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1. Hilton Garden Inn Lijiang

Hilton Garden Inn Lijiang
3.5 star property
Gucheng District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (52 reviews)
"Staffs are friendly and room is good!"
Canada
Debby
The price is CA $53
CA $61 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hilton Garden Inn Lijiang
A room with a wooden floor, a large window overlooking traditional buildings, and a balcony with a view of the buildings and greenery.

2. The Ripplewood Sanctum

The Ripplewood Sanctum
3.0 star property
Dayan Old Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Great place, really cosy. Great location and awesome owner / staff. Best place we have stayed at in the last 2.5 weeks. Highly recommended"
Australia
Chris
The price is CA $68
CA $79 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
The Ripplewood Sanctum
A person standing on a balcony overlooking a traditional building with a mountainous backdrop.

3. Lijing Yunman Mushanxue lnn

Lijing Yunman Mushanxue lnn
4.0 star property
Gucheng District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Nice"
United States
Sen
The price is CA $70
CA $82 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Lijing Yunman Mushanxue lnn
A traditional building with ornate wooden doors, a balcony with plants, and red lanterns.

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

Yiyuan Snow Mountain View Historical Naxi House - Lijiang Old Town Mufu branch
3.5 star property
Dayan Old Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Roxana and her team were wonderful hosts. Their dog Miya is the star of the hotel, so friendly! The hotel has amazing location and good view of the mountains."
Japan
Juan
The price is CA $56
CA $66 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Yiyuan Snow Mountain View Historical Naxi House - Lijiang Old Town Mufu branch
A traditional wooden building with a garden featuring a pond, stone bridge, and lush greenery.

5. China Old Story Inn Lijiang Elite Garden

China Old Story Inn Lijiang Elite Garden
4.0 star property
Gucheng District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"The staff were great and very friendly. For that price you can not go wrong. The location is great as well."
Canada
Mehdi
The price is CA $31
CA $37 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
China Old Story Inn Lijiang Elite Garden
A traditional Chinese building with a river in front, stone steps, and lanterns.

6. Lijiang Hotel JunPoXuan

Lijiang Hotel JunPoXuan
4.0 star property
Dayan Old Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (127 reviews)
"Super friendly, helpful staffs. Very convenient location. Well managed historical property. Will definitely come back to this place again!"
South Korea
Dae Hyung
The price is CA $130
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Lijiang Hotel JunPoXuan
A traditional Chinese building with a sign reading "East Mountain".

7. Ancient Charm Luxe Retreat Lijiang

Ancient Charm Luxe Retreat Lijiang
3.0 star property
Dayan Old Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Good breakfast, great and attentive staff"
Singapore
Susanna Chui Ping
The price is CA $62
CA $73 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Ancient Charm Luxe Retreat Lijiang
A traditional courtyard with wooden furniture and a central fire pit, surrounded by buildings with tiled roofs.

8. InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG

InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG
5.0 star property
Dayan Old Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (177 reviews)
"beautiful hotel which was a wonderful quiet place to rest very close to the old town, but also easy to reach by car. excellent food. the staff were friendly and kind, Joy and Siven at the front desk helped me feel very comfortable here."
United States
Alan
The price is CA $231
CA $270 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG
A traditional Chinese building with ornate wooden architecture, a central entrance with a sign, and potted plants.

9. Yiyun Tingju Viewing Ancient Courtyard

Yiyun Tingju Viewing Ancient Courtyard
4.0 star property
Dayan Old Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Clean room with very comfortable bedding, great service, great location."
United States
PING
The price is CA $38
CA $44 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Yiyun Tingju Viewing Ancient Courtyard
A traditional courtyard with wooden buildings, a central garden area, and a view of the sky.

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

The Timber Courtyard - Lijiang Old Town - A Preserved Heritage Residence near Mufu Palace
3.5 star property
Dayan Old Town
The price is CA $138
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
The Timber Courtyard - Lijiang Old Town - A Preserved Heritage Residence near Mufu Palace
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Top Lijiang Hotel Reviews

InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG

InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"beautiful hotel which was a wonderful quiet place to rest very close to the old town, but also easy to reach by car. excellent food. the staff were friendly and kind, Joy and Siven at the front desk helped me feel very comfortable here."
Alan 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What should a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Lijiang?
You're likely already making plans to see the sights of historical relevance while you're staying in Lijiang. Why not appreciate the mountain landscape during your visit?
How many historical hotels are there in Lijiang?
In Lijiang, there are 388 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the must-see historical sites and other places to visit in Lijiang?
Lijiang is notable for landmarks like Black Dragon Pool, Lijiang Old Town, and Lijiang Mural. Cultural venues include Ancient Tea Horse Road Museum, The Snow Capped Mountains Rose Manor, and Mosu Folk Custom Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Hong Kong Compatriots Donate Monument and Baisha Ancient Town Square.
What is a historic hotel like in Lijiang?
By choosing a historic hotel, you can enjoy a vacation someplace that has an officially recognized national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Lijiang, giving a historical feel.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it's mainly the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Lijiang have modern facilities?
Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Lijiang, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

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