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The newly opened Orange Hotel Guangzhou Xihua Road Branch is truly an excellent find. With beautiful rooms, an excellent location, lovely staff, and spotless cleanliness, we didn’t want to leave! Read on to learn more about our stay experience!

During our recent trip to Guangzhou, we were looking for the best place to indulge in local Cantonese food. We were delighted to discover the Orange Hotel (Guangzhou Chen Clan Academy Xihua Road Branch). It is conveniently located near Xihua Road Food Street and close to attractions like the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall and various subway stations. Our two-night stay was amazing, and we thoroughly enjoyed our time here.

Let’s dive into our hotel review of the Orange Hotel Guangzhou Xihua Road Branch.

Pro Tip: We booked our two-night stay at the Orange Hotel Xihua Road through Trip.com, which offered a best rate guarantee!

Orange Hotel Guangzhou Xihua Road

Once we stepped in, we all fell in love to the cozy chain hotel. The hotel appears to be newly renovated, with everything stylish and fresh. The Orange Hotel maintains a consistent decor with an orange theme throughout.

The lobby, and indeed the entire hotel, was filled with a refreshing citrus scent. As always, you can get fresh mandarin oranges at the front desk. They are incredibly sweet, and I truly love them.

Orange Hotel Guangzhou - Lobby Waiting Area

Check-in at the front desk was extremely quick, and the staff was remarkably enthusiastic.

They proactively recommended some excellent local eateries and were very responsive to any questions we had. A young lady even added me on WeChat and sent me a guide to nearby restaurants. She answered all my questions!

Orange Hotel Xihua Road Branch - Complimentary Drink

Enjoy complimentary fruit tea and coffee daily in the lobby.

Room Check-in: When we arrived in the morning, our room was not ready yet. The official check-in time was 4 PM, which is quite late for a standard hotel. So, we left our luggage and went food hunting on Xihua Road.

If you’re curious about what to eat there, feel free to check out our Guangzhou Xihua Food Guide.

The Room

Orange Hotel Guangzhou XiHua Road - Room View

When we returned after lunch, our room was ready earlier than expected, despite the designated check-in time. We were able to get into our room early and take a much-needed rest.

We booked our two-night stay at the Orange Hotel Xihua Road through Trip.com, which offered a best rate guarantee. This time we chose to stay in a family room with one double bed and one super single bed.

Orange Hotel Guangzhou XiHua Road - Entrance

The room size was just right, and our room was equipped with everything we needed for our stay.

The room was clean and tidy, and with fewer rooms per floor, it remained relatively quiet. Housekeeping came in daily, ensuring that our room was always sparkling clean when we returned each day.

Pro Tips: While chatting with the front desk, we learned that there is only one family room on each floor, making availability quite limited. If you are looking for a room that accommodates three guests, we recommend reserving it as soon as possible, as they tend to book up quickly.

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Orange Hotel Guangzhou XiHua Road - Room Amenities

Room amenities included a kettle for tea and coffee, a mini refrigerator, a flat-screen television, and an in-room safe. It was exactly as advertised.

We also received complimentary bottles of water, which were replaced daily.

Orange Hotel Guangzhou XiHua Road - Bathroom

The bathroom with wet and dry separation. A special feature of the Orange Hotel is that all toiletries, including soap, toothpaste, and shower gel, are themed in orange.

Hotel Facilities

Orange Hotel Guangzhou XiHua Road - Laundry Room

There’s a free laundry room and dryer available for guests which is a great plus.

You can even store your luggage for free for a while after check-out, which was a huge help. They also hold your parcels before your arrival; we ordered some items from Taobao and picked them up when we got there.

Additionally, they have a robot available for food delivery. Super convenient for my supper delivery!

The gym room is available, but it is limited to only treadmill machines.

Excellent Location For Food Lover

Orange Hotel Guangzhou XiHua Road - Excellent Location

For food lovers, Orange Hotel Guangzhou Xihua Road is an absolutely fantastic choice for experiencing traditional Old Xiguan cuisine. The location is superb, situated right on the food street. We indulged in Cantonese favorites such as rice noodles, pan-fried dumplings, congee, and beef offal, savoring every bite during our stay in Guangzhou.

Read More: Guangzhou XiHua Road Food Guide

While the street outside the hotel can be a bit noisy, stepping inside brings a peaceful and calm atmosphere.

Overall: Orange Hotel Guangzhou XiHua Road Review

Overall, Orange Hotel Guangzhou Xihua Road is a fantastic find. We particularly loved its excellent location, as it is extremely convenient. It’s perfect for anyone wanting to experience authentic life in Guangzhou. All the recommended restaurants from Xiaohongshu are nearby, and the hotel is close to many attractions, making it easy to get around.

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Lastly, this Orange Hotel Guangzhou Xihua Road Hotel Review is part of our travel journey that includes Guangzhou and Shenzhen. Continue reading for more travel stories!

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Last updated on May 24th, 2026

Read my food review of Dian Dou De in Guangzhou. The ingredients were fresh, the portions were huge, and the prices were affordable. It may not be top-notch, but it’s still worth a visit!

During our recent visit to Guangzhou, we explored various Cantonese dim sum restaurants, and one that stood out for its authentic local atmosphere was Dian Dou De (点都德). The restaurant has several branches, so you can easily find the one closest to your location.

Dian Dou De serves authentic Cantonese dim sum, and many locals visit to enjoy their morning tea. They offer a wide range of options, and the food is not only delicious but also made with fresh ingredients. The restaurant’s popularity can be attributed to its all-day menu and generous portion sizes at affordable prices.

Now, let’s take a look at our Dian Dou De food review for an authentic local dim sum experience in Guangzhou.

Dian Dou De Guangzhou

Food Visit to DianDouDe Da Cha Lou Branch

Dian Dou De (點都德) is a well-established dim sum restaurant in Guangzhou, renowned for its traditional yum cha experience. The restaurant consistently attracts large crowds of diners due to its wide variety of dim sum, which is celebrated for its generous portions, flavorful tastes, and reasonable prices. It’s an excellent spot for experiencing authentic dim sum with nostalgic flavors in a comfortable atmosphere.

Dian Dou De is also highly recommended for tourists wanting to enjoy the traditional “morning tea” experience of Guangdong. The restaurant has multiple branches in Guangzhou and even in Shenzhen, making it convenient for visitors to find one nearby. It tends to be busy throughout the day, especially during breakfast and lunch hours.

The most popular and accessible DianDouDe locations for visitors are:

1. Dian Dou De Beijing Road Branch / 点都德 (北京路店)
Address: 352 Beijing Road, Yuexiu District

2. Dian Dou De Jufu Lou Branch / 点都德 (聚福楼)
Address: 470 Huifu East Road, Yuexiu District (opposite Fulin Restaurant)

3. Dian Dou De Huacheng Branch / 点都德 (花城店)
Address: 2nd Floor, No. 16 Huacheng Avenue, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District

4. Dian Dou De Da Cha Lou / 点都德 (大茶楼)
Address: 587 Longjin Middle Rd, Liwan District

5. Dian Dou De Xiyue Lou Branch / Dongshankou / 点都德 (西悦楼 / 东山口)
Address: No. 57 Zhongshan 1st Road, Yuexiu District (near Exit A of Yangji Subway Station)

Business Hours: Daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM (hours may vary by branch).

Looking for accommodation nearby Beijing Road? We recommend staying at the Mercure Guangzhou Beijing Road Pedestrian Street Hotel. The hotel is ideally located in the heart of the pedestrian street, with numerous restaurants and eateries nearby.

Our Visit to DianDouDe (Da Cha Lou) Branch

On our recent trip to Guangzhou, we visited the Dian Dou De for dim sum breakfast. We went to the Dian Dou De – Da Cha Lou (點都德大茶楼), which is located in the Liwan District, as it was the closest location to our hotel – Orange Hotel Guangzhou XiHua Food.

This Da Cha Lou branch features a spacious three-floor dining area, making it very comfortable and ideal for families to enjoy breakfast together. Upon arrival, we noticed a long queue in front of the restaurant, so we had to wait on the ground floor. Fortunately, they offered complimentary drinks, such as rose tea and chrysanthemum tea, while we waited.

Since it was peak hours and we were a larger group of six, we were asked to sit in a room that charged a higher table fee. We agreed and patiently waited for our turn. When it was finally our turn, the staff escorted us to the third floor.

The Food: Variety of Classic Dim Sum

Dian Dou De offers a wide variety of dim sum, excelling in both classic and creative options. We were impressed by the great selection of dim sum.

We ordered several items that were recommended on Dianping, including the Red Rice Cheong Fun with crispy shrimp (金沙红米肠), shrimp dumplings (蝦餃), Siu Mai (烧麦), steamed chicken feet (蒸凤爪), fried rice noodles, stewed beef tripe (金錢肚), Steamed Pork Ribs Black Bean Sauce Style, boat congee, large youtiao, and salted egg steamed buns.

Each dish came in generous portions, larger than what we typically find at other dim sum places. So be careful not to over-order. The large portion sizes were commendable and appreciated by everyone in our group.

Red Rice Cheong Fun with Crispy Shrimp

Be sure to try the Red Rice Cheong Fun with crispy shrimp (金沙红米肠). It’s their signature dish, and it pairs well with the dough fritters, which are very tasty.

One of Dian Dou De’s noodle signatures is Thrice Fried Noodles (豉油皇炒面). This classic Cantonese dish features yellow egg noodles stir-fried in light soy sauce, balancing a delicate soy flavor with a smoky, charred wok aroma.

Boat Congee

The boat congee is quite good. It features a rich, thick rice congee filled with pork loin, pig’s stomach, spring onions, shredded egg, and crackers. Although it doesn’t have many side ingredients, it is very filling. It’s a great comfort food that warms up your stomach.

Look at the size of youtiao from Dian Dou De, it was so huge!

Cantonese-Style Pork Blood Soup

Cantonese-Style Pork Blood Soup (猪红汤) – This classic dim sum dish features smooth pork blood cubes, ginger, and garlic chives in a rich broth. One of my friends enjoyed it so much that they mentioned it was both smooth and tasty. I took a sip, but it wasn’t my cup of tea.

Food Taste and Portion

We ended up ordering (and eating) more than we intended, but everything was delicious. While the other items were good, they didn’t particularly stand out for me, although my friend enjoyed them.

Personally, I still prefer Tao Tao Ju for its more classy flavors. However, if you love generous portion sizes, Dian Dou De will meet your expectations. The servings are significantly larger compared to most dim sum restaurants we’ve visited in Guangzhou.

Check out our Tao Tao Ju Food Review for more details.

The Service

Aside from the food, the staff service was mediocre. There were no smiles or interaction with customers, which is what I expected from such a large restaurant. We ordered using the QR code on the table, and different waiters brought the food to our table, carrying several servings of the same item to distribute to different tables. Some dishes took an unusually long time to arrive, which contributed to a negative service experience.

Besides, since we were seated in a private room, the service felt particularly slow, even though we paid a higher fee for that tea service.

Overall: Our Dian Dou De Food Review

Overall, the dim sums at Dian Dou De were served excellently at very reasonable prices. The food was above average, and the portion sizes were quite large. While the flavors weren’t as impressive compared to Tao Tao Gu, Dian Dou De still offered a worthwhile meal.

In short, it’s regrettable that the service detracted from the overall dining experience. Otherwise, Dian Dou De Guangzhou could have easily received a four-star rating.

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Lastly, this Dian Dou De Food Review blog is part of our travel journey that includes Guangzhou and Shenzhen. Continue reading for more travel stories!