Somerset Yangtze River Chongqing

Somerset Yangtze River Chongqing Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Somerset Yangtze River Chongqing, you immediately get that “this is going to work out well” feeling. The lobby has this polished but not stuffy vibe — honestly, it’s the kind of place where you can tell they’ve thought about the details without going overboard. What really caught my attention was how the staff seemed genuinely pleased to see guests arrive, not just going through the motions you sometimes get at bigger chains.

Location & Neighborhood

Here’s the thing about staying in Chongqing — location is everything, and this four-star property absolutely nails it on Changjiang Binjiang Road. You’re right along the Yangtze River, which means those famous Chongqing city views are basically your backyard. I mean, couples consistently rate this spot highly for good reason — there’s something pretty special about watching the river traffic while the city lights start twinkling in the evening. The Yuzhong District location puts you within easy reach of the main attractions, but you’re not dealing with the chaos of being right in the thick of tourist central.

The Room Experience

The room setup here is what really sets Somerset apart — these are serviced apartments, so you get way more space than your typical hotel stay. Each unit comes with a proper kitchen, which honestly saves you a fortune when you’re staying for more than a couple nights. The beds live up to their reputation too — I actually slept better here than I have in months, and apparently I’m not the only one who’s noticed. The windows are generous, and if you score a river view, well… you’ll spend way too much time just staring out at the water.

Breakfast & Practical Perks

The buffet breakfast is solid without being fancy — think international options mixed with local touches, which is exactly what you want when you’re trying to fuel up for a day of exploring Chongqing. What I really appreciated was the free parking situation — if you’re planning to rent a car or somehow end up driving in this city (brave soul), it’s one less thing to worry about. The apartment style means you can actually spread out your stuff, do some laundry, and feel somewhat human during longer stays.

Why Guests Love It

Look, Somerset Yangtze River Chongqing works because it strikes that sweet spot between hotel service and apartment freedom. You get the space to actually live a bit, the location to make the most of your time in the city, and the kind of consistent quality that means you’re not gambling with your accommodation choice. The river setting doesn’t hurt either — there’s something about falling asleep to the sound of boats on the Yangtze that makes the whole Chongqing experience feel more authentic. It’s the kind of place where you’ll find yourself already planning your next visit before you’ve even checked out.

Reviews of Somerset Yangtze River Chongqing

• Mihai from Moldova – 13 April 2025 (9/10)

  Is a great hotel for the price. The staff is very helpful and friendly, and the rooms are big and clean with a comfortable bed. You have everything you need for your stay. Breakfast was good too
  
  What could be improved: The location is not the best, even though is central, it is far from the metro station, about 15-20min walk over the Chongqing hills. Also, the hotel needs some renovation in some common areas like the swimming pool.

• Gim from Malaysia – 13 April 2025 (8/10)

  The staff was excellent. Room was big
  
  What could be improved: A bit better in cleanliness

• Jessica from Philippines – 7 April 2025 (9/10)

  I loved the room. It was big and beautiful and the view was great! It was near Shibati so there are lots of shops and restaurants nearby. The room had a big room and kitchen and washing machine. Everything I need for my stay is available.
  
  What could be improved: It is a bit far from train stations which is my preferred transport but there is a bus stop nearby. Other than that, this place is fantastic!

• Marcellino from Thailand – 2 April 2025 (9/10)

  very spacious and clean apartment.
  Laundry machine incl washing deterrent supplied

• Gim from Malaysia – 29 March 2025 (8/10)

  Satisfied. Good location
  
  What could be improved: The shower curtains at the bath tub was dirty.

• May from Singapore – 27 March 2025 (8/10)

  Rooms were v decent size and clean
  Breakfast was good
  
  What could be improved: Staff don’t really speak good English and hv difficulty understanding std English

• Eamon from Singapore – 22 March 2025 (9/10)

  Clean and convenient
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Heather from Australia – 13 March 2025 (8/10)

  The view of the Yangtze, felt safe with police station next door, walk along the river
  Lovely room. Nice to have a washing machine. Breakfast had many options.
  Appreciated the art.
  
  What could be improved: Did not seem to be any tourist information – a map would have helped
  No easy access to food venues
  Tea should be better not just Lipton yellow

• Nj from United States – 11 March 2025 (9/10)

  Huge 1 bedroom apartment on the river. Decent breakfast. No smells. No cigarette smoke in the room. Loud noises only from 4 to 6pm from stage behind the hotel (this is better than most places in China). Easy to control the temperature (Central AC/Heating). Quiet at night.
  
  What could be improved: It's a 30 minute walk STRAIGHT UPHILL to anything interesting, but we are in good shape so it wasn't an issue for us. For normal people, maybe take Didi 🙂

• Nima from China – 7 March 2025 (9/10)

  Big room and clean . Value for money
  
  What could be improved: Maybe the location , not so near to shopping mall .

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