Nestled in the renowned ancient village of Gangtou, Guangdong Province, this boutique hotel is a gem in Huadong Town, flanked by Wangzi Mountains and the Liuxi River.  This village boasts a history of over 600 years and was designated as a traditional Chinese village by the Ministry of Construction in 2014.  At 22,800 square meters, the hotel is surrounded by a tapestry of natural beauty, exuding a distinctive Lingnan charm. The total building area spans 22,807.36 square meters.

Inspired by the local culture, The design infuses Lingnan culture with modernity, blending traditional art with contemporary design.  Respecting the past while inviting the future, offering both community and privacy.

This interior renovation of ancient architecture draws from the local traditional culture, elements such as Guangdong wood carving, Guangdong copperwork, Dongguan straw weaving, glazed window lattice, and Guangzhou golden porcelain are extracted and symbolically integrated into the overall spatial design and materials.

A New Lingnan Language Fusing the Boundaries of Tradition with Modernity

The guest rooms, adorned with natural wood and earthy fabrics, evoke a serene, nature-inspired retreat. The decor, reflecting three local cultures, features bed frames and soaking tubs against ceilings inspired by the “Huo’er” houses, blending tradition with modernity.

Each guestroom showcases a color—bright yellow, orange-red, or Dun Tou blue—drawn from local heritage. Yellow recalls Guangzhou’s egg yolk flowers, while the decor celebrates blooming flora with “Dongguan Straw Weaving” and patterns of Lingnan’s flora and fauna. The design also honors the Kapok flower’s vitality with copper accents and patterned wall coverings. “Dun Tou Blue” dye and glass flower windows add a cultural layer, creating a space rich in tradition and elegance.