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The Ritz-Man Boutique Inn Lijiang, hotel in Lijiang

Only a 10-minute walk from Square Street, The Ritz-Man Boutique Inn features sumptuous accommodation with elegant décor and modern facilities.

The place located at Shuhe Ancient city which is less busier than Dayan Ancient city. It has a quite vibe with less people that you can take your time with taking photos. Every angle is an instagrammable worthy place. The staff is very accommodating and respond quite with messages send via wechat. We were offered arrival picked up and assistance with our luggage on arrival. The hotel has a very nice courtyard and was decorated with Chinese ancient vibe design that will transmigrated you into an ancient China era. The amenities were very complete that they event provide you with facial hydrating masks. The room is as per photo provided, spacious with modern appliances. They provided egg fried rice We had a great time at the place!
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
189 reviews
Price from
£47.27
1 night, 2 adults
Lijiang Gui Yuan Tian Ju Guesthouse, hotel in Lijiang

Designed with local architectural features, Lijiang Gui Yuan Tian Ju Guesthouse boasts an ideal location and classy guestrooms. Free WiFi access is available throughout the entire hotel.

The position of the hotel is very good. In the center of the old town but not directly on the mainstreet, so it’s silent. And the staff were extremely friendly. They helped me a lot. The staff phoned my taxi staff for me and explained to them where I wanted to go. The hotel staff rescued me from awkward situations. I am very grateful to them!
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
249 reviews
Price from
£52.45
1 night, 2 adults
Xilu Xiaoxie Inn, hotel in Lijiang

Centrally located in Lijiang Ancient Town, Xilu Xiaoxie Inn features cosy accommodation with traditional Chinese furnishings and modern facilities. Free Wi-Fi access is provided in the entire...

Great location on a quiet side street, friendly English speaking staff who was able to provide a lot of local insights. Bed was super comfy and a great breakfast was served each morning
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
635 reviews
Price from
£18.74
1 night, 2 adults
Eden Court, hotel in Lijiang

In the Dayan Old Town district of Lijiang, close to Loyalty Arch, Eden Court features a garden and a washing machine. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation offers a patio.

Location, environment and the host
Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
48 reviews
Price from
£215.83
1 night, 2 adults
Maple Leaf Inn, hotel in Lijiang

Located in Lijiang's Shuhe Old Town, Maple Leaf Inn offers a 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi throughout the building. All rooms come with an attached bathroom. The inn has a restaurant.

Friendly atmosphere. Convenient location, not far from the parking area. Enjoyed the home cooking of the hostess
Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
£19.23
1 night, 2 adults
Jayden NAXI Lodge臣安土木纳西小院 - Namaste, hotel in Lijiang

Located in Shuhe Ancient Town, Jayden NAXI Lodge臣安土木纳西小院 - Namaste is a traditional Naxi-style courtyard. The property has 2 floors with free Wi-Fi in all areas.

This is a original Naxi house that was carefully and lovingly renovated. It was a very unique experience staying at Johnson and Carol’s place, a great mix of tradition and comfort!
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
48 reviews
Price from
£29.14
1 night, 2 adults
Lijiang Sunshine Nali Inn, hotel in Lijiang

Only a 1-minute walk from Mufu and Sifang Street, Lijiang Sunshine Nali Inn features courtyard-style decoration and guest room with free Wi-Fi.

Location wise is exactly inside the Lijiang Oldtown, just take a few steps out of the hotel its the oldtown already. All shops within walking distance. The design of the hotel is like a mini resort, very up to date and gorgeous, same as per the description. The staff there was helpful. The room is comfortable and spacious. The staff also is helpful in assisting to booked our Yulong Mountain and Lijiang Impression Show tour. As the hotel located inside the oldtown, vehicle cannot go in, so have to walk by foot from the dropoff point to the hotel. The hotel is located at the center of the Lijiang Oldtown, so need to walk around 5-10min from the dropoff point to the hotel and if there is luggage, its better to pay for the tricycle to carry your bag, payment around 20yuan only. But its a fun experience, we can window shopping while walking to the hotel as you need to go through the Oldtown Market to the hotel
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
11 reviews
Price from
£45.11
1 night, 2 adults
Lewo Guest House, hotel in Lijiang

Located in Lijiang and with Loyalty Arch reachable within 300 metres, Lewo Guest House provides express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

Merry is a very responsive host that tries to fulfil our travel requirements. She helped to arrange value for money airport transfers and local tours (we went fo a day tour Shangri-la and visit most tourist spots along the way). It is such an experience staying in a traditional village guesthouse which is next to Zhongyi market with more than 100 shops and stalls. Near to bus stop to places of interest. We took Bus #101 straight to Yulong Snow Mountain resort for RMB15 one-way and pay our own entrance fee, etc. Very very convenient..
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
44 reviews
Price from
£15.52
1 night, 2 adults
October Inn, hotel in Lijiang

Offering a garden and sun terrace, October Inn features cosy rooms with free Wi-Fi access in Lijiang. The property can arrange various activities like horse riding, cycling and hiking.

The owners were super helpful and the accommodation was wonderful. Would highly recommend to firnds and family.There are plenty of places to sit outside the room, including a roof top space. Just 15 mins walk to the ancient town. However, if you turn right and walk up the hill, you will come to an amazing view after 10 mins (max) inc sun set. Then if you carry on along the well maintained.stone path you will find yourself on the elephant mountain ridge. Maps don't show it but follow path and you will come to a cross road. On your.left you.will see steps. Go all the way to the top turn right and the path will take you to more amazing views. You can go to.the park from.here and if a clear morning (suggest before 8am) the snowy mountain can be seen in all it's glory. After 8 the clouds gather round the top. Bare in mind park may charge 75Y When you enter
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
50 reviews
Price from
£15.54
1 night, 2 adults
Old Story Inn Lijiang Old Town, hotel in Lijiang

Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Old Story Inn Lijiang Old Town is set in Lijiang, 700 metres from White Horse Dragon Pond Temple and 1.1 km from Three-eye Well.

Hotel is located in really nice place to access to the old town. Also very kind staff, you can feel You can enjoy coffee or tee in a beautiful terrace
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
9 reviews
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

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  • Avg. price/night: £38.46
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 210 reviews
    Gemmer hotel is in a great location. Our room is very clean and comfortable to stay. The owner is very enthusiastic and proactively helps with booking tickets and arranging tours. Highly recommend this guesthouse.
    Ning
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £24.91
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 249 reviews
    Charming authentic guest house. Located down one of many stone alleyways in lijiang old town. Beds were comfy and clean, bathroom big and clean. Staff very helpful.
    Toni
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £12.66
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 44 reviews
    Merry is a very responsive host that tries to fulfil our travel requirements. She helped to arrange value for money airport transfers and local tours (we went fo a day tour Shangri-la and visit most tourist spots along the way). It is such an experience staying in a traditional village guesthouse which is next to Zhongyi market with more than 100 shops and stalls. Near to bus stop to places of interest. We took Bus #101 straight to Yulong Snow Mountain resort for RMB15 one-way and pay our own entrance fee, etc. Very very convenient..
    Teh
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £40.91
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 635 reviews
    Amazing guesthouse, one of my favourite stays of all time. Great location and beautiful courtyard with spacious rooms, but what made it particularly special was the hospitality. From Zhang Xueping getting up early to prepare us breakfast every day, even with some extras for the hike, to Joye preparing all details of our hike to the Tiger Leaping Gorge, they went above and beyond to make our trip memorable and we would go back to this guesthouse just to see them again! The malamutes were the cherry on top!
    Lawrence
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £24.91
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 249 reviews
    The host was super friendly, they really want to make your holiday as comfortable as possible. Also the bed was very comfortable and location was super nice, in a quiet street. Free water on the go, I highly recommend this place!
    Lotte
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £40.91
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 635 reviews
    Great feel at the hotel, like staying with a family. They are very welcoming and joye was a wonderful host. Loves a good chat in English. The rooms were traditional wooden decor rooms but with with very modern facilities! Perfectly located in the slightly quieter but only slightly 😆 part of the ancient town. Lots of shops and facilities around you, close to the South Gate around 7 minutes walk. Masjid nearby and enough halal options
    Ayaz
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £138.41
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 145 reviews
    Great location, just next to ancient town. Quiet and peaceful
    Yee Ling
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £24.91
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 249 reviews
    The location in a quiet alley in the old town is perfect. There are flowers everywhere and the guesthouse looks so beautiful. You are in a different World, almost like in a movie. The staff is very kind and helpfull. They came to meet is and sent is of again early in the morning to catch a train to Dali so we did not had to carry our luggage in the old town and would not get lost. Is was very easy and friendly communicating with the staff.
    newspaper
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £26.44
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 96 reviews
    Good value for money. This guesthouse is really a hidden gem, it's in a quiet lane of the old town. What makes me love gegewu is the support provided by the little staff. She helped book trips and was always available to provide any needed help.. One night when I came back she brought me a cake. in addition, it really warmed my heart. The room was comfortable and nicely decorated in a traditional style. I highly recommend this guest house.
    J
    Jade
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £24.91
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 249 reviews
    we had a wonderful stay at Lijiang guesthouse. our host waited for us at the entrance of the ancient town. he was super kind and helpful and even gave us some tips on what to do around Lijiang. the room was super nice and very authentic, just what we wanted. bed was comfy and clean and the location was perfect ! we highly recommend staying at Lijiang guest house and we will certainly come back again
    Ghita
    Young couple
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