5-Star Hotels in Yangshuo

Staying at the Xi Shi Jin She Hotel was an incredibly healing experience amidst the beautiful landscapes of Yangshuo. The hotel is located right by the Yulong River, and with the panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, you're greeted by stunning karst peaks, with bamboo rafts slowly gliding by on the river – it feels like living inside a traditional Chinese ink painting. The room was clean and tidy, the toiletries were of excellent quality, and the facilities were exquisite and comprehensive. The butler service was attentive and thoughtful, and the authentic Guilin rice noodles for breakfast were fresh and delicious. The rooftop infinity pool offered amazing photo opportunities. It's also super convenient for visiting the Ten-Mile Gallery. This is definitely my top choice for a stay in Yangshuo, a perfect experience!

Having explored a bit, 'Poetry and the Faraway Place' (遇龙河边诗与远方) seems to be the largest hotel along the Yulong River. The rooms are spacious, and each one comes with a bathtub. We stayed for two nights and saw staff cleaning the bottom of the swimming pool every morning. The view from the 6th-floor restaurant is beautiful; we enjoyed lingering over breakfast and chatting – it was very pleasant. The staff were also very friendly. Our vacation experience was absolutely perfect.

This stay truly exceeded my expectations; it was comfortable throughout! Check-in at the front desk was quick, and the staff were gentle and patient, always promptly answering any questions. They even proactively helped organize itineraries and routes for places I wanted to visit. The room was clean and tidy, with no strange odors. The bedding was comfortable, ensuring a very sound sleep. The bathroom had strong water pressure and quick hot water, and the toiletries were complete and effective. The hotel as a whole was quiet and peaceful, with good soundproofing, allowing for excellent rest. The decor was simple yet elegant, and the public areas were clean and tidy. The location was also convenient, making travel and dining very easy. Housekeeping service was thorough, with great attention to detail – nothing felt rushed or neglected. The late-night snacks and breakfast were delicious too! The deer and horses were incredibly cute, and the hotel was super photogenic everywhere you looked, producing stunning photos straight from the camera. And the view from the window? Absolutely breathtaking!

Everyone at the hotel was so helpful before and during the trip. They answered all of my many questions very quickly. Sunny, Seven and all the staff at the hotel were excellent - I wish I had all of their names to thank them. We had the room with the pool which was a perfect way to cool down after hot days. All the amenities were excellent including the shuttle. It was a welcome surprise to meet and play with the resident kitties - a highlight! Of course I need to mention the landscape and the hotel’s unobstructed floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows - such a plus to not have anything blocking the incredible views. The hotel also offers complimentary travel photography sessions; trying on Miao ethnic attire and the direction from the excellent photographer made for stunning photos. This trip to Yangshuo was truly delightful.

We spent a few days in Yangshuo with our kids, and choosing Yu Yuan Jing She (遇源景舍) was an excellent decision. The hotel's location is perfect, right near the Yulong River, making it super convenient to get to places like the Ten-Mile Gallery, West Street, and Ruyi Peak without having to rush around every day. The kids absolutely loved the hotel activities – watching the cormorant fishing show in the morning, craft-making in the afternoon, and feeding animals at the pet park. The free cotton candy was a delightful surprise too! The room was very spacious, ideal for a family, and with the window open, you get stunning views of the Yangshuo landscape – it was incredibly relaxing just to sit and enjoy the scenery from the room. We'll definitely choose this place again when we bring my parents and the kids back to Yangshuo.

Hidden away in the mountains, Muye Hotel offers a peaceful and relaxing environment, far from the hustle and bustle of the city. The rooms are clean and tidy with simple yet elegant decor, and the bedding ensures a very comfortable sleep. The front desk staff are warm and attentive, responding quickly to any requests. The views from the windows are expansive and perfect for taking great photos. Overall, it's excellent value for money. It's a very comfortable place for a relaxing holiday, and definitely worth another visit!

This hotel is perfect for family trips and just chilling out – the experience was fantastic! The hotel environment far exceeded our expectations, tucked away in the mountains. Every photo we took felt like a professional shot. There's an infinity pool, forest hot springs, and so many scenic spots on the hillside, we couldn't stop taking pictures all day. The room was spacious and clean, making for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The staff were very friendly and responsive. The breakfast was delicious, and during leisure time, we could enjoy tea and mountain views, far from the crowds. It's a top choice for a relaxing getaway with friends. Highly recommended!

Nestled in the mountains, this hotel boasts a clean and airy design with a pure white, Instagrammable aesthetic. The floor-to-ceiling windows perfectly frame the entire peak forest, while the pool and sky mirror provide fantastic photo opportunities for creating atmospheric shots. It's also exceptionally family-friendly. Just a few steps away is the Sanshuo Jisu hotel, which offers a quiet and elegant French retro style. A stroll along the rooftop walkway brings the refreshing mountain breeze, carrying the scent of grass and trees. Located amidst the mountains and rivers, there's no need to rush to tourist attractions. You can simply relax on the terrace, sipping tea and gazing at the clouds as they roll over the peaks. It's a place to escape the hustle and bustle, to find a relaxed and carefree Yangshuo experience in the heart of nature.

We stayed at this hotel from August 12–17, 2026. It was the best hotel of our entire trip. 1. Location: The hotel is a 30‑minute walk from West Street. However, from 3:30 PM to 11:30 PM, a free shuttle bus runs between the hotel and West Street in both directions – very convenient! The area around the hotel isn't very touristy – there aren't many cafés or shops nearby, so for everything we had to go to West Street. 2. Hotel grounds: The crown jewel of the hotel is certainly its huge swimming pool surrounded by mountains. We had an absolutely unforgettable time swimming in the pool with that view. Unlike most Chinese hotels, the pool is deep (up to 1.7 m) and very large – even with many guests around, nobody got in anyone's way, and we could swim freely. A small downside is that there aren't many chairs or benches around the pool to put your things on, but we always found a spot. Besides the pool, the grounds include a lake (unfortunately the fountains weren't working), a tennis court, and a small walking area with swings. As a suggestion to the hotel: we missed evening lighting. It would be wonderful if the trees, the lake, or the mountains were illuminated, so that after sunset we could take an evening stroll. 3. Service: Deserves the highest praise! The day before our arrival, the manager contacted me on WeChat. When booking the room, I had left a request for a quiet room with a nice view. Since we had a room for three people, all such rooms faced the street and had no balcony. The manager took my request into account and gave us a free upgrade to a room with a balcony (with a stunning mountain view) and added a third bed. The manager, Xiuxiu, is absolutely incredible – she made our stay truly comfortable and took care of us throughout our entire visit. First, she spoke excellent English. Second, she was always available on WeChat and answered all our questions. Third, when we were checking out, my mum left her pendant in the pocket of the bathrobe and was very upset. I wrote to the hotel on WeChat asking them to look for it. Not only was the pendant found, but they also arranged express delivery to my Chinese friend on the very same day. That is professionalism at its best – thank you! Other requests during our stay were also handled promptly, such as changing the bathrobes to ones we preferred or bringing a third set of tableware. We also bought tickets for the Impression Liu Sanjie show at the reception. It was very convenient and cheaper than buying through the show's official WeChat account. The hotel offers many amenities: water, juice, and candies in the lobby, plenty of lounge areas, a shop, a free laundry room, and a gym. Breakfast at the hotel was very convenient. For European tastes, it wasn't extremely varied, but there was enough to choose from. It would be great if the café remained open during the day as well (for an extra charge). 4. Room: As I mentioned, we were upgraded to a room with a balcony. It was very quiet and the view was breathtaking. The room itself was large, with big, comfortable beds. There was a split‑system air conditioner (not a standard wall unit), but it was surprisingly tricky to adjust despite its seemingly simple controls – sometimes it would cool the room too much, and sometimes even when set to 23°C, the temperature would keep rising to 26°C, and so on. A slight inconvenience: the shower is right in the room (as in many Chinese hotels), and there's nowhere to hang a towel without it getting wet. But this wasn't a major issue. The room was cleaned daily: fresh water, tea bags, various kinds of coffee, towel changes, floor mopping! Upon check‑in, we were also greeted with a welcome fruit platter and even some instant noodles (which came in very handy after our journey). The room had a refrigerator and even a dish steriliser. It was quiet inside – we couldn't hear the neighbours, and there was no smell of cigarette smoke.

Finally, I got to stay in my dream river-view room in Yangshuo! 🏨 This 270° river-view room with a balcony bathtub is picture-perfect; every shot looks like a masterpiece, offering exclusive romantic views of the Li River. The location is a huge plus, making getting around super easy! It's a 5-minute walk to Guanlian Pier and just 10 minutes to Yangshuo West Street. It's also convenient to rent electric scooters nearby, and for those driving, there's a free parking lot and charging stations. The massive balcony directly faces the Li River, offering panoramic views of the mountains and water, creating an instant luxurious ambiance. The hotel boasts a popular infinity pool and a 'Sky Mirror' that's great for photos, plus a fully equipped gym and a children's play area, making it suitable for both couples and families. The breakfast and dinner experience was excellent. There's a rich selection of both Chinese and Western breakfast options, and upon check-in, we received a complimentary exquisite double welcome afternoon tea, which was both beautiful and delicious. 📍 Shixi Tianyue Riverview Hotel (Yangshuo West Street Li River Branch)