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Three of the best hotels in Lijiang that travelers consistently recommend are the Jinmao Purelax Lijiang, the Banyan Tree Lijiang, and the InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG.

The 5-star Jinmao Purelax Lijiang, with a 9.2 rating, offers spacious rooms, excellent food, and outstanding service. Guests can enjoy private pools, a poolside restaurant, and rooms with lake or mountain views. Many rooms also feature fireplaces, and for those who enjoy shopping, there are designer stores on-site.

Another highly recommended option is the 5-star Banyan Tree Lijiang, which boasts an impressive 9.6 rating. This hotel is praised for its amazing staff and features private pools, some with plunge pools, and rainfall showerheads. Guests can also enjoy on-site outdoor tennis facilities and rooms with mountain views.

The 5-star InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG, rated 9.4, is known for its wonderful location, just 0.7 miles from Lijiang Old Town. Travelers frequently highlight the helpful concierge, excellent service, friendly staff, and spacious rooms. The hotel also provides 24-hour room service and designer toiletries.

Two excellent family-friendly hotels in Lijiang are the Banyan Tree Lijiang and the InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG.

The 5-star Banyan Tree Lijiang, with an exceptional 9.6 rating, offers complimentary rollaway extra beds and cribs, along with supervised childcare services. Children can also enjoy the playground, and the hotel provides connecting rooms and sofa beds for added convenience.

Another superb option is the 5-star InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG, rated 9.4. This resort features a playground and a free children's club, ensuring plenty of activities for younger guests. Complimentary cribs and baby bathtubs are also available. Guests frequently praise its wonderful location and the spacious rooms, and it is conveniently located just 1.4 miles from Black Dragon Pool. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Lijiang

For the best 5-star hotels in Lijiang, consider the Jinmao Purelax Lijiang, Banyan Tree Lijiang, Hotel Indigo Lijiang Ancient Town by IHG, InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG, and LUX Tea Horse Road Lijiang.

The 5-star Jinmao Purelax Lijiang, with a 9.2 rating, offers spacious rooms and excellent food and service. Guests can enjoy private and poolside pools, in addition to 24-hour room service. Many rooms offer lake or mountain views, and the hotel features an Art Deco design.

Another excellent option is the 5-star Banyan Tree Lijiang, rated 9.6, which is praised for its amazing staff. This hotel provides air-conditioned rooms, private plunge pools, and rainfall showerheads. Guests can also enjoy on-site outdoor tennis.

The 5-star Hotel Indigo Lijiang Ancient Town by IHG, with a 9.6 rating, is located just 0.7 miles from Lijiang Old Town. It offers air-conditioned rooms with premium bedding, bathrobes, and designer toiletries, along with 24-hour room service.

The 5-star InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG, rated 9.4, is also conveniently located 0.7 miles from Lijiang Old Town and 1.4 miles from Black Dragon Pool. Guests frequently mention the wonderful location, spacious rooms, and excellent service from friendly and helpful staff. The hotel provides air-conditioned rooms, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and 24-hour room service.

Finally, the 5-star LUX Tea Horse Road Lijiang, with a 9.2 rating, is situated in a historical district, just 0.4 miles from Lijiang Old Town. This hotel features a traditional property design and offers air-conditioned rooms, room service, and a 24-hour airport shuttle, making it very convenient for travelers. Find more luxury hotels in Lijiang

For a relaxing spa experience in Lijiang, consider the InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG, Jinmao Purelax Lijiang, Banyan Tree Lijiang, Pullman Lijiang Resort and Spa, or Hilton Lijiang.

The 5-star InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG, with an excellent 9.4 rating, offers a full-service spa with deep tissue massage, aromatherapy, body scrubs, and hydrotherapy treatments. Guests frequently praise the excellent service and the spacious rooms. It is also conveniently located just 0.7 miles from Lijiang Old Town.

Another outstanding option is the 5-star Jinmao Purelax Lijiang, rated 9.2. Its spa provides a variety of treatments including hot stone massage, aromatherapy, deep tissue massage, and Thai massage. Guests particularly appreciate the excellent food and spacious rooms.

The 5-star Banyan Tree Lijiang, with an impressive 9.6 rating, features a full-service spa available daily, offering deep tissue massage, body scrubs, Thai massage, and hot stone massage. The staff are frequently described as amazing.

The 4.5-star Pullman Lijiang Resort and Spa, rated 8.6, provides an extensive spa experience with body wraps, detoxification wraps, aromatherapy, Thai massage, and couples treatment rooms. It also includes a hot tub for guests' relaxation.

Finally, the 4.5-star Hilton Lijiang, with an 8.8 rating, offers a full-service spa available daily. Treatments include aromatherapy, manicures, pedicures, and a steam room for a refreshing experience. See all spa hotels in Lijiang

In Lijiang, three excellent hotels that provide complimentary breakfast are Jinmao Purelax Lijiang, Erquan Inn Ancient city, and Hilton Lijiang.

The 5-star Jinmao Purelax Lijiang, with a 9.2 rating, offers a buffet breakfast as part of its Club Level Room amenities. This hotel also features spacious suites, a private and secured pool, and a poolside restaurant. Guests frequently praise the excellent food, spacious rooms, and excellent service.

Another great option is the Erquan Inn Ancient city, a 4.5-star hotel with a great 10.0 rating. It provides a full complimentary breakfast and free parking nearby. Additionally, the hotel offers a free train station pickup service and free grocery shopping service, adding to its convenience. It is located 0.6 miles from Hong Kong Compatriots Donate Monument and 0.9 miles from Wangu Pavilion.

The 4.5-star Hilton Lijiang, rated 8.8, includes a free continental breakfast for guests in its Club Level Rooms. This hotel is set against a backdrop of mountains and offers amenities such as free cribs and a free area shuttle. Find more hotels with free breakfast in Lijiang

For top pet-friendly hotels in Lijiang, consider the Hilton Garden Inn Lijiang, Lize Graceland Artistic Suite Inn, Merry Inn Lijiang, Lijiang Yue Tu Inn, and Lijiang Guanlanyue Inn.

The 3.5-star Hilton Garden Inn Lijiang, with an 8.6 rating, welcomes both dogs and cats and provides food and water bowls for your pets. Guests often mention the soundproof and clean rooms, as well as its convenient location, being only 1.1 miles from Black Dragon Pool.

The 3.5-star Lize Graceland Artistic Suite Inn boasts a great 10.0 rating and offers free stays for pets. This hotel also provides free WiFi and complimentary toiletries, and is located 1.1 miles from Black Dragon Pool.

Another excellent choice is the 3.5-star Merry Inn Lijiang, rated 9.2. Pets stay free at this hotel, which also includes free WiFi and complimentary toiletries. It's conveniently situated just 0.6 miles from Black Dragon Pool, and guests frequently praise the great service and helpful staff.

The 3-star Lijiang Yue Tu Inn, with a 9.2 rating, allows pets to stay free. This inn features mountain views and is located near mountain biking opportunities. It also offers a 24-hour airport shuttle and train station drop-off service, and is 0.9 miles from Black Dragon Pool.

Finally, the 3.5-star Lijiang Guanlanyue Inn, rated 8.4, also allows pets to stay free. This hotel provides a 24-hour airport shuttle, free WiFi, and complimentary toiletries. It's particularly convenient for those interested in the Folk Museum, as it's only 0.1 miles away. See more pet-friendly hotels in Lijiang

For top boutique hotels in Lijiang, consider the Jinmao Purelax Lijiang and the Lijiang Yue Tu Inn.

The 5-star Jinmao Purelax Lijiang, with a 9.2 rating, offers an exceptional experience with its Art Deco design, luxurious suites, and private pools. Guests frequently highlight the excellent food and spacious rooms. The hotel also features a poolside restaurant, 24-hour room service, and stunning lake and mountain views. For those seeking exclusive amenities, there are executive rooms and a club level lounge with refreshments.

Another excellent option is the 3-star Lijiang Yue Tu Inn, which also has a 9.2 rating. This hotel is conveniently located just 0.2 miles from Lijiang Old Town and provides amenities such as free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, and mountain views. For travelers needing transport, it offers a 24-hour airport shuttle and train station drop-off service. See all boutique hotels in Lijiang

For an excellent budget-friendly stay in Lijiang, consider the Lijiang Yue Tu Inn or the Fairfield by Marriott Lijiang Ancient Town.

The 3-star Lijiang Yue Tu Inn, with an impressive 9.2 rating, offers convenient amenities like a 24-hour airport shuttle, free toiletries, and complimentary WiFi. Guests traveling with pets will appreciate that pets stay free, and the inn also features rooms with mountain views. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, mountain biking is available nearby, and it's just 0.2 miles from Wangu Pavilion.

Another highly-rated option is the 3-star Fairfield by Marriott Lijiang Ancient Town, which boasts an outstanding 9.4 rating. This hotel provides free WiFi, complimentary self-parking, and thoughtful amenities for families such as free cribs and children's bathrobes and slippers. It is conveniently located 0.4 miles from the Hong Kong Compatriots Donate Monument.

For a romantic getaway in Lijiang, consider the InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG, Banyan Tree Lijiang, or Jinmao Purelax Lijiang. All three are 5-star hotels that offer exceptional experiences for couples.

The InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG, with a 9.4 rating, is praised for its wonderful location, being just 0.7 miles from Lijiang Old Town. Guests frequently highlight the excellent service, friendly staff, and spacious rooms. The resort offers a full-service spa with various treatments, including aromatherapy, deep tissue massage, and facial treatments, great for relaxation together.

The Banyan Tree Lijiang, rated 9.6, provides an amazing experience with features like free WiFi and a 24-hour airport shuttle. Many rooms boast mountain views and private indoor hot tubs, creating an intimate setting for couples.

Another excellent choice is the Jinmao Purelax Lijiang, which holds a 9.2 rating. This hotel offers couples dining options, spacious suites, and private pools. Guests often comment on the excellent food and service. Many rooms feature balconies, fireplaces, and stunning lake or mountain views, adding to the romantic ambiance. See all romantic hotels in Lijiang

For hotels in Lijiang near Black Dragon Pool, consider the LUX Tea Horse Road Lijiang, Lijiang Yue Tu Inn, Lize Graceland Artistic Suite Inn, InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG, or Hotel Indigo Lijiang Ancient Town by IHG.

The 5-star LUX Tea Horse Road Lijiang, with a 9.2 rating, is exceptionally close to Black Dragon Pool, at just 0.8 miles away. This hotel is designed with a traditional aesthetic and is located within a historical district. It also offers amenities for families, including cribs, babysitting services, slippers for children, and toys. A 24-hour airport shuttle is available for convenience.

Another option is the 3-star Lijiang Yue Tu Inn, rated 9.2, which is 0.9 miles from Black Dragon Pool. This inn features mountain views and offers a 24-hour airport shuttle and train station drop-off services. Mountain biking is also available nearby.

The 3.5-star Lize Graceland Artistic Suite Inn, with a great 10.0 rating, is 1.1 miles from Black Dragon Pool. This inn offers free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, and allows pets to stay for free.

The 5-star InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG, rated 9.4, is 1.4 miles from Black Dragon Pool. Guests consistently praise the excellent service and friendly staff, with many highlighting the helpful concierge. The rooms are spacious, and the location is wonderful. This resort is particularly family-friendly, offering a playground, a free children's club, free cribs, and baby bathtubs.

Also 1.4 miles from Black Dragon Pool is the 5-star Hotel Indigo Lijiang Ancient Town by IHG, which boasts a 9.6 rating. This hotel provides free WiFi, self-parking, wired internet in public areas, and complimentary toiletries. Cribs are also available.

The best time to visit Lijiang is typically during the spring (April to May) and autumn (September to October) months, when the weather is most pleasant.

During spring, Lijiang experiences mild temperatures, making it ideal for exploring the Old Town and surrounding natural landscapes comfortably. The clear skies and blooming flowers add to the area's beauty, superb for sightseeing and outdoor activities like hiking in the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain area.

Autumn also offers excellent weather conditions with comfortable temperatures and less rainfall.

Lijiang offers several areas for evening entertainment, each with its own character.

The Old Town of Lijiang, specifically along Bar Street (酒吧街), is the most active nightlife area. Here you'll find a high concentration of bars, many featuring live folk music, often with local Naxi performers. There are also numerous tea houses that stay open late, offering a quieter experience with traditional music and performances.

Another popular area within the Old Town is Sifang Street (四方街). While it's a central square during the day, in the evenings it becomes a gathering point with impromptu dancing and traditional performances, and several surrounding establishments offer drinks and snacks. It's less about clubs and more about a relaxed, communal evening.

For a more modern take on nightlife, parts of the New Town, particularly around the main commercial streets, have some contemporary bars and KTV (karaoke) establishments.

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