Li An Lodge

Excellent service, very personnel. The Manager speaks perfect English which is useful

We stayed end of May 2026 in this hotel.Excellent location, at one of the highest points of the village Pingan. Therefore, a spectacular view on the rice terraces either from our room or from the terrace one floor below which is accessible for all hotel guests. We were in the “Caledone” room with a sensational view on two sides. The dinner was very good as well as the breakfast. The manager Tony was very helpful not only due to his English speaking but also due his professional support in any problems or questions. The WIFI is for Chinese standards good. There is a free transport with a car, belonging to the hotel, from the parking lot at the entrance to the village to a place close to the hotel. We liked to stay in the hotel with its charme and will go back next time we are in Pingan.

If you get the chance to visit Longji/Longsheng to hike through the amazing rice paddies, then you absolutely must stay at Li'An Lodge. The rooms are lovely, clean and quaint, and a cultural alternative to the more modern options in the larger cities. The lodge is run by Aaron who goes above and beyond to help visitors, give local recs, and speaks perfect English. He will also help you avoid any tourist traps.  Li'An lodge is also built on the highest point so you have a fabulous view, and is situated right at the starting point of the main hike in local area. The rooms give you a great view of the rice paddies and the village.  The food is simple and great, or you can eat around the town, which is very atmospheric. We came in the low season end of March, which was misty but fab and we had most of the places to ourselves.  Really can't recommend enough. If you get to Guilinxi (station) they will send a driver to get you. You can also book directly with the hotel over email with Aaron which is easy and efficient.