Yangshuo
One of Yangshuo's most memorable stays is this old, Chinese sugarbeet factory – complete with Cultural Revolution slogans – that's been converted into a…
Must-see hotels in Guangxi
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Guangxi
At the far end of town near the river is this popular hostel with a lovely backpacker vibe. Split over two buildings, rooms are really pleasant; the south…
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Guangxi
Middlesbrough-born South African designer Ian Hamlinton (nicknamed ‘Crazy One’ by the locals) has energetically and lovingly converted a cluster of Ming…
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Guangxi
Offering some of the finest views you'll get in Longji is this memorable inn overlooking the spectacular Seven Stars Chase the Moon rice terrace. All…
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Guilin
A former hostel, this attractive inn by the peaceful Taohua River (桃花江) has ditched the dorms to focus squarely on its boutique-style rooms. They feature…
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Guangxi
What makes Tea Cozy a true winner is not the 18 traditional-style balcony rooms (though these are wonderful in themselves), but the exceptional service by…
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Guangxi
One of Longji's most social hangouts is this friendly backpacker in the hilltop village of Tiantouzhai. It's a scenic spot, with each of the rooms in the…
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Guangxi
This popular inn, run by friendly, English-speaking owner Michael Yang, is superbly located right by the bridge. Rooms, connected by a creaking staircase,…
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Longji International Youth Hostel
Guangxi
One of the first accommodation options you find walking into Ping'an, this thoroughly pleasant, friendly and amenable hostel has decent rooms in a kind of…
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Guangxi
With its contemporary designer-style furniture, hanging lamps and exposed brick, Salad Days offers a boutique alternative to Tiantouzhai's rickety inns…
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Guilin
One of Guilin's most popular hostels, This Old Place has a wonderful location down a leafy street across from Baoxian Lake, and is a 10-minute walk to the…
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Phoenix Pagoda Fonglou Retreat
Guangxi
The 12 rooms here have wide balconies overlooking the hills, furniture made from local materials, wi-fi and no TV. The Taiwanese owner Jerry has tips on…
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Guangxi
Offering a chilled-out and less touristy alternative to Xingping is this relaxed guesthouse set in the countryside on a small, organic permaculture farm…
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Guilin
The White House is decked out in all manner of period (some genuine, some perhaps not) trappings reflecting the building it's in – part of the former…
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Ming Palace International Youth
Guilin
This popular and centrally located backpackers offers clean and comfortable dorms, along with beautifully decorated, spacious and bright private rooms,…
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Guangxi
This cosy place in Ping'an is run by a pleasant Zhuang woman called Yanmei and her brother. Spacious tiled rooms sport sharp colour coordination, a…
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Yangshuo
One for budget travellers who aren't into the whole backpacker scene is this stylish guesthouse run by the friendly, English-speaking Bella. Rooms are…
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Guilin
Hidden away in a back alley of Daxu's old town is this super relaxed guesthouse within a small traditional house. Its three upstairs rooms are simple but…
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Guangxi
Simply lovely rooms in a beautiful countryside setting are what's on offer at the Giggling Tree, an old 24-room farmhouse, just 7km from Yangshuo…
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Yangshuo
Run by the ever-helpful Lily is this aptly named guesthouse that's the place for climbers to stay in Yangshuo. Here you'll get the lowdown on everything…
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Guangxi
One of few genuine budget places out this way is this long-established hostel that's now opened a branch here in Chaoyang Village, 5km from Yangshuo…
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Guangxi
By far the best budget choice in Beihai is this relaxed guesthouse at the eastern end of historic Zhuhai Lu. With its eponymous mango tree standing out…
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Guangxi
Sharing space with a cafe is this attractive inn perched at the western end of the atmospheric old-town street Zhuhai Lu. Non-backpackers should not be…
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Guangxi
Just up from Moon Hill is this charming address featuring two blocks of 21 rooms, some with views of the mountains and the river. Tell staff if you prefer…
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Guangxi
Tucked away off the main road just up from Silver Beach, and conveniently located for the ferry terminal and Overseas Town, WBS Hostel makes for a solid,…
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Yangshuo
This hostel's attractiveness is highlighted by the rundown building it's in. Rooms are painted white with colourful accents and have earth-toned…
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Yangshuo
Right in the thick of West St's restaurant precinct is this decent, and quite charming and comfortable, choice with wood-panelled rooms, many with balcony…
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Guangxi
Towards the north of the island is this character-filled guesthouse offering both dorms and private rooms, as well as a kitchen and small outdoor gym. The…
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Yangshuo
If you prefer staying downtown but want to avoid the crowds, this good-value hotel is a decent bet. The balcony rooms overlook the Li River and feature a…
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Guangxi
This sweet little traditional place is buried away down an alley, and features an attractive courtyard with a leafy canopy. Some of the rooms are squashy…
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Guangxi
In Ningming, 40km east of Pingxiang, is this tasteful and well-managed hotel that's conveniently located across from the bus station. Rooms are modern and…
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Guangxi
With its cultured, civilised air and eight elegant rooms, Heterotopias sits inside an old courtyard complex. The owners are intellectual types and the…
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C Source West Street Residence
Yangshuo
Set a bit back from heaving Xijie is this hotel in a 270-year-old-plus building that was once part of a Jiangxi Guildhall (江西会馆). Elegant, swish rooms are…
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Guangxi
The best choice in town is this centrally located, modern hotel with spacious, bright and comfortable rooms. Management is friendly and helpful. Rooms are…
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Guilin
If you want a good night's sleep, this behemoth of a hotel in the northern area of town is a very good choice. Rooms are massive and the best ones…
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Guilin
Guangxi's first five-star hotel, the Sheraton is a bit long in the tooth, but its central positioning right by the Li River is excellent. It's now more of…
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Guilin
Not as insalubrious as it sounds, rather than charging by the hour this budget hotel is professionally run and conveniently located across from the bus…
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Guangxi
A plush option in a new quarter close to the high-speed train station (¥15 by cab to the old quarter or a 25-minute walk), Bavaria offers clean, bright…
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Guangxi
Opening in the early 1990s, this atmospheric hotel is one of Ping'an's first and it's still run by the same friendly English-speaking Zhuang family. It…
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Yangshuo Senior Leader Youth Hostel
Yangshuo
A conveniently located hostel with friendly staff, basic rooms and a large, comfy and inviting lobby with a gurgling water feature in the corner. Note…
