Homa Guilin at Yuzi Paradise
We had a great four days at Yuzi Paradise, which is so hard to describe. It is a modern, boutique hotel between Guilin and Yangshou situated in a park full of modern art scultpures. It is a rather remote spot, better for R&R or a weekned trip than as a jumping off point.
I found out that there were two hotels in Yuzi Paradise: the HOMA 1 and the HOMA2 (Relais-Chateau). As the HOMA 2 was not open yet, we stayed in the HOMA 1.
We liked the rooms and enjoyed strolling the grounds, eating at their restaurant, and doing art projects at their “Atelier.” However, the front desk had VERY limited English. It was difficult to explain preferences and ask for advice on daily activities. There was one very competent and fluent woman who worked behing the scenes, so we ended up talking to her to book anything. Yangshou is an hour away and you have to pay steep prices to get anywhere, as you are isolated in the hotel, an hour from anything.
We observed many families with children that had a great time, lounging by the pool and having fun.
We had two great massages at Yuzi and would recommend the Chinese masseuses.
This is a great hotel, that with more training and English practice, could turn into a first rate hotel.
More informations of Homa Guilin – Hotel of Modern Art
This homa hotel is not your typical luxury hotel even though it is part of Relais-Chateaux. I agree with other travellers that there are some areas of improvement but hey, this is China and English is not their mother tongue. They really try hard and the location and hotel is stunning.
http://blog.yangshuoholiday.com/yangshuo-blog/index.php/2008/12/hotel-of-modern-art-homa-hotel-guilin/