No. 12 Dongfang Ship Street, Yuexiu District, Yue Xiu, 510030 Guangzhou, China
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CityNote Hotel – Guangzhou Donghu Metro Station Pearl River Night Tour Dashatou Pier Shop Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to CityNote Hotel – Guangzhou Donghu Metro Station Pearl River Night Tour Dashatou Pier Shop, I’ll be honest — the name’s a mouthful, but it actually tells you everything you need to know about this place. This three-star property sits right in the heart of Guangzhou’s Yuexiu District, and you can literally see why couples rate it so highly. The location is just spot-on for exploring the city, especially if you’re planning those romantic Pearl River evening cruises that Guangzhou is famous for.

Location & Getting Around

Here’s what I love about staying here — Donghu Metro Station is practically next door, which means you’re connected to the entire city without dealing with Guangzhou’s notorious traffic. The Dashatou Pier is within walking distance, so those sunset river tours I mentioned? You can actually stroll there after dinner. Yuexiu District has this great mix of old and new Guangzhou, with traditional tea houses sitting next to modern shopping centers. You know what’s really convenient? There’s parking available for free, which is honestly a big deal in this part of the city.

The Room Experience

The room itself won’t blow you away with its comfort, but it’s clean, well-maintained, and has everything you actually need. I mean, for a three-star place, they’ve got the basics down solid — good Wi-Fi, decent air conditioning (crucial in Guangzhou’s humidity), and surprisingly quiet considering you’re in such a central location. The windows in most rooms give you glimpses of the bustling street life below, which I actually found pretty entertaining in the mornings with my coffee.

Breakfast & Dining

The buffet breakfast is honestly better than I expected — they’ve got a nice mix of Western options and local Cantonese dishes. You’ll find congee, dim sum, fresh fruit, and the usual suspects like eggs and toast. It’s not going to win any awards, but it definitely sets you up well for a day of exploring. The restaurant area gets busy around 8 AM, so if you’re an early riser like me, you’ll have more space and fresher selections.

Why Guests Love It

What really makes this place work is how it connects you to authentic Guangzhou life while keeping you close to all the tourist highlights. The Pearl River night tours are magical — all those illuminated skyscrapers reflecting in the water — and being able to walk back to your hotel afterward instead of hunting for a taxi is priceless. Recent guests consistently rate the location highly (around 8.0), and I get it. You’re not paying five-star prices, but you’re getting that prime location that lets you experience the real rhythm of the city. Plus, the staff genuinely seems to care about helping you navigate the area, which goes a long way when you’re trying to figure out Guangzhou’s metro system or find the best local eateries.

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CityNote Hotel – Guangzhou Donghu Metro Station Pearl River Night Tour Dashatou Pier Shop Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Comfort Queen Room1 large double bed for 2 adults
Citynote Queen Room1 double bed for 2 adults
Deluxe Queen Room1 large double bed for 2 adults
Deluxe Twin Room2 single beds for 2 adults
Deluxe Family Room1 single bed and 1 large double bed for 3 adults
Room #12039788061 single bed and 1 large double bed for 3 adults
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Reviews of CityNote Hotel – Guangzhou Donghu Metro Station Pearl River Night Tour Dashatou Pier Shop

  • Martin from United Kingdom (8/10)

    staff really friendly and rooms where ideal. little shop next door and plenty at the end of the street.

  • Allan from Singapore (7/10)

    Breakfast was ok with all the standard fare that u will expect. Hot coffee/tea, salad, hot noodles, bread, fruits etc

  • Farhad-irswe from Sweden (9/10)

    Clean
    Good breakfast
    Chinese warm food in the breakfast
    Bath was clean
    Centrally located in the city of Guangzhou
    Staff really helpful
    close to electronics market

  • Hannah from Hong Kong (8/10)

    I liked everything. The staff were very helpful and took care of me while I was there and the location is also great too

  • Jay from Malaysia (8/10)

    The room is similar, as shown online. The size of the room is huge with reasonable price. The stay includes breakfast, which has quite a variety of Eastern cuisine. The bed is huge for 2 people. The service of the staff there are good as they helped us to book a cruise ride at Dashatou Pier.

  • Claire from Singapore (8/10)

    Hotel staff is very helpful in my room changing request. This is a no-frills hotel, but it has pretty much all that I needed for a short stay, even some gym and laundry facilities. I like it that it is quiet at night and very conveniently located near the Pearl river, with lots of eateries and convenience stores around. The price is great, and it includes a buffet breakfast!

  • Igor from Russia (8/10)

    Hello! Very nice hotel, polite staff, helped with the trip around the city, for which I am very grateful to the staff. A varied breakfast. Cleanliness in the room. I liked the location of the hotel.

  • Igor from Russia (8/10)

    Hello! Very nice hotel, polite staff, helped with the trip around the city, for which I am very grateful to the staff. A varied breakfast. Cleanliness in the room. I liked the location of the hotel. I will always stay here.

  • Igor from Russia (8/10)

    Hello! Very nice hotel, polite staff, helped with the trip around the city, for which I am very grateful to the staff. A varied breakfast. Cleanliness in the room. I liked the location of the hotel. I will always stay here.

  • Mohsen from Iran (6/10)

    Nice staff
    Price
    Location near to river

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Haiyin Park: 1.6 km
  • Xiaogang Park: 2.6 km
  • Shixiang Garden: 3.2 km
  • Beijing Road – Haizhu Square: 1.4 km
  • Guangzhou Lu Xun Memorial Hall: 1.6 km
  • Guangzhou Martyrs’ Memorial Garden: 1.5 km
  • Guangzhou Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall: 3.6 km
  • Peasant Movement Training Institute: 2.1 km
  • Guangdong Museum of Revolutionary History: 2.2 km
  • Memorial Museum Of Generalissimo Sun Yat-Sen’s Mansion: 1.1 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Dragon Chuan(川上龙): 350 m
  • Restaurant Kai Shan Hui (凯膳会): 600 m
  • Restaurant Minji Feast (民记美食): 300 m

Top attractions:

  • Yuexiu Park: 4.8 km
  • Canton Tower: 5 km
  • Guangdong Museum: 5 km
  • Liuhua Lake Park: 5 km
  • Xiguan Residence: 6 km
  • Guangdong Museum of Art: 3.7 km
  • Deng Shichang Memorial Hall: 4.1 km
  • Huanghua Gang Commemoration Park: 3.8 km
  • Museum of the Mausoleum of the Nanyue King: 4.5 km
  • Tomb of 72 Revolutionary Martyrs at Huanghuagang: 3.8 km

Natural beauty:

  • Mountain Baiyun Mountain Scenic Area: 6 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Donghu: 250 m
  • Metro Tuanyida Square: 1.5 km
  • Train Guangzhou Railway Station: 6 km

Closest airports:

  • Foshan Shadi Airport: 24 km
  • Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport: 91 km
  • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport: 33 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

General:

  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Services:

  • Wake-up service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service

Wellness:

  • Fitness centre

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Bar
  • Minibar

Room Amenities:

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Chinese

Media & Technology:

  • Cable channels
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House Rules at CityNote Hotel – Guangzhou Donghu Metro Station Pearl River Night Tour Dashatou Pier Shop

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00 to 00:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 12:00

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.0

Comfort:

8.5

Location:

8.0

Free WiFi:

7.5

Facilities:

8.0

Cleanliness:

8.0

Value for money:

8.5