Pingyao Ancient City Weishusheng Folk Inn

Pros: The guesthouse is relatively quiet, not facing a noisy street, and although the windows are made of wood, the sound insulation is quite good. I stayed during the summer, and the air conditioning was fine, but the walls aren't insulated, so I'm not sure if it gets cold in winter. If you book in advance, the price is quite affordable, around 100 RMB. Cons: I understand the room is a bit small, as it's a guesthouse converted from an old house. However, the facilities are extremely basic. For example, there are no tissues, no trash can in the bedroom, and no hairdryer in the bathroom. The cleanliness also wasn't great; there were several hairs on the duvet when I checked in, indicating it hadn't been cleaned properly. The bathroom isn't large, there's no wet/dry separation, and the shower is very close to the toilet. You can imagine the water splashing everywhere after a shower, which was quite inconvenient.

Traveling during the off-season was great! Plenty of rooms available, and the owner was very welcoming. The location is perfect, right on South Street in the old town – central but quiet, and close to all the attractions. It's a charming two-story courtyard with an antique feel. There's complimentary bottled water in the courtyard, a water dispenser, and even a tabby cat that looks grumpy but is actually quite curious and affectionate.