The Most Beautiful Nightlife in Southern Xinjiang - Hetian

Discovered this gem hotel by chance during a business trip to Hetian, Xinjiang! Right next to the night market, you can enjoy the night market freely without taking a taxi🌃 📍Perfect Location Chuanyi Hotel is just a 3-minute walk from Hetian Night Market. Craving a late-night snack at 10 PM? Just slip on your slippers and stroll over! There’s a bus stop right at the hotel entrance. It’s a 15-minute taxi ride to Yulongkashi River and 20 minutes to Tuancheng Scenic Area. The front desk even provides a hand-drawn map of the surroundings🧭 🍢Night Market Guide • Must-try: Grilled eggs (sprinkled with cumin is a game-changer), Hetian jujubes with yogurt, red willow skewers • Hidden gem: Ask the vendor to hollow out a watermelon and fill it with yogurt for a super photogenic treat • Best time: The atmosphere peaks after 9 PM, but remember to bring cash 🏨Room Highlights • Smart toilet in a separate wet-dry bathroom (a lifesaver in the desert) • Humidifier + oxygen supply (perfect for visitors from southern China) • Uyghur-style carved window seat by the window—snap a pic and instantly transform into a Silk Road princess👑 📸Photo Spots 1️⃣ Rooftop view of the night market + sunset (around 9:30 PM in July-August) 2️⃣ Atlas silk backdrop wall in the lobby (the lighting is super flattering) 3️⃣ Light and shadow through the carved window grilles (best shot around 10 AM) 💡Pro Tips • Request a high-floor room in advance for better views • Free parking is a bonus for road-trippers • Don’t miss the rose jam naan at the hotel breakfast! 🚗Nearby Attractions • 10 minutes to Hetian Jade Bazaar (remember to haggle!) • 30 minutes to the Ancient Walnut King Tree (a 1,500-year-old tree that’s awe-inspiring) • Charter a car to the Desert Highway (ask the hotel to arrange a reliable driver) ⚠️Heads Up • Big temperature swings! Pack a light jacket even in summer • Some night market stalls only accept cash • Hotel offers airport transfers (30% cheaper than taxis) In short, this hotel perfectly blends convenience with ethnic charm, making it ideal for foodies looking to deeply experience Hetian’s local culture~