Guilin Hotels
Green Guilin
If you suffer from chlorophobia (fear of the colour green), you’ll have a panic attack just talking about Guilin in southern China. With the grassy peaks of Diecai Shan and Yaoshan Hill Park surrounded by the Li River and with more lakes than Venice has canals, the only problem is that Guilin’s verdant topography draws so many tourists it makes the traffic as dense as the bushes. ... Read more »
But on those humid days where thick hazes obscure the scenery, Guilin has a few other options. Fork out for a tour to the Longsheng Rice Terrace, or give in to the old-world charms of the dilapidated Daxu Ancient Town. The Western world is no stranger to cashing in on beauty, and deservedly smug Guilin proves that our Eastern cousins can do exactly the same thing.
GUILIN’S TOP 10
10. Guilin Art Museum If you’re got room in your suitcase, you can even buy paintings from up-and-coming Chinese artists here. |
5. Returned Pearl Cave The 1,000-year-old carved Buddhas are actually more interesting than the legend behind this cave. |
9. Ocean Aquarium Bloodthirsty piranhas and friendly sea lions live in harmony at one of Asia’s biggest aquariums. |
4. Seven Star Cave The extensive limestone cave network almost makes Guilin’s above-ground topography look boring. |
8. Qixing Park Guilin’s most-comprehensive park has remained clean and green for hundreds of years. |
3. Yaoshan Hill Park Hike to get to the top of Guilin’s tallest peak (or cheat and take the chairlift). |
7. Banyan Lake Guilin’s bright city lights can’t be good for the environment, but they sure make this inner-city lake look stunning. |
2. Reed Flute Cave This huge cave has been around for 180 million years, although not always with artificial lighting. |
6. Jing Jiang Princes City Apparently a royal castle wasn’t enough – these princes got an entire city. |
1. Elephant Trunk Hill It really does look like an elephant drinking out of the Li River. Cameras to the ready… |
GUILIN EVENTS
March’s Cherry Blossom Festival isn’t just another senior citizen flower show. Marked by games and art performances, it’s one of Guilin’s biggest events.
Hamburgers are off the cards in May for the Zhuang National Cattle Festival, where cattle are groomed, fed and covered in flowers.
The best things in life are free, including the noodles at June’s Guilin Rice Noodles Festival.
Guilin is humming in July or August during the Ziyuan Song Festival. The locals sing and release lanterns onto the river to remember their forefathers.
The annual Guilin Scenery Tourism Festival takes place in November to highlight the city’s scenic beauty and culture. It’s an easy sell.
WHEN TO GO
· Snow does fall in Guilin, but rarely. Winter lows are normally around 4ºC (40ºF)
· May and June are Guilin’s wettest months.
· July is the hottest month, with temperatures hovering around 32ºC (90ºF)
GETTING AROUND
· A cruise along the Li River is the most scenic way to explore the city.
· If daily boat rides are out of your price range, buses are relatively cheap and frequent.
· The best way to really explore the city is by bicycle. Most of the peaks and parks are within riding distance.
Guilin has a wet monsoon climate with humid, rainy summers and mild winters.
- Winter (December to February) 4-16°C
- Spring (March to May) 10-28°C
- Summer (June to September) 21-34°C
- Fall (October to November) 11-27°C
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55 Zhongshan South Road Guangxi Guilin 541002
Creating an ideal atmosphere for a relaxing stay, 7Days Inn Group Guilin Railway Station Hotel is the right choice of ... More hotel details
Soluxe Qi Xia Hotel Guilin
3 Stars$41
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13 ZhongShan South Road Guilin 541004
Soluxe Qi Xia Hotel Guilin invites guests to have pleasant stay by offering pleasing ambience, professional service an... More hotel details
Xingui Hotel Guilin
3 Stars$20
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1 Yinding Road Guilin 541002
Whether you are in Guilin for business or pleasure, the Xingui Hotel with its comfortable and well-equipped conference... More hotel details
Eva Inn Guilin
4 Stars$55
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66 Binjiang Road Guilin Xiufeng District Guangxi 541002
With scenic surroundings and a graceful environment, the Eva Inn Guilin welcomes guests for a unique holiday experienc... More hotel details
Hong Kong Hotel Guilin
4 Stars$34
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141 Xihuan 1st Road Guilin 541002
The comfortable accommodation and convenient facilities make Hong Kong Hotel an ideal destination for both business an... More hotel details
Jin Wan Hotel Guilin
4 Stars$46
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No 53 ZhongShan South Road Guilin 541002
Featuring an elegant decor and comfortable accommodation, Jin Wan Hotel Guilin welcomes guest for a pleasant stay. One... More hotel details
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No 13 ZhongShan South Road Guilin 541002
Excellent accommodations, great services coupled with dedicated attention makes guests' stay a pleasurable experience ... More hotel details
Ronghu Lake Hotel Guilin
4 Stars$62
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16 North Ronghu Road Guilin 541001
With its unique location and unsurpassed services, the Ronghu Lake Hotel is an ideal retreat for both the business and... More hotel details
Shangri-La Hotel Guilin
5 Stars$177
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111 Huan Cheng Bei Er Lu Guilin 541004
Creating a unique and comfortable ambience, Shangri-La Hotel Guilin is an ideal choice for both business and pleasure ... More hotel details
Sheraton Guilin Hotel
5 Stars$164
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15 Bin Jiang Road Guilin 541001
Sheraton Guilin Hotel offers luxurious accommodations for visitors flocking to the place which centuries of Chinese cu... More hotel details
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