The phrase “South boats, North horses” reflects Huai’an’s historical significance in transportation and highlights the differences and interactions in travel methods between southern and northern China. In the lobby, you can find a resting horse from the north and a moving boat from the south. There is also a suburban chair in the lobby, because the emperor made three trips to the south of the Yangtze River and arrived in Huai’an each time, adorned with a crane-patterned carpet and screens, allowing guests to reminisce about history. Entering the lobby feels like stepping into a giant ship; looking up, you see a canopy resembling a ship with a paddle that moves slowly through a light show. The background of the front desk is a modern version of the Huai’an River map, depicting thousands of visitors in Huai’an, showcasing its famous buildings like Qingjiangpu Tower, the government building, and the Wyndham Garden Hotel. Exiting the elevator on the guest room floors feels like stepping onto the canal, with carpets designed like the waterway and each room number representing a different ship.