While most luxury hotels typically feature impressive floral arrangements or majestic sculptures at their entrances, one exceptional five-star establishment in China has taken a different approach.
This unnamed five-star hotel, located in Guangdong province in southeastern China, has turned its lobby into a haven for stray cats.
In a heartwarming display of compassion, the hotel provides food, water, and shelter for homeless felines, offering them a safe and caring environment.
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Guests staying at this extraordinary hotel are also permitted to check in with their beloved pets, provided they weigh less than 10kg.
A heartwarming video, captured by an anonymous woman, showcases the mini sanctuary thoughtfully set up at the hotel's entrance. Complete with two food bowls and a plush bed, this haven caters to the needs of homeless felines. In the video, one fortunate cat can be seen enjoying a meal.
When the woman inquired about the number of homeless feline guests who regularly take advantage of the hotel's generous hospitality, a staff member revealed that there are four of them, including two ginger cats affectionately named Dahuang and Xiaohuang.
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Concerned about potential disturbances to other hotel guests, the woman asked whether there were any issues or complaints. The staff member assured her that there had never been a problem, as the cats usually retreat when they see people approaching. He added that Dahuang enjoys being close to people, but this has not led to any complaints.
The hotel's customer support department explained that the practice of allowing animals to rest in the lobby began several years ago, and there have never been any problems. As long as guests avoid approaching the animals, there are no issues.
Guests are even allowed to bring one pet weighing less than 10kg with them during their stay at the hotel. There is no additional charge for this service, except for cleaning fees if necessary.
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This hotel's compassionate approach has earned praise and admiration from people online. Many have commended the establishment for its pet-friendly policy and kind-hearted gesture.
On mainland social media platforms, stories like these celebrating love for animals are becoming increasingly popular. One example from earlier this year involved a woman in eastern China who received widespread acclaim for building a "canteen" to feed 17 stray cats, spending 2,000 yuan (US$270) each month to care for them.
In another heartwarming story from July last year, a video featured a woman in southern China who strapped her 13-year-old Samoyed dog to her back to help it climb the stairs to their home.