Reviews of The Harmony Courtyard & Dai Feng Humanistic Boutique Hotel
鼓浪屿笔山路2号, Gulangyu, 361000 Xiamen, China

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Reviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 5 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe island of Gulangyu is a fantastic place to stay, and this hotel was well located on the island. The hotel had a fantastic boutqiue feel, with very accommodating and friendly staff, clean and well designed rooms, good AC, local cuisine for breakfast, and a lovely boutique art shop in the hotel as well. We travelled with friends and family (including a small child) and everyone enjoyed their stay. Additionally, there is plenty close to the hotel including restaurants, convenience stores and other shops.
Not applicable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Dear guests, hello! Your warm and enthusiastic review has filled our entire team with boundless joy and a deep sense of honor. Thank you so much for choosing to stay at our hotel and taking the precious time to share your stay experience with your relatives, friends, and even the lovely kids. We're absolutely thrilled to learn that you're satisfied with the cozy atmosphere of our homestay, its prime location, the friendly and attentive service of our staff, the clean and exquisitely - designed rooms, the efficient air - conditioning, the delicious local - style breakfast, and our charming art store. Your satisfaction is the greatest affirmation of our work! It makes us extremely happy to know that you and your friends and family had a wonderful time during your stay on Gulangyu. This is exactly the kind of comfortable, pleasant, and memory - filled journey we strive to create for every guest. Once again, thank you so much for highly recommending us! Your satisfaction and recommendation are the biggest driving force for us to keep moving forward. All of our staff sincerely look forward to having the honor of welcoming you and your loved ones back in the near future. We'll continue to provide you with warm and meticulous service! May you and your family have a happy life and everything go smoothly!
Dear guests, hello! Your warm and enthusiastic review has filled our entire team with boundless joy and a deep sense of honor. Thank you so much for choosing to stay at our hotel and taking the precious time to share your stay experience wi… Show more
Reviewed: 1 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe staff members contacted me before I arrived and provided clear instructions to reach the property. They had my WeChat number so I could ask them questions about my travel at night. Super friendly and helpful!
It’s a bit out of the way, and it was extremely hot in Gulanyu when I was there.
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your kind words and special praise! We are very glad that you appreciate the charm of our historical buildings and the surrounding scenery. What makes us even happier is that our service (especially the prompt communication, clear guidance and the convenience of WeChat consultation) has left you with the impression of being "super friendly and helpful"! This is exactly what we strive for. We have also noticed your feedback about the slightly remote location and the hot weather. Thank you very much for your honesty. The peaceful environment of Gulangyu sometimes means inconvenient transportation, and the high temperature in summer is indeed a challenge. We will continue to optimize the service details, such as providing more practical travel and cooling suggestions, hoping to enhance the overall experience of our guests. Your satisfaction is our motivation for moving forward! We sincerely invite you to visit again in a cooler season to explore the different charm of Gulangyu! We wish you all the best!
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your kind words and special praise! We are very glad that you appreciate the charm of our historical buildings and the surrounding scenery. What makes us even happier is that our service (especially the pr… Show more
Reviewed: 10 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe staff were kind and friendly, very quiet area
We had a bit of trouble with the internet and we were bitten by mosquitoes at night
Dear guest: Thank you for choosing to stay at our hotel and for taking the time to share your valuable feedback! We are very glad to learn that our staff service makes you feel friendly and considerate. The peaceful environment also adds comfort to your journey, which is the direction we always strive for. We sincerely apologize for the network problems and mosquito troubles you mentioned. The network issue has been comprehensively inspected and repaired by technicians, and continuous optimization will be carried out to ensure stability. Meanwhile, we have strengthened mosquito prevention measures in the rooms, including adding electric mosquito repellent devices and regular disinfection, striving to provide guests with a more reassuring stay environment. Your feedback is the key to our improvement. We look forward to your next visit and hope to present you with a more perfect experience! Wish you all the best!
Dear guest: Thank you for choosing to stay at our hotel and for taking the time to share your valuable feedback! We are very glad to learn that our staff service makes you feel friendly and considerate. The peaceful environment also adds co… Show more
Reviewed: 6 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewStaff before arrival were super helpful, as they were during our stay. The location is great, and the bed sheets much better quality than I was expecting. We had the room with a view overlooking Sunlight Rock which was stunning. Breakfast was a little to local for my liking but it was as I expected it to be. We really enjoyed out three nights, and would happily return.
Milk with morning coffee, the use of less disposable items such as the coffee cups at breakfast would be good. Outdoor furniture on the balconies was old and uncomfortable.
Hello dear friends, our intimate housekeeper always keep in mind that one of our ideas is to bring you a " home " like stay. Thank you for choosing and the hospital to take the case, do not forget the first heart, always, warm hospitality, intimate service, glad that our efforts can get your recognition and awards. Look forward to serving you again, return to your home in Gulangyu, I wish you a happy life ~
Hello dear friends, our intimate housekeeper always keep in mind that one of our ideas is to bring you a " home " like stay. Thank you for choosing and the hospital to take the case, do not forget the first heart, always, warm hos… Show more
Reviewed: 21 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewDear friend, hello! Our dedicated butler always keeps in mind that one of our core concepts is to provide you with a "homecoming" experience during your stay. Thank you for choosing He Yuan Dai Feng. We remain true to our original aspiration and strive to offer warm hospitality and attentive service. We are delighted that our efforts have been recognized and appreciated by you. We look forward to serving you again and welcoming you back to your home in Gulangyu. Wishing you a pleasant life!
Dear friend, hello! Our dedicated butler always keeps in mind that one of our core concepts is to provide you with a "homecoming" experience during your stay. Thank you for choosing He Yuan Dai Feng. We remain true to our original… Show more
Reviewed: 6 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe breakfast was nice. The host obliged and made coffee for us on request. I was expecting a room on the ground floor but we have to climb to level 3. However, host helped us with our cabin case. By china standard, the room is a little small. if only the weather is dry and warmer, we could enjoy some time in the balcony with nice view of the sunshine rock. i find the location a bit far from the ferry pier. a good 15-20 mins walk with a stretch uphill from the pier. Luckily our luggage is not heavy. Visitors to gulangyu should know there is no traffic on this island. We spent 2 nights here. There was light rain on both days till the morning on departure day. Recommend a day trip. Can buy ferry ticket on the fly when dry weather is in forecast.
Dear Esteemed Guest, Thank you for choosing to stay at our boutique accommodation and for taking the time to share your feedback. We sincerely apologize that your experience fell short of perfection and deeply regret any inconvenience caused. Regarding your comments on the room: We would like to clarify that you initially booked a standard room on the second floor. To enhance your comfort, we proactively upgraded your stay **free of charge** to a premium room on the third floor, which offers superior views and includes a bathtub. As Gulangyu is recognized as a "Museum of International Architecture," all historically preserved buildings here are subject to strict cultural heritage preservation regulations. The room size of **16 sqm** (clearly stated on our booking page) reflects the authentic charm of these century-old villas, where every space tells a story of timeless elegance. Our property is located in the cultural heart of Gulangyu—the Bishan Road Historical Conservation Area, directly facing the former residence of Dr. Lim Boon Keng, the founding president of Xiamen University. The walk to Sanqiutian Pier typically takes **10 minutes at a regular pace**. To elevate your experience, our dedicated concierge team is ready to provide: 1️⃣ **Complimentary luggage transfer service** 2️⃣ **Personalized route guidance** 3️⃣ **In-depth cultural storytelling** —all designed to help you immerse in the island’s heritage while enjoying modern hospitality conveniences. Your feedback is invaluable in shaping our improvement. We sincerely hope to welcome you back and redeem your trust through our heartfelt service, inviting you to rediscover the poetic essence of "Piano Island" (Gulangyu) in its truest form.
Dear Esteemed Guest, Thank you for choosing to stay at our boutique accommodation and for taking the time to share your feedback. We sincerely apologize that your experience fell short of perfection and deeply regret any inconvenience cau… Show more
Reviewed: 18 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 26 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewIt’s well located, but the numbering on Bishan road is all over the place, so it took us a while to find it. Once we got there, the environment is tranquil and the view of the 3rd level is stunning. The breakfast is extremely good. Home cooked congee with fresh fruit.
The lights in the room is wired so that you are not able to leave one light on only.
Hey, dear guest! Thanks a bunch for choosing to stay with us and taking the time to share your experience. We're stoked to hear that you dig our location, the amazing view on the third floor, and the quiet environment. Providing a comfy place for guests to chill is what we've always been aiming for. And your praise for the breakfast, especially the home - made porridge and fresh fruits, really gives our catering team a huge boost. We'll keep it up and do even better. Sorry about the hassle you had finding our place on Bishan Road. Your feedback is super important. We'll work on improving our directions so that future guests can find us more easily. Thanks also for pointing out the issue with the room lighting design, like the wired switches. We get that it might affect the flexibility. We've noted down your comments and passed them on to the management team. We'll seriously consider the possibility of making the lighting more convenient in the future. Thanks again for your valuable feedback and understanding. Your satisfaction is what keeps us going, and your suggestions help us get better. We're looking forward to having you back and giving you an even better stay next time! Have a great life!
Hey, dear guest! Thanks a bunch for choosing to stay with us and taking the time to share your experience. We're stoked to hear that you dig our location, the amazing view on the third floor, and the quiet environment. Providing a comfy… Show more
Reviewed: 7 January 2025 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewThe building was beautiful, the bed comfortable and the staff were amazing! The lovely guy on reception gave me a great dinner recommendation, then went above and beyond to post some items to my next stop that I’d left behind! So helpful, generous and kind. Hotel is in close proximity to the tourist spots, and I highly recommend staying in the beautiful spot of you have a long layover in Xiamen!
Dear friend, hello. Our caring butler always remembers that one of our principles is to bring you a "home like" accommodation experience. Thank you for choosing Heyuan Daifeng. We never forget our original intention and always strive for excellence with warm hospitality and thoughtful service. We are grateful that our efforts have been recognized and commended by you. Looking forward to serving you again and returning to your home on Gulangyu Island. Wishing you a happy life
Dear friend, hello. Our caring butler always remembers that one of our principles is to bring you a "home like" accommodation experience. Thank you for choosing Heyuan Daifeng. We never forget our original intention and always str… Show more