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Set close to the south gate of Dali Old Town, DaLi LOFT Travelling With Hostel is a stylish accommodation featuring a 24-hour front desk, wake-up service and free WiFi throughout the property. A tour desk opens to all guests for any travelling inquires.

clean, good location, everything feels new and organized. staff was super nice and helpful.

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9.1
Wonderful
22 reviews
Price from
$12
per night

Featuring free WiFi, Cabin 7 Inn is located in Dali, 900 metres from Dali Zhangjia Garden. The hostel has a children's playground and sun terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant.

Guests can read at the shared lounge, taste authentic local tea, relax at the terrace or dip into a bath of wooden vat. We also offer home-cooked food. A selection of activities are offered in the area, such as cycling and hiking. The hostel also offers bike hire.

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8.3
Very Good
3 reviews
Price from
$41
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Dali

  • Avg. price/night: $81.48
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 194 reviews
    Lovely host and great location.
    .NattaN.
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $68.73
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 170 reviews
    Great Location Next to the Ancient Town. close to restaurants
    Adrian
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $64.72
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 99 reviews
    Great location, right next to the scenic area. The hotel staff were very warm and welcoming, they gave us lots of tips on travel and itinerary, not just in dali but other places close by. Room was clean and spacious with lots of thoughtful amenities.
    Xi Jun
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $64.72
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 99 reviews
    Beautiful own hotel, comfortable bed and provide good coffee and tea in room Good sound proofing Surrounding the hotel, there are a lot of restaurants
    Melanie
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $104.61
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 27 reviews
    Excellent location, accessible to the old ancient town so easily. The lady boss was meticulously ensuring all guests are well taken care of, always there to greet in morning and ensuring we returned safely at night.
    Wang Koon
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $119.88
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 60 reviews
    Great location, just 10mins drive from train station and 20mins to airport, a good place if you do transfer / short stay in Dali, because it is a bit far from all the sightseeing place except Erhai Lake. My room is well equipted and has beautiful lake view, which is quite beautiful. Staff is friendly.
    Sufei
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $81.48
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 194 reviews
    Great location
    Yufei
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $68.73
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 170 reviews
    We had a two bedroom flat which was great, very comfortable. Great location and lovely breakfast. Owner was very helpful and spoke good English.
    Jens
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $21.80
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 72 reviews
    Really kind and helpful staff and gorgeous architecture! Beautiful traditional furniture and great location.
    Livia
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $81.48
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 194 reviews
    Valley luxurious,Clean,and comfortable,and safe,It was exactly what the picture show,Lovely beautiful Erhai view through the large window,The boss is very friendly and helpful.The food is very delicious.All good.
    Marina
    Young couple
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