms sanitized between stays. was so reassuring. You can opt-out of room service (and I recommend you do)
They had Fire extinguisher, Smoke alarms, and Security [24-hour], like everywhere else.
Cashless payment service, and Non-smoking rooms
They provide Face masks and/or hand sanitizer.
The only real problem was the "extra touches". Like the "special" breakfast, which was individually wrapped.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: A Culinary Adventure (Mostly Unplanned)
This is where things got… interesting.
Restaurants, Bars, and Buffets: Dining was a hit-or-miss affair. The Restaurants were plentiful, offering a variety of options.
A la carte in restaurant I loved the a la carte restaurant.
The Breakfast [buffet] was… a spectacle. International cuisine in restaurant, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant.
The Poolside bar was great. Really great.
They had a Coffee shop, and I really needed it.
The Snack bar was average.
My favorite thing about the breakfast was that you could get a Bottle of water with breakfast.
I do recall the Desserts in restaurant.
The Buffet in restaurant was great.
Room service [24-hour]
The Asian breakfast was great.
Services and Conveniences: Perks and Petty Annoyances
The Grand Whatever offered a bunch of conveniences, some of which were actually convenient.
Air conditioning in public area. Thank the heavens. It was an inferno outside.
Concierge: Super helpful. They managed to arrange a taxi to the airport even after my phone died. Gold stars for that.
Daily housekeeping: Spotless. My room always felt fresh and clean.
Elevator: I have mentioned this!
Facilities for disabled guests: Check!
Gift/souvenir shop: I'm not a souvenir person, but it was there.
The Indoor venue for special events, Outdoor venue for special events, the Meeting/banquet facilities, and Meetings are available.
Luggage storage, Laundry service, Ironing service, Cash withdrawal the all essential services.
They also had several Meeting/banquet facilities.
What happened to the Business facilities, you ask? The Xerox/fax in business center? I have no idea, I didn't go! All the business stuff was well-equipped, I think.
For the Kids: Are Children Involved?
Babysitting service.
Family/child friendly
They have Kids facilities, and Kids meal.
What’s in the room:
Let's talk about the rooms.
Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra-long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens.
The rooms were decent, even if I didn't use half of the features. The Additional toilet was great.
Getting Around: The Taxi Tango and Bicycle Bliss
Airport transfer: Thank goodness. I’m useless after a flight. Smooth and efficient.
Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, Valet parking.
I didn’t use any of these, so I can't say.
Overall…: Let’s wrap it up.
Overall: This hotel isn't perfect. It's got its quirks, its frustrations, and its moments of utter brilliance. But that's what makes it… memorable. It's a place you'll remember, even if you can't quite remember if you got that memo about the complimentary tea and the extra-long beds. Would I go back? In a heartbeat. Just maybe with a backup Wi-Fi plan and a healthy dose of patience.
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Chongqing Chaos: My OYO Yipin Yarn (Prepare for a Hot Mess)
Okay, buckle up. This isn't your pristine travel brochure itinerary. This is the raw, unfiltered, slightly-hungover account of my Chongqing adventure, specifically focusing on my basecamp: the OYO Yipin Hotel. Oh, and prepare for tangents. They're basically my brand.
Day 1: Arrival, Noodles, and Existential Dread (Mostly About the Smog)
Morning (ish) - Arrival & Immediate Regret: Landed in Chongqing. Holy moly, the airport. HUGE. I was already questioning my life choices at baggage claim. Finding the hotel? A scavenger hunt. GPS, bless its digital heart, kept leading me down alleyways that looked suspiciously like where drug deals go down in bad movies. Success! (Eventually). Check-in? Smooth, surprisingly! Except the lobby smelled vaguely of disinfectant and disappointment.
Afternoon - Room Revelation & Noodle Nirvana (or Torture?): My room. Let's call it "cozy." Okay, it was small. REALLY small. But hey, clean! (Mostly. A suspicious stain on the carpet might have been a tea spill, or…who knows?). The view? Brick wall. The air? Thick. Like, can-cut-it-with-a-knife thick. The smog was INSANE. I'd heard about it, but seeing it? Wow. Instantly felt like I'd aged a decade. But then… noodles. I found a tiny hole-in-the-wall place nearby. The chili oil? Divine. The spice? Brutal. I slurped, I sweated, I cried a little (maybe from the noodles, maybe from the existential dread). Best noodles in the world? Possibly. Did I regret it later? Absolutely. My stomach was a warzone.
Evening - Wandering & Early Bedtime: Roamed the streets. Everything felt…different. Colors muted by the haze. People bustling everywhere. Couldn't understand anything. But I still felt myself a little more. Bought some street food (more chili oil, what was I thinking?!). Tried to communicate with a local using frantic hand gestures. Ended up accidentally ordering a spicy, fermented tofu something-or-other. Delicious. My stomach really punished me for that one. Knackered, I crashed into bed at 8 pm. Jet lag? No. Just sheer exhaustion from existing in a world I barely understood.
Quirky observation: The air purifiers in the lobby had little stickers on them that said “Good Air For You!” Made me question everything.
Day 2: Scaling Heights, Slippery Slopes, & Temple Tranquility (Sort Of)
Morning - The Cable Car Calamity: Morning! Decided to tackle the Yangtze River cable car. Sounds idyllic, right? Nope. Packed tighter than a sardine can. The view? Amazing. The personal space? Nonexistent. I spent the entire ride pinned against a very smelly man, convinced I was going to suffocate. Still, the view! Unbeatable. You'd think that's when my travel experiences would start to improve over time, it did not.
Afternoon - Ciqikou Ancient Town & Street Food Suicide Mission (Part 2): Ciqikou Ancient Town. Touristy, but charming (in a slightly-manufactured-charm kind of way). Wandered aimlessly, dodging selfie sticks and hawkers. More street food. More questionable choices. Found a stall selling what looked like crispy duck tongues. My inner foodie screamed, "YES!" My stomach screamed, "NOOOOO!" (I went with YES, of course). They were…interesting.
Evening - Hongya Cave & the Descent into Despair (Kidding! …Mostly): Hongya Cave. Lit up at night. Gorgeous. Instagrammable. But also… packed. Shoulder-to-shoulder crowds. The descent down the stairs from the top of the cave system became a descent into my inner thoughts, and the thought I can do better. Got stuck behind a group of tourists who were taking a photo in every single spot. I had to just keep going. Was fun though, with some great food. But I needed a drink so bad. Found a bar with a view of the river. Finally, some peace. Then, I realized I'd forgotten my phone. Panic. Retraced my steps. Found it! Triumph! (Also, a slight throb of regret for those crispy duck tongues).
Anecdote: I found myself staring at the skyscrapers reflecting on the Yangtze river, feeling utterly lost, wondering if I'd made a massive mistake, then I ate three dumplings and things seemed better. Life is simple after all.
Day 3: The OYO's Hidden Gems, Chongqing University, & a Spicy Farewell
- Morning - OYO Hotel Revelation (The good and the Bad): I thought the hotel was forgettable. Turns out, I was wrong. Hidden in plain sight were the real gems: my room's comforter -- it's not the finest Egyptian cotton in the world -- but it's warm and comfy.
- Afternoon - Last Noodle Run and Goodbye: I woke up late. (Again). Rushed out for a final noodle farewell. Ordered the spiciest version possible, just to prove I could. (Spoiler: I almost couldn't). Said goodbye to the city.
The Verdict?
Chongqing. Is it a disaster for the senses? Absolutely. Is it beautiful? Unquestionably. Did I regret half my food choices? Yes. Would I go back? Probably. It was a mess. It was chaotic. It was… unforgettable. And the OYO Yipin Hotel? Perfectly imperfect. Just like the city itself.
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