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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. Guests can use self-laundry and dryer facilities for free.

Very comfortable and spacious bedroom, with good water heating system and even a bathtub. Owner and staffs are all very friendly, they provided assistance in moving my luggages in and out to the pickup point.

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9.5
Exceptional
175 reviews
Price from
£26
per night

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 property. Guests can use self-laundry and dryer facilities for free.

The room was cozy and warm, relatively clean. All the basic facilities were there. Xixi, the owner, made us a tasty breakfast with coffee. She was also very helpful, recommending us places to go around Lijiang, and helped us with the transportation to the airport.

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9.6
Exceptional
515 reviews
Price from
£34
per night

Only a 10-minute walk from Square Street, The Ritz-Man Boutique Inn features sumptuous accommodation with elegant décor and modern facilities. It houses barbecue facilities, karaoke rooms, a tour desk and 2 on-site dining options. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the property.

The room is clean and tidy, all the staff is very warm, the food and places recommended by the boss are great, and I will stay here again next time I come to Lijiang

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9.5
Exceptional
181 reviews
Price from
£82
per night

Situated in Lijiang, near Square Street Shuhe Ancient Town, Sifang Tingyin Square and Nine-Tripod Dragon Pond, Lijiang Yunqi Holiday Guesthouse has a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

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9.3
Superb
6 reviews
Price from
£44
per night

The guest house provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and bathrobes. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also provided, as well as a kettle. At the guest house, every unit includes bed linen and towels.

A 10 star rating is an understatement for the hospitality and warmth we received. The location is beautiful, a stunning terrace with an overview of the old town, lots of plants and pretty flowers. We got a room upgrade for free and the room was spacious, well equipped (best equipped room in fact we had in China). You can tell that a lot of love and attention to detail was put into the design of this accomodation. The location is very central yet quiet at night. The highlight of it all was the lovely, generous and genuine owner. She took time to recommend us great restaurants and vegetarian dishes. Checked in on us regularly to make sure we are having a great time. And when I was sick she even brought food and medicine. It felt like home and being taken care of by family. I have never experienced such a hospitality and am very grateful. I highly, highly recommend this place when you're visiting Yunnan. The owner has travelled all over the world and has lots of interesting stories and insights to share, definitely recommend you to have a chat with her over tea.

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9.8
Exceptional
38 reviews
Price from
£53
per night

Featuring mountain views, Lijiang Baisha Free Time Designed Hotel offers accommodation with patio, around 4.4 km from Nine-Tripod Dragon Pond. The property features city and inner courtyard views, and is 4.5 km from The Ancient Tea Horse Road Museum. The guest house provides garden views, a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

Excellent boarding choice in Bai shao. The room is cozy and comfortable with a nice court yard. The hosts are friendly. However, it's regrettable that the host wouldn't serve breakfast any more. Otherwise, having breakfast in the court yard would be a nice experience.

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9.4
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
£44
per night

Featuring classic wood furnishings and a courtyard with greenery, Old Town of Lijiang Meiliju Inn is located peacefully in Lijiang Ancient Town. Free WiFi is accessible in all areas.

Mufu Palace is 400 metres from Old Town of Lijiang Meiliju Inn. Loyalty Arch is 500 metres from the property. Lijiang Sanyi Airport is 21 km from the property.

Great location, short distance from the old town entrance. Nice room and with great view from our balcony. We had a very pleasant stay. Great hospitality from the owners. Fang Jie, the lady owner, was very helpful and attentive. Do ask her for tour and food recommendations, you will not be disappointed.

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9.6
Exceptional
23 reviews
Price from
£37
per night

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. Computers are offered in public area and guests can enjoy tea on site.

This was a great stay. Tom the owner and his brothers were super hosts. the hostel was empty when i arrived, so tom gave me even better service. He even took me on his scooter with his little doggie to nearby villages. he was able to advise me on where to go and how to do different things in lijiang. he also invited me to have dinner each night with his family or friends. the bed was really comfy and warm. The water was very hot. the room was very big. the hostel is about a ten minute walk from old town, but its far enough away to be quiet for a nice rest at night. I will definitely be back to visit tom and his family in the hostel.

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9.3
Superb
32 reviews
Price from
£4
per night

Located in Shuhe Ancient Town, Lijiang Jayden Lodge臣安山居民宿 - Namaste is a traditional Naxi-style courtyard. The property has 2 floors with free Wi-Fi in all areas. All guests can enjoy an afternoon tea and a yoga class for free. Airport/train station pickup service is free for guests who stay for 3 nights or more.

Johnson was a very considerate host and made us all feel very comfortable during our stay. Our children loved being with his pet dog and we all enjoyed walking and hiking together (including the dog who came along too). The old town was very close by and had some very comfortable coffee shops and local foods. The attractions in the main city were very enjoyable and our host Johnson offered to take us there in his car at no cost :) We enjoyed a few days hike in the mountains and were guided to the less crowded areas that suited our stay. Thank you Johnson, we really enjoyed our time with you.

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9.5
Exceptional
48 reviews
Price from
£30
per night

Operated by the local Nakhi people and enjoying a history of 15 years, Mama Naxi Guesthouse is a family-style hostel offering cosy accommodation in Lijiang. Free WiFi is accessible in all areas.

Lijiang Ancient Town is an 11-minute walk from Mama Naxi Guesthouse. Lijiang Railway Station is an 18-minute drive away. Lijiang Sanyi Airport is 20 km from the property.

We liked everything in here. The owner lady welcomed us at the train station and she didn't charge us for the ride. At the guest house, which is something like less than a 10 minute walk to the old city, she also invited us for a cup of tea. She speaks good English and is very helpful with anything you need. She also makes yummy breakfasts that we didn't find elsewhere in China!!! The furniture at the reception is a bit oldie in our opinion but it simply reflects the Chinese style so don't get discouraged by that. It was all great for us. Thank you again, Sarah, Myriam and Fabio 🤗

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8.9
Fabulous
144 reviews
Price from
£6
per night

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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: £36.52
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 39 reviews
    We loved our stay in Lijang. The Old Town is beautiful and the guest house was in a great location. The room was clean and very cute. The staff at Lewo Guest House were fantastic. They went over and above expectations during our stay. The staff on the desk helped us to organise day trips and getting to our next destination as well as ordering a birthday cake, too. We definitely recommend Lewo Guest House to all who visit Lijang.
    Jenny
    People with friends
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 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: £25.25
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 144 reviews
    The guesthouse is located within walking distance from the old town. Staff was super friendly and answered all my questions. They even helped me organise a bus ride to the tiger leaping gorge (which was beautiful btw!) Beds are comfortable with curtains for privacy. Would highly recommend this hostel!
    Victoria
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £25.59
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 175 reviews
    Very charming property, well located in a quiet street and really close to the heart of the old town. Staff is friendly and helpful. They will try their best to recommend the best places so feel free to ask your questions. They can speak English.
    Laura
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £110.74
    10
    Scored 10
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews
    Actually we actually came across this guest house and it's way beyond our expectation. The snow Mountain is directly outside the window. And the host is really hospitable. We were offered delicious breakfast and the staff were very understanding.
    Z
    Zhiyuan
    Solo traveller
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 20 reviews
    This is a beautiful boutique quaint gem of a place in Lijiang. It has a stunning view from the dinning room window of the rooftops in Lijiang. It is perfectly located, right in the middle of the Old Town Lijiang. The staff of this hotel is friendly, helpful and with a "I can help you with that" attitude. It was wonderful to spend Christmas here.
    Eliza
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £81.73
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 181 reviews
    This hotel is decorated in Chinese style, with a great location and a quiet atmosphere.
    S
    Sarah
    People with friends
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 38 reviews
    it’s quiet and cozy. host is very friendly and helpful. the location is close to the center and the photoshooting place.
    CHANYUAN
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £25.59
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 175 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
  • Avg. price/night: £31.89
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 172 reviews
    Wonderful hosts, great Tea and welcome drinks. and plenty of useful information. Free fruit and snacks for all to try. Great location at the edge of Old Town. A few steps to climb, but nothing major. Nice size rooms, and we got a free upgrade due to quiet season.
    Tim
    Young couple