China's Hidden Gem: New Too Inn – You WON'T Believe This!
China's Hidden Gem: New Too Inn – You WON'T Believe This! (A Messy, Honest, and Totally Unfiltered Review)
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because you're about to get real about my experience at New Too Inn. Forget those perfectly curated travel blogs – this is the messy, honest truth, warts and all. And let me tell you, after weeks of travel, I'm finally ready to spill the tea (or, more accurately, the jasmine tea, because, China).
First Impressions (and a Near-Disaster):
Okay, so "Hidden Gem" is putting it mildly. Getting to New Too Inn was an adventure in itself. Let's just say my phone's navigation skills were on par with a toddler navigating a minefield. The airport transfer they offered? Brilliant. Absolutely brilliant. Saved my sanity, which was already frayed from the long flight (and the questionable airplane food). They were so efficient and the driver, bless his heart, navigated the chaotic city traffic like a seasoned race car driver.
The exterior? A little underwhelming. I swear, coming face-to-face with the hotel's exterior felt like meeting a celebrity at the supermarket. "Oh, there you are, you beautiful, slightly hidden thing." Don't judge a book by its cover, right? Because inside, things get interesting. Think a blend of modern chic and traditional Chinese touches. The lobby? Impressive, considering the entrance almost made me believe it was just another building.
Accessibility - Surprisingly Great! (And a Minor Grumble):
Now, I'm not in a wheelchair, but I travel with my parents who are. And let me tell you, accessibility in China can be… hit or miss. New Too Inn? A definite HIT. The elevator? Smooth and reliable (praise be!). The facilities for disabled guests were clearly well thought out. Wide doorways, ramps, the works. My parents were genuinely impressed. They were the heroes here.
My only minor grumble? While the lobby seemed accessible, the wheelchair accessibility in some of the on-site restaurants was a little… tricky. Fine, to be precise, was a bit of a challenge, like a complicated ballet dance of furniture-moving. But after a quick chat with the staff, they were fantastic about accommodating us. I’d give them a solid 8/10!
Rooms – My Sanctum (and the Blackout Curtains are a Godsend):
Okay, the rooms! They're pretty fantastic, and seriously, I'm a stickler for a good room after a long flight. After all, sometimes you want to just…hide. The beds? Like sinking into a fluffy cloud of dreams after a long flight. The blackout curtains? Absolute lifesavers. Jet lag, begone! Honestly, I’d have paid extra just for those. The complimentary tea was a nice touch, I can't lie. The free Wi-Fi (in all rooms!) was a godsend. I needed to check my social media accounts. And the air conditioning saved me from melting into a puddle of sweat. Also, the in-room safe box? Peace of mind, my friends, peace of mind.
The most amazing addition? Slippers, bathrobes, and other small luxuries I would not expect.
Food, Glorious Food (and My Breakfast Battle):
Okay, let's talk food. This is where New Too Inn really shines. I was there, in the Asian restaurant at least three times, I believe. The buffet in restaurant? A dizzying array of choices. The Asian cuisine in restaurant was the real deal, authentic and delicious, and the international cuisine in restaurant served exactly what I wanted after my long flight. The coffee shop offered a decent caffeine fix, which was crucial for surviving long days. The poolside bar served surprisingly amazing cocktails. The snack bar was perfect for those midday hunger pangs.
Breakfast, though… that was an experience! The breakfast buffet had a huge selection, but the Western breakfast options were limited. I am not a fan of Asian breakfast, but if you are, it is highly recommended. The vegetarian restaurant was a delight, the desserts in restaurant were fantastic. I mean, I ended up having it in my room several times, due to a minor sleep-in situation, so the breakfast takeaway service came in handy!
Relaxation and Rejuvenation – Spa Day Bliss (and the Pool with a View!)
Alright, now for the real reason I went to China. To relax. The spa! Oh. My. Goodness. Pure, unadulterated bliss. I treated myself to a body scrub and a massage. Seriously, I floated out of there. The pool with a view? Stunning. You could spend hours just lounging there, soaking up the sun (or hiding in the shade, depending on your preference). The sauna and steamroom were perfect for unwinding after a long day of exploring. The foot bath was a particularly pleasant surprise.
Oh, and the fitness center was actually pretty well-equipped, if you are into that sort of thing. (I'm… not. But I peeked in and it looked decent!)
Cleanliness and Safety – A Worry-Free Stay (thank goodness):
Okay, given the current state of the world, I'd be remiss if I didn't talk about cleanliness and safety. New Too Inn clearly takes this very seriously. The daily disinfection in common areas, the hand sanitizer everywhere, the staff trained in safety protocol – it all added to my peace of mind. The rooms sanitized between stays were an absolute must, and even offered a room sanitization opt-out available. The safe dining setup, with sanitized kitchen and tableware items, and individually-wrapped food options, were all reassuring. I felt genuinely safe and well-cared for.
The 24-hour security and CCTV in common areas were also noticeable.
Services and Conveniences - Everything You Need (and Some You Didn’t Know You Wanted):
Seriously, name a service, and New Too Inn probably offers it. From daily housekeeping to laundry service, they've got you covered. The concierge was incredibly helpful with booking tours and answering all my (probably annoying) questions. The convenience store came in handy for late-night snacks and essentials. The currency exchange was a lifesaver. They even had a gift/souvenir shop – perfect for picking up those last-minute presents. Plus, the elevator makes life so much easier.
They also had a business center and facilities for meetings, but I didn’t need them thankfully! The car park [free of charge] was super convenient for the rideshare services.
Things to Do – Exploring the City (and Hiding Out in the Hotel):
The location of New Too Inn is fantastic. Close to everything, or near a subway. The taxi service was readily available, the airport transfer saved the day. But honestly? I spent a lot of time just enjoying the hotel itself. The terrace was a great spot for a quiet drink.
Quirks and Oddities (Because No Place is Perfect):
Okay, a few minor gripes. The internet access – LAN worked, but my computer was a little slow. Just get it worked up! And the meeting stationery could use an update. The bathroom phone was also a bit confusing. And the shrine? A little random, but interesting.
Final Verdict – Book It! (But Maybe Pack Your Patience):
Look, New Too Inn isn’t perfect. But it’s pretty darn close. It's a fantastic blend of comfort, luxury, and genuine hospitality. The staff are outstanding. The food is delicious. And the spa? Pure heaven.
My rating? 9/10. Seriously, book it. You won't regret it.
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Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're about to embark on a trip to New Too Inn, China, a place I'm pretty sure I found on a dodgy travel blog written by a guy who's still wearing his wife's hand-me-down socks. And trust me, I'm bringing a whole suitcase full of "attitude" for this one.
Trip Title: New Too Inn or Bust (and Probably My Sanity)
(Day 1: The Great Descent - Also Known as "Why Do I Keep Doing This?")
- Morning (7:00 AM): Wake up. Okay, "wake up" is generous. More like, "drag myself out of bed, feeling like I've wrestled a swarm of angry bees in my sleep." Coffee, the nectar of the Gods, is mandatory. Double shot. I’m questioning every life choice that led me here. Packing. My backpack is currently resembling a poorly organized black hole of questionable contents. Sunscreen. Passport. A slightly crumpled photo of my cat, Mr. Fluffernutter, for emotional support.
- Mid-Morning (9:00 AM): Heading to the airport. My taxi driver, bless his cotton socks, smells faintly of mothballs and seems to think the road is just a suggestion, not a rule. (Note to self: Invest in travel insurance that covers "near-death experiences caused by reckless driving".)
- Late Morning (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM): Airports are a special kind of hell, aren't they? The endless queues, the crying babies, the sheer existential dread of "Am I going to miss my flight?" I'm already regretting the giant backpack I packed – mostly because the strap is digging into my shoulder and threatening to sever a major artery. Finally board the first flight! My flight attendant, with her bright smile and perfect Mandarin, just offered me a choice between chicken or beef. I went with the chicken, because apparently beef scares me in the air.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 10:00 PM): Flights, connections, more flights. I'm pretty sure my ears have now popped about seventy times. The only thing keeping me sane is the promise of a decent meal and a proper bed at the end of this marathon. Also, downloading movies on the flight. My current movie of choice: "Eat, Pray, Love" which I'm now realizing might have been a horrible, horribly ironic, choice for this trip. I'm not exactly getting the vibes I anticipated.
- Evening (10:00 PM): FINALLY land in…well, I think it might be in New Too Inn. But can't be entirely sure because the airport looks like a giant, dimly lit warehouse from a dystopian sci-fi film. The air is thick with that unique "China" smell, a blend of exhaust fumes, street food, and… something else. A faint whiff of adventure? Possibly. More likely it's just the lingering aroma of deep-fried something. Finding a taxi. Trying to navigate a language barrier with a combination of frantic hand gestures and poorly pronounced Mandarin… I'm getting increasingly confident in my ability to communicate my general dissatisfaction, even if those around me don't speak English at all.
- Night (11:00 PM): CHECKING INTO THE HOTEL. This is turning out to be a total disaster. The hotel is, let's just say, "rustic." The photos online were incredibly misleading. More like, "deceptive catfishing by a budget travel website." The room smells faintly of mildew and despair and the bed looks like a slightly lumpy slab of concrete covered in a threadbare blanket. I consider sleeping in the lobby, but the couch is also suspicious. I decide to embrace the suck. After all, what a great story this will be, right?
(Day 2: City of Whispers and Stinky Noodles - Also Known as "Do I Smell That? Or is it Me?")
- Morning (8:00 AM): Wake up. Regret. The bed was as bad as I thought. The 'breakfast' buffet is a collection of questionable meats and even more questionable pastries. Attempted to eat one. It's still uncertain if it was a biscuit, a scone, or something that had come from space. I'm skipping this.
- Late Morning (10:00 AM): I venture out to explore the city. New Too Inn is a chaotic, vibrant, and slightly overwhelming assault on the senses. Street vendors are hawking everything from noodles to live chickens (that’s not a euphemism). I'm immediately drawn to the street food. This is going to be a disaster.
- Afternoon (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM): I've decided to brave the local cuisine. I'm starting small - a plate of dumplings from a roadside stall. They are delicious. The sauces are spicy, the meat is good. I'm feeling brave.
- (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM): I've found a tea house. I have decided to embrace the "Zen" of the trip. I'm in the most gorgeous, peaceful setting. So far, so good.
- (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM): I'm brave. Dinner time! Noodles. Stinky noodles. The smell is… overpowering. My dining companion is a local street cat who seems to be enjoying the aroma. I take a bite. The taste? Well, it's definitely an experience. It's like the entire essence of a thousand years of fermented things, condensed into a single, salty, pungent slurp. I am utterly overwhelmed. I ate the whole bowl. I can't decide if I loved it, or if I was completely mortified.
- Night (9:00 PM): Back at the hotel. I suspect I'll spend the rest of the evening hovering over a toilet.
(Day 3: Temples, Tourists, and Tummy Troubles - Also Known as "Should I Have Eaten All Those Noodles?")
- Morning (9:00 AM): Waking up. Still alive. Regret? Maybe. Coffee is mandatory. Breakfast is a no-go.
- Late Morning (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM): Exploring the local temples. They are beautiful. Incredibility. The intricate carvings, the incense smoke, the sense of history and spirituality. It's a world away from the chaos of the streets. I find myself genuinely moved.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM): The tourist hordes are starting to roll in. Selfie sticks are wielded with the precision of samurai swords. Everywhere I look, someone is trying to get the perfect Instagram shot. I find myself feeling a bizarre mix of annoyance and sympathy. We're all just trying to capture a memory, aren't we?
- (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM): The tummy rumblings begin. I was warned about this. I ignored the warnings. I'm now paying the price. I spend the afternoon in the hotel room. This is the part where I wonder if I'm going to make it through the rest of the trip.
- Night (8:00 PM): I contemplate the universe and my rapidly emptying intestines.
(Day 4: The Great Escape - Also Known as "GET ME OUT OF HERE!")
- Morning (7:00 AM): I'm still here. I am alive. I wonder if I'll ever eat spicy noodles again.
- Morning (8:00 AM): The taxi arrives. The road out of town. I breathe a sigh of relief. Goodbye, New Too Inn. You were… memorable.
- Mid-Morning-Afternoon (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM): Flights. More flights. Long journeys. I fall asleep dreaming of a cheeseburger.
- Evening (5:00 PM): I arrive back at my home.
(Post-Trip Reflections - Because I Need to Process This)
New Too Inn. What can I say? It was a rollercoaster of emotions, smells, and questionable food choices. I’m not sure if I'd recommend it to anyone. Maybe. Probably not. But I'll be able to say I made it through. And hopefully, I'll be able to enjoy a cheeseburger again, someday.
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Okay, listen up! New Too Inn. You've probably never heard of it. I hadn't either, until… well, until everything. But let me tell you, this place… it's an experience.
What *is* New Too Inn, anyway? Is it even real?
YES! It's real. Trust me. I'm pretty sure I didn't dream it. New Too Inn is… well, that's where things get fuzzy. It's a guesthouse, a homestay, a… a whole vibe nestled somewhere in rural China. Think quaint, but also… crumbling. Think charming, but also… slightly terrifying in the dark. Think you’re going to get internet? Nope. Just... the experience. Seriously, Google Maps tried to lead me down a goat path for a solid hour. Eventually, I just asked a farmer. He looked at me like I’d sprouted extra heads and then pointed vaguely towards a cluster of buildings. That was it.
Okay, so hypothetically, if it IS real, what's the accommodation like? Luxury? Budget?
Budget. Like, scraping-the-bottom-of-the-barrel budget. Forget five-star hotels. We’re talking… rooms. Rooms with beds. Beds with... I'm not even sure what they *were* stuffed with. Hay? Old newspapers? You'll get a mosquito net (blessedly), and probably a shared bathroom. And that bathroom? Let's just say the plumbing… wasn't exactly a priority. The first time I saw the shower, I actually laughed. Then I cried a little. But honestly? That’s part of the charm. The *unplanned* charm. It’s all… very authentic. And you pay next to nothing, which is good because trust me, you'll need to save your money for the… experiences.
What kind of "experiences" are we talking about? Is it safe?
SAFE? Well, let's say, safer than some of the food I ate. The experiences are… varied. One day you're having tea with the Innkeeper's grandmother, who only speaks in riddles. The next, you're accidentally participating in a chicken-butchering class (I'm still traumatized). And then there was the time the power went out for 20 hours… I swear, I heard things moving in the darkness. I’m not sure what was more terrifying - the darkness itself or my own imagination. Is it safe? Mostly. Just… bring hand sanitizer. And a strong stomach. And maybe a crash course in basic Mandarin. Seriously, the phrase "Where is the toilet?" will become your best friend.
The food: good? Terrible? Will I get food poisoning?
Oh, the food. The food is… an adventure. Imagine your grandma's cooking, but with a generous dose of "mystery ingredients." Sometimes it's phenomenal. Spicy, flavorful, home-cooked perfection. Other times… well, let's just say I developed a deep appreciation for the phrase "boiled water." Food poisoning? Look, statistically, there's a chance. But the locals eat it all. You’ll get the freshest of fresh, often things pulled straight from the garden. I made the mistake of asking what was in one dish once. The response involved a lively, and rather graphic, demonstration involving squawking and flapping. Just… eat it. Smile. And pray you don’t have a sensitive tummy. Look, I’m not going to lie, I spent a good portion of one afternoon, let's call it 'uncomfortable' after a particularly enthusiastic sampling of a local delicacy. I was seriously questioning all my life choices sitting on that (very basic) porcelain throne. But hey, that's part of the story, isn't it?
What's the best thing about New Too Inn?
The people. Absolutely, unequivocally, the people. The Innkeeper, bless his heart, spoke about five words of English, and yet somehow, we communicated. With smiles, gestures, and a shared love of… well, I'm not sure what, but it was genuine. Then there was the grandmother. She was the highlight, even though i could barely understand her. She had these eyes that twinkled with wisdom, and she kept trying to feed me things. I felt loved, even though I was probably being judged for my terrible chopsticks skills. They made me feel like family, even though I was a complete stranger. That sense of connection, that genuine warmth… that’s what you won’t find anywhere else. Even if you're sleeping in a bed that’s basically a glorified pile of stuff.
What's the worst thing? Besides the aforementioned food and the bathroom…
The bugs. Oh, god, the bugs. And the isolation. You're truly in the middle of nowhere. There's no phone signal. No internet. You’re completely cut off from the world. At first, it’s freeing. Then, the boredom sets in. And then… the creeping dread. And the bugs. Did I mention the bugs? There’s a weird smell that permeates everything after a few days. You can never fully escape. It’s a mix of damp earth, something fermenting, and... something else I can't quite identify. I swear, I found a spider the size of my hand in my room. My SCREAM could probably be heard for miles. That said, looking back? I wouldn’t trade that experience for anything. Except maybe better plumbing.
Would you go back? Seriously, knowing everything you know now?
Damn. That's a tough one. It was… challenging. It stretched me. It terrified me. I got lost. I got sick. I probably broke some unspoken cultural rules. But… yes. I would. Without a doubt. Because despite the discomfort, the bugs, the questionable food, and the general lack of civilization, New Too Inn is real. It’s raw. It’s unforgettable. It's a slice of authentic China you won’t find anywhere else. Just… pack a LOT of hand sanitizer.
