Pingyao
This impeccable Qing dynasty courtyard house once belonging to a banker and is over 280 years old. As you walk up to the entrance, you'll see the original…
Must-see hotels in Shanxi
Datong
A charming hostel with themed rooms overlooking a bright communal area. Good illumination and air-conditioning, abundant USB sockets, and clean toilets…
Shanxi
Good service, a young, easy vibe, and super-comfortable rooms in Taiyuan's main commercial and business area. The rate includes a solid buffet breakfast…
Shanxi
This new guesthouse inside the centrally located Luohou Temple compound has clean rooms with new furniture and a tranquil atmosphere. You can take your…
Pingyao
Jing’s is a soothing blend of old Pingyao and modern flair that’s aimed at sophisticated, upmarket travellers. At 270 years old, the former home of a Qing…
Datong
The well-appointed rooms at this popular hotel feature down quilts, carved rosewood bed frames and excellent bathrooms. There's an attractive atrium with…
City Wall Old House Ji Residence
Pingyao
The rooms at this converted courtyard house are quite small, as are the bathrooms, which double up as showers, and the water heaters. On the plus side, it…
Pingyao
Tucked away down a quiet alleyway, the 42 rooms in these lovingly preserved 300-year-old Qing courtyards are cosy and the atmosphere is charming,…
Shanxi
This new hotel stands out from the rest on this street with its young, design-oriented vibe and attentive service. The rooms are not very big but are…
Pingyao
This old house has a pleasant mix of faux vintage and actual vintage features, courtyards and rooms with kàng (raised platform) beds. The dark-walled…
Shanxi
This dapper, efficient five-star hotel has fine rooms and facilities, including a gym and spa. Its marble lobby is a vast atrium-lit space slung between…
Datong
This hostel in a huge tower block puts dorm beds and comfortable double rooms within an easy stroll of the train station, while numerous buses trundle…
Pingyao
With two locations virtually next door to each other, head to the one closest to the Listen to the Rain Pavilion for decent doubles with kàng (raised…
Shanxi
Located on the riverfront road 330m from Xiángyuánlóng Kèzhàn, this distinctive, friendly, 180-year-old (the Red Army used it as a base during WWII) place…
Datong
Set within an attractive period courtyard, this laid-back hostel is strewn with communal couches and offers cluttered dorms (including some unusual dorm …
Shanxi
One of several courtyard hotels overlooking the Yellow River, Xiángyuánlóng offers cave dwelling–type rooms as well as modern ones – all quite spacious…
Datong
This classic place opposite the train station has comfortable rooms, drinkable tap water, fully equipped shower rooms with regularly restocked toiletries,…
Shanxi
A dark impersonal lobby belies compact, comfortable rooms with a good desk, fridge and multiple USB charging outlets. The staff are well-trained and…
Shanxi
This central branch of an efficient chain has lovely rooms: clean, bright and spacious enough, with very clean showers fully stocked with all you might…
Shanxi
The owners of this vegetarian restaurant also run a tight set of rooms on the 2nd floor of the rear compound. Expect clean red-carpeted rooms, immaculate…
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…
Shanxi
Located just off Wenchang Dongjie (文昌东街), this smart business hotel has clean rooms and decent service. Discounts of 50% are usually available.
