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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali City
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Bar
Excellent
498 reviews
9.6/10
1 night
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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali City
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
Excellent
2514 reviews
9.6/10
1 night
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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali City
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Bar
550 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
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88
Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali City
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, KTV
Outstanding
582 reviews
9.4/10
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99+
Hotel near Lower Section of Erhai Ecological Corridor,Dali City
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
Perfect
175 reviews
9.8/10
1 night
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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali City
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage
Very Good
302 reviews
9.3/10
1 night
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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali City
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
135 reviews
8.9/10
1 night
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99+
Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali City
Featured facilities: Laundry Service (On-Site), Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
105 reviews
8.3/10
1 night
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99
Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali City
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
Outstanding
468 reviews
9.5/10
1 night
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Hotel near Dali Ancient City,Dali City
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Shared Kitchen
Very Good
527 reviews
9.2/10
1 night
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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:US$51

1984Relax hostel

9.5/10
Outstanding
Posted on Feb 21, 2026
Anonymous 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:US$8

Fontainebleau International Youth Hostel

9.4/10
Outstanding
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:US$8

Dali Backpacker Hostel

9.3/10
Very 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:US$6

Fine Days Youth Hostel

9.0/10
Good
Posted on Jul 20, 2025
Nataza
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.
Price per night from:US$8

Connected Youth Community

9.0/10
Good
Posted on Feb 17, 2026
KRBluenoa
The staff are friendly and the location isn't far from Dali Ancient City. It's a wonderful place where guests can all gather together to eat and chat. If you're traveling alone or enjoy socializing and conversing with people, this hotel is perfect. In the evenings, there's true communication over a bonfire and beer. Everyone seems happy and full of energy. Thanks to them, I'm leaving with a lot of good vibes. I had planned to stay for two nights, but I finished sightseeing faster than expected and unfortunately changed accommodations to see the eastern side of Erhai Lake. If I come to Dali again, I definitely want to stay here once more.
Price per night from:US$8

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

8.9/10
Posted on Apr 10, 2026|Cozy Room (2 Beds)
CNGuest User
What really caught my eye about this hotel was the desk; it felt so simple and understated. Since this was a spontaneous road trip, we just picked a hotel randomly, but I was pleasantly surprised! When we checked out, they even reminded us not to forget anything. Plus, during our stay, they shared some great hidden photo spots with us.
Price per night from:US$24

Yunbu Outdoor Themed Inn

8.7/10
Posted on Jun 22, 2025|4-person Room (Females only) (Room rate calculated per bed)
DEGuest User
When I arrived they fast cleaned the bed- and bathroom. But especially the pillow and blanket was still filthy. At least I got fresh, when also broken, bedsheets and duvets. There is just one light in the room and the plug for my bed was on the wall on the other side, so I got an extension crossing the room. I may have been unlucky, but the girls that shared the room turned in the light also at 2:00 in the morning and had a loud discussion. There is no carpet in front of the bathroom. I slipped very bad at one point, after one girl had an shower and the floor was all wet. The owner was trying hard to give me a good experience and also the common area was nice. They even had free laundry.
Price per night from:US$4

Jinyuyuan China Australia Youth Hostel

8.7/10
Posted on Dec 27, 2024
Guest User
The usual hostel is undergoing renovations at the moment, so the actual accommodation is around the corner. I was quite lost until I texted the 'late entrance' phone number by chance and the owners father found me. There is no bar, pool table or restaurant currently accessible but I'm sure it will be great when it reopens. The room was lovely but very cold with a big gap under the door and a hole the size of a postcard in the bathroom. I think a more updated profile to reflect current amenities would be beneficial.
Price per night from:US$21

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:US$9

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For Hostels in Dali City, the average price is US$42 for weekdays, and US$42 for weekends (Friday–Saturday).

Which Hostels in Dali City are romantic?

Dali Upland International Youth Hostel (from US$15) is a popular choice for couples. Enjoy your romantic trip!

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Which Hostels in Dali City offer fitness facilities?

Among Hostels in Dali City, Dali Lily International Youth Hostel (from US$7) is a popular choice with fitness facilities.

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Dali City Hostels Information

Total properties20
Number of reviews11,451
Highest priceUS$532
Lowest priceUS$7
Weekend Avg. PriceUS$42
Weekday Avg. PriceUS$42