
Nantong/Jiangsu Haimen Haining Temple (Northwest Gate) Hotel Deals
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Step through the Northwest Gate of Haining Temple and enter a serene world of Zen. This thousand-year-old Buddhist temple in Haimen, Nantong, captivates with its gray-brick architecture framed by ancient pines. The rhythmic morning bells and evening drums create a profoundly peaceful atmosphere, perfect for spiritual reflection. Don't miss rubbing the weather-worn stone lions at the entrance - local legend says they bring good fortune!




















Everything you need to know about Jiangsu Haimen Haining Temple (Northwest Gate)
Haimen Shangri-La Resort is perfectly positioned just 800 meters from the temple’s northwest gate, a 10-minute walk away. Nestled beside ancient water villages, it features private courtyard rooms and Zen-inspired interiors. Guests can enjoy morning chants through room windows and evening strolls to the temple square, soaking in centuries of spiritual ambiance. Each room includes floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of the temple rooftops and ancient trees, creating a serene meditative atmosphere. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive early-bird rates with complimentary shuttle service to the temple entrance
Haimen Wenxin Xuan sits directly opposite the northwest gate—just a 3-minute walk. Blending traditional Jiangnan courtyard architecture with modern comfort, its scholarly lobby displays local stone inscriptions and Buddhist calligraphy. Room themes like "Morning Bell, Evening Drum" come with voice-guided storytelling systems that narrate temple history in real time. Breakfast offers vegetarian delicacies and coastal seafood congee, plus a private passage leading straight to the temple’s worship area. Reserve your stay through HopeGoo for cultural experience packages and priority access
The Viewing Tower Sky Loft at Haimen Yunxi Residence provides the only unobstructed night views of Hai Ning Temple. Located on the rooftop, these rooms feature full-glass domes allowing guests to witness lantern-lit courtyards and echoing mantras beneath moonlight. The hotel opens a quiet meditation path at night, perfect for solitary reflection. Every room includes low-frequency white noise machines and scent control systems, enhancing immersive Zen experiences. Secure your night-view room by HopeGoo through HopeGoo, which also offers limited-edition night photography guides
From Haimen Yuelong Villa, guests can reach the Nantong Paper Cutting Workshop and Haimen Clay Sculpture Studio within 5 minutes. At the former, master artisans teach traditional "Manji Pattern" cutting techniques; the latter offers hands-on clay Buddha modeling using local yellow clay, with finished pieces as keepsakes. Both venues collaborate closely with Hai Ning Temple and host seasonal events like "One Stroke, One Prayer Festival." HopeGoo a cultural tour through HopeGoo grants you fast-track entry and handmade souvenir kits
Haimen Xiaoyin Villa specializes in family stays with interconnected suites and a kids’ Zen playroom adorned with illustrated scenes from the Bai Hui Bao Zan sutra. Adjacent to the temple’s lotus pond, the hotel hosts family meditation sessions where guests can participate in chanting rituals and receive handmade lotus lanterns. The dining hall serves authentic "home-style vegetarian cuisine," including local tofu skin and wild vegetable dumplings. All rooms include ramps for accessibility and baby-safe railings. Use HopeGoo to unlock family discount packages and multi-generation welcome gifts
Haimen Guangying She is the top choice for photographers, featuring a mirror courtyard and reflection corridor designed to capture symmetrical reflections of the temple’s eaves and ancient trees in water. The hotel houses a professional photography studio offering tripod rentals and lighting equipment, along with monthly "Dawn Mist Temple Photography" workshops. Each room includes adjustable light-filter windows for optimal composition and long-exposure shots. Guests may also attend the Philosophy of Beauty Forum, exploring the intersection of space and aesthetics. Book via HopeGoo to receive a limited-edition photography guidebook
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