Best Boutique Hotels in Pingyao

Boasting well preserved architectural structure and attention-to-detail service, Jing's Residence is a hidden gem in the ancient walled town of Pingyao, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For those who seek original flavours of local life, Jing's Residence would be the ideal choice. Free WiFi access is available in all areas. Jing’s Residence is a 10-minute walk from Ancient City Wall and a 30-minute drive from Pingyao Railway Station. Taiyuan Wusu International Airport is a 1.5-hour drive away. These 19 delicately arranged rooms at this boutique hotel are furnished in natural shades. Cloth sofa, decorative calligraphy works and cosy bed with transparent curtains all add relaxing ambience. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with free toiletries and slippers. Extras include a desk and a kettle. Tea table and chairs are set outside each pavilion, offering you a place to soak up the historic, laid-back atmosphere. You may also drink tea and do reading in the courtyard or at the library with travel mates. Other facilities offered include tour desk and luggage storage. At the dining room, guests can enjoy an extensive menu of international and local favorites, while delightful drinks are available at Jing’s Bar. Hot pot is provided from November till March.

Housed in a traditional courtyard property with a 300-year history, Pingyao Yide offers Chinese-style rooms with hand-made fine wood fittings and artwork. It is located in Ancient City of Pingyao, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It provides free WiFi. Yide Hotel Pingyao is a 5-minute walk from the West Street and Rishengchang Former SIte. Tastefully furnished with bright prints, the air-conditioned rooms come with a flat-screen cable TV and side table. Private bathrooms offer heated showers and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy a relaxing massage or explore the neighbourhood on a bike. For guests’ convenience, the hotel provides tour-booking, car hire, ticketing services and laundry services. The on-site restaurant opens from 06:50 to 22:30 daily, serving Chinese and western style meals.

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Water Hotel, Pingyao offers accommodation in Pingyao, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Conveniently siting on Ming and Qing Street, the hotel includes a restaurant where guests can enjoy meals. Rooms have a flat-screen TV and an electric kettle. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. There is a 24-hour front desk, a business centre and gift shop at the property. The hotel also offers car hire. Pingyao Ancient Government Office is 400 metres from Water Hotel, while Ping Yao Temple of the City God is 500 metres from the property.

Offering Chinese and Western food on site, Pingyao Harmony Hotel features well-decorated guestrooms and simple dormitory rooms for guests. It is located in Ancient City of Pingyao, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It provides massage service, barbecue facilities and daily tour arrangements. Pingyao Harmony Hotel is an 8-minute taxi ride from Pingyao Railway Station. Taiyuan Wusu International Airport is about 1.5 hours' drive away. Coming with local setup, each room here will provide you with a cable TV and air conditioning. Complete with an electric kettle, the dining area also has a dining table. Wooden bed with Chinese red quilt and a small table, wooden furniture and candle light create cosy ambience. The traditional Kang bed would ensure a nice sleeping experience. Featuring a shower, bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. The courtyard is ideal for chilling out. Other convenient services include ticketing service, a tour desk and luggage storage. Simple dishes are served at the on-site dining place, be it Chinese fare or western food.