Quick summary
💰 Luxury: $100+ per night
👍 Mid-Range: $30-$100 per night
🏠 Budget: Under $30 per night
🌟 Our Top Pick: MEILIE翎酒店
📍 Best Area: Bell/Drum Tower Area
⭐ Best Value: Yunheyebo Hotel (South Gate of Bell and Drum Tower)
👨👩👧👦 Family Pick: Xi 'an Zhonglou Orange Crystal Hotel
📷 Best Instagrammable: W XI'AN
Top Recommendation
My top recommendation for Chengdu is to stay near Bell Tower or Drum Tower - easy access to excellent street food options in the Muslim Quarter and good metro connections to main attractions.
I recommend staying in MEILIE翎酒店 - stunning rooms in excellent location.
Families will enjoy themed family rooms in Xi 'an Zhonglou Orange Crystal Hotel.
General tips on picking hotels when traveling
My rule of thumb when traveling, especially in China, is that you should stay relatively central, close to a metro station, walkable to some street food locations.
Trust me, being where things are happening sets your mood up right and saves you precious time you would otherwise spend trying to get places.
Best Areas to Stay in Xi'an
City Center (Near Bell Tower & Drum Tower)
Staying in the heart of Xi'an places you within walking distance of major attractions like the Bell Tower, Drum Tower, and the vibrant Muslim Quarter. This area is well-connected by public transport, making it convenient for sightseeing.
Qujiang New District
Home to attractions like the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and Tang Paradise, this area offers a blend of cultural sites and modern entertainment. It's a bit more tranquil compared to the bustling city center.
Yanta District
This district is known for its modern infrastructure and is home to several universities and research institutions - still very central but with more modern amenities. It's ideal for those on business trips or longer stays.
Essential China Hotel Booking Tips
Before booking your Chengdu hotel:
- Passport required: All hotels require your passport for registration with local authorities
- Deposits standard: Many hotels require deposit, can be taken off the credit card
- Booking timeline: Reserve 3-4 weeks ahead for peak seasons during summer holiday and major Chinese festivals
- Language considerations: International hotels have English speaking staff ready to help with any question you might have. It is very common to communicate with hotel staff over WeChat using their autotranslate functionality
- Local apps: You can use WeChat/AliPay for smaller amounts, but international cards are widely accepted in hotels
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