Title: Villa in the park Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=113208655&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Villa in the park ## Photo gallery for Villa in the park ![Superior Studio Suite, Hill View | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Villa in the park (Guiyang)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113208700/113208655/0554bf87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Superior Studio Suite, Hill View | View from room - Villa in the park (Guiyang)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113208700/113208655/eb12daf4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Elite Townhome, Patio, Park View | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Villa in the park (Guiyang)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113208700/113208655/d4604dbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Elite Townhome, Patio, Park View | Terrace/patio - Villa in the park (Guiyang)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113208700/113208655/dd3802f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Elite Townhome, Patio, Park View | Dining room - Villa in the park (Guiyang)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113208700/113208655/e668a356.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Guizhou University and Huaxi Park, Villa in the park provides a free food/drink shopping service, a rooftop terrace and a garden. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Housekeeping - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 28 - Mar 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=113208655&PinnedHotelID=113208655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=113208655&PinnedHotelID=113208655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 1 - Mar 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=113208655&PinnedHotelID=113208655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=113208655&PinnedHotelID=113208655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=113208655&PinnedHotelID=113208655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=113208655&PinnedHotelID=113208655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=113208655&PinnedHotelID=113208655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=113208655&PinnedHotelID=113208655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Balcony, Hill View ![Comfort Double Room, Balcony, Hill View | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113208700/113208655/084c7a39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double Room, Balcony, Hill View ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Smart TV Fan Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer - Hill view - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Family Suite, City View ![Family Suite, City View | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113208700/113208655/61b39941.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite, City View ### Highlights Separate dining area Separate sitting area Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Smart TV Fan Blackout curtains Separate bedroom - City view - 538 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Superior Studio Suite, Hill View ![Superior Studio Suite, Hill View | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113208700/113208655/0554bf87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Studio Suite, Hill View ### Highlights Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Smart TV Fan Blackout curtains Separate bath and shower Hairdryer Private bathroom - Hill view - 754 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Elite Townhome, Patio, Park View ![Elite Townhome, Patio, Park View | Courtyard view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113210000/113208700/113208655/81e8e8ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Elite Townhome, Patio, Park View ### Highlights Patio Separate dining area Air conditioning Full-sized fridge/freezer Smart TV Fan Blackout curtains 5 bedrooms - Park view - 3767 sq ft - 5 bedrooms - Sleeps 14 - 6 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGuiyang-Hotels-Villa-In-The-Park.h113208655.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGuiyang-Hotels-Villa-In-The-Park.h113208655.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Huaxi, a neighbourhood in Guiyang, Villa in the park is near a metro station and near theme parks. Qingyan Ancient Town and Jiaxiu Lou are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Huaxi Park and Hebin Park of Guiyang. Guizhou University and Renmin Plaza are two other places to visit that come recommended. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like mountain climbing, hiking/biking trails and ecotours, or hop on a bike for hire nearby and take a self-guided tour around Guiyang. [Visit our Guiyang travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Guiyang.dx1967) [View more B&B in Guiyang](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Guiyang-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d1967-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C26.43682%2C106.67827&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=b7tHCrus4xphiogW_ekLIEqNGn8=) No. 75 Qingxi Rd., Huaxi District, Guiyang, Guizhou, 550025 ### What's nearby - ![Guiyang, China skyline at Jiaxiu Pavilion on the Nanming River., Shutterstock ID 245773270, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6095836/49ab68c3-14dc-411d-b782-0aae8e4463ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Jiaxiu Lou 24 min drive \- 14.1 miles - Huaxi Park 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Guizhou University 14 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Qingyan Ancient Town 16 min drive \- 8.5 miles - Hebin Park of Guiyang 22 min drive \- 13.2 miles ### Getting around - Guiyangbei Railway Station 24 min drive - Guiyang (KWE-Longdongbao) 28 min drive ### Restaurants - 毅兰面 8 min drive - 花溪老素粉 12 min walk - 时光酒咖 1 min walk - 泰.色音乐餐吧 6 min walk - 尼斯小镇 Nice Town 5 min drive ## About this property ### Villa in the park Bed & breakfast near Huaxi Park Located close to Guizhou University, Villa in the park provides a free food/drink shopping service, a rooftop terrace and a garden. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Express check-out, charcoal grills and coworking spaces - Coffee/tea in reception, tour/ticket information and a TV in reception - A water dispenser, smoke-free property and a nature reserve Room features All guest rooms at Villa in the park feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and printers. 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Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Free grocery shopping service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Coworking space ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - In a nature reserve - Outdoor entertainment area - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 6 steps to reach entrance - Handrails in stairways (80 centimetre high) - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Communal living room - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Slippers - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 55-inch smart TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Free bottled water - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Microwave - Shared kitchen access ### More - Air conditioning - Fan - Iron/ironing board on request - Laundry detergent - Printer - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Early check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 17 ### Check-out Check-out before noon A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures This property is closed from 10 December 2025 to 31 December 2026 (dates subject to change). ### Access methods Access code, front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CNY 20, per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-off cleaning fee of CNY 20 and a deposit of CNY 100 per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Breakage deposit: CNY 100 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Nearby parking fee: CNY 50 per night (1312 ft away) - Pet deposit: CNY 100 per stay - Pet fee: CNY 20 per accommodation, per stay plus a one-off CNY 20 cleaning fee - Service animals are exempt from fees - A late check-out fee will be charged The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted Mobile payment options include: Alipay, Apple Pay and WeChat Pay This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ### Property is also known as Villa in the park Guiyang Villa in the park Bed & breakfast Villa in the park Bed & breakfast Guiyang ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Villa in the park pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Villa in the park? ### What time is check-out at Villa in the park? ### Where is Villa in the park located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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