Chongqing is known as the "8D Magic Mountain City" because of its three-dimensional and colorful appearance. But in my eyes, the most attractive thing about it is the rich fireworks: a bowl of noodles in the morning, hot pot and skewers with thick oil and red sauce, hot Jianghu dishes, refreshing ice noodles, dreamlike night views, old ladders and old wharfs full of market atmosphere… It really makes people forget to leave~
As a young man who has stayed in Chongqing for half a year, today I will take stock of where is the most convenient place to stay in Chongqing.
Chongqing’s rail transportation is very developed. You can take the light rail to the airport, train station and most scenic spots. And most of the city’s scenic spots are concentrated in the Yuzhong Peninsula, so I mainly recommend two places:
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Here I give two ideas for choosing accommodation, you can choose according to your actual situation~
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Option 1: Cost-effective & comfortable
Option 2: Romantic night Option 1: Cost-effective & comfortable
This type of recommendation focuses on convenience and cost-effectiveness, and is more suitable for budget travel.
Recommended hotels & B&Bs:
Located at No. 45 Datong Road, it is 200 meters away from Exit B of Linjiangmen Subway Station and only a 3-minute walk away. The transportation is very convenient. In the Jiefangbei business district, there are several large shopping malls and Bayi Road Food Street nearby, making it convenient for eating and shopping.
It is very close to Hongyadong and Chaotianmen Pier, and it is very convenient to watch the night view at night.
Renovated in 2019, the environment is clean and comfortable.
Price: About 140 yuan per person in peak season and 75 yuan in off-season.
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Located at No. 18 Jianxin South Road, it is 300 meters away from Exit 2 of Huaxin Street Subway Station and only a 4-minute walk away. The transportation is convenient. The surrounding living atmosphere is strong, and eating is convenient. It is about 1.5 kilometers away from the Guanyinqiao business district, so it is also very convenient if you want to go shopping.
Renovated in 2021, the environment is very clean. The biggest advantage is the low price, which is suitable for budget travel.
Price: about 80 yuan per person in peak season and about 50 yuan in off-season.
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It is located on the 55th floor of Building R1, Sun Moonlight, No. 1, Jiefangbei. Just downstairs is the Jiaochangkou subway station, and the transportation is very convenient. In the Jiefangbei business district, it is convenient to eat and shop, and it is also convenient to go to Hongyadong and Chaotianmen Pier to watch the night view.
Renovated in 2019, the room has Japanese style, simple style and Nordic style. Because the floor is very high, the view is very wide and overlooks the night view of the entire city. Coupled with the oversized floor-to-ceiling windows, the view is very beautiful. Equipped with bathtub and projector.
Price: The price per person is about 160 yuan in peak season and 80 to 100 yuan in off-season. It is slightly more expensive than an express hotel in the same location, but with the addition of floor-to-ceiling windows and a large bathtub, this price is very cost-effective for a river view room.
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It is located on the 28th floor of Building A, Huating Jiayuan, No. 128 Binjiang Road. It is about 400 meters away from Exit A of Linjiangmen Subway Station and a 5-minute walk. The transportation is very convenient. It takes about 8 minutes to walk to Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street and about 9 minutes to Hongya Cave. It is also very convenient for eating, shopping and watching the night view.
Renovated in 2019, the rooms have many styles, such as simple style, French style, bohemian style, etc., each with its own characteristics. First-line river view rooms have large floor-to-ceiling windows, and some rooms are equipped with bathtubs, projectors and washing machines.
Price: about 180-220 yuan per person in peak season and 70-130 yuan in off-season. The price/performance ratio is also very high. A river view room with floor-to-ceiling windows and a bathtub costs only more than 200 per night in the off-season.
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Located on the 43rd floor of Haike Yingzhou Building C, it is about 400 meters away from Chaotianmen Subway Station and a 5-minute walk. The transportation is very convenient. Next to it is Raffles City and Chaotianmen Pier, which is very convenient for eating, shopping, watching the night view at night, and taking a cruise.
Renovated in 2020, the rooms have many different styles. First-line river view rooms, large floor-to-ceiling windows, and some rooms also have terraces. It is a great experience to watch the night view and have a drink here at night. Equipped with projector and washing machine.
Price: about 200-330 yuan per person in peak season, and about 90-150 yuan in off-season.
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The North Building of Cangbai Building, located at No. 21 Cangbai Road, is about 500 meters away from Xiaoshizi Subway Station and only a 5-minute walk away. The transportation is very convenient. Downstairs is Hongyadong, which is also very close to the Liberation Monument. It is very convenient for eating, shopping and watching the night view.
Renovated in 2021, the overall style is simple and has oversized floor-to-ceiling windows. The room is equipped with a washing machine and a projector. If you come in summer, it will be very convenient to have a washing machine, because clothes need to be changed frequently. The mattress and pillows are made of natural latex and are very comfortable to sleep on.
Price: The rooms are all two-bedrooms. If four people are traveling, the price/performance ratio will be very high. The per capita price is about 170 to 240 yuan in the peak season and about 60 to 80 yuan in the off-season. The price is similar to that of a fast hotel in the same location.
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Option 2: Romantic night
When you come to Chongqing, you must not miss its beautiful night view. Here we have selected 3 relatively high-end river view hotels in prosperous locations. They are very stylish and suitable for couples to travel.
Recommended hotels & B&Bs:
Located in Tower B of Imperial Plaza, about 600 meters away from Xiaoshizi Subway Station and a 7-minute walk, the transportation is very convenient. It is very close to the Jiefangbei business district, Chaotianmen Pier and Hongya Cave. It is convenient for eating, shopping and watching the night view.
Renovated in 2021, each room has its own characteristics. The panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows and the oversized bathtub are really amazing. It is really comfortable to take a bath here at night while watching the river view, eating some snacks and drinking a sip of wine, and it is also very photogenic.
The room configuration is also great, with a Dyson hairdryer, private cinema, Bose stereo, and Hansgrohe shower, which is full of luxury.
Price: about 300-500 yuan per person in peak season and 180-350 yuan in off-season.
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It is located on the 37th floor of Block A, Times Haoyuan, Qingnian Road. Downstairs is Linjiangmen Subway Station, and the transportation is very convenient. In the Jiefangbei business district, it is very convenient to eat and shop. It is also very close to Hongyadong and Chaotianmen Pier, which is convenient for watching the night view at night.
Renovated in 2021, there are many styles, simple and elegant, and the rooms are very spacious. The floor is very high and equipped with oversized floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing you to see the night view of half of Chongqing.
The room configuration is also good, equipped with a projector and a smart toilet, which is very friendly to friends who like spicy food hahaha.
Price: about 230-450 yuan per person in peak season, and about 120-200 yuan in off-season.
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Located on the 61st floor of Lianhe International, No. 201 Xinhua Road, with Xiaoshizi subway station downstairs, the transportation is very convenient. In the Jiefangbei business district, close to Chaotianmen Pier and Hongyadong, it is very convenient for eating, shopping and watching the night view at night.
Renovated in 2019, the design is full of planetary elements, giving people a dreamy feeling of the starry sky. As soon as you enter the hotel, you want to take pictures.
The height of the 61st floor is equipped with oversized floor-to-ceiling windows and a bathtub. You can enjoy the night view of the entire city while taking a bath at night.
The configuration is also good, equipped with Dyson hair dryer and smart toilet, and some rooms also have whole-house smart systems.
Price: about 300-600 yuan per person in peak season and 230-450 yuan in off-season.
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I recommend these first~
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