Featured Hotels Near Dongzhaijiang

Yangshuo Yulong River Resort offers premium rooms with panoramic views of the Dongzhai River's meandering waters and karst peaks. Each room features floor-to-ceiling windows, and some suites include private terraces perfect for sunrise watching over misty river scenes. The resort blends traditional Guangxi architecture with modern luxury, and guests can enjoy guided bamboo raft tours and local cooking classes on-site.

Start with a bamboo raft ride along the Yulong River, gliding past lush rice fields and towering limestone formations. Stop at Xingping Wharf for lunch featuring local rice noodles and beer fish. In the afternoon, hike to Moon Mountain for a sweeping view of the Dongzai River valley. Return to Yangshuo Town in the evening to stroll through Xijie Street, enjoy live folk music, and experience authentic Zhuang cultural performances under the stars.

Yangshuo Ayala Resort is ideal for families, offering a kids’ play zone, organic farm visits, and hands-on workshops like rice planting and bamboo weaving. Family suites come with private courtyards and small pools. Nearby, the Ten Miles Gallery Trail provides safe, scenic walks through natural landscapes, while nightly bonfire gatherings introduce children to Zhuang traditions and storytelling.

Take the high-speed train from Guilin to Yangshuo (approx. 30 minutes), then transfer to a hotel shuttle or pre-booked taxi. For independent travelers, rent an electric scooter or bike along the Guilin-Yangshuo Highway, which passes through the Ten Miles Gallery, offering stunning roadside views. Most hotels provide complimentary shuttles, ensuring stress-free access to all major attractions.

Participate in a traditional bamboo raft-making workshop along the Yulong River, where local artisans teach ancient techniques used for centuries. Visit Jiu Xian Village to explore ancient Zhuang dwellings and witness intricate embroidery crafts. At night, sample oil tea and sour pancakes in Xijie’s alleyways and enjoy live performances of intangible cultural heritage dances—deepening your connection to the region’s living traditions.

Yangshuo Shangri-La Resort features a private riverside dock and on-site bamboo raft rentals, allowing guests to launch directly onto the Dongzai River. The resort also organizes early morning fishing excursions and sunset photography tours. With its elevated positioning, rooms offer uninterrupted views of the karst mountains meeting the water, blending tranquility with adventure in a serene natural setting.