Dali Ancient Town

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

view from cable car

Cangshan Mountain hike and organic homemade dinner

RM146
per adult
Cangshan Mountain hike and organic homemade dinner
Yunnan Dali Erhai 3 Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple One Day Tour

Yunnan Dali Erhai 3 Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple One Day Tour

RM459
per adult
Yunnan Dali Erhai 3 Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple One Day Tour
Dali and XIzhou Ancient Town Private Tour

Dali and XIzhou Ancient Town Private Tour

RM460
per adult
Dali and XIzhou Ancient Town Private Tour
Dali Cangshan Mountain Tea Picking and Tasting

Dali Cangshan Mountain Tea Picking and Tasting

RM133
per adult
Dali Cangshan Mountain Tea Picking and Tasting
Dali: Pottery village and Longweiguan Day Tour

Dali: Pottery village and Longweiguan Day Tour

RM649
per adult
Dali: Pottery village and Longweiguan Day Tour
Dali: Tie-Dye Workshop, Erhai Lake Bike Ride & Dinner

Dali: Tie-Dye Workshop, Erhai Lake Bike Ride & Dinner

RM1,213
per adult
Dali: Tie-Dye Workshop, Erhai Lake Bike Ride & Dinner
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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 RM222 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
RM222
RM259 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
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.
8.8/10 Excellent! (20 reviews)
"Poor Management of a Smoke-Free Hotel Despite being advertised as a smoke-free hotel, the property has a serious and apparently unmanaged smoking problem. Upon entering our original room, we immediately noticed a strong cigarette smell. We were moved to another room in the afternoon, which initially ..."

Reviewed on 7 Nov 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 RM360 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
RM360
RM420 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (10 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 RM197 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
RM197
RM230 total
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"Very nice place but abit far from road or car access, suggest to travel light if intend to stay in this property"

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Wenshuo Hotel
Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn

Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn

3.5 out of 5
No 12 Xinming Road Dali Dali Yunnan
The price is RM501 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
RM501
RM584 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
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! (36 reviews)
"Helpful owners,, pretty location, lovely little puppy"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn
Dali City Shijing Boutique Homestay

Dali City Shijing Boutique Homestay

4 out of 5
Yincang Road No. 76 Dali Yunnan
The price is RM320 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
RM320
RM373 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
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! (4 reviews)
"特别棒！！！"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Dali City Shijing Boutique Homestay
Dali Ancient Town Anyu Hotel

Dali Ancient Town Anyu Hotel

3 out of 5
No. 7 Yeyu Road, Dali Yunnan
The price is RM793 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
RM793
RM924 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
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.
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 marina with several boats docked, a clear blue sky, and mountains in the background.

Xiaguan

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

A traditional Chinese courtyard with red lanterns, tiled roofs, and ornate wooden doors.

Xizhou

You'll enjoy the restaurants and architecture in Xizhou. You might want to make time for a stop at Erhai Lake or Zhang Family Courtyard (Xizhou).

A serene lake with a traditional pavilion and a pagoda in the background.

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.

A coastal city with a mountain range in the background.

Caicun

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Caicun and surrounding area, you can visit South Gate and Yu'er Park.

Dali Ancient Town