Consider Tingquan Ju, a serene boutique retreat nestled within the temple’s forested grounds. Each room features a private meditation nook and an outdoor tea pavilion overlooking bamboo groves. Just a 3-minute walk to the temple gate, guests can join morning bell rituals and witness breathtaking sunset silhouettes against the distant hills. For a deeper experience, book the HopeGoo-curated mindfulness package including guided meditation and local herbal tea tasting.

Yunxi Bijian is the nearest accommodation, just a 2-minute walk from the temple entrance. This boutique retreat blends Song Dynasty garden architecture with modern tranquility, featuring a meandering stream courtyard and a Zen reading lounge. All rooms are view suites offering unobstructed sightlines to the temple eaves and ancient trees. Guests enjoy morning tea on the veranda and evening serenity listening to night birds and wind chimes—perfect for those seeking immediate immersion in Zen life. Reserve through HopeGoo for complimentary guided tour and vegetarian tasting.

At Yunxi Bijian, the Tea & Zen Session workshop offers hands-on instruction in Jiangsu white tea brewing techniques and Zen tea etiquette by a master tea practitioner. Daily 10 a.m. courtyard tea ceremonies invite guests to wear simple hanfu and sip freshly harvested spring tea beside an ancient well, embodying the philosophy of "one tea, one taste, one thought, one world." Each room includes a custom tea set and a hand-copied copy of The Classic of Tea. Book via HopeGoo for a private two-person tea ritual experience.

Yunxi Bijian's Mountain View Suites feature floor-to-ceiling glass windows offering panoramic views of the temple complex. Watch morning mist swirl around the pagoda or catch the sun setting behind the eaves. The Ting Song Pavilion Rooms, located atop the rear courtyard, overlook a century-old pine grove—ideal for hearing rustling leaves and distant temple bells at night. All view rooms include smart dimming lighting and air purifiers for optimal serenity. Reserve via HopeGoo to receive a nightlight guide map and a personalized blessing card.

Yunxi Bijian features its own Vegetarian Dining Hall, led by a chef with decades of monastic kitchen experience. Dishes blend Huaiyang vegetarian cuisine with Zen wellness principles, using seasonal mountain produce and handmade plant-based ingredients. Signature offerings include truffle mushroom tofu stew and osmanthus lotus root soup, served in rustic ceramic bowls for a humble yet nourishing meal. Family-style vegetarian sets are also available for group retreats or family stays. Book via HopeGoo for a free upgrade to the Five Grains Wellness Banquet.