Guizhou
This hostel, tucked down an alleyway off Yingpan Donglu, has clean, basic rooms that are a bit rundown in places. Beds are softer than you might expect…
Guizhou
This hostel, tucked down an alleyway off Yingpan Donglu, has clean, basic rooms that are a bit rundown in places. Beds are softer than you might expect…
Guangxi
Perched above Dazhai village on the trail leading up to Tiantouzhai, this small guesthouse has a terrace and an owner who speaks excellent English. It’s…
Sichuan
There's a pleasing mix of Chinese and Tibetan styles in this quiet riverside hotel. Better rooms come complete with little Chinese tea-making sets…
Xishuangbanna Region
Nothing to write home about, but this chain hotel offers big rooms with modern bathrooms in a convenient central location. Some rooms smell like old…
Heilongjiang
A serviceable hostel in a local neighbourhood. The yellow-painted rooms at street level are well kept and very warm in winter. The friendly owners don't…
Hubei
The Jianguo is a large luxury hotel at the foot of Wudang Shan and set within the tourist complex. Rooms have outdoor terraces and are comfortable enough,…
Guizhou
Spacious rooms with soft mattresses and quality linen. The top-floor rooms have river views and balconies. Hallways are a little tired and there's no lift…
Guangdong
This affordable option in the upmarket Zhapo area has a gloomy lobby but big, decent rooms (it's a designated host for government officials). In July and…
Guangdong
A decent option for the price and location, if you don't mind slightly thin walls (pray for a quiet neighbour) and small TV screens. There are more than…
Chengdu
An old-school stalwart just across from the North train station, this busy conference hotel offers comfortable rooms that are ideal for people arriving…
Jiangxi
About a 10-minute climb from the southern chairlift is the welcoming, pale-blue Rìshàng, with a stupendous viewing deck and neat, renovated rooms. If it's…
Guangdong
Located in Yangjiang, this place has cheerful rooms and the regular good standard of cleanliness associated with this chain. A desk, old TV and blackout…
Liaoning
Cheap and cheerful enough for the price, this homestay is run by a quiet local family who present neat, airy rooms (extra blankets are a must outside…
Shanxi
Conveniently located across the road from the main entrance of the train station (on the left as you exit), the Jinlin has clean, quiet and comfortable…
Sichuan
Overlooking the river, this two-storey stone hotel has modern rooms and a quiet lobby with windows that open to the water. Non-Chinese-speaking guests…
Guizhou
Large beds, fastidious cleaners and friendly management put Pearls above its rivals in the midrange category. Small desks and quality bathroom products…
Yunnan
On the corner of the bus station street and the main drag, this hotel offers clean, large and modern rooms (with sit-down toilets) and has a good wi-fi…
Guizhou
A well-established four-star hotel with spacious, modern rooms that make a good base for a family or small group. Carpets and communal areas are tired,…
Guizhou
A little tired in the paint and plastering, but nonetheless a welcoming hotel with spacious rooms featuring English-language movies and strong internet…
Shanghai
It might not be the most inspiring place to stay, but the 77 simple and clean rooms ensure a good night's rest. Rooms come with generic decor, plus air…
Shandong
This new hotel is good value, with clean, bright, modern rooms going for just over ¥100 after discounts. The linen is fresh, and the beds are large and…
Sichuan
Run by a Ganzi local who happens to speak German, the rooms here are fairly faded, but nevertheless offer good value. As it's tucked down a side alley off…
Hunan
This large hotel has comfortable, smart twins and doubles and a restaurant. Turn right out of the bus station, left through the páifāng (decorative stone…
Guangxi
Two floors of small but adequate rooms connected by a creaky wooden staircase and run by friendly owners. It’s on a busy street just before you reach…
Xinjiang
Kuqa’s main tourist hotel has ageing rooms with springy beds, but is otherwise a perfectly decent place to stay. The included breakfast is surprisingly…
Tianjin
This stylish branch of the usually more budget-oriented chain hotel has comfortable, clean, business-style rooms with corner desks, and a handy location…
Yunnan
It's all a little run-down, though the best rooms do come with huge windows and spectacular mountain views. Prices are regularly discounted by up to 50%,…
Gansu
Staff are welcoming at this centrally located hotel (one of a small handful permitted to accept foreigners in Hezuo), though their English is rather…
Beijing
A Chinese-style hutong hotel with a glass roof enclosing the central courtyard, petite rooms (tiny bathrooms) and sweet staff. It's well hidden on an…
The Great Wall
Modest but comfortable enough, this guesthouse is housed in a 70-year-old courtyard building. Most of the rooms have private bathrooms, and the food is…
Sichuan
Large hotel aimed squarely at Chinese tour groups but the reasonable prices and big, warm rooms with work desks and rather over-the-top bedheads mean that…
Hubei
This quality hotel on the mountain has fabulous mountain views. Be careful you don't wind up in a room without a window, though. It’s 200m downhill from…
Beijing
An older property with dated rooms, which means you can find decent deals online. The extravagant lobby and butler service are standouts, and Silk Street…
Qinghai
The closest option to the train station, this corner hotel has clean, modern rooms and a not-bad Chinese breakfast spread. It's 300m north of the train…
Tiger Leaping Gorge
This old-school gorge guesthouse has rooms with good views and modern bathrooms that are a decent deal. Across the road, the less-attractive modern…
Shanghai
Rooms are boxy, but in excellent condition at this bright and simple chain. It has wi-fi access throughout, but the cheapest rooms don't have windows. It…
Yunnan
Decorated in a neo-Qing dynasty style, the rooms here are a nice size and some come with small terraces. The staff are friendly and offer a great English…
Guizhou
This guesthouse has clean, comfortable rooms, some decorated with local artwork. Rooms in the adjacent restaurant building have nice views of the town and…
Sichuan
If you need to stay the night in Guangyuan, this hotel has smart rooms in a convenient location. Turn right out of the train station; it’s about two…
Sichuan
Large, old-fashioned rooms with more than a few age and tobacco stains, but otherwise not too bad. The riverview rooms are a good deal at just ¥20 more…
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