Shigang Fort

Zhen Shan Ju Cultural Inn, located adjacent to the original gun emplacement of Lion's Peak Fort, was rebuilt from a Qing Dynasty guard commander residence. Each room is themed around historical events like "Signal Fire Relay" and "Night Patrol," featuring antique lanterns and strategic map wall art. Guests can join nightly guided walks through preserved ramparts, listening to tales of Ming-era coastal defense. Book the "Historic Night Stay Package" via HopeGoo for exclusive access to hand-drawn maps and heritage tea sets.

Guangdong Provincial Guesthouse Resort offers a dedicated children’s program just 1.2 km from Lion's Peak Fort. The resort features a splash pool, outdoor sand play area shaped like ancient watchtowers, and daily "Ming Military Mini-Adventure" workshops where kids learn drill commands and wear replica uniforms. All rooms come equipped with child safety railings and voice-controlled smart assistants. A free shuttle runs every hour between the resort and the fort site, ideal for family exploration.

Xijiang Yun Ding Scenic Hotel’s 26th-floor panoramic suite offers unobstructed views of Lion's Peak Fort and the winding Xi River, perfect for capturing sunrise shots. The room includes professional tripod mounts and complimentary time-lapse gear. The hotel partners with local artists for monthly "Ancient Fortress Light Festival" events, offering photography workshops led by renowned visual creators. Staying guests receive a limited-edition digital photo album titled Lion's Peak Through Seasons.

Duanzhou Guest House operates a complimentary electric shuttle service running twice daily between the hotel and Lion's Peak Fort, taking only 3 minutes. The eco-friendly vehicles are equipped with on-board audio guides explaining the historical layout of the coastal defense system. Additionally, the hotel hosts monthly "Story of the Watchtower" oral history sessions in its courtyard, allowing guests to immerse themselves in local heritage before arrival.

Xiangjiang Academy Art Workshop, located just 200 meters north of the fort, hosts monthly "Ink & Cannon" creative sessions where guests use replica Ming Dynasty inkstones and rice paper to paint the fortress landscape. Local historians guide participants through the strategic significance of each artillery position. The resort also runs a "One Day Gun Guard" role-play experience—complete with authentic armor and command drills—ideal for families and history enthusiasts seeking immersive storytelling.

Duanzhou Ancient City Hotel features river-facing suites with direct sightlines to Lion's Peak Fort at dawn, when mist curls over the old gun emplacements. These rooms include floor-to-ceiling glass walls and built-in adjustable blinds for optimal photography angles. Guests can book the "Sunrise Fort View Package" through HopeGoo, which includes a private morning tea service on the balcony and a custom-printed postcard of the scene—perfect for memory-making.