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Dispute over motorhomes parking at hotels

13.08.2026 12:27 1 min 1 source РУС
sina.cn ZHO

A debate is growing in China over travelers in camper vans who park overnight near hotels to use their facilities. Industry data shows that in 2025, 7,376 new motorhomes were registered in China, an 85.61% increase year-on-year. China's Ministry of Commerce and other agencies have issued guidelines to develop campsites and motorhome infrastructure, which could reduce travelers' reliance on hotels.

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On popular routes such as the Qinghai-Gansu and Sichuan-Tibet corridors, a growing number of travelers are sleeping in their vehicles instead of staying in hotels. This has created a paradox: tourist cities are crowded, but hotels and guesthouses are underutilized. In 2025, China registered 7,376 campervans, an 85.61% increase year-on-year, and the number of self-propelled motorhomes exceeded 13,000. Key drivers include the affordability of electric vehicles with camping features and the spread of information about free parking spots on social media. However, many travelers are returning to hotels due to discomfort, such as poor sleep and lack of amenities. Authorities are beginning to regulate this practice, introducing rules that prohibit setting up tents and cooking in public areas, and are proposing to create low-cost overnight zones with basic services.

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The article compares four routes for a week-long motorhome camping trip: Hulunbuir, Ili, Hexi Corridor, and Yunnan. It provides data on distance, daily mileage, rental costs, and route features. For families with children, Hulunbuir is recommended; for couples, Ili; for culture enthusiasts, the Hexi Corridor; and for a varied experience, Yunnan. Average budgets and campground specifics are included.

Liu Peijin, a 69-year-old former soldier from Weifang, Shandong province, has spent over a decade traveling across China in a camper with his paralyzed wife, refusing to let her spend her final years in a hospital. In 2010, the woman suffered partial paralysis on her left side due to diabetes complications. In 2014, the couple set off in an ordinary car, later upgrading to a camper van equipped with two beds, air conditioning, and a kitchenette. Liu acts as driver, cook, doctor, and caregiver, administering medication, foot baths, and rehabilitation exercises. They have visited 31 of China's 33 provincial-level regions. In April 2026, a video of Liu feeding his wife went viral on social media. The couple now plans a new trip to lesser-known destinations in China.

The article describes a five-day family summer itinerary in Liaoning Province, featuring Qianshan Mountain (5A scenic area), Laoyuanzi amusement park, and motorhome camping in Benxi. The per-person budget ranges from 1,500 to 3,000 yuan, with mountain temperatures 6-8°C lower than in the city. Families without a car are advised to focus on Anshan, while those with a car can combine both destinations.

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