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A room with a large window overlooking a body of water and mountains. There is a chair and a table with a candle and a plate of food.

A room with a large window overlooking the sea, a wicker chair, a small table with a vase, and a cozy seating area with cushions.

1. Dali Pure-Soul Seaview Resort Hotel

Dali

Ling min

CA $155

CA $180 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A room with a large arched window, a bathtub, a chair, a small table with a bowl, and a potted plant.

A room with a large arched window, a potted plant, striped bean bags, and a view of a body of water and mountains.

A room with a bathtub, a chair, a table with fruits, and a view of a body of water.

A room with a large window, a painting, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.

2. Dali Azure Hillside Boutique Resort- Wenbi Village - Gourmet Dining & Cocktail Lounge & Complimentary Airport Pick-up for 2 Nights

Dali

CA $119

CA $139 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A bedroom with a large window, a round mirror, and a bed with white linens.

A modern living room with a wooden bar, a white sofa, and a large window.

A traditional building with a wooden door, a tiled entrance, and a small tree inside.

A traditional building with a tiled roof, a bed with pillows, and a nightstand with a lamp.

3. Dali City Shijing Boutique Homestay

Dali Ancient Town

Jasmine

CA $96

CA $112 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A room with a large window, a stone table, two chairs, and a view of a cityscape.

A traditional multi-story building with balconies, a courtyard, and a pagoda in the background.

A serene outdoor area with a reflective water surface, trees, and a distant pagoda-like structure.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a view of the sunset, and a large window.

4. The Windyard Kazan Onsen Hotel-Private Hot Spring Bathtub close to South Gate of Dali Ancient Town

Dali

Jing

CA $66

CA $77 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a chandelier.

A spacious bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a sofa and coffee table, and a view of the outdoors.

A large, modern house with multiple levels and large windows, surrounded by a mountainous landscape.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Clouds Villa

Dali

CA $119

CA $139 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A bedroom with a large window, a round bathtub, and a bed with pillows.

A chair and a table by a window with a view of the sea and mountains.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a framed picture, and a view of the sea through a balcony.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

6. Anye Seaview Hotel Dali

Dali

CA $72

CA $85 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A spacious indoor area with multiple levels, wooden railings, and abundant greenery.

A spacious atrium with a high ceiling, multiple balconies with greenery, a central seating area with tables and chairs, and a staircase leading to the upper levels.

A spacious indoor courtyard with wooden railings, seating areas, and abundant greenery.

A spacious indoor area with a wooden bench, a sofa, and a variety of plants. There are wooden doors and a balcony with a railing.

7. Dali Yanyuan Mountain Retreat（大理晏清山居客栈)

Dali

Torsa

CA $56

CA $65 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A man sitting on a balcony overlooking a body of water, with chairs and candles.

A person sitting by a circular window overlooking a body of water and mountains.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, two chairs, a nightstand, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A modern hotel room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a large window offering a scenic view of the landscape.

8. Dali Kongshanyu Fengmian Seaview Hotel

Dali

Chia-Hsing

CA $223

CA $260 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A resort with multiple buildings, a central pool area, and a view of the city and mountains in the background.

A spacious room with a large glass wall offering a city view, a wooden ceiling, and a patterned rug.

A spacious indoor area with high ceilings and large windows offering a view of the sea and mountains.

A woman standing in a water feature with wooden structures and boats.

9. Hilton Dali Resort & Spa

Dali

John

CA $122

CA $142 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A modern building with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and a well-lit interior.

A rooftop terrace with a seating area, a grill, and a view of the mountains.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a small bedside table, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted TV.

An entrance with a wooden door, a stone pathway, and a seating area with stools.

10. Mountain Resort Hotel

Dali

"日本人です。夫婦で1泊利用させていただきました。早めに到着しましたが、早めに部屋を使わせていただけました。朝ごはんも中国らしさを感じられるもので、とてもおいしかったです。アフタヌーンティーも美味しかったです。高鉄駅や古城からは少し距離があるので、事前にタクシーの予約などを済ませておくと良いと思います。看板猫がいます！"

MAYA

CA $109

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A pool with a view of the sea and mountains, surrounded by glass walls.

A hotel with multiple floors, a waterfront view, and a reflection in the water.

A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of the sea and mountains.

A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a calm body of water and distant mountains.

11. Hotel Indigo Dali Erhai by IHG

Xiaguan

Yuan

CA $170

CA $199 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a view of a coastal landscape with mountains.

A building with a sign in a foreign language, a mountain in the background, and a bamboo fence.

A restaurant with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and large windows. Tables and chairs are arranged for dining.

A garden with potted plants, a play area, and a tent.

12. dalishanhaixijingminsu

Dali

CA $117

CA $137 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A hotel room with a bed, a glass table with a teapot and cups, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A modern interior with large glass windows, wooden furniture, and ambient lighting.

A modern room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a bridge, a sofa, a small table, and a bench.

A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a body of water, surrounded by greenery and traditional architecture.

13. Qing Pu Villa

Dali

"We had a very restful stay at Qing Pu Villa. it is in a beautiful corner of Jingsuo island. The team took care of us very well, led by Lysand. Food was superb and the rooms are beautifully furnished with adequate facilities for the cold. Ly Sand is warm and friendly, even carrying our 2 month old baby who was fussy while we enjoyed our meals. The staff dried out our shoes with a warmer before we left and they were delightful to wear ! This is a hidden gem!"

Imran

CA $218

CA $254 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A rooftop infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean and mountains in the distance.

A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a city and mountain view.

A terrace with a table and chairs, overlooking a calm lake and distant mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large balcony, a view of the sea, and a wooden interior.

14. Yunnan Hills&Harmony Retreat Dali Erhai

Dali

CA $246

CA $287 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A modern infinity pool with a clear view of mountains and a cityscape in the background.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a chair, and a view of the sea.

A modern interior with a dining area, a staircase, and a large window overlooking a pool and tropical landscape.

A modern multi-story hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a balcony with a white railing.

15. YS Seaview Hotel

Dali

CA $168

CA $196 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains.

A balcony with two wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a calm sea with birds flying.

A room with a view of the sea, a hanging chair, and a potted plant.

A serene outdoor pool area with a sunset view, surrounded by lush greenery and a misty atmosphere.

16. Dali Nest Secret Garden Lake View Inn

Dali

Elvi

CA $76

CA $88 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a large bed, a wooden desk, and a large window.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a wooden floor, and a large window.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a vase of flowers, and a glass display case with various desserts.

A modern building with a traditional tiled roof, stone facade, and a wooden archway.

17. Leisure Courtyard Seascape Designer Hotel-Free one-way airport transport for check in three consecutive nights

Caicun

CA $81

CA $95 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A bedroom with a large window, a desk, two ottomans, and a bed.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A modern building with a flat roof, a covered outdoor seating area, and a view of the sea and mountains in the background.

A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and mountains.

18. Dali Haohai Yueju Seascape Guest House

Caicun

CA $51

CA $60 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair. There is a balcony with a view of the sea.

A traditional-style room with a view of the water, featuring a wooden platform with cushions and a small wooden box.

A room with a view of a body of water, white curtains, a woven hanging light fixture, a wooden side table, and a woven ottoman.

A hotel room with two beds, a large abstract painting on the wall, a glass door leading to a balcony, and a small kitchenette area.

19. Dali Fish Inn Seaview Hotel

Dali

CA $66

CA $77 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A spacious hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table with food, a TV, and a view of the pool and outside.

A luxurious resort with multiple swimming pools, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit patio.

A modern two-story building with a stone facade, large windows, and a balcony.

A luxurious living room with a curved sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace. There are shelves with decorative items and a large plant.

20. Dali Sea Coconut Muxin Yeelen Villa

Dali

Xianghui

CA $120

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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A lake with trees and a mountain in the background.

Erhai Lake

9.4/10 (9 reviews)

Visit the “ear-shaped” lake on the edge of Dali to find waterfront parklands, tiny islands and fishermen who practice traditional fishing methods.

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A traditional pavilion with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by trees and two tall pagodas in the background.

Three Pagodas

8.8/10 (6 reviews)

Three Pagodas is just one of the places to see in Dali City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its temples.

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South Gate

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

Find out about the history of Dali City when you spend time at South Gate. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

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Dali Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can study the exhibits at Dali Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Dali City. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

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Jinsuo Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Jinsuo Island during your travels in Dali City. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

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Dali Wenxian Road

Enjoy an outing to Dali Wenxian Road during your stay in Dali City. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

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Nanzhao Folk Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nanzhao Folk Island during your travels in Dali City. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

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Butterfly Spring Park

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Butterfly Spring Park, a lovely green space in Dali City. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

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Learn more about Dali City

Wander ancient cobblestone streets in Dali Old Town where local Bai artisans sell indigo-dyed fabrics and silver jewellery. Hike up Cangshan Mountain for spectacular views of Erhai Lake, then sample Yunnan's famous 'crossing the bridge' noodles at family-run restaurants.

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Top Dali City Hotel Reviews

The Windyard Kazan Onsen Hotel-Private Hot Spring Bathtub close to South Gate of Dali Ancient Town

10/10 Excellent

"The staff are so kind and helpful. They have excellent pick up service. The location is quiet, and away from the main streets, yet walking distance to the ancient town, which is very busy and commercial. Rooms are spacious and great view on the roof terrace"

SIXI GOLDEN SUNRISE SOUND SLEEP HOTEL

8/10 Good

"The hotel was very clean and the gentleman working behind the front desk was very friendly and tried his very best to help with questions we had about traveling around Dali. The hotel is right in the middle of Dali Ancient City, so if that's what you want the location is excellent. It's a bit of a ride to the train station, but Didi's are very affordable. The hotel is very hard to find and the translation for the name of the hotel from English to Mandarin doesn't give the right name of the hotel. It took us awhile to find the hotel and even our DiDi driver from the airport didn't know the name of the hotel, somehow we found it. It's a small boutique hotel with clean rooms, comfortable bed, and breakfast made to order. Overall it was a good stay for the price."

Hilton Dali Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and good service"

Wenshuo Hotel

8/10 Good

"The hotel is well located, right at the hart of historical Dali. The building has a nice design, with contemporary Chinese architecture. However, the rooms were not very functional. Overall, I had a positive experience although I'm not sure I'd recommend it."

Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn

8/10 Good

"A wonderful experience. Very helpful staff."

Love of Flowers Dali Villa

8/10 Good

"Location is good"

Dali Taoxi Secret Manor

8/10 Good

"Good breakfast, the view in the breakfast area is amazing, decent dining experience. Would be super helpful if there are laundry room and fitness room. The environment outside the hotel is chaotic and not clean. Our driver Mr. Yong Zhao is very professional and nice!!!"

Dali Yanyuan Mountain Retreat（大理晏清山居客栈)

10/10 Excellent

"Location is great, service is also great than I have ever met."

More cheap stays in Dali City

Potala Hot Spring Resort Dali

Xiashankou, Yousuo Town, Eryuan County. Dali Yunnan Province

CA $59

CA $69 total

Oct 3 - Oct 4

includes taxes & fees

Hawthorn by Wyndham Dali Erhai Park

19 YUNLING AVENUE Dali

CA $63

CA $73 total

Sep 17 - Sep 18

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)

Coastal Clouds Lake View Inn

Village Group 5, Cai Village Villagers Committee Dali City Yunnan

CA $77

CA $77 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

includes taxes & fees

Dali Ancient City Ped Mall Meishu B & B

No. 16, Honglongjing, Dali Town Dali Yunnan

CA $86

CA $100 total

Sep 8 - Sep 9

includes taxes & fees

Four Points by Sheraton Dali, Erhai

Building 1 Construction Investment. Dali Yunnan

CA $127

CA $148 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

includes taxes & fees

Days Hotel by Wyndham Dali High-speed Railway Station

Xiangyun Road Dali Yunnan

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Dali Town?

The best area to stay in Dali Town is within the ancient city walls, particularly around Fuxing Road and Renmin Road, for a convenient and culturally rich experience.This central area is the heart of Dali and is superb for visitors who want to be close to everything. It's easily walkable, with traditional architecture, bustling markets, and a wide array of local eateries and craft shops. Fuxing Road is the main thoroughfare, stretching from the South Gate to the North Gate, while Renmin Road is known for its more relaxed atmosphere and independent boutiques.Couples looking for a romantic getaway will find the ancient city particularly appealing. The narrow, stone-paved streets, traditional courtyards, and numerous tea houses offer a charming setting for leisurely strolls and intimate dinners. You're also just a short distance from the dramatic Cangshan Mountains, visible from many parts of the town.For visitors interested in history and local culture, staying within the ancient city walls provides unparalleled access to temples, museums, and traditional performances.

When is the best time to go to Dali Town?

The best time to visit Dali Town is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when the weather is most pleasant.During these periods, you'll experience mild temperatures and less rain, making it ideal for exploring the ancient town and its surroundings. Spring brings blooming flowers, especially around Erhai Lake, while autumn offers clear skies and comfortable conditions for hiking the Cangshan Mountains.For those who enjoy outdoor activities and sightseeing without the intense summer heat or winter chill, these seasons provide the superb balance.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Dali City.

How much is the nightly rate at a Dali City hotel?

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Our top choices for Dali City hotels

1. Dali Pure-Soul Seaview Resort Hotel

2. Dali Azure Hillside Boutique Resort- Wenbi Village - Gourmet Dining & Cocktail Lounge & Complimentary Airport Pick-up for 2 Nights

3. Dali City Shijing Boutique Homestay

4. The Windyard Kazan Onsen Hotel-Private Hot Spring Bathtub close to South Gate of Dali Ancient Town

5. Clouds Villa

6. Anye Seaview Hotel Dali

7. Dali Yanyuan Mountain Retreat（大理晏清山居客栈)

8. Dali Kongshanyu Fengmian Seaview Hotel

9. Hilton Dali Resort & Spa

10. Mountain Resort Hotel

11. Hotel Indigo Dali Erhai by IHG

12. dalishanhaixijingminsu

13. Qing Pu Villa

14. Yunnan Hills&Harmony Retreat Dali Erhai

15. YS Seaview Hotel

16. Dali Nest Secret Garden Lake View Inn

17. Leisure Courtyard Seascape Designer Hotel-Free one-way airport transport for check in three consecutive nights

18. Dali Haohai Yueju Seascape Guest House

19. Dali Fish Inn Seaview Hotel

20. Dali Sea Coconut Muxin Yeelen Villa

Stay near popular Dali City attractions

Erhai Lake

Three Pagodas

South Gate

Dali Museum

Jinsuo Island

Dali Wenxian Road

Nanzhao Folk Island

Butterfly Spring Park

Learn more about Dali City

Top Dali City Hotel Reviews

The Windyard Kazan Onsen Hotel-Private Hot Spring Bathtub close to South Gate of Dali Ancient Town

SIXI GOLDEN SUNRISE SOUND SLEEP HOTEL

Hilton Dali Resort & Spa

Wenshuo Hotel

Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn

Love of Flowers Dali Villa

Dali Taoxi Secret Manor

Dali Yanyuan Mountain Retreat（大理晏清山居客栈)

More cheap stays in Dali City

Potala Hot Spring Resort Dali

Hawthorn by Wyndham Dali Erhai Park

Coastal Clouds Lake View Inn

Dali Ancient City Ped Mall Meishu B & B

Four Points by Sheraton Dali, Erhai

Days Hotel by Wyndham Dali High-speed Railway Station

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