Xijiang Qianhu Xingzhe Shangju Hotel

Xijiang Qianhu Xingzhe Shangju Hotel is a mid-range hotel set partway up the mountain in the scenic area of Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village, Leishan County, Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture, Guizhou Province in southwest China. Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village is reputed to be the largest Miao settlement in China, a cluster of more than a thousand households whose wooden stilt houses climb the slopes of a river valley. The village is known for its traditional architecture, festival performances, night views and Miao silverwork and embroidery. The hotel's hillside position gives it platform views over the stilt houses and the valley, which is the principal reason visitors choose a property in this part of the village. Being partway up the slope also means a climb of stepped lanes to reach it, so luggage is best kept light and guests should wear comfortable shoes. The hotel lists Double Rooms, Twin Rooms and Family Rooms at rates of roughly ¥300 to ¥600 per night. Amenities include wifi and a view platform, where guests can watch the valley at sunrise, in the evening glow and when the village lights come on after dark. The service character is simple and tourist-oriented, with staff used to guiding visitors through the village and recommending local dishes such as sour-soup fish and other Miao specialities. Staying overnight allows visitors to experience the village after day-trippers leave, when the lanes are quieter and the valley is illuminated. The hotel suits couples, families and independent travellers who value views and atmosphere over extensive facilities. Visitors should expect basic services, limited English and a degree of climbing, and should book ahead for festivals and public holidays, when the village is very busy and prices rise.