Changsha
The 380-room Sheraton is a benchmark of luxury in Changsha, with contemporary, fully equipped rooms and a glass-window enclosed swimming pool, among other…
Changsha
The 380-room Sheraton is a benchmark of luxury in Changsha, with contemporary, fully equipped rooms and a glass-window enclosed swimming pool, among other…
Gansu
This snazzy and pretty snappy midrange option has a handy location on Xinhua Beilu in the centre of town with bright, clean rooms with modern facilities…
Fujian
The English-speaking owners are very welcoming at the Changdi Inn. Fans and TVs in the basic rooms don’t hurt either. Other bonuses include cold beer, a…
Hubei
Rooms here won't win any awards for style, but they're more than comfortable and generally a great deal. Staff can help book cruises and onward travel,…
Beijing Drum Tower Youth Hostel
Beijing
A no-frills hostel with nifty, capsule-style singles and spacious twins and doubles. The subway is very close, and it's a short stroll to the area's…
Guizhou
Cheerful hostel with nicely decorated rooms and dorms, some with views of the charming surrounding lanes. Comfortable high-quality bedding. Squat toilets…
Shandong
This elegant branch of the dependable Jinjiang Inn brood has a calming lobby area leading to smart rooms, some of which look out over the small, central,…
Yunnan
Tucked away on the quieter northern stretch of Luoshui's lakefront road, the 2nd-floor rooms with balconies overlooking the lakeside here are among the…
Fujian
Beautiful lantern-lit nights await in this modern rectangular compound. The 30 modern rooms have air-con and wi-fi. Upstairs rooms are cheaper, but you…
Xishuangbanna Region
Although rooms feel a bit institutional, the top-floor patio and convenient location (close to the Banna and long-distance bus stations) make this an…
Shandong
Smack-bang in the middle of the old town, this attractive, traditional-style but brand-new hotel has large, bright, modern rooms with comfy beds and…
Henan
Smack bang in the restaurant area just south of Longting Park, this budget branch has reasonable rates, large rooms, daily cleaning and a 24-hour…
Shandong
This five-star hotel in the commercial district is an excellent option, with immaculate rooms, attentive staff and a 49th-floor revolving restaurant.
Shanghai
If body and soul are in need of some overdue attention, the Anandi distinguishes itself with yoga, meditation and over a hundred spa treatments.
Fuzhou
A beautiful inn housed in a historic mansion in the pedestrianised Sānfáng Qīxiàng area. All 56 rooms are modern and tastefully appointed.
Sichuan
A clean, quiet spot run by a gaggle of kindly ladies. There's actual wi-fi and 24-hour hot water, both rarities in this neck of the woods.
Sichuan
In the middle of the action, this no-frills hotel is clean and serves its purpose. Discounts of up to 20% make it a bargain in this town.
Tengchong Royal Orchid Boutique Hotel
Yunnan
Large rooms and friendly staff make this place a joy, even if it has more of a business-hotel vibe than something truly boutique.
Jiangxi
The private rooms here (no dorms) are excellent value: cheap yet large and bright, and with tables, chairs and strong wi-fi.
Lhasa
Renovated three-star hotel with fresh, clean and slightly dull rooms, though not particularly spacious. Staff are helpful.
Hubei
A reliable Chinese chain hotel, Oyo has decent, inexpensive rooms and a good location not far from the East Gate.
Jiangxi
Sanqing Shan's best hotel has genuine luxury throughout. It's by the bus drop-off point at the southern section.
Jiangsu
Located above its own cosy teahouse, Taimuting has seven zen-themed luxury suites.
Jiangxi
Smart, comfortable business hotel, opposite the Old North Bus Station.
Sichuan
Beyond Darjay Gompa (大金寺), one of the area’s largest and most revered monasteries, is this fascinating temple and basic, but wildly atmospheric guesthouse…
Inner Mongolia
Set along a winding river about 40km north of Haila'er, this grasslands camp has a spectacular setting, even if it is aimed at tourists. You can pass an…
Hainan
At the foot of Seven Fairy Mountain, the Narada is an elegant surprise in the middle of the peaceful (though increasingly developed) rainforest. The 222…
Gansu
This huge hotel has lovely staff and rooms that are modern with heavy accents on the brown woods and come with dressing gowns, work desk, large shower and…
Tianjin
Accommodation at this extravagant place comes in the form of luxurious, self-contained villas and apartments, located along a series of reconstructed,…
Sichuan
Near the top of Houjia Shanzhai – and a long way from anywhere – is Tiàowàng Wǎwū, a very simple courtyard guesthouse with basic twin rooms and fabulous…
Nanjing
In a great riverside location within walking distance to the Fūzǐ Temple area, this branch of the very popular chain has modern rooms, with good bedding…
Anhui
This great choice has tidy, though small, six-bed dorm rooms with showers. Across the alleyway a 200-year-old villa houses the double rooms. All guests…
Fujian
A little quirk goes a long way in Quanzhou’s fairly routine hotel scene, so this place is a welcome sight for independent travellers. Located at the…
Kashgar
Immortalised in William Dalrymple’s travelogue In Xanadu and located on the grounds of the former British consulate, the Chini Bagh is today an upmarket…
Shanghai Soho International Youth Hostel
Shanghai
Occupying a historic warehouse along Suzhou Creek next to a park, this spacious hostel is good value with high ceilings, painted murals on the walls and…
Harbin
Once the darling of the Russian glamour set, the Modern Hotel maintains a European aesthetic in the lobby and cafe, but the rooms are now a distinctly…
Lhasa
Even if you’re not in the market for showy five-star digs, it’s worth investing ¥10 in a cab ride out to this opulent hotel in the east of town. Occupying…
Kashgar
There are three separate blocks in this enormous hotel. The main block is ornate and features rooms decorated in traditional Uyghur style, which is…
Sanya
This is a hub of Houhai Beach's surf scene and a great place to base yourself if you’re keen to learn and make friends. The guesthouse backs on to the…
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