2-Star Hotels in Shanxi, China

It was a little difficult to find the place to check in. This was a nice, clean hotel room. We stayed in a family friendly room. The beds were comfortable and there were drawers and a lot of counter space, a desk, end table, and small table. There were 3 extra pillows in a cabinet. There was an access code, so when someone left others weren't left in the dark and checkout was just a matter of sending a message via WeChat. We really liked this hotel!

A family of three are very satisfied 👍 The facilities are complete, clean and the bed is very comfortable. The environment is quiet, go out to go shopping and lively, and sleep very quietly. Parking is convenient, parked in the parking lot next to it, walked very close, parking is free. Going out and turning to the lively snack street, bought it back, shared it with the family, and then went to the queue. The next morning, I went to the queue again. I didn't get to the hottest team last night. I gathered the queue king and the food was very satisfied. The hot spring water is also very good, and it will be enough soon, and the children have a great time. The boss is very nice. Have a chance to live again

Fantastic value for money. I really liked the room. Shower and bathroom were great. Bed was comfy. The hotel is in a quiet street a little bit outside of the main streets which for me was a big plus. It's not too far away and way quieter. The owner/husband picked me up and dropped me off at the north gate. They have a fridge where you can pay for drinks per qr code. 2 water bottles a day for free in the room. The wife gave me a map with explanations and an itinerary idea. Super nice! Improvement ideas: - Water refill from a big jug to safe on plastic - English explanation on how to book the Pingyao 3 day ticket on WeChat (I figured it out myself but a small guide would be cool) - some way to close blinds so people can't look in without having to shut off all daylight. Would recommend the place and would book again without looking for anything else.

Hidden gem in Pingyao! The owner and her family and simply amazing, very polite, welcoming, nice, kind, friendly and professional. You will really feel home at their place. Great location just few minutes away from the ancient walled city, amazing building with nice, spacious and clean rooms. Food there is also very good for an increasingly reasonable price One of my best stay in China! Don’t miss it! I will definitely come back here for my next visit to Pingyao Tip: you must try her coffee and you will be impressed by the best coffee in China!

Excellent value for money, spotlessly clean, and the staff provide great service. Breakfast is included, and the location offers very convenient transportation for exploring. In the evenings, it's lovely to stroll out to the square and enjoy the cool air. I wholeheartedly recommend Wutongge Hotel to anyone planning a trip to Datong.

This homestay has a good location and environment. It is an old house with an antique atmosphere. The owner is warm and thoughtful. He drove to the station to pick us up and gave us travel guidance and helped us book the ”See Pingyao Again” sitcom. It gave us a good travel experience and we will stay at his house next time we come to Pingyao.

I stayed for three nights and was very satisfied with the room overall. It's located near the west gate of Datong Ancient City, across from Huayan Temple. There's a shared bike parking spot right at the entrance, making it very convenient for getting around. The hotel is beautifully decorated. Having just opened this year, they also provided a gift box of fruit and snacks upon check-in, along with a footbath tub, which was very comfortable and refreshing after a long day of walking. The owner even gave us drinks and souvenirs before leaving. The room wasn't too large, a bit smaller than chain hotels, but the overall layout was very logical and clean. Although it faced the street, the soundproofing was excellent. I was pleasantly surprised to find a garment steamer and sewing kit in the room. The owner was truly attentive.

If you want a more authentic experience than staying in a fancy hotel, this is your place. Mrs Liu (sp?) was so lovely and helpful. She speaks a bit of English and is very fast on the translation apps for what she doesn’t know. She gave us a map of the Ancient City and explained where we should visit. Every day she gave us water bottles. We stayed 2 nights. You can experience a kang bed here, in a cozy room in a quaint courtyard. It was quite firm but still comfortable. There is air con which was needed when we were there. The bathroom is small but we found that everything didn’t get wet, despite the small size of the room. The inn is on the “taxi-bus” route just off South Street. As it is a block from the Main Street it is significantly quieter as the honking of “taxi-buses” doesn’t happen as much in the alleyways. Just be careful to walk on the sides of the road as the mopeds and taxi-buses are electric so quiet, except for the honking which is loud and constant, and they drive quite fast for the size and busyness of the streets. There is plenty of food places just a short walk away from the hotel. The ancient city was a lot more touristy than we had expected. You need to prearrange with the innkeeper to organise a “taxi-bus” to pick you up from the South Gate. Regular cars are not allowed inside the city wall. We were dropped by the DiDi but it is too far and busy to walk with luggage to the inn. Mrs Liu and her husband helped us out with their mopeds. Not many “taxi-bus” drivers know the inn as it is a smaller private hotel, so make sure you have the address printed out to show them. The taxi-bus is 10RMB pp per ride and you can flag them down anywhere on the streets they are allowed on, but they may not want to go where you want to go, so just flag another one until you get one that agrees. You scan the drivers QR code to pay. Overall we enjoyed our stay at Pingyao Yunshu Inn.

De Shoufu has a very small frontage with shops on both sides. It's easy to miss it if you pay attention. Once you enter, you'll find a two-story courtyard, a cultural relic protection courtyard. The environment is elegant, the room facilities are very good, and the store owner's service is excellent. He greeted us and found a suitable parking space for us. I give it a thumbs up. The breakfast is a thoughtful set meal with a suitable variety and generous portions. I will come again if I have the chance.

My few days in Pingyao Ancient City were made especially pleasant thanks to this inn. Choosing the right accommodation is crucial. Although this inn is located within the ancient city, it offers perfect convenience. You can easily reach any attraction, whether you're visiting the Yingxun Gate light show or other attractions within the city. When you're tired, you can just take a sightseeing bus to the alley entrance. The inn's unique courtyard, with its blue brick and gray tiles and carved wooden doors, feels like stepping into a bygone era. Every photo captures its allure. The room is clean and tidy, with simple yet stylish decor. Smart amenities like the smart toilet make for a comfortable stay. The minimalist design exudes elegance. After a day of wandering, curl up in your room and watch a movie at night—it's so comfortable you don't want to move. The owner was like a friendly friend. He was incredibly knowledgeable about Pingyao's attractions and explained them clearly, even planning a detailed itinerary. He was incredibly helpful and helped arrange a very affordable chartered car to Wang Family Courtyard and Shuanglin Temple. He also booked tickets for performances in the ancient city and gave us coupons for popular restaurants, saving us from many pitfalls. We arrived by high-speed rail, and they even provided pick-up and drop-off service. Upon check-out, we even received a thoughtful gift—a truly heartwarming thought. Sitting in the courtyard in the evening, enjoying the breeze and the night view, the fatigue from touring the ancient city melted away. After two days, I was almost reluctant to leave. I'll definitely stay here again next time I visit Pingyao.