"Nice hotel, beautifully decoration in lobby and common areas. Rooms on the small side do Chinese standards, but good enough. Furniture for me was reaching its life limit for me, but comfortable indeed. Short on facilities (just one restaurant) and if you want to have a drink at the bar, the challenge is to find a waiter as they are the same attending the restaurant and they need to run for one end to the other. Waiters however, really nice and helpful"
"We were staying in this property last week and highly recommend this property for anyone who is looking for a 5 stars experience in Shangri-La Old Town. New modern design, the rooms are so clean, very nice stuffs, and you feel it like home. If you experience altitude sickness, oxygen will be provided in your room. Oxygen cylinders will be provided if you go outside for activities. Shopping and restaurants are near by at walking distance. It is very convenient to stay in this place, we would like to stay here again if we revisit the city in the future. Mr. Fu from Seattle"
"The room was Ok. The hotel staff had an 'I don't care' attitude since its so much in demand hotel. We are pretty sure other hotels around like Judy's Hotel etc. have good accommodations as well. This one had a very cool common terrace with mountain view for all. No breakfast or lunch was included for the high price that we paid"
"View and service were amazing. There is a bus station in front of the hotel parking from Lijiang old Town. The bus will stop at Tiger Leaping Gorge first, then ending at this hotel. We've spent a night here then took another bus direct to Shangri La the next day. "
By choosing a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and use more of your money for going out during your trip. If you're interested in cultural experiences, you can check out the temples while you're here.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many different forms, but they have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Shangri-La?
Ready to book a hostel? These ones get the best reviews from our customers and might be a good place to look first: Yi's Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a bar, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You'll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. ShangriLa Free Life Youth Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers and TVs.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Shangri-La?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 15°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 2°C. The rainiest months in Shangri-La are July, August, June and September, with each month seeing an average of 210 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Shangri-La?
Depending on your interests, you might like to explore some places near Shangri-La. Get out into nature with places such as Shudu Lake, Guishan Park and Balagezong Shangri-La Grand Canyon National Park. Cultural attractions include Diqing Museum. Visit landmarks such as Dukezong Ancient Town.
What's the best way to get to and around Shangri-La while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Shangri-La on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Gyalthang (DIG-Diqing), 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from the city centre. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport during your trip. If you're looking to explore more of the surrounding area, make your way to Shangri-La Station to catch a train.