World's largest public toilet in China: Harsh Goenka shares viral video showing a ‘five-star’ restroom that looks like a modern office complex with coffee machines, lockers and free beverages

A public toilet in China is making headlines around the world after industrialist Harsh Goenka shared a viral video showcasing what many online users are calling one of the most luxurious public restrooms ever built.

Located in the historic desert city of Dunhuang, the high-end facility has stunned viewers with its unusual design, premium amenities and tourist-attraction-like atmosphere. The video, originally posted by an influencer and later shared by Goenka, has sparked widespread curiosity, with many social media users wondering whether a public restroom can really look like a luxury destination.

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Harsh Goenka shares video of luxury public toilet in China

The video shared by Harsh Goenka highlighted the extraordinary features inside the facility. According to the influencer featured in the clip, the restroom is located in the majestic desert town of Dunhuang and is designed to resemble a labyrinth of beautiful caves. The facility includes vending machines, phone booths, free beverages, rest areas and lockers for visitors, the video shows.

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The influencer also noted that the men's section features multiple types of toilets designed for different needs and occasions. Luxury hand creams and other premium amenities are also available, giving the public facility a hotel-like feel.

The video quickly gained traction online, with users expressing amazement at the scale and design of the restroom.

Watch the video here

Why this public toilet in Dunhuang is attracting tourists

Far from being just a restroom, the facility has become an unexpected tourist attraction. The public toilet—popularly referred to as a “five-star” restroom—has attracted large crowds since opening last year. During the Labour Day holiday period, visitors reportedly queued outside to take photos and explore the facility.

Many tourists now treat the restroom as a sightseeing stop, adding it to their travel itinerary alongside Dunhuang's better-known attractions.

Inspired by the famous Mogao Grottoes

One of the biggest reasons for the facility's popularity is its unique cultural design.

Known as "Dunhuang Jingjie," the building features a glass exterior that resembles a modern office complex. Inside, however, visitors are greeted by interiors inspired by the world-famous Mogao Caves.

The walls feature mural-style artwork reminiscent of the ancient grottoes, while decorative greenery, ambient fragrance systems and thoughtfully designed rest spaces create an atmosphere more commonly associated with museums or upscale hotels.

The facility blends modern architecture with traditional cultural themes, giving visitors a distinctly local experience.

What's inside the viral 'five-star' restroom?

The restroom offers several amenities rarely seen in public facilities.

Some of the features include:

• Vending machines
• Coffee machine
• Phone booths
• Free beverages
• Luggage storage
• Lockers
• Accessible toilets
• Mother-and-baby room
• Public rest areas
• Luxury hand creams and toiletries

The upper floor reportedly provides additional relaxation spaces and storage options for travelers exploring the night market.

Built from an old structure, transformed into a modern attraction

Interestingly, the facility was not built entirely from scratch.

Reports suggest that the restroom was created by converting a decades-old building into a modern public space. The project focused on combining practicality with cultural storytelling, creating a facility that serves residents and tourists while also showcasing Dunhuang's artistic heritage.

The result is a public restroom that has become almost as photographed as some tourist landmarks.

Tourists are posing with toilet paper for photos

The restroom's viral popularity has also led to a unique social media trend.

Visitors have been sharing photos and videos outside the entrance, often posing with rolls of toilet paper as part of humorous travel snapshots. The quirky trend has further boosted the attraction's online visibility, turning a basic public utility into one of the city's most talked-about destinations.

As images continue to circulate online, the Dunhuang restroom is proving that even the most ordinary places can become unexpected tourist hotspots when design, culture and creativity come together.