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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali
Lily Pad inn is also called Baihe International Youth Hostel is located in the west of the ancient city of Dali, at the foot of Cangshan Mountain. One of the 18 springs in Cangshan runs through the courtyard; a road away from the ancient city; facing the large Bai Wushu Fair.This is a typical Bai Courtyard Villa building. Hotels have different styles. There are also gold medal old carpenters for you to create each piece of furniture by hand. For some antique rooms, there is no TV. Most of the rooms are Cangshan Landscape Room.The hotel has Cangshan green tea, book borrowing, WIFI covering the whole hospital, gathering hall, chess and card, billiards table, etc. It also provides catering, tourism consultation, vehicle booking, ticketing of car attractions, Dali one-day tour and luggage deposit services.There are Dali specialty dishes, no second-hand oil and monosodium glutamate, family lunch, and regular dumpling banquet, hot pot banquet, etc. The hotel provides free spring water and can reserve fresh milk.Part of the time to offer yoga courses, details of the consultation Hotel 

"We really enjoyed our stay at Lily Pad Hostel and would happily return. It offers excellent value for money and is a great base for exploring Dali. The hostel is in a good location, just a little outside the main town. It’s an easy walk, although you do need to cross some busy roads, which could be a little challenging if you’re travelling with small children. The room was clean, and the bed sheets were spotless. We also had a lovely view from the landing. There were some friendly resident bunnies wandering around, and we enjoyed having a ping pong table to use during our stay. The only minor downside was that the shower temperature was a little inconsistent, switching between hot and cold. Aside from that, we were very comfortable and really enjoyed our stay. We would thoroughly recommend Lily Pad Hostel to anyone visiting Dali and would definitely stay here again."
Very Good
321 reviews
9.3/10
1 night
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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali
The Dali li li wan xiang youth community hostel provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. Visitors to Dali City will find that the Dali li li wan xiang youth community hostel is a fantastic accommodation choice. The hotel is located approximately 18km from Dali Railway Station and 30km from Dali Fengyi Airport. With multiple attractions nearby including Sanwenbi Village, Cangshan Gate of Dali Ancient City and Dali University, guests will find plenty to keep themselves occupied. At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. This Dali City hotel features parking on site. According to our trusted guests, the facilities at this hotel are first-rate. This hotel is a popular accommodation for guests traveling alone.

"Facilities: Very complete. The first-floor lounge and dining areas are quite spacious, and there are even small lounge chairs outside to enjoy the view – very comfortable! The dorm rooms have separate bathrooms and toilets, which is very convenient, and the rooms are large so they don't feel crowded. The beds are also very comfortable, haha. Service: Excellent. The hostel offers free shuttle service to and from the west gate of the ancient city every hour, and luggage storage is also very convenient. The front desk staff also helped with our luggage. Environment: Absolutely beautiful!"
Excellent
2386 reviews
9.6/10
1 night
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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali
Dali Sunny International Youth Hostel is equipped with reading area, public dining area, tea bar, board game room, self-service kitchen and barter area; The guest rooms are warm and comfortable. The hotel also provides ticketing consultation, reservation and tourism consultation services to facilitate customers' trip to Dali.CYTS is located at the edge of the ancient city. In the morning, you can go to the roof to see the dawn of the ancient city, the snow of Cangshan Mountain, or walk to the seaside of Erhai to feel the different Dali; In this leisurely time, you can enjoy the fragrant coffee, sit on the swing in the small courtyard, chat with friends from all over the world in the coffee shop, or ride your bicycle around every corner of Dali, take photos at the seaside of Er, and bask in the sun on the roof. This is the Sunny International Youth Hostel.

"Enjoy my stay here. The bed is comfy. The bathroom is big and inside the room. The atmosphere of the hostel is nice. And it is near 大理古城. I can also store my luggage there when I checked out. Next time i will go back to Dali if I have chance, 洱海 really beautiful but it is a pity the weather when I stayed there is raining all the time."
Good
289 reviews
9.1/10
1 night
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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali
Taoxi Creek hostel is Located opposed to Dali Mineral Water Company and Dali Agricultural college, beside the G214 national road north to the West Gate of the ancient town. It is a 5-minute walk to either the west and the north gate, or the biggest farming products market, which is the main living and daily interaction area for the local people of the whole town. It takes a couple of more minutes to any of these places: restaurant, fruit shop, supermarket, hospital, church and bank. A short 15-minute walk will take you to the historical tower and pedestrian street. The hostel is about 18 kilometers from the train station in the new town of Dali city, there are frequent direct buses to help you catch trains just to front of the hostel on the G214 road. The hostel is a very bright and neat property combined with a traditional Bai ethnic exterior and a lovely modern design inside. Clean rooms, cozy mattresses. Staff at the reception always do their best to be friendly and helpful to guests. Free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and communal areas. Free luggage storage is provided at the reception, train, coach tickets and further travelling service(individual or group tour) with a reasonable charge are also available. Rooms require electricity key-card to access, bath rooms with shower heaters, slippers, towels, clean bedding articles, each a curtain for every bunks in dorms.We look forward to welcoming you here - Taoxi Creek Hostel,global citizen of the future! Hope you have a good time here.

"This hostel isn't far from March Street, and it's surrounded by a small forest. You can also walk to the ancient city, which is very convenient. The female and male floors are separate, with individual restrooms and showers, so you don't have to worry about sharing. There are many activities, and the price is very affordable. It's a great place for those who enjoy meeting new people."
529 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From CAD 6
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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali
"Excellent hostel, I really enjoyed my stay! Really nice and helpful staff with English-speakers. The buildings are in the traditional local style but with modern furnishings - stylish and cosy with nice common areas indoor and outdoor. Excellent location in the ancient town at the edge near the South Gate down an alleyway off a main pedestrian road area with lots of shops and restaurants. It took about an hour to get there by bus number 4 from Dali city railway station. It was about a ten minute walk from the bus stop with some cobblestone roads once you get to the ancient town which can be a bit rough with suitcases. The staff gave me suggestion for where to eat locally and sent details via WeChat. The hostel runs activities and does lunch and dinner for 20 yuan which you can sign up for and is a nice way to meet other guests. All the other guests were Chinese so there was a language barrier for me but we still had some nice chats through translator or if they spoke English. The female 8-bed room was nice and spacious with large windows and it was cleaned regularly. Beds were comfortable and you have to make them yourself. There are lockers which your key card opens. The toilet is open with glass sliding doors so you can hear noise, but it was clean and I liked the western style toilet and that the shower a sink and toilet were all separate for convenience. You can hear the music playing from the nearby shops on repeat for most of the day but it didn’t sound too bad and I got used to it. They offer earplugs and toothbrush at the front desk - I’m glad I had earplugs. There is a laundry area which is free to use with washing machines and washing powder and dryers and plenty of space to hang clothes. There’s also a cafe in the main lobby/common area and it’s a good place to do work with power sockets. And there’s free filtered water and a fridge you can use.  I’d definitely come back!"
Very Good
617 reviews
9.3/10
1 night
From CAD 10
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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali
LOCATION 位置 Dali Upland Youth Hostel is located at 54 Yu Yuan Road(玉苑路54号),Dali Old Town. (near the south gate of the old town). It is another backpacker aesthetic space ,created by i野 , following the Cloudland Youth Hostel and Kunming Upland Youth Hostel. Based on modern minimalist design, the public area incorporates Cartier industrial elements, hidden in the quiet alleys of the olde town, yet just a step away from the hustle and bustle. Walking 5 minutes to the old Street, and feel the ancient charm of Nanzhao,15 minute drive directly to the Er Hai Lake , offering breathtaking views of flowers, snow, and moon. Backed by the clouds and shadows of Cang Shan Mountain, and surrounded by the hustle and bustle of the city, whether it's checking in on popular food, exploring tie dye culture, or cycling around the sea, Everyone can set out easily PAYMENT支付 The hostel supports three payment methods: A: 支持Visa , Mastercard,American Express(Amex) Visa and Mastercard credit cards,American Express(Amex)are paid with surcharge. B: Alipay、We-chat are paid with About 3% surcharge. Complete payment by applying for ESIM number binding Alipay Download the Airalo app on your phone, bind ESIM, then you can switch the ESIM in your region according to your needs. For example, if you enter China and choose China directly, ESIM will switch to a mobile number in Singapore, and you can bind Alipay to pay, call, get internet C: Cash FACILITIES设施 Offers a wide range of rooms including Family room with bathtub, king room with bathtub view, Standard King Room,Standard double room, Four person dorm, six persons dorm. Each room has a spacious bathroom with large water sprinkles (24 hours hot water). Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the whole hostel。 On the first floor, there is a bar, offering Brunch, 8:00am-12:00, coffee, beer, 8:00am-24:00pm(Paid consumption).dining bar can relax, share the journey. SERVICE服务 Free services: 1. Game Paradise PS5 2. Classic Poppy little Football, 3. Starry Sky Movie Night, 4. Bonfire Concert, 5. Board Game 6. free luggage storage on the day of check-out,staff can speak English Paid services: 1. self-service laundry, 2. self-service dryer, 3. electric bike rental TRAFFIC交通 The airport 机场 1.Taxi 打车 30km, 40-70 RMB Dali Train Station – 大理火车站 1.Taxi 打车 12km, 30-50 RMB 2.BUS 公交( Time 06:45-21:00) 2-5RMB Take No. 4 bus at the railway station, get off at the south gate of Dali Old Town, walk back 300 meters, turn left 50 meters to the first intersection, turn right, and then walk 30 meters to the destination

"I chose 'Escape Time' on a whim for my solo trip to Dali, and it exceeded all my expectations! The location is perfect – quiet yet just a few minutes' walk from the South Gate of the Old Town. It's super convenient for exploring the night market and renting a car to go to Erhai Lake. Being away from the main street's traffic noise, I slept incredibly soundly at night. The dorm beds come with full blackout curtains, individual reading lights, and lockable storage, so you can draw the curtain for your own private space. The mattress is soft and silent, so turning over won't disturb your roommates. The entire place has air conditioning and separate wet/dry bathrooms, and everything is meticulously clean. The public courtyard is lush with greenery and perfect for photos, and the lobby has a PS5 and board games. There's open-air movie screening every night. The front desk service is thoughtful and attentive, and they even help with itinerary planning. The all-in-one washer and dryer completely solve laundry problems for long trips. This place offers incredible value for money. As a solo traveler, staying here felt warm and secure. I'll definitely choose this place again when I come back to Dali!"
Excellent
567 reviews
9.6/10
1 night
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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali
This's Laura’s Hostel ,Everybody on the road ,Welcome here,This will be your second home.

"The location is super convenient; as soon as you step out, you're in the bustling downtown area, right next to San Yue Street. It's really lively, though I personally prefer quieter places. It's also very close to Dali Ancient City, just a short walk across the road. If the bed were a bit thicker, it would be perfect. Looking forward to staying again!"
147 reviews
8.4/10
1 night
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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali
The Yunbu Outdoor Themed Inn provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The Yunbu Outdoor Themed Inn is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Dali City. The hotel is 17km from Dali Railway Station and 28km from Dali Fengyi Airport. There is no shortage of things to see in the area, with the Nanguo City, Dali, Santa Gate and Fuxing Road all nearby. At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. For those driving themselves, parking is provided on site. For guests traveling alone, this hotel is consistently one of the most popular choices.

"The room isn't very big, and the bathroom is quite basic, but it's cheap and convenient for shopping. There are plenty of restaurants nearby, and the bus stop isn't far. It's great for visiting the night market in the evening, though it's a shame it's been raining constantly since I arrived in Dali, so I haven't been able to see any of the good sights."
159 reviews
8.9/10
1 night
From CAD 4
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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali
"A very satisfying stay! This hostel is tucked away in an alley, but it's not isolated at all, just a few minutes' walk from the main street. It's a peaceful spot despite being so close to the action. The Catholic church is right in the same alley. The room was clean and tidy, with all the necessary amenities. The owner is handsome, friendly, and enthusiastic. If I come back to Dali, I'll definitely stay here again."
Very Good
566 reviews
9.2/10
1 night
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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali
The Seven Seconds Time Capsule Youth Hostel provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The Seven Seconds Time Capsule Youth Hostel is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Dali City. The hotel is 18km from Dali Railway Station and 29km from Dali Fengyi Airport. This hotel is located near many of Dali City's attractions including Cangshan Gate of Dali Ancient City, Foreigner Street and Sanyue Street. In their spare time, guests can explore the hotel's surroundings. For those driving themselves, parking is provided on site. If you demand a high level of service, our guests have indicated that this hotel has excellent standards. For guests traveling alone, this hotel is consistently one of the most popular choices.

"The owner is very kind and welcoming, and the hostel is very clean. The room also has great soundproofing! However, I'd advise female travelers to avoid room 2002. There's a long-term tenant who has a terrible temper. She slams the door violently whenever she comes and goes, and she plays poker (Dou Dizhu) at 2 AM, which is very loud. If you try to talk to her, she'll just yell profanities. If it weren't for my leg injury and the fact that other rooms didn't have lower bunks available, I really wouldn't want to share a room with her. 😓"
Excellent
425 reviews
9.6/10
1 night
From CAD 8
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Dali and Shanwuqu Inn

9.7/10
Excellent
Posted on Oct 16, 2025
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A very comfortable guesthouse. The owners were very welcoming; the owner was lovely, had a story to tell, and was very talkative. The whole family was very friendly and helpful, even helping with our luggage – thank you so much!! Actually, I wasn't really into the food in Dali this time, and was a little disappointed, but the owner recommended some nearby ”non-trendy” restaurants: Blueberry Fish and Ganggang Rice Noodles. They were within walking distance, delicious, and in a great location – right next to the March Street Market, and there's also a Lotus Root Shop nearby, which is great for browsing. It's also very convenient to walk to the Old Town. And!! Peach the dog is so cute! A chubby little dog, so adorable and easy to pet. He even got up later than us this morning, haha! Hope to see him again sometime!
Price per night from:CAD 78

Dali Airport Hotel (Dali Fengyi Airport Branch)

9.4/10
Outstanding
Posted on Dec 19, 2024
Guest User
Because I had a flight home early the next morning, I chose this hotel which was close to the airport. The hotel was unexpectedly clean and tidy, with complete facilities and very quiet at night. Such a low price was really touching. The hotel’s own restaurant is facing the street and its business is also very good. We ordered the specialty dish, spicy and sour fish. The proprietress is capable and quick, and the boss will send us to the airport for free the next day. I really recommend it!
Price per night from:CAD 21

1984Relax hostel

9.3/10
Very Good
Posted on Feb 21, 2026|Bed in Guestroom - Double Occupancy (Females only, room rate calculated per person)
CNAnonymous User
The large dog at the front desk was adorable, and the landlady was very friendly, sharing a map of authentic local restaurants. I stayed in a double room, which was a bit small. I hope they can replace the curtains/bed curtains with blackout ones. The location is quite convenient; Didi (ride-hailing service) can get you to the door. There's a communal area on the balcony for drying clothes.
Price per night from:CAD 8

Fontainebleau International Youth Hostel

9.2/10
Very Good
Posted on Oct 19, 2025
CNGuest User
The room was very clean and well-equipped, and the bed linen and duvet covers all smelled lovely. The location is very convenient for getting around; the hotel offers electric scooter rentals, and there are car rental agencies and bus stops just a few hundred meters away. It's also very close to Yincang Road and Pingdeng Road, which have many interesting small shops. If you're looking for morning coffee, evening drinks, or independent bookstores, they're all within walking distance. The hotel has spacious common areas; the lobby on the first floor has a great atmosphere for socializing, while the second floor is perfect for studying (and there are cute cats to pet!).
Price per night from:CAD 8

Connected Youth Community

9.1/10
Good
Posted on Mar 13, 2026|Bed In Bed In Quadruple Room With Shared Bathroom (Female Only)
SGghl.
A comfortable stay, with helpful staff. Lots of young people who were generally friendly and helpful. I think there's a good community here. The smoke from the nightly campfire was unpleasant as our room faced the front yard. Thankfully we managed to close the windows. The hostel is set in a village just outside the old city - about 10 minutes walk, I think. Very conveniently located near the #8 bus route to the train station.
Price per night from:CAD 8

Dali Backpacker Hostel

9.0/10
Good
Posted on May 10, 2026
CNXiangrikuidi
This hostel is really fun! You can cook and share meals with other guests, and the volunteer staff are super interesting. There's a dedicated game room for playing Werewolf, mahjong, and they even have a projector. Sometimes at night, people play music, so you can sing along and chat.
Price per night from:CAD 7

Jinyuyuan China Australia Youth Hostel

8.8/10
Posted on Mar 5, 2025
Guest User
I think we got upgraded to a family room but we definitely didn't mind the extra space including a couch and table. They had a waterboiler and cups and comfortable beds with extra blankets, however the remote for the AC was missing and it got pretty chilly at night. Did not make that big of a difference anyway since the AC was located outside the bedroom. Small notice for foreign guests: It was very hard finding the place since the map didn't show the exact location and doorsigns we in chinese/ didn't match the description on trip.
Price per night from:CAD 17

Zhufeng Park Xin Inn (Dali High-speed Railway Station)

8.8/10
Posted on Apr 14, 2026
CNGuest User
Out of all the cities we visited in Yunnan, this one was our family's favorite. The room was spacious and clean, and you could really tell the owner pays attention to the details. Everything, even the toiletries, was high quality, showing just how much care they put into running this hotel.
Price per night from:CAD 29

Dali Chema Inn International Youth Hostel

8.1/10
Posted on Jul 18, 2026|Superior Queen Room
CNGuest User
This was my first time staying in a youth hostel, and the room was quite nice. The window offered a view of Cangshan Mountain. Both the owner and the other guests were very warm and friendly, even inviting me to join them for a BBQ and beer. However, I wouldn't recommend it for those who prefer a quiet atmosphere over a lively one.
Price per night from:CAD 3

Dali Ancient Town No. 204 Ideal Youth Hostel

8.0/10
Posted on Apr 29, 2025
Guest User
✨【Five-star praise·Fairy Youth Hostel】✨ >> First sight·A fairy tale world welcomed by cats This fairy youth hostel must be given full marks! The moment you push open the door, you will fall into the healing barrier: ☀️ The sunlight passes through the glass greenhouse and flows on the log shelves filled with old books 🐾 Two plush tabby cats curled up in the cloud sofa - the cute treasures of the store, Dove & Xiaohei, are waiting in a standard welcoming posture! >> The two beauties in the store · the healing magic of Dove and Xiao Hei 🍫 ”Walking Caramel Macchiato” Dove: The chocolate tiger stripes all over her body are like flowing velvet, and the squirrel tail is hooked around her trouser legs Nirvana: rubbing her head + her meat pads blooming, conquering the human defense line in three seconds ☁️ ”Dark Night Hand Warmer” Xiao Hei: The cold skin of a dark cloud stepping on snow × the clingy soul Precision-guided jump into the arms of a cold-fearing girl, and roll herself into a 37℃ constant temperature pillow >> The perfect utopia for backpackers 🏡 The log-style room has its own cedar fragrance, and the healing design directly hits the heart of the literary youth 🎸 Unlock from time to time: folk music concert/chef competition from all over the world/starry night talk 🌄 The rooftop terrace easter egg: watch the sunset glow of Cangshan Mountain with a cat, and let the Dali wind turn the cat hair into a memory specimen >> Leaving the store critical strike · the affectionate retention of the cat owner 💔 Xiao Hei chased the suitcase and performed a ”10-mile farewell” 🧳 Dove performed the unique skill ”Cat and Bug Box Digging Technique” ❄️ Signed a winter contract with the shopkeeper: bring 10 kilograms of cat strips in exchange for breast massage service [Final Appraisal] ★★★★★+ This is not a youth hostel, it is a fairy tale woven by cat hair! Humans, come in and be prepared to be marked for life by cats~
Price per night from:CAD 12

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How much does it cost for Hostels in Dali City on average?

For Hostels in Dali City, the average weekday price is CAD 54, while weekend rates (Friday–Saturday) average CAD 54.

What Hostels in Dali City have fitness centers?

Among Hostels in Dali City, Dali Lily International Youth Hostel (price from CAD 7) has great fitness facilities.

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What Hostels in Dali City are good for couples?

Dali Upland International Youth Hostel (price from CAD 16) is a romantic choice for couples. Enjoy your sweet trip!

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Dali Hostels Information

Total Properties21
Number of Reviews 11,425
Highest PriceCAD 229
Lowest PriceCAD 12
Weekend Avg. PriceCAD 54
Weekday Avg. PriceCAD 54