Xiamen’s best choice to avoid crowds: Shanhe Hot Spring! A private hot spring hidden in the mountains, soaking here is super healing

Hot spring hotel nestled by the mountains in Xiamen, a 10-minute walk to Huandao Road, rooms with private hot springs, soak and sip tea away from the city noise, truly relaxing and comfortable😌 🏡 Room Details (No filters) ▪️ "Courtyard Private Hot Spring Room" (35㎡): natural stone private hot spring by the window (fits 2 people, natural hot spring water), 1st floor with a small private courtyard, 2nd floor with mountain views; warm wood + off-white soft decor, perfect for daydreaming after soaking. ▪️ Practical amenities: soft latex mattress + down/mugwort dual pillows; air conditioning with heating (warm in winter, not stuffy in summer), fast hot water, hot spring water for washing (gentle), high-power hairdryer, thick coral fleece bathrobe + fleece slippers (to prevent chills). ▪️ Thoughtful touches: small side table by the hot spring pool (for tea/phone); minibar with free water + dried tangerine peel tea + peanut candy; basket with bath balls/non-slip mat; butler prepares 38℃ hot spring water 1 hour in advance, ginger tea served after soaking (to warm you up). ▪️ Minor drawbacks: 1st floor hears raindrops on rainy days (light sleepers choose 2nd floor); notify 1 hour in advance for hot spring water change. 🍽️ Food to warm your body and stomach ✔️ Breakfast: peanut soup (sweet and glutinous), oyster omelet (fresh) + pickled radish, served with Tieguanyin tea, refills available. ✔️ Meals: kitchen-made (recommended Angelica mutton soup, Minnan braised noodles), or walk to Huandao Road snack street (eat satay noodles, no crowds). ✔️ Afternoon tea: free sesame crisps + dried citrus in the courtyard, paired with hot ginger tea by the hot spring pool, watching sunlight spill over the stone wall is super relaxing. 🚶 Leisurely activities 1. Hotel relaxation: soak in private hot spring, drink ginger tea, sunbathe on the courtyard hammock, stargaze at night, borrow tea sets to brew tea/roast tangerines/play chess. 2. Huandao Road: 10-minute walk, stroll the boardwalk at sunset (few people), collect shells and enjoy the sea breeze. 3. Jimei School Village: 20-minute drive, explore old houses and take photos, eat snacks on Shigu Road (wheel cakes, sour bamboo shoot noodles). 📍 Notes 1. Room type: choose the courtyard private hot spring room, 1st floor is private, 2nd floor has mountain views, light sleepers avoid 1st floor on rainy days. 2. Advance notice: communicate needs (mugwort pillow, hot spring water change, etc.) in advance for butler arrangements. 3. Clothing: bring loose clothes + a light jacket (to prevent chills after soaking, hotel provides extras), wear flat shoes (comfortable for walking). 4. Transportation: 30 minutes by taxi from Xiamen Station / 25 minutes from airport (pickup available); free parking for self-driving guests. Only those who have stayed here understand how it captures Xiamen’s warmth and the comfort of private hot springs in every detail. For a quiet escape to soak in warm springs, this is the place!