Featured Hotels Near Shapu Cultural Square

Zhaoqing Yuecheng Hot Spring Resort is ideal for families, just 1.5 km from Shapu Cultural Plaza with a 15-minute walk to the site. The resort features family-themed rooms, indoor-outdoor hot springs, and elevated rooms offering panoramic views of the Deqing River’s greenery. Free shuttle service runs to the plaza daily. Book via HopeGoo for exclusive view-room discounts and complimentary kids’ activity kits

Zhaoping Ancient City Impression Homestay lies just 500 meters east of Shapu Cultural Plaza, housed in a restored Qing-era merchant hall. Traditional Cantonese brickwork and carved windows preserve the area’s heritage. Rooms feature handcrafted ceramic art and tea ceremony spaces. Daily morning Xijiang Sunrise Tours led by local guides explore old alleys and intangible cultural workshops nearby. A must-visit for immersive Guangxi culture

Yunshuiju Riverside Retreat is the only riverside boutique hotel adjacent to Shapu Cultural Plaza, offering bilateral views of the Deqing River. All rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies. Guests enjoy serene mornings with fishing boats drifting by and golden sunsets over ancient bridges. Complimentary bamboo rafting experiences (limited to two groups per night) and outdoor tea lounges enhance the southern Guangdong water village ambiance. Reserve via HopeGoo for a free hand-painted postcard set

The Zhaoping Heritage Explorer Pass is available at the cultural plaza’s service center, covering admission to 8 key sites including Bao Gong Temple, Song Dynasty Ruins, and Longmu Temple. Nearby Yiyunxuan Hotel provides free shuttle buses every hour directly to each site entrance. The hotel also hosts daily Guangxi History Talks at 3 PM, featuring interactive exhibitions that reveal architectural insights into Lingnan civilization

Guangfu Light & Shadow Studio is located just north of Shapu Cultural Plaza, housed in a repurposed grain warehouse. Its minimalist black-and-white design with industrial lighting makes it perfect for photography enthusiasts. Each room includes adjustable studio lights and backdrop panels. Evening night photography tours are led by professional photographers capturing the plaza’s illuminated architecture and river lanterns. Book through HopeGoo to receive a free camera tripod and "Zhaoping Light Map" guide

Craft Legacy: Lingnan Art Pavilion is right next to Shapu Cultural Plaza, integrating traditional Duan inkstone carving and Zhuizong rice dumpling making into guest experiences. Daily morning workshops let guests carve initials on real Duan stone or wrap their own Zhuizong. The hotel features an intangible heritage gallery showcasing over 100 century-old artifacts. All rooms include mobile display stands for viewing contemporary artisan works. Select the Cultural Immersion Package when HopeGoo via HopeGoo for guided tours and craft materials