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A room with a wooden floor, a large window overlooking traditional buildings, and a balcony with a view of the buildings and greenery.

1. The Ripplewood Sanctum

Dayan Old Town

Chris

$50 nightly

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, TV, and a large window with a mountain view.

2. Hilton Garden Inn Lijiang

Gucheng District

Debby

$41 nightly

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A room with a tent-like play area, a window with patterned blinds, and a plush toy on the floor.

3. The Timber Courtyard - Lijiang Old Town - A Preserved Heritage Residence near Mufu Palace

Dayan Old Town

$100 nightly

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

A traditional courtyard with a stone pathway, a small pond, and a wooden table with chairs.

4. Hotel Indigo Lijiang Ancient Town by IHG

Dayan Old Town

James

$144 nightly

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, leather sofas, and a large window offering a view of greenery and mountains.

5. GJ Damei Huasu-Yunbanshan Serene View 12-Retreat Manor-Ancient Town Lion Hill

Dayan Old Town

"Very impressive. The hotel is located at the top of the Old town which gives a spectacular view of the mountains. The room is comfortable and the free minibar is also a plus. The staff were willing to help but couldn't communicate in English which is fine because WeChat can translate everything. The breakfast menu offers a variety of choices but the portions are quite small so we had to order many times and the wait was a bit long. Highly recommended."

SIRITHIDA

$132 nightly

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Total with taxes and fees

A traditional courtyard with tiled flooring, wooden tables, and lanterns.

6. InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG

Dayan Old Town

Beinan

$170 nightly

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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A traditional Chinese building with a sign reading "East Mountain".

7. Ancient Charm Luxe Retreat Lijiang

Dayan Old Town

Susanna Chui Ping

$51 nightly

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

A traditional building with a mural, stone seating, and a wooden structure with a sign.

8. The Naxi Hereditary Courtyard - Chinese Nature's Design Retreat - Free Pick-up from Airport for 3 Nights

Dayan Old Town

$28 nightly

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A person sitting on a chair with a traditional building in the background.

9. Lijing Yunman Mushanxue lnn

Gucheng District

Andrew

$46 nightly

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious atrium with a glass ceiling, a central staircase, and a garden area.

10. SSAW Huama Garden Hotel

Gucheng District

John

$49 nightly

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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A person playing a piano in a stone-walled room with a table of fruits and a small waterfall feature.

11. Chinese-style garden resort hotel

Dayan Old Town

$77 nightly

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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A balcony with a view of mountains, a wooden swing, and a table with fruit.

12. Tiger Leaping Gorge yachajiao Manor

Lijiang

$125 nightly

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Total with taxes and fees

A modern house with a courtyard, outdoor seating, and a well-lit entrance.

13. Jinmao Purelax Lijiang -The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Gucheng District

Spencer

$146 nightly

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

A traditional wooden building with a garden featuring a pond, stone bridge, and lush greenery.

14. China Old Story Inn Lijiang Elite Garden

Gucheng District

Mehdi

$23 nightly

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

A traditional building with a tiled roof, a stone pathway leading to the entrance, and lush greenery surrounding the area.

15. Merry Inn Lijiang

Dayan Old Town

xuezhen

$35 nightly

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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A traditional wooden building with intricate carvings, a balcony, and potted plants.

16. Yiyun Tingju Viewing Ancient Courtyard

Dayan Old Town

PING

$29 nightly

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel with a pool area featuring a waterfall and rock formations.

17. Hilton Lijiang

Lijiang

Kar Foon

$69 nightly

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

A traditional courtyard with wooden architecture, potted plants, and a central seating area.

18. Shile · A Poetic Guesthouse with Traditional Chinese Charm

Dayan Old Town

$39 nightly

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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A traditional building with a stone wall and a bridge over a calm river.

19. Lijiang Fog Gallery Hotel

Dayan Old Town

$95 nightly

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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A bedroom with a large window, a bed with pillows, a bedside table, and a decorative vase.

20. SIXI Conglu Design Aesthetics Hotel

Gucheng District

Joo Teng

$48 nightly

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Lijiang Hotel Reviews

Lijing Yunman Mushanxue lnn

10/10 Excellent

"We were there by the mid-autumn festival. They share a barbecue with all the guest. Staff was very nice. The room is clean and have a very comfortable bed. Just to let you know. The taxis drop you in the entrance of the city. Then you should walk to the hotel. When we arrive. I text to the hotel. They immediately send staff to pick us up."

Lijing Yunman Sky Cloud lnn

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was traditional, but not on property had to walk to other property to eat, short walk, no safe in room to hold items, no iron, as stated 1 minutes walk to old town, property is in old town , had to call to find location, they came and walked us to property, that's why 4 stars , and local person said they have free shuttle to airport, he asked for me and had free shuttle ride the day I left ,"

Lijiang Hotel JunPoXuan

10/10 Excellent

"All of the great reviews are real. The staff is very helpful and Amy’s help with our planning was amazing. We even had to leave our power banks at the airport (non CCC) and she got us one delivered to the hotel in a few hours. The hotel’s location is very quiet, but also only a few steps away from the busy old town. It was a perfect combination for us."

Jinmao Purelax Lijiang -The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

8/10 Good

"place looks beautiful! we booked a suite with one bed room! it is a one bedroom house with yard! the place looks very nice! however, the back yard door is open from outside, people can come to house inside yard from outside this back door!"

Yiyuan Snow Mountain View Historical Naxi House - Lijiang Old Town Mufu branch

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly and helpful staff. Met us at the entrance to old town and moved our luggage in (even though late arrival and pouring rain). Lovely quaint courtyard and simple quaint room with good king bed and warm shower. Staff helped us arrange transport for Tiger Leaping Gorge day hike and tickets to a live performance. Like other places it is best to have WeChat set up in advance for communication and if you want, for payment too. Special commendations to staff Bob and Roxana for their warm welcome, copious amounts of tea, and assistance. We would come here again."

Merry Inn Lijiang

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very helpful. If you get a room facing the ancient city, it's beautiful.. sunrise (facing east) and night view. The hotel position is at the hill top of the Ancient City with the hotel entrance just a few steps to the stairways leading to the ancient city.. inaccessible to the wheelchair bound folks. It is better to have the hotel arrange for your transportation to the hotel as it is difficult to find. If you make your own way there, they will provide you with another hotel's address (where the taxi can drop you off), then they'll pick you up from there (you have to call them when you arrive). You'll also need help with your luggage as the pathway leading to the hotel is not user friendly and there are steps down leading to the hotel entrance. Breakfast, it's simple... don't expect a good meal. They can help you with online purchases (food or anything) with delivery within the hour upto 10 pm... this is exceptionally fast and efficient. "

Lize Graceland Artistic Suite Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We booked this stay for the last night of our anniversary trip! The accommodation is located within the old town, thus no cars are allowed to enter. However the hotel staff had already contacted me far in advance to arrange luggage pick up so arriving to the hotel was very easy! They also arranged a quieter room for us and surprised us with a cake too! We loved the stay, very different to your usual city hotels but regardless it had all the amenities we needed. Rooms were clean, staff were friendly and location is quiet yet a stones throw away from tourist spots. "

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Number of reviews	225
Accommodation	2 Hostels
Lowest Price	$25
Highest Price	$182

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Lijiang?

By staying at a hostel you can cut your spending on accommodations and save more of your trip funds for going out during your stay. If you're hoping to enjoy the natural surroundings, you can check out the mountain views while you're here.

What is a hostel?

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of different forms, but they all have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment, and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

What are the best hostels in Lijiang?

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks get the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to look first: Lijiang Shuhe K2 International Youth Hotle - You can take advantage of a game room and laundry facilities, as well as a pool table. Lijiang Desti Youth Park Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. You'll find towels, hair dryers, and free WiFi in all rooms.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Lijiang?

Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually May and June with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 43°F. The rainiest months in Lijiang are August, July, June, and September, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Lijiang?

Depending on what you're interested in, you might enjoy some places near Lijiang. Get out into nature with places like Black Dragon Pool, Yulong Snow Mountain, and Lashi Lake. Cultural attractions include Ancient Tea Horse Road Museum, The Snow Capped Mountains Rose Manor, and Mosu Folk Custom Museum. Visit landmarks like Lijiang Old Town, Lijiang Mural, and Zili Ancient Town.

What's the best way to get to and around Lijiang while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Lijiang on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Lijiang (LJG), located 25.3 mi (40.6 km) from the city center. An alternative is Ninglang (NLH-Luguhu), situated 44 mi (70.7 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. If you're looking to explore more of the surrounding area, head over to Lijiang Railway Station to take a train.

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Recommended hotels in Lijiang

1. The Ripplewood Sanctum

2. Hilton Garden Inn Lijiang

3. The Timber Courtyard - Lijiang Old Town - A Preserved Heritage Residence near Mufu Palace

4. Hotel Indigo Lijiang Ancient Town by IHG

5. GJ Damei Huasu-Yunbanshan Serene View 12-Retreat Manor-Ancient Town Lion Hill

6. InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG

7. Ancient Charm Luxe Retreat Lijiang

8. The Naxi Hereditary Courtyard - Chinese Nature's Design Retreat - Free Pick-up from Airport for 3 Nights

9. Lijing Yunman Mushanxue lnn

10. SSAW Huama Garden Hotel

11. Chinese-style garden resort hotel

12. Tiger Leaping Gorge yachajiao Manor

13. Jinmao Purelax Lijiang -The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

14. China Old Story Inn Lijiang Elite Garden

15. Merry Inn Lijiang

16. Yiyun Tingju Viewing Ancient Courtyard

17. Hilton Lijiang

18. Shile · A Poetic Guesthouse with Traditional Chinese Charm

19. Lijiang Fog Gallery Hotel

20. SIXI Conglu Design Aesthetics Hotel

Top Lijiang Hotel Reviews

Lijing Yunman Mushanxue lnn

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