[2025 Dunhuang Stay] Travel Guide for Dunhuang Zhongzhou International Hotel (Updated Mar)

As the sun set, casting a warm glow on the ancient Silk Road, my girlfriend and I strolled through the streets of Dunhuang, the air filled with the scent of sand and history. We planned to stay at the Zhongzhou International Hotel Dunhuang, located at No. 1796 Yangguan Middle Road, ready to embark on a spontaneous journey through Northwest China. 🌟A Cozy Family Suite Upon entering the Zhongzhou International Hotel Dunhuang, we were greeted by enthusiastic staff who offered us disinfectant wipes and warm tea, instantly dispelling the fatigue of our journey. The hotel kindly upgraded us to a family suite, a spacious room adorned with adorable little camel dolls, filling us with childlike joy. The room was equipped with comprehensive amenities, from custom shoehorns to shower stools, every detail reflecting the hotel's attentiveness. 🍃Dang River Views from the Window Opening the window revealed the flowing Dang River, with birds occasionally skimming the water's surface, creating a tranquil and refreshing scene. At night, the lights along the riverbank intertwined with the starry sky, and strolling along the river felt like stepping into a captivating painting. ☕Delicious Freshly Ground Coffee The hotel's coffee machine was always busy, producing rich and flavorful freshly ground coffee, the perfect way to awaken the taste buds in the morning. Sitting by the window, savoring a cup of coffee, and enjoying a moment of tranquility, how could such a morning not be enchanting? 🍜Don't Miss the Authentic Local Cuisine The hotel's restaurant specializes in Dunhuang cuisine, with each dish meticulously prepared by local chefs using fresh ingredients to ensure authentic flavors. Whether it's the apricot kernel tea for breakfast or the Dunhuang braised noodles for dinner, every meal is a delightful experience. The hotel is conveniently located near transportation hubs such as the Dunhuang Bus Station, Dunhuang Railway Station, and Dunhuang Airport. The Shazhou Night Market, just 1.4 km from the hotel, is not to be missed. The night market is filled with a dazzling array of snacks and handicrafts, making it a truly unforgettable experience. The hotel also provides free parking, adding to the convenience for those traveling by car. If you're planning a trip to Dunhuang, consider choosing the Zhongzhou International Hotel Dunhuang as your accommodation. The comfort and warmth here will surely make your journey even more memorable.

The anxiety of travel planning lies in change, and the fun also lies in change. The long-planned trip to the Hexi Corridor was originally planned to start in Lanzhou and end in Dunhuang. However, because we gave up the internet-famous Tianshui Malatang, we ended up having a pure trip to the Hexi Corridor. The first stop was Dunhuang, which was a great start; the reverse itinerary unexpectedly saved a lot of travel expenses. For budget travelers, it is very necessary to design the itinerary carefully. ✈️After stopping in Xi'an, we landed in Dunhuang in the afternoon. After arriving at Zhongzhou International Hotel (by the way, Zhongzhou Hotel has good service and is very cost-effective during non-holidays), drizzling rain began to fall from the sky. Locals said that this was the first rain in Dunhuang this year. The rain was like the welcoming girl, who smiled lightly but came and went in a hurry, and the clouds had dissipated in the evening. The sunset time in Dunhuang is nearly two hours later than that in the eastern coastal areas. When I went out to look for food at 6 pm, the sun had not yet set. Walking along Yangguan Middle Road, looking at the Dang River flowing quietly under the bridge and the Dunhuang Bookstore opposite, gazing at the Mingsha Mountain in the distance, plus the bouncing pipa statue and the Dunhuang Night Market not far away, this is the first impression that this small northwestern city gives you. After tasting the stewed mutton pancakes, scallion scrambled eggs and apricot peel water in a small restaurant by the river, you need to find some spiritual food. How to choose among the four major performances in Dunhuang: "See Dunhuang Again", "Music of Dunhuang", "Thousand Hands and Thousand Eyes" and "Dunhuang Festival"? We went to watch what the local driver said was the most classic show, "Seeing Dunhuang Again". It is a so-called situational immersion performance that requires walking around to watch, which has certain physical requirements and is not very friendly to the elderly and children in crowded situations. The performance unfolded the historical picture scroll of Dunhuang in a short period of time. From Zhang Qian to Zhang Yichao, from Emperor Wu of Han to Taoist Wang, many figures left different marks here, which served as a certain background introduction for subsequent tourists visiting Dunhuang. The actors' acting skills were also online, and they were not simply posing. The lighting effects were also good. As to whether it is worth the money, it depends on personal opinion. If you are just looking for fun, I might recommend going to Shazhou Night Market.

Where to stay in Dunhuang||Zhongzhou International Indeed, as a high cost-performance hotel. Price: During the off-season, a room costs only over 200, now in peak season, around 500. Standard rooms in Dunhuang are similar to family rooms that can accommodate three people. The most impressive points: 1. Clean and tidy, with complete bathing facilities. Playing in the Northwest every day is very tiring, and it's very comfortable to soak your feet when you come back. 2. There is a free laundry room and drying room. For the weather in the Northwest where you get covered in sand every day. Clothes can dry in two to three hours after washing. Each room has laundry detergent. 3. The breakfast tastes good. Egg pancakes, lamb soup, and beef noodles are very authentic. 4. The service is really good. From the moment you enter, at least two service staff will be around you. There will be welcome yogurt upon check-in. The daily snack basket is always full. Each floor has water that you can take freely. In terms of transportation, parking at the door is not very convenient. Since Dunhuang is a very small city, it takes about 4-5 minutes to go to the night market or out of the city.

Mogao Caves Visit time is about 5 hours Normal ticket 238 can see 8 caves Emergency ticket 100 can only see 4 caves Visit time 5 hours Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring Ticket 110 Makeup 150 Coming to Dunhuang in the off-season is really great! 1️⃣Few people! There are only about a hundred people in Mingsha Mountain, and there will be no long camel teams when riding camels. The rate of taking pictures is absolutely high! It's best to rent shoe covers in the scenic area when climbing Mingsha Mountain. Although the ones outside are cheaper, they all say the quality is not good. It's easy to climb the mountain but difficult to descend 2️⃣Low price! The hotel is really much cheaper than the peak season, and there is an 80% chance of getting a free room upgrade! This time I booked the 'Zhongzhou International Hotel', the service is simply impeccable, making me feel a service better than five-star! 3️⃣Super value for tickets!! They are all cheaper than the peak season, so no matter how you play, you won't step on thunder! The ticket price for Mogao Caves is cheaper than the peak season. Food recommendation🥘 I want to say it a thousand times! Dunhuang is super delicious! 1️⃣The first delicious food is Populus euphratica stewed cake. I ate the Populus euphratica stewed cake from Guohui and Chenji Mutton Restaurant. Two people can eat a small portion of Populus euphratica stewed cake, about seventy yuan, it's really explosively delicious! The taste of rice noodle roll! 2️⃣The second delicious food is Guohui's roasted eggplant! Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside! 3️⃣The third delicious food is Daji's donkey meat yellow noodles, the sauce of the noodles is very delicious. 4️⃣The fourth delicious food is Yangji's dry food, because we don't want to eat expensive meals in the scenic area, we went to buy dry food, and we didn't expect it to be more and more fragrant as we chew! Bought a big bag for just a few bucks.