Dali Ancient Town Travel Guide

Dali

A traditional Chinese temple with ornate architecture, set against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains and clear blue sky.
Three pagodas surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.
A traditional courtyard with red lanterns, a woman in a pink dress, and a stone pathway.
A stone bridge over a calm river with mountains in the background.
A traditional Chinese courtyard with red lanterns, tiled roofs, and ornate wooden doors.

Stay near popular Dali Ancient Town attractions

South Gate

8.4/10 (8 reviews)
Find out about the history of Dali City when you take a trip to South Gate. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
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Things to do

Dali XIzhou Ancient Town Private Tour

Dali and XIzhou Ancient Town Private Tour

Rp2.023.791
per adult
Dali and XIzhou Ancient Town Private Tour
Yunnan Dali Erhai 3 Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple One Day Tour

Yunnan Dali Erhai 3 Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple One Day Tour

Rp2.018.293
per adult
Yunnan Dali Erhai 3 Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple One Day Tour
Cangshan Mountain: Mindful Hiking and Organic Homemade Food

Cangshan Mountain: Mindful Hiking and 4 types of tea at home

Rp762.566
per adult
Cangshan Mountain: Mindful Hiking and 4 types of tea at home
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Top hotels in Dali Ancient Town

Hilton Garden Inn Dali Ancient City

Hilton Garden Inn Dali Ancient City

3.5 out of 5
No. 1, Sanyue Street, Dali Town Dali Yunnan
The price is Rp1.005.328 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
Rp1.005.328
Rp1.172.212 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dali. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Yu'er Park and South Gate are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"Nice hotel in good location, close to 3 Pagodas, Ancient Town & Cable Car Stations for trips up the mountain. Plenty of local food options within minutes"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Dali Ancient City
SIXI GOLDEN SUNRISE SOUND SLEEP HOTEL

SIXI GOLDEN SUNRISE SOUND SLEEP HOTEL

4 out of 5
43 Yincang Rd, Dali Town Dali Yunnan
The price is Rp883.288 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
Rp883.288
Rp1.029.915 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Dali. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Yu'er Park and South Gate are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and the gentleman working behind the front desk was very friendly and tried his very best to help with questions we had about traveling around Dali. The hotel is right in the middle of Dali Ancient City, so if that's what you want the location is excellent. It's a bit of ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

SIXI GOLDEN SUNRISE SOUND SLEEP HOTEL
Wenshuo Hotel

Wenshuo Hotel

3 out of 5
Wenshuo Hotel, No. 260, Fuxing Road Dali
The price is Rp852.061 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
Rp852.061
Rp993.503 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dali. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions South Gate and Yu'er Park are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (11 reviews)
"员工的服务态度非常好。就是我们预定的标准双床房间不太行。浴室里面没有可以挂毛巾挂钩或是横杆。加上淋浴间的玻璃门底部有漏水的问题，每次洗完澡浴室地面都是水，很麻烦。房间有WI-FI，信号挺强的，很满意。"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Wenshuo Hotel
Dali City Shijing Boutique Homestay

Dali City Shijing Boutique Homestay

4 out of 5
Yincang Road No. 76 Dali Yunnan
The price is Rp1.383.804 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
Rp1.383.804
Rp1.613.515 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly B&B in Dali. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Yu'er Park and South Gate are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"特别棒！！！"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Dali City Shijing Boutique Homestay
Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn

Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn

3.5 out of 5
No 12 Xinming Road Dali Dali Yunnan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.451.073 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp1.451.073
Rp1.691.946 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dali. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions South Gate and Yu'er Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"Helpful owners,, pretty location, lovely little puppy"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn
Dali Ancient Town Anyu Hotel

Dali Ancient Town Anyu Hotel

3 out of 5
No. 7 Yeyu Road, Dali Yunnan
The price is Rp3.425.867 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
Rp3.425.867
Rp3.994.580 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dali. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Yu'er Park and South Gate are located ...
Dali Ancient Town Anyu Hotel
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Where to stay in Dali Ancient Town

Find the best Dali Ancient Town areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Dali Ancient Town
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An aerial view of a densely packed urban area with buildings and a waterfront.

Shuanglang

While visiting Shuanglang, you might make a stop by sights like Erhai Lake and Nanzhao Folk Island.

A traditional building with ornate architecture and a tree with yellow leaves.
Photo by Nha Nguyen
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Xiaguan

Travellers like the museums in Xiaguan, and Erhai Lake is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Taoyuan

You'll enjoy the monuments and parks in Taoyuan. You might want to make time for a stop at Erhai Lake or Butterfly Spring Park.

Xizhou

Visitors to Xizhou like its restaurants and architecture, and Erhai Lake is a sight worth a stop.

A lake with trees and a mountain in the background.

Longkan

Travellers like the parks in Longkan, and Erhai Lake is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Dali Ancient Town Travel Guide