Yellow River Suji (Boutique Homestay Cluster)

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A hillside resort village on the banks of the Yellow River made up of several well-known boutique homestay brands, with rammed earth courtyards, an infinity pool and sunsets over the desert and river, setting the benchmark for northwest China getaways.

Yellow River Suji is located in Dawan Village, Yingshuiqiao Town, Shapotou District, Zhongwei, on a terrace on the north bank of the Yellow River between Shapotou and the city. It sits with the Tengger Desert behind it and the river in front. Since opening in 2019, it has become a model for boutique homestay clusters across China. The complex is made up of several well-known homestay brands, including Xipo, Dale Zhiye, Xuli, Nan'an and Feiniao Ji, with dozens of guest rooms. The architecture uses rammed earth, solid timber and local stone to evoke the look of a northwest village. Public areas include an infinity pool overlooking the Yellow River, a café, a restaurant, a bookshop and art spaces. The classic image here is watching the Yellow River sunset and the desert on the opposite bank from the edge of the pool in the evening. Activities include sheepskin raft rides, camel riding, desert hiking, handicraft workshops and dining on local Ningxia ingredients such as Tan sheep mutton, goji berries and Helan Mountain wine. Room rates in peak season are 1,500 to 4,000 yuan per night, and weekends and public holidays often sell out one to two months in advance. Non-guests can book a meal or coffee in advance. Suggested itinerary: stay one night after visiting Shapotou. Relax by the pool and the river during the day, watch the sunset in the evening and stargaze at night. Getting there: the village is about 10 km from the Shapotou scenic area and about 15 km from the city centre, and the complex provides a shuttle. Notes: the complex mainly serves overnight guests, so non-guests should contact the venue in advance. The river current on the banks is strong, so do not swim. The coordinates are estimated for Dawan Village.

Yellow River Suji (Boutique Homestay Cluster)

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