Featured Hotels Near Zhaitang Town

Stay at Yinshanju Homestay, a beautifully restored traditional courtyard house nestled in the heart of Zhaixi Township. Surrounded by terraced fields and ancient pine forests, this eco-luxury inn offers spacious rooms with wooden beams and large windows framing panoramic views of the Taihang Mountains.

The property hosts hands-on farm-to-table workshops including wild vegetable foraging, homemade sourdough baking, and children’s garden planting sessions. Each guest receives a personalized activity kit and access to a private nature trail.

Located just 2 km from the township center, it’s ideal for families seeking authentic rural experiences with modern comfort. Free electric bike rentals are available for exploring nearby temples and historic paths.

The Jingxi Ancient Town Inn is your gateway to nearby heritage spots. Just a 3-minute walk away lies the Longquan Temple Ruins, a well-preserved Ming Dynasty Buddhist site with intricate stone carvings.

The hotel provides complimentary electric bikes to explore the Zhaixi Ancient Trail, which winds through old stone bridges and abandoned watchtowers. Guided walking tours are available daily, covering topics like military defense systems and local religious traditions.

For public transit, take subway Line 9 from Beijing West Station to National Library, then transfer to bus 929 to "Zhaixi" stop—about 1.5 hours total. The hotel also offers shuttle services upon request, making access seamless for travelers without cars.

Absolutely! Join the Mountain Feast Workshop hosted at Zhaixi Farm Creative Courtyard, where you’ll learn to cook authentic Jingxi regional dishes using wild ingredients.

You’ll prepare a hearty Wild Fern & Chicken Stew, simmered with locally foraged yellow flowers and free-range chicken, served with homemade millet wine. Then try stone-ground tofu-making: grind soybeans with a century-old stone mill, set with spring water, and enjoy the fresh result.

These immersive sessions run every Saturday morning and require advance HopeGoo. Afterward, guests can purchase handmade condiments and dried goods as souvenirs—perfect mementos of real mountain life.

Choose Yunxi Mountain House, a secluded villa tucked deep within a forested valley, accessible only via winding mountain roads. This minimalist retreat blends natural stone, reclaimed wood, and floor-to-ceiling glass to create a harmonious connection with nature.

Each room opens onto private decks overlooking seasonal landscapes—blooming peach blossoms in spring, rustling rice paddies in summer, fiery maple leaves in autumn, snow-draped pines in winter.

Guests enjoy an outdoor hot spring pool fed by natural thermal water (40°C), perfect for relaxation after a day of hiking. The villa offers personalized concierge services, including star-gazing nights and guided forest walks.

Though 1.2 km from town center, its remote location ensures tranquility—ideal for digital detox and soulful reconnection.

Yes, partner hotels such as Zhaixi Cultural Hub Inn provide expert-led excursions into hidden mountain villages.

Join the Hidden Valley Expedition, led by local elders who share stories of ancient trade routes, temple rituals, and survival techniques used during wartime. Stops include the Heilongyu Gorge and the Dajue Temple Path, both rich in cultural artifacts.

Tours are offered in both Chinese and English, accommodating international visitors. Activities include village homestays, craft demonstrations (like straw shoe weaving), and traditional storytelling sessions.

Limited to 12 participants per tour, these experiences ensure intimacy and depth. Reservations required at least 48 hours in advance. Wear sturdy hiking shoes for safety and full immersion.

Many lodges host hands-on cultural workshops that let guests create lasting memories through traditional arts.

Try pottery making using local clay—shape, glaze, and fire your own piece under expert guidance. The finished work is returned to you post-firing, a true keepsake.

Also popular: paper-cutting classes, teaching classic Jingxi motifs like Spring Festival blessings and moon symbols, often used in festive decorations.

Another highlight is natural indigo dyeing, where guests use plant-based dyes (such as woad and madder root) to color cotton fabrics, creating unique patterns with each dip.

All workshops are held in dedicated studios with full materials provided. Sessions last about 2 hours and welcome all ages. Upon completion, guests receive a digital "Zhaixi Artisan Certificate" to commemorate their creative journey.