Golden Leaf Hot Spring, Zengcheng, Guangzhou
Award Reason: A hidden paradise closest to the metropolis
Style Rating: ★★★★
“Pattra”, the hotel’s English name, derives from Sanskrit, meaning “golden leaves that bring luck and happiness”. Its hot spring zone perches high on mountain slopes, earning it the title of high mountain hot spring — currently the highest-altitude hot spring in Guangdong Province. Its prime location delivers outstanding views; from afar, the complex resembles the Potala Palace in Xizang. Soaking in hot springs amid picturesque winter scenery is an extraordinary pleasure.
The hot spring zone contains 36 pools of varying sizes drawing from deep geothermal springs with underground temperatures reaching 75°C. The crystal-clear water is ultra-soft weakly alkaline spring water rich in metasilicic acid, sodium, zinc, copper, calcium and other health-boosting trace elements, acting as an all-natural remedy for health care and beauty skincare.
Room Rating: ★★★★
Located at the foot of Nankun Mountain, the resort enjoys a beautiful natural setting with rooms built tiered along mountain slopes. Guests staying in the highest building need two elevator transfers for a unique experience and unrivalled panoramic views. Guest rooms lean toward business styles, while villas adopt Balinese design.
Catering Rating: ★★★★
Two restaurants operate on-site: the Golden Hall Chinese Restaurant and Mingquan Western Restaurant, with an abundant selection of Western cuisine.
Service Rating: ★★★
The entertainment centre offers affordable fun; table tennis costs 28 RMB per hour and receives positive feedback from most visitors. Many guests commented that check-in and check-out services are average, suggesting insufficient staff training and room for service improvement. No complimentary snacks or drinks are provided in the hot spring zone.
Overall Review: Gorgeous surroundings make accommodation and hot spring soaks highly enjoyable, ideal for group trips to unwind.
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