Hotel near inside Pingyao old city,Pingyao77.4% of visitors choose this area
GGuest User2025.11.27
I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel in Pingyao. The location, right inside the old city walls, was perfect for exploring the ancient town on foot and it was very quiet in the evening, ideal for relaxing after a day of sightseeing. The bed was comfortable, the room was clean and nicely heated, which was especially important given the cold temperatures outside. A special mention goes to the owner and his wife for the excellent pick-up service from the train station, which made my arrival smooth and stress-free.
Hotel near inside Pingyao old city,Pingyao77.4% of visitors choose this area
PPariKisu2025.10.16
Absolutely amazing stay! This hotel was a dream — beautifully decorated, spotless clean, and in a perfect location right in the heart of Pingyao. The owners were incredibly kind and helpful, always available when needed. Truly the best hotel in Pingyao — I would come back anytime!
Hotels in Yanhu District,Yuncheng1.8% of visitors choose this area
CChangyousifang2025.09.22
This is a great hotel, and most importantly, it's right across from the airport, perfect for a layover. We happened to arrive during the rain, and the hotel was very accommodating, arranging both airport pick-up and drop-off. If you were to walk, it's not far at all, about ten minutes. However, if you have a lot of luggage, walking might be a bit inconvenient. The hotel's hygiene is good, and the breakfast is also quite nice (the Yuncheng Braised Chicken was delicious). If you have an early flight, you can eat ten minutes earlier and still make it on time. Note: Due to the rain, I didn't get any photos showing the hotel's proximity to the airport.
Hotel near Ancient City Tourist Cultural Area,Datong88.5% of visitors choose this area
GGuest User2025.09.12
A very pleasant stay at the Pipa Old Inn. A very historical building, though the place is equipped with all necessary modern amenities save for an elevator. Fortunately the staff very helpful assisted us with lugging up our heavy luggage to our room on the 3rd floor. Very beautifully decorated and strategically located in the heart of Datong Ancient City. Very pleasant and helpful staff who helped us plan and arrange our trips around Datong though sadly, they weren't very proficient in English (but that's common in China). Free breakfast was included in our stay and there was a decent spread though the menu didn't change much over our stay there save for one or two vegetable dishes being rotated. Overall definitely worth a return trip and stay in Datong Ancient City.
Hotel near inside Pingyao old city,Pingyao77.4% of visitors choose this area
GGuest User2025.10.15
The stay was amazing!! The service impecable, location superb and lovely room!
The Inn is located on a very central road close to the gate to the ancient city. Even though its very central, the rooms are in a back garden so its very peacefull and quiet.
The room was spacious, clean and the bed very comfortable! They even have a small terrace with view of the skyline!
But the best part was the service! The person working at the teception supported us with anything we asked, it felt like a piece of authentic chinese hospitality!
I can only recommend this beautiful Inn to anyone visiting Pingyao!
Hotel near Ancient City Tourist Cultural Area,Datong88.5% of visitors choose this area
LLeire SD2025.11.05
All amazing: the facilities, the hotel, the location, the breakfast... but if you have to put a downside on it, it would be the size of the room. My partner and I were carrying suitcases and there wasn't much room to leave them. In the room (at least the one we were in) only a large suitcase would enter well, but considering that it was a room for a couple and they usually carry 2 suitcases, it was really narrow. Point to keep in mind is that there is no elevator, so you'll have to carry your bags by hand to the room. The people who worked at the hotel were very friendly and helped us both to get them up and down. Hotel 100% recommended
Hotel near Ancient City Tourist Cultural Area,Datong88.5% of visitors choose this area
GGuest User2025.12.09
Fantastic lodging. Best value I have had in dozens of stays. Clean, classy and large room with huge window to the main streets. Nice little hip cafe in the same hallway on the same floor. Nice bathroom, great bed.
The location is also fine, even though it is a kilometer or so to the city walls. The naming Old town guesthouse isn’t much correct, but it doesn’t matter for the overall impression of this hotel.
Hotel near Ancient City Tourist Cultural Area,Datong88.5% of visitors choose this area
LLiubaiyan2025.11.17
Traveling to Datong during the off-season was such a great idea! Can you believe I booked this room for just 98 yuan? This Yanda Hotel is incredibly good value for money. It's located near the ancient city, making it really convenient to get around. The front desk staff even gave us a free upgrade from our original family room. The mattress was so soft and comfortable, I slept wonderfully. I'll definitely stay here again next time I visit Datong.
We enjoyed our stay at Mercury hotel and were particularly impressed by how friendly and accommodating the entire hotel staff was. The hotel breakfast buffet was undoubtedly the highlight. There was a great selection of hot and cold items to choose from. The food was freshly prepared and delicious. It was the perfect way to start our day.
Hotel near Ancient City Tourist Cultural Area,Datong88.5% of visitors choose this area
GGuest User2026.02.19
The twin room features 1.35m beds, making it a top choice for families with older children. I really appreciate this classic five-star hotel; the environment, service, and facilities are all impeccable. The hotel has a large parking lot and is close to the ancient city. The breakfast selection is quite extensive, and they even offer late-night snacks! Coming back after a night out, you can grab some milk, congee, small pastries, or side dishes to refuel, which is a really thoughtful touch. On the day we checked in, we also received two complimentary bathhouse tickets. My only minor quibble is about the welcome fruit. I saw in other reviews that it's usually provided, but we didn't receive it on check-in day or the next. When I called the front desk that evening, it took quite a while for a staff member to bring it. It's not that I'm particularly keen on the fruit, but I was just a bit confused by the process. Isn't welcome fruit supposed to be given to every room upon check-in?
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9.8/10
Perfect
GGuest UserThis hotel combines the convenience of modern high tech with the spiritual beauty of traditional culture. The rooms themselves are constructed around courtyards that give a sense of what life might have been like in Datong many centuries ago. In the lobby and in the rooms, murals decorate the walls with elegant designs of birds or flowers. The cabinets, bench, and floors made of wood and the countertops made of marble work together well and draw on design choices that are classicly, universally appealing. At the same time, the entire room is wired with the amenties of modernity. The toilet has a seat warmer and a light that turns on when you lift the lid so that you can find it in the middle of the night. Similarly, there seem to be motion-sensitive lights throughout the room that light up when you walk in the middle of the night so that you can find your way around. The water in the shower and the bathtub is able to get very hot (which I love!) and has high pressure. There is also a top-of-the-line hair dryer. It's the perfect blend of high tech and traditional amenities! If I have one complaint it's that the room was so hot that I had to open my window to let in the freezing air, and still the room was hot! That shows how effective the heating system is!
The serivce at the hotel is also extraordinary! All the members of hotel reception are very friendly. And they send someone to your room shortly after you settle in to give you a platter of fruit, which was fresh and seasonal and artistically chosen it seems. They also have 24 hours service in case you need anything. My friend went into the lobby early in the morning shouting about coffee, and the staff came out quickly to make him a cup.
The hotel is also very clean. The blankets, the pillows, and the sheets are as white as snow. The floors are free of dust and dirt and smudges. Everything in the shower and toilet room was scrubbed clean too. And the shower drains smoothly without pooling any water, showing how well it is maintained.
Finally, the location is very convenient. You can see that for yourself by just looking at the map. But I would like to add that just outside the gate of the hotel, you can see the Prince's palace, which is beautifully lit at night. What's more, my favorite restaurant in downtown Datong (I think the restaurant is translated as BeiWei Family Garden or something like that) is less than 5 minutes walking from the gate. There are also multiple shops for buying vinegar or wine or shaji snacks. In less than 10 minutes, you can also walk to all the major commercial streets. I love the location of this hotel!
Hotel near Ancient City Tourist Cultural Area, Datong
Price per night from:£57
9.8/10
Perfect
JJerryb10421This establishment is fantastic. Rooms clean and upgraded, staff extremely accommodating and friendly. It has the perfect location to start to explore the town and is very close to where the nightly light show is, so an easy walk back to your room.
The morning breakfast is fresh made, and more than enough food to fill you up for your day of exploration.
They offer pick-up and drop-off to the train station for free.
I can not express enough how hospitable the staff is and they make your stay special.
GGuest UserI really enjoyed my stay at this hotel in Pingyao. The location, right inside the old city walls, was perfect for exploring the ancient town on foot and it was very quiet in the evening, ideal for relaxing after a day of sightseeing. The bed was comfortable, the room was clean and nicely heated, which was especially important given the cold temperatures outside. A special mention goes to the owner and his wife for the excellent pick-up service from the train station, which made my arrival smooth and stress-free.
GGuest UserThe location is superb, right within the ancient city. For those driving, parking is available at the Nine Dragon Wall parking lot, just a 100-meter walk away. Despite being in a tourist area, it offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle. Guandi Temple is also conveniently located nearby. The service was excellent, and breakfast was quite good too. Both the owner and the staff were incredibly warm and welcoming. Although the May Day holiday prices were significantly higher than usual, the convenience made it completely worthwhile. Highly recommended!
Hotel near Ancient City Tourist Cultural Area, Datong
Price per night from:£40
9.4/10
Outstanding
GGuest UserWe stayed at thos lovely hotel. Lovingly restored by the current owner Mr Wang. He is the 6th generation owner of the property.
Until 10 years ago it was a derelict and dilapidated building. He poured money, time, blood, sweat and tears to restore it
And it does feel and look like a traditional house.
You feel you are going back in time.
Firstly the customer service is way beyond the call of duty. Its so good, i would recommend staying with mr Wang at whatever hotel he runs.
He picked us at the Lower East Gate, and brought us to the hotel, then took nearly half an hour to explain in great detail where we need to visit, whether the sights be in the city or outside the city.
Some of his suggestions, not on the tour books were very good . For example he suggested 3 restaurants, and we avoided them thinking he was getting a kickback.on our 4th and last day we tried restaurant no 2 of his. And it was good , the food and service were good. The prices were average with other restaurants and we got a 10% discount being the hotel's guests. And remember we had eaten 10 meals by the time we came to his suggestions.
Another suggestion of Mr Wang was Ma family home - also a very good tip from him.
Everytime we had a request or question he always responded with enthusiasm.
On our last day we checked out at 4am and he still took us to the pick up point at that ungodly hour.
Yep Mr and Mrs Wang's customer service is just first class.
The room was large, queen deluxe double, and the furnishings were traditional chinese furniture made of Rosewood. Very Expensive furniture for a hotel room. Shower worked well and was hot. However be aware its chinese style wet floor system ie there is no shower curtain between the shower and a small part of the bathroom does get wet if youare not careful. MR Wang said it will be one his improvement on his priority list. Hopefully by the time you booked the problem will have been resolved
The hotel is very close to the main streets. About 5 min walk.
The city of pingyao is worth visiting, it is one of the very walled cities left in China, with its old buildings intact and people still living it. All the city walls are also intact. Magnificent at night.
GGuest UserI was greeted with a fruit platter during check-in, which was a wonderful welcome gesture considering I left my home about 24 hours earlier, traveling non-stop from California to Datong, China. The Inn provides a wonderful experience for the first-time foreign visitor. The interior decor has that Chinese charm consisting of artwork, a book display, an aquarium with an auspicious collection of 8 large fishes (carp, I think), in-room tea set with an on-table electric stove, which would be unique to most Westerners. The glass flooring adds an extraordinary appeal since I have never experienced that in a hotel before, and I have traveled to dozens of countries.
The Inn is well located, a short bus ride to Datong Railway Station (for non-high-speed rail travel)*, and a short taxi ride to Datong South Railway Station (for high-speed rail travel)**. It is just next to Datong City Wall. You can walk along the top of the City Wall at no cost. A 10-20 minute walk takes you to nearly all the attractions within the ancient City Wall. Here you will also find a variety of restaurants serving local food as well as souvenir shops. There is also a small shop that sells sundry items including drinks (beer included) within a 5-minute walk from the Inn. Across from this sundry shop, is a shop that specializes in ancient Chinese clothing (Hanfu dress). They can dress you up, cosmetics included.
The Inn provides directions to Yujian Yun Gang - a popular destination for travelers to Datong. Here you will see ancient Buddhist cave art, including large and tall (several stories tall) sculptures. It takes two bus rides to get there, 1RMB per ride.
My booking choice was for either a guest room on the 1st or 2nd floor but was assigned a wonderful 2nd-floor guest room.
The owners of the Inn were exceptionally friendly. I met both the mother and her daughter. My room was professionally cleaned and provided with drinking bottled water daily.
If I return to Datong in the future, I will certainly book a room at this Inn.
*I took a train from this station to travel south to Xinzhou after checking out.
**I arrived in Datong from Beijing Daxing International Airport
Hotel near Ancient City Tourist Cultural Area, Datong
Price per night from:£24
9.4/10
Outstanding
GGuest UserThis hotel is in a great location since it’s literally at the entrance of the pedestrian street. Friendly staff and we used the translator to communicate without any issues. They provided us an extraordinary service. Simple but delicious Chinese style breakfast. Highly recommend this hotel it since it has great value for the money. Would definitely stay next time
__WeChat276498****This stay was great! From the warm reception of check-in to the clean and comfortable rooms, we are very satisfied.
Rooms: The room is more spacious and bright than expected, the bedding is clean and soft, and the sleep is very comfortable.
Perfect stay beyond expectations, see the real chapter in the details! Disposable kettle, girlfriend machine is also very characteristic, welcome fruit is very sincere.
Datong is very good, will recommend to friends, will come again if there is a chance.
Hotel near Ancient City Tourist Cultural Area, Datong
Price per night from:£34
9.6/10
Excellent
GGuest UserI stayed on in the original room, ensuring another peaceful and comfortable day. After spending a couple more days exploring Pingyao Ancient City, I realized how incredibly close the inn is to both the South Gate and Xiaonan Gate. It was so convenient; I could just wander around and always easily find my way back, which was fantastic.
I tried the restaurant recommended by the owner. The food was delicious and the portions were very generous. I ordered two dishes, but was so stuffed I could only finish one. I even ended up taking the leftover vinegar-scrambled eggs with me all the way to Taiyuan!
Overall, an excellent travel experience.
The middle photo captures the stunning evening glow over the ancient city on the evening of the 29th.
KKelly2002We enjoyed our stay at Mercury hotel and were particularly impressed by how friendly and accommodating the entire hotel staff was. The hotel breakfast buffet was undoubtedly the highlight. There was a great selection of hot and cold items to choose from. The food was freshly prepared and delicious. It was the perfect way to start our day.
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