The Shining Diamond Hotel in the Desert

Golden dunes stretch far and wide, The desert sun shines bright; A diamond sparkles 'gainst the sky, Its beauty carved in light. Amidst the daily hustle of urban life, where wild luxury blends with the passage of time, seek a travel experience entirely different from the city—find stirring tranquility in the desert. From the airplane, the desert appears as a mysterious land, resembling an alien relic. Upon closer inspection, a diamond necklace seems to rest quietly upon a golden mountain—this is the renowned luxury Desert Diamond Hotel in Shapotou. 🛏【Hotel Guide】 📍Address: Tourist Reception Center at the Gate of Time and Space, Shapotou Scenic Area, Zhongwei City, Ningxia Province 🚗Transportation Tips: The hotel is located within the desert area of Shapotou Scenic Area. To reach the lobby, you must first arrive at the Gate of Time and Space Tourist Reception Center, which is the same check-in point as the Desert Stars Hotel. However, while the Stars Hotel requires a shuttle bus after check-in, the Diamond Hotel arranges a business car to take you directly to the lobby for check-in, offering a more premium experience. 🌟Stay Experience: Upon arrival at the lobby, the vast golden desert visible through the floor-to-ceiling windows is breathtaking—a moment first-time desert visitors will never forget. While waiting for check-in, guests are offered a cocktail, iced tea, and hot tea. ⛱Hotel Environment: The hotel is built on prime desert land, featuring a two-story main building with an outdoor swimming pool and a chapel area extending from it. The main building houses the lobby and restaurant, while guest rooms are distributed on either side. Inspired by Van Cleef & Arpels' diamond designs, the entire complex resembles a diamond necklace composed of several "small diamonds." [House] Room Environment: We stayed in a Star Diamond Suite on the first floor, with sand dunes right outside the balcony. The room is equipped with sand-digging tools, sandboards, sun masks, sand goggles, shoe covers, and more, allowing guests to safely immerse themselves in the desert anytime. The entrance leads to a living room, with two separate bathrooms further inside. The bed and bathtub face the dunes, offering serene desert views while lying down. Notably, the room amenities are exceptionally thoughtful—complimentary mini-bar, Smeg kettle and coffee machine, Dyson hairdryer, Acqua di Parma toiletries, over a dozen bottles of VOSS water, and Ningxia specialties like goji berries, goji tea, and goji puree. Even the disposable toothbrush is electric—truly impressive. [Desert] Hotel Activities: The stay includes a semi-buffet dinner, scenic area tickets, and two free activity experiences. Transportation is provided to any part of the scenic area, and the staff-to-guest ratio ensures attentive service. Requests can be made directly in the butler group chat, making the overall stay very comfortable. The hotel also organizes craft activities, and at night, guests can enjoy stargazing in the desert—ensuring days here are never dull. 📌Tips: Overall, the hotel excels in both hardware and software. Compared to the Desert Stars Hotel, the rooms here are truly luxurious, offering an unparalleled desert experience. The only downside is the price. Zhongwei Desert Diamond Hotel