Yangshuo
One of Yangshuo's most memorable stays is this old, Chinese sugarbeet factory – complete with Cultural Revolution slogans – that's been converted into a…
Must-see hotels in Guangxi
Guangxi
At the far end of town near the river is this popular hostel with a lovely backpacker vibe. Split over two buildings, rooms are really pleasant; the south…
Guangxi
Middlesbrough-born South African designer Ian Hamlinton (nicknamed ‘Crazy One’ by the locals) has energetically and lovingly converted a cluster of Ming…
Guangxi
Offering some of the finest views you'll get in Longji is this memorable inn overlooking the spectacular Seven Stars Chase the Moon rice terrace. All…
Guilin
A former hostel, this attractive inn by the peaceful Taohua River (桃花江) has ditched the dorms to focus squarely on its boutique-style rooms. They feature…
Guangxi
What makes Tea Cozy a true winner is not the 18 traditional-style balcony rooms (though these are wonderful in themselves), but the exceptional service by…
Guangxi
One of Longji's most social hangouts is this friendly backpacker in the hilltop village of Tiantouzhai. It's a scenic spot, with each of the rooms in the…
Guangxi
This popular inn, run by friendly, English-speaking owner Michael Yang, is superbly located right by the bridge. Rooms, connected by a creaking staircase,…
Longji International Youth Hostel
Guangxi
One of the first accommodation options you find walking into Ping'an, this thoroughly pleasant, friendly and amenable hostel has decent rooms in a kind of…
Guangxi
With its contemporary designer-style furniture, hanging lamps and exposed brick, Salad Days offers a boutique alternative to Tiantouzhai's rickety inns…
Guilin
One of Guilin's most popular hostels, This Old Place has a wonderful location down a leafy street across from Baoxian Lake, and is a 10-minute walk to the…
Phoenix Pagoda Fonglou Retreat
Guangxi
The 12 rooms here have wide balconies overlooking the hills, furniture made from local materials, wi-fi and no TV. The Taiwanese owner Jerry has tips on…
Guangxi
Offering a chilled-out and less touristy alternative to Xingping is this relaxed guesthouse set in the countryside on a small, organic permaculture farm…
Guilin
The White House is decked out in all manner of period (some genuine, some perhaps not) trappings reflecting the building it's in – part of the former…
Ming Palace International Youth
Guilin
This popular and centrally located backpackers offers clean and comfortable dorms, along with beautifully decorated, spacious and bright private rooms,…
Guangxi
This cosy place in Ping'an is run by a pleasant Zhuang woman called Yanmei and her brother. Spacious tiled rooms sport sharp colour coordination, a…
Yangshuo
One for budget travellers who aren't into the whole backpacker scene is this stylish guesthouse run by the friendly, English-speaking Bella. Rooms are…
Guilin
Hidden away in a back alley of Daxu's old town is this super relaxed guesthouse within a small traditional house. Its three upstairs rooms are simple but…
Guangxi
Simply lovely rooms in a beautiful countryside setting are what's on offer at the Giggling Tree, an old 24-room farmhouse, just 7km from Yangshuo…
Yangshuo
Run by the ever-helpful Lily is this aptly named guesthouse that's the place for climbers to stay in Yangshuo. Here you'll get the lowdown on everything…
Guangxi
One of few genuine budget places out this way is this long-established hostel that's now opened a branch here in Chaoyang Village, 5km from Yangshuo…
Guangxi
By far the best budget choice in Beihai is this relaxed guesthouse at the eastern end of historic Zhuhai Lu. With its eponymous mango tree standing out…
Guangxi
Sharing space with a cafe is this attractive inn perched at the western end of the atmospheric old-town street Zhuhai Lu. Non-backpackers should not be…
Upsky Guangxi Wharton International Hotel
Nanning
Edging on to the scenic South Lake Park is this fairly dated five-star hotel, but it offers all the convenience of having an outdoor pool, a western…
Nanning
Basic and a bit grimy, so business hotel it ain't; instead, Hechang's appeal lies in its budget price, functional amenities (fast wi-fi, reliable air-con…
Guangxi
Just up from Moon Hill is this charming address featuring two blocks of 21 rooms, some with views of the mountains and the river. Tell staff if you prefer…
Guangxi
Tucked away off the main road just up from Silver Beach, and conveniently located for the ferry terminal and Overseas Town, WBS Hostel makes for a solid,…
Yangshuo
This hostel's attractiveness is highlighted by the rundown building it's in. Rooms are painted white with colourful accents and have earth-toned…
Yangshuo
Right in the thick of West St's restaurant precinct is this decent, and quite charming and comfortable, choice with wood-panelled rooms, many with balcony…
Guangxi
Towards the north of the island is this character-filled guesthouse offering both dorms and private rooms, as well as a kitchen and small outdoor gym. The…
Yangshuo
If you prefer staying downtown but want to avoid the crowds, this good-value hotel is a decent bet. The balcony rooms overlook the Li River and feature a…
Guangxi
This sweet little traditional place is buried away down an alley, and features an attractive courtyard with a leafy canopy. Some of the rooms are squashy…
Guangxi
In Ningming, 40km east of Pingxiang, is this tasteful and well-managed hotel that's conveniently located across from the bus station. Rooms are modern and…
Guangxi
With its cultured, civilised air and eight elegant rooms, Heterotopias sits inside an old courtyard complex. The owners are intellectual types and the…
C Source West Street Residence
Yangshuo
Set a bit back from heaving Xijie is this hotel in a 270-year-old-plus building that was once part of a Jiangxi Guildhall (江西会馆). Elegant, swish rooms are…
Guangxi
The best choice in town is this centrally located, modern hotel with spacious, bright and comfortable rooms. Management is friendly and helpful. Rooms are…
Guilin
If you want a good night's sleep, this behemoth of a hotel in the northern area of town is a very good choice. Rooms are massive and the best ones…
Guilin
Guangxi's first five-star hotel, the Sheraton is a bit long in the tooth, but its central positioning right by the Li River is excellent. It's now more of…
Guilin
Not as insalubrious as it sounds, rather than charging by the hour this budget hotel is professionally run and conveniently located across from the bus…
Nanning
This unconventional, and pricier than usual, 'hostel' is essentially a residential apartment fitted with bunk beds. While it caters primarily to Chinese…
