Okay so location was prime, smack right in the middle of walking distance to the Muslim Quarters, Bell Tower, street food and shopping, food everywhere, if you like the local Muslim food flavors....lots of cumin. They have a fake KFC aka Wallace, it was very tasty, be prepared to wait though, cause they cook your chicken as you order it, so it's piping hot and fresh when you get it. Staff was great, Cindi speaks English very well, there is another gal who speaks very well too, but I never got her name. The maids do not understand English, but if you communicate via sign language, you'll get what you need. Facility has a gorgeous rooftop view, but the lights do not work outside....there is a pool table on the top floor, nice big gym facility and separate yoga room. The facility can definitely use some upgrades, but it was very spacious. My shower walls were slimy, but other than that, they did their best. Given the prime location, I would consider staying here again if I was to ever go back to Xi'an. Terra Cotta soldiers is a must! If you stay here, take the bus, ask hotel for info. And get the transportation service from the airport, cost is 280 rmb one way, there were 6 of us and our luggage, we made it fit into a business Buick van, nice comfy ride. Tip the driver, it's a long drive, they are not accustomed to receiving tips, it are very grateful for it. Chinese people work hard and do not expect anything in return.
