Must-see hotels in Lijiang

  • Blossom Hill Neverland

    Lijiang

    There are only a handful of massive rooms, all built around a central courtyard filled with the sounds of classical music and burbling (artificial) brooks…

  • Cǎiyúnjiān Kèzhàn

    Lijiang

    Set behind an entrance that seems more like a temple than a guesthouse, this makes a great base for exploring the old town thanks to its modern stylings…

  • Intercontinental Lijiang

    Lijiang

    The most popular luxury hotel in the old town – a magical space with lofty ceilings, little gardens and epic views of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. The…

  • New Youth Inn

    Lijiang

    Bright, modern rooms and common spaces are to be found at this popular Chinese-market hostel, complemented by excellent views over the old town from the…

  • Water Ripples Inn

    Lijiang

    The seven modern rooms around a small courtyard here are excellent value, especially considering their location in the centre of the old town just beside…

  • Garden Inn

    Lijiang

    Just outside the old town – the views are good but you'll have to carry your luggage up some stairs – this popular but peaceful hostel has dark, compact…

  • October Inn

    Lijiang

    A secluded, increasingly popular guesthouse with excellent spacious dorms, a handful of private rooms – book ahead – and a cool roof terrace with great…

  • Lao Shay Youth Hostel

    Lijiang

    This hostel sees mostly domestic travellers – not much English is spoken – but dorms and rooms are reasonably sized and priced, if uninspired and a little…

  • Mama Naxi’s Guesthouse

    Lijiang

    Mama Naxi is a Lijiang institution, and though the location has changed throughout the years it still represents a solid value. Friendly staff make for a…