Unbelievable Nanchang Getaway: Hanting Hotel Jinggangshan Ave. Awaits!
Unbelievable Nanchang Getaway: Hanting Hotel Jinggangshan Ave. - Maybe? (A Really Honest Review)
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because I just got back from a little Nanchang adventure and, let me tell you, the Hanting Hotel on Jinggangshan Ave… well, it was something. This won't be your standard, sterile travel blog review. This is me talking, and I’m going to be brutally honest, possibly ramble, and probably get a little… enthusiastic.
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- Description: A brutally honest and detailed review of the Hanting Hotel on Jinggangshan Avenue in Nanchang. Covering accessibility, dining options, cleanliness, amenities (spa, pool), and more, plus personal anecdotes and quirks. Is it a good stay? Let's find out!
First Impressions (and a Quick Panic):
Okay, so the first thing you need to know about me is that I’m an over-thinker. Before even seeing the hotel, I was already picturing myself locked in a room with a rogue hairdryer. But hey, the website promised a "Getaway!" so I took a deep breath and I showed up.
Accessibility - Did it Deliver? (Mostly…):
- Wheelchair Accessible: They say it's accessible, and I did see elevators and ramps. But the true test? Actually being in a wheelchair and navigating the place. I’m going to give it a hesitant thumbs-up. The information provided on the internet is not enough to be confident. I would call directly to ask more detailed questions about room features like the space around the bed and the bathroom.
- Facilities for disabled guests: Included, but I couldn't fully evaluate because I didn't have the opportunity.
- Elevator: Yep. Thank goodness. Lugging suitcases is my personal hell.
The Room - My Personal Sanctuary (or Lack Thereof?):
Now this is where things get interesting.
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! (and Internet [LAN]): YES! Thank the travel gods! They had both. And the Wi-Fi? Surprisingly decent. No buffering. I could successfully stream my guilty pleasure—cat videos—without a hitch. (Priorities, people!)
- Air Conditioning: Essential. Nanchang gets hot. And it worked!
- Blackout Curtains: Perfect for sleeping in until noon and pretending I had a truly amazing life.
- What I Loved: The desk. I actually had a reasonably sized place to spread out and work (when I felt like it, of course). The little, complimentary bottle of water. It was a lifesaver after a long day of exploring.
- What Was "Meh": The carpet. It wasn't brand new. It was kinda… there. The décor was functional, think business traveler's utilitarian. Not much personality. My room had a safe box, but I’m convinced someone tried to break in.
- Amenities: The room did include an alarm clock, bathrobes, bathroom phone, coffee/tea maker, complimentary tea, daily housekeeping, desk, extra long bed, free bottled water, hair dryer, high floor, in-room safe box, internet access – LAN, iron facilities, laptop workspace, reading light, refrigerator, satellite/cable channels, scale, seating area, separate shower/bathtub, shower, slippers, smoke detector, socket near the bed, telephone, toiletries, towels, umbrella, visual alarm, wake-up service, and wi-fi [free].
Cleanliness and Safety - The Covid-Era Reality Check (A bit stressful…):
- Anti-viral cleaning products: Claimed. I couldn't exactly taste them, but I saw cleaning happening.
- Daily disinfection in common areas: Ditto.
- Hygiene certification: They mentioned it.
- Hand sanitizer: Available. Always a win.
- They had staff trained in safety protocol: Hopefully. I tried not to get too close. 😉
- Do you trust them? I tried to stay as chill as possible, but the thought of not getting sick still managed to cross my mind at least a couple of times
- Room sanitization opt-out available: Didn't see anything about this.
- Rooms sanitized between stays: Hopefully.
- Safe dining setup: Seemed okay.
- Individually-wrapped food options: More the better.
- Physical distancing of at least 1 meter: Observed. Mostly.
- Staff trained in safety protocol: The staff seemed great (with safety protocol training).
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking - Feed Me! (or Maybe Not) - A Deep Dive:
This is where things took a real turn.
- Restaurants: They have a restaurant. The one that they did have was closed.
- A la carte in restaurant: Unavailable.
- Breakfast [buffet]: Was there, and I can tell you it's not the reason you'd come to this hotel.
- Buffet in restaurant: Limited.
- Breakfast service: Available.
- Asian breakfast: You might find some.
- Western breakfast: Some stuff.
- Coffee/tea in restaurant: They had coffee.
- Coffee shop: Nope.
- Room service [24-hour]: Yes! This was the saving grace.
- Snack bar: I think.
- Poolside bar: Unsure…
- The Real Story Okay, here’s the drama. The main restaurant was closed for most of my stay (some kind of renovation, I think). This meant that breakfast was… well, let's just say it wasn't the highlight of my day. The buffet was a bit sad. Think lukewarm eggs and strangely-shaped pastries. My personal experience? I got there late one morning, hoping to grab a quick bite before a meeting (I do sometimes work!). And everything looked at worst, unappealing, and at best, like it had been sitting there for hours. I did manage to scrounge up some fruit, which was delightful, thank god for fruit.
- Recommendation: Absolutely USE the 24-hour room service. The menu was limited, but the food was hot, and it arrived quickly. I ordered a hamburger late one night. It wasn't gourmet but it saved me from a desperate search for food at 2 AM.
Things to Do (and Ways to Relax?) - Mixed Bag:
- Fitness center: They have one, and I saw a treadmill peeking out from behind a closed door. I didn't venture in. Let's be honest; I was there to relax. (Or, at least pretend to.)
- Spa/sauna: Again, present, but I did not partake.
- Swimming pool [outdoor]: Was closed for renovation.
- Gym/fitness: Included. But I didn't use it.
- Terrace: They had one. Not sure what it was for.
Services and Conveniences - The Little Things (that Matter):
- Check-in/out [express]: Yup.
- Concierge: Present. Helpful (most of the time).
- Daily housekeeping: They did a great job cleaning the room.
- Laundry service: Available.
- Luggage storage: Handy!
- Car park [free of charge]: A huge plus. Parking in Nanchang can be a nightmare.
- Car park [on-site]: Yup.
- Facilities for disabled guests: Check.
- Coffee/tea for free: A nice touch.
- Other stuff: They had a convenience store, which was useful when I needed a snack at 2 am.
Getting Around - How to Escape (or Explore):
- Car park [free of charge]: Score!! This was a major win. Nanchang traffic is… something.
- Taxi service: Available. (Use the app to book, it's easier!)
- Airport transfer: Available.
For the Kids - Family-Friendly?
- Family/child friendly: They claim to be.
- Babysitting service: Listed
- Kids meal: Unknown
Access - Entry and Security:
- CCTV in common areas: They have it. Good!
- Fire extinguisher: Check.
- CCTW outside property: Cameras are good to see.
The Bottom Line (My Honest Verdict):
**Would I Go
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Alright, buckle up, buttercups! This isn’t your sterile, perfectly planned brochure itinerary. This is ME, battling jet lag and questionable street food, trying to make it through Nanchang alive and (hopefully) with a few good stories. This is my Hanting Hotel Nanchang adventure, and it’s gonna be… well, let’s just say it’s gonna be something.
Day 1: Arrival – The Great Nanchang Noodles Debacle and Existential Hotel Room Crisis
14:00 - Arrival at Nanchang Changbei International Airport (KHN). Okay, first things first: the airport. Surprisingly modern, actually. Way better than the horror show I'd envisioned. But the air…thick. Like breathing in a bowl of hot, humid noodles. Speaking of which…
15:00 - Taxi to Hanting Hotel Nanchang Jinggangshan Avenue. The taxi ride? A blur of honking, neon signs, and the driver blasting what I think was Chinese elevator music. I'm already starting to feel like I’m in a movie – a slightly off-kilter, budget-friendly one.
16:00 - Check-in at Hanting Hotel. Okay, room. Standard Hanting fare. Clean enough. Tiny. And the air conditioner? Sounds like a dying dinosaur. But the bed… oh, the bed. Actually feels…good? Maybe I can survive this. I did spend a solid five minutes just staring at the wall, wondering if I'd made a HUGE mistake coming here. The existential dread of travel, am I right?
17:00 - Noodle Quest: Failure. This is where things went south. I set out, fueled by visions of steaming bowls of delicious Nanchang rice noodles. Found a noodle shop, all right. But the language barrier? EPIC. I pointed, I grunted, I made sad puppy-dog eyes. Ended up with…something. It involved a lot of unidentifiable, chewy things in a broth that tasted vaguely of dish soap. Two bites. That was my limit. Defeated. Humiliated. Back to the hotel.
18:00 - Hotel Room Reconnaissance and Jet Lag Battle. Okay, time to strategize. The air conditioner is still a dinosaur. But! I found the TV remote. And CNN International! Which, surprisingly, is comforting. But the jet lag is hitting hard. Head is swimming. Must. Stay. Awake. Or risk sleeping for 12 hours and wasting my precious Nanchang time. I opt for a power nap. That turns into three hours. Oops.
22:00 - Desperate Late-Night Snack Attempt. Hunger pangs! The noodles are haunting me. Wander out, armed with Google Translate and a desperate plea for something, anything edible. Found a 7-Eleven! Praise be! Managed a bag of weirdly delicious, spicy chips and a lukewarm bottle of water. Feeling slightly less doomed.
Day 2: The Tengwang Pavilion – A Glimpse of Beauty and the Persistent Noodle Shadow
09:00 - Wake Up (ish). The air conditioner continues its death rattle. But! I’m alive! And surprisingly, the bed was comfortable. Small victories.
10:00 - Breakfast (Round Two – Safety First). Hotel breakfast? Avoided the mystery meats. Went for the… well, it looked like scrambled eggs. It might have been. Also some toast. And jam! Jam is your friend when you need to feel a sliver of normalcy.
11:00 - Taxi to Tengwang Pavilion. This is the BIG one. The reason I actually came to Nanchang. This famous tower! Pictures looked gorgeous. Anticipation levels: HIGH.
11:30 - Tengwang Pavilion – Majestic…and Crowded. Okay, the tower itself? Stunning. Absolutely breathtaking. The intricate carvings, the height… It was worth the trip. The views of the Gan River were spectacular, even through the haze. I spent a solid hour just wandering around, gaping up at it. But the crowds! People. EVERYWHERE. Shoulder-to-shoulder. Lost a shoe at one point. Managed to find it, thanks to a nice Chinese guy (who, I suspect, found my flailing antics rather amusing).
13:00 - Lunch Attempt #2: The Noodle Nightmare Returns. I spotted a noodle shop near the pavilion. “NOOOOO!” I thought. But, the hunger… It was a siren song. I braced myself, walked up, and pointed at a picture. I got a bowl, it looked good. However, a huge cockroach came out, and began walking around. I just left and vomited just thinking about it.
14:00 - Explore the Park (and Regain My Composure). Wandered around the park surrounding the pavilion. It offered some much-needed peace and quiet. Found a nice bench. Watched some kids playing. Actually felt…calm. I think I’m starting to understand why people love this place.
16:00 - Back to the Hotel. Noodle PTSD Prevention Protocol Activated. No more noodles. For a week. Maybe longer. I'm going to order room service. Even if it's a packet of instant ramen, it'll be a safer bet than facing those noodles again.
18:00 - CNN, chips, and the air conditioner's symphony of suffering. I swear, these are pretty much the only things keeping me sane.
20:00 - Early Night. After the Noodle Debacle, I'm emotionally drained. I need sleep.
Day 3: Jinggangshan Avenue Exploration – and the Great Laundry Disaster
09:00 - Wake Up (ish, again). The air conditioner is definitely plotting my demise.
10:00 - Breakfast… same as yesterday.
11:00 - Jinggangshan Avenue Stroll. Decided to brave the streets around the hotel. Jinggangshan Avenue itself is…well, it's a street. Lots of shops. A few of them look interesting. But mostly, I’m just trying to navigate the constant flow of scooters and the seemingly random placement of traffic lights.
12:00 - The Laundry Fiasco. Okay, this is where things went REALLY south. I needed to do laundry. Found a nearby laundromat (thanks, Google Maps!). Got the machine going. Went for a walk. Came back…and my clothes were INSIDE OUT, WET, AND SMELLING LIKE A CHEMICAL FACTORY. Yep, I’m an idiot. I should have stayed and watched. Lesson learned.
13:00 - Lunch (Finally Something Normal!). Decided to walk into a restaurant. I found a restaurant that's menu actually had ENGLISH. I ordered spicy chicken, and it was wonderful.
**15:00 - Back to the hotel, re-washing my clothes. **
18:00 - CNN, chips, and the air conditioner's symphony of suffering.
20:00 - Early Night. I'm still having a weird nightmare about noodles.
Day 4 and Beyond:
- [FILL IN THE BLANKS – YOUR ADVENTURE CONTINUES!] I'm leaving this open. Who knows what chaos will unfold? More food disasters? More encounters with bewildered locals? Will I ever escape the shadow of the noodles? Only time will tell!
Final Thoughts (For Now):
Nanchang? It's…a journey. It's challenging. It's confusing. It's sometimes utterly frustrating. But. There's a spark of something here. The people are kind. The Tengwang Pavilion is a masterpiece. And despite the noodle nightmares and the rogue air conditioner, I'm actually enjoying (most of) it. Come back soon.
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Unbelievable Nanchang Getaway: Hanting Hotel Jinggangshan Ave. - The Good, The Bad, and the Perfectly Chaotic!
Okay, spill. Is this Hanting Hotel on Jinggangshan Ave. really 'unbelievable'? And what even *is* Jinggangshan Ave. anyway?
"Unbelievable" is a *strong* word, alright? Let's just say my expectations were... tempered. Jinggangshan Ave.? Think a bustling artery of Nanchang. Loads of restaurants, the usual Chinese city chaos, karaoke spilling out onto the streets… you get the picture. Is it picturesque? Debatable. Is it *alive*? Absolutely. And the Hanting Hotel? Well, it *is* there. And it's… an experience. More on that later.
Right then, I need to admit something: I *chose* this place because it was cheap and close to the train station. My logic? Arrive, crash, explore. Brilliant, right? Famous last words.
Let's talk rooms. Was it a luxurious experience, or did you feel like you were in a slightly elevated hostel?
Elevated hostel. Slightly. Listen, the room was… functional. Cleanish. A bed, a TV (with more channels than I could possibly understand), and a questionable view of… another building. The bathroom? Compact. Let's just say I developed a new appreciation for the art of a quick shower.
And the soundproofing? Oh, sweet, sweet soundproofing. Or the lack thereof. I swear, I could hear the elevator dinging, the cleaning staff chatting, and a distant karaoke rendition of "Hotel California" until about 2 AM. Then, a glorious silence...until 6 AM when the construction crew started. Bless their hearts.
Honestly, I’m not a princess. I just crave a few hours of uninterrupted sleep. Which, sadly, I didn't get.
The Staff. Were they helpful, bewildered, or a mix of both?
Okay, the staff. This is where things get… interesting. The receptionists were… well, let’s just say my Mandarin is a work in progress. The look of utter bewilderment when I tried to ask about the Wi-Fi password was a sight to behold. I eventually resorted to pointing and grunting, which, surprisingly, got the job done. Eventually.
One particularly memorable morning, I tried to order some room service (noodles, obviously). The phone conversation, a symphony of broken Mandarin and desperate pointing, ended with the receptionist personally delivering a plate of… something. I think it was noodles. It was delicious, regardless.
They tried, bless them, they really, really tried. Their English was limited, my Mandarin was worse, but we managed. It's the effort that counts, right?
Food! Can you eat well in the area? What about the hotel itself?
YES! Okay, deep breaths. The area surrounding the hotel is a *treasure trove* of deliciousness. Seriously, street food galore. Noodles, dumplings, spicy skewers… my stomach was in heaven (and perhaps a bit of turmoil later). Just wander around and point at things! It's a culinary adventure.
The hotel itself? Don't get your hopes up for Michelin stars. Breakfast was… included. Think pre-packaged pastries, instant coffee that could strip paint, and some questionable breakfast meats. I ended up avoiding the hotel breakfast after the first day. Just say no, my friends. Walk out and grab a delicious street-side bao instead. Trust me. You'll thank me later.
Let's talk Location, Location, Location. How easy it is to get around, and what are some nearby attractions?
The location is… decent. Close to the train station, as I mentioned. Taxis are plentiful, and you can navigate the city relatively easily. Public transport, I’ll be honest, I didn't fully master. I preferred taxis.
Nearby attractions? Hmm. Jinggangshan Ave. itself is the main attraction, in terms of sheer energy and experience. Beyond that, you're a bit further from the main tourist spots. You'll need to take a taxi or public transport. The Tengwang Pavilion and the August 1st Nanchang Uprising Memorial are doable, but not exactly a stroll away. Plan accordingly!
Any major drawbacks we should be aware of? Anything that made you want to RUN SCREAMING from the facility?
Okay, let's get real. The soundproofing (or lack thereof) was a major issue. I'm talking *chainsaw levels* of disruption. Also, the Wi-Fi was… inconsistent. Sometimes it worked, sometimes it didn't. When it did, it was slow. Very slow. So, if you're relying on the internet for work or streaming, prepare for a bumpy ride.
And the *smells*. The city is loud. The city smells. Some smells are lovely: the fragrant steam from fresh-baked bao. Other smells... less so. Especially close to the hotel, one could detect... something. Not always pleasant.
But the thing that almost sent me screaming? The karaoke. Dear, sweet, ear-splitting karaoke. As another traveller wrote in their review, it sounded like a cat being strangled. I am in total agreement.
Look, will I go back? Probably not, unless I *absolutely* had to be near the train station again. Would I recommend it? Depends. If you're on a budget, need a place to crash, and aren't easily bothered by noise and noise-related disturbances… then maybe. If you're a light sleeper who values peace and quiet? RUN. Just run.
Okay, let's get specific: What was the absolute BEST part of your experience?
The food! Hands down. The street food, just outside the hotel, was phenomenal. I discovered the most incredible spicy noodles from a little vendor. I think I ate there every day for a week. Seriously, the noodles were perfection. The perfect blend of spice, texture, and flavor. Pure, unadulterated bliss. I'd almost go back just for them. Okay, maybe not the karaoke. But *definitely* the noodles.
And the absolute WORST? Lay it on us.
The karaoke. Without a doubt, the karaoke. I’m not exaggerating when I say it made me question my sanity. It seeped through the walls, the windows, the very *fabric* of the building. It was a sonic assault. It was a tragedy. It was… unforgettable. I have dreams about that karaoke. Nightmares, actually. The strangled cat analogy is spot-on.
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