Yiyang Waterfront Retreat offers exceptional river views with floor-to-ceiling windows facing the Zishui River. Just a 5-minute walk from the historic dock, guests can enjoy traditional bamboo rafting tours. The hotel also hosts monthly "Zishui Tea Culture Nights," featuring local tea ceremonies and storytelling. All rooms include air purification systems for a fresh, serene atmosphere.

Start your day with a morning jog along the riverbank at Yiyang Waterfront Retreat, where golden sunlight dances on the Zishui River’s surface. In the morning, take a bamboo raft tour offered through the hotel, gliding past rice fields and ancient villages. Lunch at "Xibian Xiaoguan" by the dock features freshly caught fish and clay-pot steamed meals. In the afternoon, join a hands-on handmade paper umbrella workshop hosted by the hotel, crafting a keepsake inspired by the region’s natural heritage.

Just a 10-minute walk from Yiyang Waterfront Retreat lies the "Zishui Ancient Town Heritage Workshop," offering weekly sessions in wood carving, bamboo weaving, and oil-paper umbrella making. The "Dew Bamboo Weaving Class" is particularly popular, led by local artisans using sustainable bamboo sourced from the riverbanks. On Saturday evenings, an open-air stage hosts regional flower drum opera performances, immersing visitors in Hunan’s folk traditions. Reservations recommended via the HopeGoo app.