Located in Pingyao Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lao Cheng Gen Hostel is a 10-minute walk from Xianya, the former county government. It offers free bicycle rentals and free shuttle services to Pingyao Railway Station, a 5-minute drive away. All rooms come with traditional Chinese Kang bed. Lao Cheng Gen is a 10-minute walk from Rishengchang Former Bank, a popular tourist site. Taiyuan Wusu Airport is a 1.5-hour drive away. Featuring free Wi-Fi in all areas, the property provides daily newspapers, luggage storage and fax/photocopying for guests’ convenience. A chargeable airport shuttle service is available. Offering views of Pingyao Old Town, the rooms at Lao Cheng Gen feature classic wood furnishings, a seating area and a private bathroom with free toiletries and shower facilities. There are Chinese paintings on the wall.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Pingyao, this property has an excellent location score of 8.9

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
9.4
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
7.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lukas
    Germany Germany
    We had a great time at Pingyao Laochenggen Inn. The room is really cozy and we were feeling like spending time in the past while having all the modern amenities. Our host was fantastic, he is extremely friendly, helpful and supportive. All in all...
  • Akicarica
    Norway Norway
    Everything was perfect! Very helpfull and pleasent Staff:) the room was clean and unque
  • Magdalena
    Poland Poland
    I had a great time staying at this place.The room was very clean, and everything was well-organized .The hostel also had a lovely tarace where I could relax It was conveniently, making it easy to get around the city.The atmosphere was friendly...
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful setting, very friendly and helpful owner, extremely good value for money
  • Ian
    Spain Spain
    Good location for the North Gate of the pedestrian city. Nice courtyard and room. Helpful mail and brief explanation about where to buy tickets. Pingyao is worth visiting and can be done with one evening/night and then a busy morning or a full...
  • Roman
    Russia Russia
    1) a very authentic room, quiet, cozy, with a good bathroom, air conditioning and a complimentary bottle of chilled water; 2) the hotel is in the old town, fairly easy to find, especially since the owner himself came out to greet you; 3) a very...
  • Ian
    Ireland Ireland
    This is a superb old guest house within the city walls, has a traditional and very comfortable room and a very nice courtyard. Everything in the room worked perfectly. Our host was very helpful in all respects and was able to sort out an...
  • Federica
    Italy Italy
    Everything and the sir who is managing is very kind and helpful!
  • Teng
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Traditional Chinese inn in a historical family home. Convenient location between north & South Gate. Great value.
  • Jacopo
    Italy Italy
    Really typical location, I loved the vibes and the host was really a good man. Wish I could stay longer (not for the town per se, but for the accommodation)

Property surroundings

Facilities of Pingyao Laochenggen Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Internet
Fast free WiFi 241 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs CNY 30 per day.
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Mosquito net
    • Wake-up service
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Heating
    • Car hire
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Chinese

    House rules
    Pingyao Laochenggen Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    Available 24 hours
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Available 24 hours
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Accepted payment methods
    UnionPay debit cardUnionPay credit cardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Quiet hours
    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a valid government-issued ID card or passport upon check-in.

    Please note that hotel requires pre-payment during Chinese public holidays. Please contact the property for more information.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Pingyao Laochenggen Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    FAQs about Pingyao Laochenggen Inn

    • Check-in at Pingyao Laochenggen Inn is from 00:00, and check-out is until 00:00.

    • Pingyao Laochenggen Inn is 800 yards from the centre of Pingyao. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Pingyao Laochenggen Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Room options at Pingyao Laochenggen Inn include:

      • Double
      • Family
      • Twin/Double

    • Pingyao Laochenggen Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Walking tours
      • Bicycle rental