{"id":40356,"date":"2026-04-20T10:02:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T10:02:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/?p=40356"},"modified":"2026-04-24T09:59:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T09:59:01","slug":"%cf%80%ce%bf%cf%8d-%ce%bd%ce%b1-%ce%bc%ce%b5%ce%af%ce%bd%ce%b5%cf%84%ce%b5-%cf%83%cf%84%ce%bf-%ce%bd%cf%84%ce%b1%ce%bb%ce%af","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/el\/where-to-stay-in-dali\/","title":{"rendered":"\u03a0\u03bf\u03cd \u03bd\u03b1 \u03bc\u03b5\u03af\u03bd\u03b5\u03c4\u03b5 \u03c3\u03c4\u03bf \u039d\u03c4\u03b1\u03bb\u03af: \u039f\u03b9 \u03ba\u03b1\u03bb\u03cd\u03c4\u03b5\u03c1\u03b5\u03c2 \u03c0\u03b5\u03c1\u03b9\u03bf\u03c7\u03ad\u03c2 \u03ba\u03b1\u03b9 \u03be\u03b5\u03bd\u03bf\u03b4\u03bf\u03c7\u03b5\u03af\u03b1"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"40356\" class=\"elementor elementor-40356\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element 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Other areas make more sense only when your trip has a clear priority, such as Erhai Lake scenery, design-led stays, or pure rail transit. In Dali, area choice usually matters more than small hotel-score differences.<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n  <li><p><strong>Best overall for first-time visitors:<\/strong> Dali Old Town<\/p><\/li>\n  <li><p><strong>Best for classic Dali atmosphere:<\/strong> Dali Old Town<\/p><\/li>\n  <li><p><strong>Best for Erhai walks, cycling, and slower stays:<\/strong> Caicun \/ Longkan<\/p><\/li>\n  <li><p><strong>Best for stronger sea-view vacations:<\/strong> Shuanglang<\/p><\/li>\n  <li><p><strong>Best for design-led scenic stays:<\/strong> Haidong<\/p><\/li>\n  <li><p><strong>Best for rail stopovers:<\/strong> Xiaguan \/ Dali Railway Station side, only when the transit logic is real<\/p><\/li>\n  <li><p><strong>Do not stay too far out just because it is cheaper:<\/strong> area logic usually matters more than small hotel-score differences<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9eb77ee elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9eb77ee\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/dali-travel-guide\/\">Dali<\/a> is not the kind of place where any \u201cdowntown\u201d hotel is enough. Staying in Dali Old Town, Caicun, Longkan, Shuanglang, Haidong, or near Xiaguan and Dali Railway Station leads to very different trips.<\/p><p>The real difference comes from old-town access, Erhai Lake access, walking convenience, dining, scenic value, and whether the base works better for sightseeing, leisure, or only transit. This guide shows which area fits which travel style and which hotels are worth prioritizing.<\/p><h2>How We Chose the Hotels in This Guide<\/h2><p>This guide is built to help readers choose the right area first, then shortlist hotels that work in real trips.<\/p><ul><li>No sponsored placements or paid recommendations<\/li><li>Based mainly on real guest ratings and reviews from major Chinese booking platforms<\/li><li>Area fit matters more than tiny review-score differences<\/li><li>We looked for repeated praise and repeated complaints, not just listing photos<\/li><li>Hotels were chosen for actual travel usefulness, not just star level or brochure appeal<\/li><li>In Dali, repeated comments about old-town convenience, Erhai access, sea-view value, noise, baggage handling, breakfast, parking, and transfer practicality matter a lot<\/li><\/ul><h2>Best Areas to Stay in Dali<\/h2><h3>Dali Old Town \/ Renmin Road \/ Foreigner Street Core<\/h3><figure id=\"attachment_39110\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-39110\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-39110\" title=\"Dali Ancient Town Night Gate Illuminated traditional tower and lively street scene under evening blue sky\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Ancient-Town-Night-Gate-Illuminated-traditional-tower-and-lively-street-scene-under-evening-blue-sky-e1775037098203.webp\" alt=\"Dali Ancient Town Night Gate Illuminated traditional tower and lively street scene under evening blue sky\" width=\"500\" height=\"361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Ancient-Town-Night-Gate-Illuminated-traditional-tower-and-lively-street-scene-under-evening-blue-sky-e1775037098203.webp 1440w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Ancient-Town-Night-Gate-Illuminated-traditional-tower-and-lively-street-scene-under-evening-blue-sky-e1775037098203-500x361.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Ancient-Town-Night-Gate-Illuminated-traditional-tower-and-lively-street-scene-under-evening-blue-sky-e1775037098203-1024x740.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Ancient-Town-Night-Gate-Illuminated-traditional-tower-and-lively-street-scene-under-evening-blue-sky-e1775037098203-300x217.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Ancient-Town-Night-Gate-Illuminated-traditional-tower-and-lively-street-scene-under-evening-blue-sky-e1775037098203-768x555.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Ancient-Town-Night-Gate-Illuminated-traditional-tower-and-lively-street-scene-under-evening-blue-sky-e1775037098203-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Ancient-Town-Night-Gate-Illuminated-traditional-tower-and-lively-street-scene-under-evening-blue-sky-e1775037098203-150x108.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-39110\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dali Ancient Town Night Gate<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>For most first-time visitors, this is still the safest place to stay in Dali. It gives you the strongest mix of old-town walking, food, night strolls, and everyday convenience, and it works better than Shuanglang or Haidong for a first trip. If you want caf\u00e9s, busy lanes, easy dinners, and a base that makes day trips simple, this is the area to check first.<\/p><p>It is not always the quietest or the newest part of Dali. Some older Bai-style buildings have hardware tradeoffs, popular lanes can stay noisy at night, and baggage handling on stone roads can be inconvenient. Even so, this remains the best all-around base for travelers who want classic Dali atmosphere without overcomplicating the trip.<\/p><h4>Jijian Canghai Dali Old Town\uff08\u65e2\u89c1\u00b7\u82cd\u6d77\uff08\u5927\u7406\u53e4\u57ce\u5e97\uff09\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> upper-mid design guesthouse<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> couples, first-time visitors, and readers who want the safest all-around stay inside the old town<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.9\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 500\u2013900 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> excellent service reputation; quieter lane location than the busiest nightlife strips; strong design feel; useful balance between old-town atmosphere and sleep quality; thoughtful extras such as welcome treats and warm service touches<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> pricier than standard guesthouses; limited room count means availability can tighten fast on holidays and weekends<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the safest all-around pick here if you want strong old-town location logic with higher service quality and lower stay risk<\/p><h4>Dali Ancient Town Fangtang Hotel\uff08\u5927\u7406\u53e4\u57ce\u65b9\u7cd6\u9152\u5e97\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> mid-range design hotel<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> younger travelers, short stays, and readers who want better value with a more stylish feel in the old town<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.8\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 300\u2013500 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> strong price-performance; modern design and smart-room feel; practical access to Renmin Road and major old-town streets; better fit than many plain budget inns if you still want some character<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> some rooms may feel compact; style may not appeal to everyone; still not ideal if you want total quiet<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the best value pick here if you want central old-town convenience without paying premium guesthouse prices<\/p><h4>Dali Old Town No.1 Courtyard\uff08\u5927\u7406\u53e4\u57ce\u4e00\u53f7\u9662\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> premium courtyard-style resort hotel<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> families, quieter stays, and readers who want stronger comfort and privacy while staying inside the old town<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.7\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 800\u20131,500 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> calmer garden-style environment; more private than most old-town inns; stronger family comfort; better fit for travelers who want old-town access without sleeping right inside the noisiest lanes<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> expensive; not as immediately plugged into the busiest walking streets; less value-driven than smaller design inns<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the strongest comfort-led and quieter premium choice here if you want old-town convenience with more space and less noise pressure<\/p><p><strong>Backup option:<\/strong> Dali Ancient Town Susuo Light Luxury Guesthouse\uff08\u5927\u7406\u53e4\u57ce\u7d20\u8bf4\u00b7\u8f7b\u5962\u6c11\u5bbf\uff09 works well if you want another newer-feeling small stay with strong reviews and a calmer guesthouse vibe.<\/p><h3>Caicun \/ Longkan \/ West-Erhai Slow-Travel Belt<\/h3><figure id=\"attachment_37925\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-37925\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-37925\" title=\"Longkan Pier Seagulls at Erhai Lake red autumn trees and flying seagulls above Erhai Lake walkway in Dali Yunnan\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Longkan-Pier-Seagulls-at-Erhai-Lake-red-autumn-trees-and-flying-seagulls-above-Erhai-Lake-walkway-in-Dali-Yunnan-e1773671886127.webp\" alt=\"Longkan Pier Seagulls at Erhai Lake red autumn trees and flying seagulls above Erhai Lake walkway in Dali Yunnan\" width=\"500\" height=\"348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Longkan-Pier-Seagulls-at-Erhai-Lake-red-autumn-trees-and-flying-seagulls-above-Erhai-Lake-walkway-in-Dali-Yunnan-e1773671886127.webp 1553w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Longkan-Pier-Seagulls-at-Erhai-Lake-red-autumn-trees-and-flying-seagulls-above-Erhai-Lake-walkway-in-Dali-Yunnan-e1773671886127-500x348.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Longkan-Pier-Seagulls-at-Erhai-Lake-red-autumn-trees-and-flying-seagulls-above-Erhai-Lake-walkway-in-Dali-Yunnan-e1773671886127-1024x712.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Longkan-Pier-Seagulls-at-Erhai-Lake-red-autumn-trees-and-flying-seagulls-above-Erhai-Lake-walkway-in-Dali-Yunnan-e1773671886127-300x209.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Longkan-Pier-Seagulls-at-Erhai-Lake-red-autumn-trees-and-flying-seagulls-above-Erhai-Lake-walkway-in-Dali-Yunnan-e1773671886127-768x534.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Longkan-Pier-Seagulls-at-Erhai-Lake-red-autumn-trees-and-flying-seagulls-above-Erhai-Lake-walkway-in-Dali-Yunnan-e1773671886127-1536x1068.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Longkan-Pier-Seagulls-at-Erhai-Lake-red-autumn-trees-and-flying-seagulls-above-Erhai-Lake-walkway-in-Dali-Yunnan-e1773671886127-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Longkan-Pier-Seagulls-at-Erhai-Lake-red-autumn-trees-and-flying-seagulls-above-Erhai-Lake-walkway-in-Dali-Yunnan-e1773671886127-150x104.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-37925\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Longkan Pier Seagulls at Erhai Lake<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>This side works better for Erhai Lake\uff08\u6d31\u6d77\uff09 walks, cycling, sunrise, and quieter stays than for dense old-town sightseeing. It suits couples, photographers, and slower itineraries well, and it feels more peaceful and more scenic than the old town without pushing you as far out as Shuanglang. If your idea of Dali is early light, lakeside paths, and a calmer rhythm, this area makes a lot of sense.<\/p><p>It is still close enough to the old town for short taxi rides, which is a big advantage over more distant sea-view zones. The tradeoff is that dining and nightlife are clearly weaker than in Dali Old Town, and true front-row sea-view rooms usually carry noticeable premiums. This is the right area when lake access matters more than nonstop convenience.<\/p><h4>Dali Strength Hilton Hotel\uff08\u5927\u7406\u5b9e\u529b\u5e0c\u5c14\u987f\u9152\u5e97\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> luxury resort hotel<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> families, relaxed scenic stays, and readers who want the safest all-around premium pick on this side of Dali<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.7\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 1,000\u20132,000 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> strong international-brand baseline; fuller resort facilities; excellent broader mountain-and-lake views; better family fit than many small sea-view inns; stronger service consistency and lower decision risk<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> expensive; hillside setting means it is not the most immediate walk-out-to-water option; less intimate than smaller lakefront stays<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the safest all-around pick here if you want stronger comfort, broader views, and a more complete resort-style stay near the west Erhai belt<\/p><h4>Haiyao Sea-View Inn Longkan Wharf\uff08\u5927\u7406\u6d77\u8c23\u6d77\u666f\u5ba2\u6808\uff08\u9f99\u9f9b\u7801\u5934\u5e97\uff09\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> mid-range sea-view inn<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> practical travelers, photographers, and readers who want better-value front-row Erhai access<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.8\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 400\u2013700 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> very strong Longkan sunrise logic; true front-row water access; good scenic value for the price; easy fit for travelers who care more about lake position than polished resort facilities<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> more basic than branded hotels; service can feel less standardized; dining choices nearby are limited compared with the old town<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the best value pick here if you want real Erhai proximity and sunrise convenience without moving into luxury pricing<\/p><h4>Dali Erhai Wake Up\uff08\u5927\u7406\u6d31\u6d77\u9192\u6765\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> upper-mid design sea-view guesthouse<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> couples, scenic stays, and readers who want a stronger design-led and more relaxing lakefront experience<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.8\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 600\u20131,200 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> strong visual design; attractive photo value; some rooms offer large glass views and terrace-style lake experience; better fit for a stay-led trip than plain functional inns<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> expensive versus simpler lakefront stays; nearby food choices remain limited; value depends heavily on how much you care about design and room view<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the strongest scenic and more design-led choice here if you want a calmer Erhai stay with more visual appeal and less focus on pure budget efficiency<\/p><p><strong>Backup option:<\/strong> Dali Erhai Zhijing Garden Sea-View Hotel\uff08\u5927\u7406\u6d31\u6d77\u4e4b\u5883\u82b1\u56ed\u6d77\u666f\u9152\u5e97\uff09 is worth checking if you want another photogenic lakefront stay with a softer garden-style setting.<\/p><h3>Shuanglang Ancient Town \/ East-Erhai Sea-View Resort Area<\/h3><figure id=\"attachment_39121\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-39121\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-39121\" title=\"Shuanglang Lakeside House Dali White building with flowers overlooking Erhai Lake and peaceful mountain backdrop\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Shuanglang-Lakeside-House-Dali-White-building-with-flowers-overlooking-Erhai-Lake-and-peaceful-mountain-backdrop-e1775037917276.webp\" alt=\"Shuanglang Lakeside House Dali White building with flowers overlooking Erhai Lake and peaceful mountain backdrop\" width=\"300\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Shuanglang-Lakeside-House-Dali-White-building-with-flowers-overlooking-Erhai-Lake-and-peaceful-mountain-backdrop-e1775037917276.webp 1080w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Shuanglang-Lakeside-House-Dali-White-building-with-flowers-overlooking-Erhai-Lake-and-peaceful-mountain-backdrop-e1775037917276-388x500.webp 388w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Shuanglang-Lakeside-House-Dali-White-building-with-flowers-overlooking-Erhai-Lake-and-peaceful-mountain-backdrop-e1775037917276-796x1024.webp 796w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Shuanglang-Lakeside-House-Dali-White-building-with-flowers-overlooking-Erhai-Lake-and-peaceful-mountain-backdrop-e1775037917276-233x300.webp 233w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Shuanglang-Lakeside-House-Dali-White-building-with-flowers-overlooking-Erhai-Lake-and-peaceful-mountain-backdrop-e1775037917276-768x988.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Shuanglang-Lakeside-House-Dali-White-building-with-flowers-overlooking-Erhai-Lake-and-peaceful-mountain-backdrop-e1775037917276-9x12.webp 9w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Shuanglang-Lakeside-House-Dali-White-building-with-flowers-overlooking-Erhai-Lake-and-peaceful-mountain-backdrop-e1775037917276-150x193.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-39121\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shuanglang Lakeside House Dali<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>This is the strongest area in Dali for a full sea-view vacation feel. It works better for scenic stays than for first-time sightseeing efficiency, and it suits couples, photo-led trips, and hotel-led vacations where the room view matters as much as the itinerary. If you want to feel like you are staying inside the scenery, this is where Dali gets most dramatic.<\/p><p>It is not ideal for travelers trying to move efficiently between many Dali sights. Narrow lanes, baggage handling, and vehicle access are real tradeoffs, and dining is pricier and less practical than in the old town. Peak dates also get expensive and crowded fast. Stay here when the view is the trip.<\/p><h4>Hushan Yunyin Gezeling Garden Sea-View Guesthouse\uff08\u5927\u7406\u53cc\u5eca\u6e56\u5c71\u4e91\u9690\u00b7Gezeling\u82b1\u56ed\u6d77\u666f\u6c11\u5bbf\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> upper-mid sea-view guesthouse<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> couples, scenic stays, and readers who want the safest all-around stay in Shuanglang without jumping straight to the very top price tier<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.9\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 800\u20131,500 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> very strong review reputation; standout garden atmosphere; better service warmth than many generic scenic inns; strong scenic payoff without being the absolute highest-priced choice<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> limited inventory makes booking harder on popular dates; still expensive; not ideal if you are trying to keep the whole trip efficient and practical<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the safest all-around pick here if you want strong scenery, strong reviews, and a more complete Shuanglang stay without choosing the most extreme luxury option<\/p><h4>Dali Shuanglang Chunshang She Designer Sea-View Inn\uff08\u5927\u7406\u53cc\u5eca\u6751\u4e0a\u6625\u820d\u00b7\u8bbe\u8ba1\u5e08\u6d77\u666f\u5ba2\u6808\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> mid-range sea-view design inn<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> value-conscious scenic travelers and readers who want front-row sea-view feel at a lower price than premium flagship stays<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.8\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 500\u2013900 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> very good scenic value; design feel remains attractive; easier entry price for Shuanglang; strong fit for travelers who want the experience of staying in the view without paying top-tier resort pricing<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> smaller scale and simpler service; less polished than premium stays; public areas and room size may feel more limited<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the best value pick here if you want to experience Shuanglang\u2019s scenic logic without paying full luxury-level rates<\/p><h4>Muxi Dali Hotel Shuanglang\uff08\u5927\u7406\u53cc\u5eca\u6728\u5915\u5927\u91cc\u9152\u5e97\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> luxury design resort hotel<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> couples, iconic scenic stays, and readers who want the strongest premium visual experience in Shuanglang<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.8\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 1,200\u20132,500 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> standout design identity; iconic sea-view appeal; very strong photo value; better for travelers who want the hotel itself to feel like the destination<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> very expensive; difficult to book on peak dates; weaker fit for travelers who care more about mobility and efficiency than view and atmosphere<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the strongest premium and iconic scenic choice here if you want one of the most memorable hotel-led stays in the Dali area<\/p><p><strong>Backup option:<\/strong> Dali Shuanglang Seven Rooms Design Resort\uff08\u5927\u7406\u53cc\u5eca\u4e03\u95f4\u623f\u00b7\u8bbe\u8ba1\u5ea6\u5047\u9152\u5e97\uff09 works well if you want a smaller, more private design stay with strong scenic personality.<\/p><h3>Haidong \/ Ideal State \/ Quiet Scenic Design-Stay Belt<\/h3><figure id=\"attachment_40358\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40358\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40358\" title=\"Ideal Town Dali Santorini Style Village White Mediterranean architecture with flower filled terraces and scenic hillside walkway\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ideal-Town-Dali-Santorini-Style-Village-White-Mediterranean-architecture-with-flower-filled-terraces-and-scenic-hillside-walkway-e1776679254214.webp\" alt=\"Ideal Town Dali Santorini Style Village White Mediterranean architecture with flower filled terraces and scenic hillside walkway\" width=\"300\" height=\"387\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ideal-Town-Dali-Santorini-Style-Village-White-Mediterranean-architecture-with-flower-filled-terraces-and-scenic-hillside-walkway-e1776679254214.webp 1080w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ideal-Town-Dali-Santorini-Style-Village-White-Mediterranean-architecture-with-flower-filled-terraces-and-scenic-hillside-walkway-e1776679254214-387x500.webp 387w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ideal-Town-Dali-Santorini-Style-Village-White-Mediterranean-architecture-with-flower-filled-terraces-and-scenic-hillside-walkway-e1776679254214-793x1024.webp 793w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ideal-Town-Dali-Santorini-Style-Village-White-Mediterranean-architecture-with-flower-filled-terraces-and-scenic-hillside-walkway-e1776679254214-232x300.webp 232w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ideal-Town-Dali-Santorini-Style-Village-White-Mediterranean-architecture-with-flower-filled-terraces-and-scenic-hillside-walkway-e1776679254214-768x991.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ideal-Town-Dali-Santorini-Style-Village-White-Mediterranean-architecture-with-flower-filled-terraces-and-scenic-hillside-walkway-e1776679254214-9x12.webp 9w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Ideal-Town-Dali-Santorini-Style-Village-White-Mediterranean-architecture-with-flower-filled-terraces-and-scenic-hillside-walkway-e1776679254214-150x194.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40358\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ideal Town Dali Santorini Style Village<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>This side works better for quiet scenic stays and design-led hotels than for practical sightseeing. It suits couples, photo trips, and hotel-focused vacations, and in some parts it feels more modern and quieter than Shuanglang. If design, privacy, and a curated stay matter most, this area is appealing.<\/p><p>The tradeoff is that it is weak for local-life experience and daily convenience. Most movement depends on taxis, and it works better for stay-led vacations than for sightseeing-heavy first trips. Choose it only when quiet scenery and hotel feel matter more than transport ease.<\/p><h4>Dali Guyue Dihui Cliff Sea-View Hotel\uff08\u5927\u7406\u6cbd\u6708\u00b7\u5e1d\u73f2\u60ac\u5d16\u6d77\u666f\u9152\u5e97\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> upper-mid scenic hotel<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> couples, photo-led trips, and readers who want the safest all-around balance of view and value in Haidong<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.8\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 800\u20131,500 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> strong cliff-view payoff; more affordable than the most famous ultra-luxury stays nearby; design feels polished enough for a stay-led trip; good compromise between scenic drama and budget control<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> taxi dependence remains high; still expensive in absolute terms; weaker if you plan to move around Dali frequently<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the safest all-around pick here if you want Haidong scenery and a strong hotel feel without jumping into the highest luxury bracket<\/p><h4>Dali Haidong Extreme View Hotel\uff08\u5927\u7406\u6d77\u4e1c\u65b9\u00b7\u6781\u666f\u9152\u5e97\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> upper-mid sea-view guesthouse<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> quieter stays, scenic rest, and readers who want better-value Haidong views with less focus on prestige branding<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.7\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 600\u20131,000 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> calmer environment; strong view value for the price; useful if you want Haidong\u2019s quiet scenery without paying for a flagship hotel name; better fit for low-key scenic stays than for influencer-style destination booking<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> daily convenience is weak; nearby food and services remain limited; less polished than stronger premium options<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the best value pick here if you want quiet Haidong scenery and do not need the most famous hotel identity<\/p><h4>Dali Songyun Cliff Hotel\uff08\u5927\u7406\u677e\u4e91\u60ac\u5d16\u9152\u5e97\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> luxury cliff resort hotel<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> premium scenic stays, honeymoons, and readers who want the strongest iconic cliff-view experience in Haidong<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.7\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 1,500\u20133,000 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> dramatic cliffside visuals; highly distinctive design; strong privacy and scenic impact; excellent fit for travelers who want the stay itself to be the main event<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> very expensive; tourist-photo atmosphere in the wider zone can feel heavy; still poor for practical sightseeing efficiency<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the strongest premium cliff-view choice here if your Dali plan is mainly about design, scenery, and a hotel-led getaway<\/p><p><strong>Backup option:<\/strong> Dali PURE SOUL Muxin Castle Cliff Hotel\uff08\u5927\u7406PURE SOUL\u00b7\u7267\u5fc3\u5821\u60ac\u5d16\u9152\u5e97\uff09 works if you want another highly photogenic scenic stay with a more design-focused identity.<\/p><h3>Xiaguan \/ Dali Railway Station \/ Practical Transit Logic<\/h3><figure id=\"attachment_39127\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-39127\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-39127\" title=\"Dali Railway Station Modern Architecture Large transportation hub with flowing roof design and busy traffic in Yunnan city\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Railway-Station-Modern-Architecture-Large-transportation-hub-with-flowing-roof-design-and-busy-traffic-in-Yunnan-city-e1775038155689.webp\" alt=\"Dali Railway Station Modern Architecture Large transportation hub with flowing roof design and busy traffic in Yunnan city\" width=\"500\" height=\"358\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Railway-Station-Modern-Architecture-Large-transportation-hub-with-flowing-roof-design-and-busy-traffic-in-Yunnan-city-e1775038155689.webp 1440w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Railway-Station-Modern-Architecture-Large-transportation-hub-with-flowing-roof-design-and-busy-traffic-in-Yunnan-city-e1775038155689-500x358.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Railway-Station-Modern-Architecture-Large-transportation-hub-with-flowing-roof-design-and-busy-traffic-in-Yunnan-city-e1775038155689-1024x734.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Railway-Station-Modern-Architecture-Large-transportation-hub-with-flowing-roof-design-and-busy-traffic-in-Yunnan-city-e1775038155689-300x215.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Railway-Station-Modern-Architecture-Large-transportation-hub-with-flowing-roof-design-and-busy-traffic-in-Yunnan-city-e1775038155689-768x550.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Railway-Station-Modern-Architecture-Large-transportation-hub-with-flowing-roof-design-and-busy-traffic-in-Yunnan-city-e1775038155689-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Dali-Railway-Station-Modern-Architecture-Large-transportation-hub-with-flowing-roof-design-and-busy-traffic-in-Yunnan-city-e1775038155689-150x108.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-39127\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dali Railway Station Modern Architecture<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>This side is useful for rail timing and short practical stays, not for tourism atmosphere. It works for late arrivals, early departures, and one-night stopovers when function matters more than experience. If the point is simply to arrive, sleep, and leave easily, this area does the job.<\/p><p>It is not a real sightseeing base. Choosing it for a normal first Dali trip usually weakens the stay because it pulls you away from the old town and Erhai. Here, function comes first and experience comes second.<\/p><h4>JI Hotel Dali High-Speed Railway Station\uff08\u5168\u5b63\u9152\u5e97\u00b7\u5927\u7406\u9ad8\u94c1\u7ad9\u5e97\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> upper-mid chain hotel<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> rail arrivals, one-night stopovers, and readers who want the safest all-around practical pick near the station<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.8\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 300\u2013500 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> stable chain quality; very practical station access; cleaner and more dependable than many random transit stays; low-risk choice for short stopovers<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> standard business-hotel feel; weak tourism value; not useful if you want real Dali atmosphere<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the safest all-around pick here if station timing is the real reason for the stay<\/p><h4>Lavande Hotel Dali High-Speed Railway Station\uff08\u9e97\u67ab\u9152\u5e97\u00b7\u5927\u7406\u9ad8\u94c1\u7ad9\u5e97\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> mid-range chain hotel<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> travelers who want a more stable branded stay with a slightly more polished short-stop feel<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.7\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 300\u2013500 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> dependable chain standard; practical for transit logic; easier decision than smaller unknown station hotels; more comfortable than bare-bones budget choices<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> still a purely functional location; not especially distinctive; less value-driven than simpler options if you only need a few hours of sleep<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the strongest mid-range stable chain pick here if you want predictability and a smoother overnight near the station<\/p><h4>Hanting Hotel Dali High-Speed Railway Station\uff08\u6c49\u5ead\u9152\u5e97\u00b7\u5927\u7406\u9ad8\u94c1\u7ad9\u5e97\uff09<\/h4><p><strong>Hotel positioning:<\/strong> budget chain hotel<\/p><p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> strict-budget travelers, simple overnights, and readers who want the lowest practical rail-side cost<\/p><p><strong>Rating:<\/strong> 4.6\/5<\/p><p><strong>Price range:<\/strong> about RMB 250\u2013400 per night<\/p><p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> lower entry price; practical station reach; straightforward overnight logic; useful when budget matters more than hotel character<\/p><p><strong>Cons:<\/strong> more basic facilities; weaker comfort ceiling; not relevant for a sightseeing-led stay<\/p><p><strong>Verdict:<\/strong> the best low-budget practical pick here if your Dali station stay is purely functional<\/p><p><strong>Backup option:<\/strong> Dali Weisheng Shanhaiwan Hotel\uff08\u5927\u7406\u7ef4\u7b19\u5c71\u6d77\u6e7e\u9152\u5e97\uff09 works if you want a larger, more business-oriented stay with fuller facilities in the broader Xiaguan area.<\/p><h2>How to Think About Where to Stay in Dali<\/h2><ul><li><p>Start by deciding whether your trip is mainly about old-town walking, Erhai slow travel, sea-view vacation, or pure rail transit.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Do not treat \u201cstaying in Dali\u201d as one single experience. Dali Old Town, Caicun, Longkan, Shuanglang, Haidong, and Xiaguan solve very different travel needs.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Choose Dali Old Town when first-time sightseeing, food, night strolls, and flexible day trips matter most.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Choose Caicun or Longkan when your priority is Erhai walks, cycling, sunrise rhythm, and a slower pace close to the old town.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Choose Shuanglang when you want a destination-style scenic stay.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Choose Haidong when quiet design-led vacations and private sea-view stays matter more than convenience.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Treat Xiaguan and the Dali Railway Station side as practical, not memorable.<\/p><\/li><li><p>If you stay only 1\u20132 nights, the wrong area can clearly reduce efficiency.<\/p><\/li><li><p>If you want both old-town convenience and sea-view stays, decide which one is the main base.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Area choice usually matters more than tiny review-score differences.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2>Best Area to Stay in Dali by Travel Style<\/h2><div style=\"overflow-x: auto; max-width: 100%; max-height: 500px;\"><table border=\"1\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\"><thead><tr><th><p><b>Travel style<\/b><\/p><\/th><th><p><b>Best area<\/b><\/p><\/th><th><p><b>Why<\/b><\/p><\/th><th><p><b>Watch out for<\/b><\/p><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><p>First-time visitors<\/p><\/td><td><p>Dali Old Town \/ Renmin Road \/ Foreigner Street Core<\/p><\/td><td><p>Best overall balance of sightseeing, food, walking convenience, and day-trip flexibility<\/p><\/td><td><p>Busy lanes, noise at night, and some older buildings<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p>Classic Dali atmosphere seekers<\/p><\/td><td><p>Dali Old Town \/ Renmin Road \/ Foreigner Street Core<\/p><\/td><td><p>Strongest old-town mood, street life, local dining, and recognizable Dali feel<\/p><\/td><td><p>Stone lanes, luggage friction, and uneven hardware quality<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p>Slow-travel \/ Erhai lovers<\/p><\/td><td><p>Caicun \/ Longkan \/ West-Erhai Slow-Travel Belt<\/p><\/td><td><p>Best for lake walks, cycling, sunrise rhythm, and relaxed days close to the water<\/p><\/td><td><p>Dining and nightlife are weaker than in the old town<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p>Couples \/ scenic-stay travelers<\/p><\/td><td><p>Shuanglang Ancient Town \/ East-Erhai Sea-View Resort Area<\/p><\/td><td><p>Strongest sea-view vacation feel and most destination-led romantic scenery<\/p><\/td><td><p>Higher prices, luggage hassle, and weaker sightseeing efficiency<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p>Families<\/p><\/td><td><p>Caicun \/ Longkan \/ West-Erhai Slow-Travel Belt<\/p><\/td><td><p>Better balance of scenery, calmer pace, and easier access than more isolated sea-view zones<\/p><\/td><td><p>Limited nearby services compared with the old town<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p>Quiet comfort seekers<\/p><\/td><td><p>Haidong \/ Ideal State \/ Quiet Scenic Design-Stay Belt<\/p><\/td><td><p>Quieter, more private, and more design-led than busier old-town or tourist-core stays<\/p><\/td><td><p>Taxi dependence and weak daily convenience<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p>Rail stopovers<\/p><\/td><td><p>Xiaguan \/ Dali Railway Station \/ Practical Transit Logic<\/p><\/td><td><p>Best for train timing, one-night overnights, and low-friction arrivals or departures<\/p><\/td><td><p>No real Dali travel atmosphere<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p>Budget travelers<\/p><\/td><td><p>Dali Old Town \/ Renmin Road \/ Foreigner Street Core<\/p><\/td><td><p>Best chance to stay in the main travel area without wasting money on constant transport<\/p><\/td><td><p>Need to filter carefully for noise, building age, and room quality<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><h2>Where Not to Stay in Dali for Most Tourists<\/h2><ul><li><p>Avoid too-far outer villages or mountain-side stays unless the stay itself is the whole point. They may look peaceful online, but they often make dining, day trips, and spontaneous movement much harder.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Be careful with cheap stays that weaken both old-town access and Erhai access. Saving on the room can cost more in taxi time and lost flexibility.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Do not use Xiaguan as a multi-day sightseeing base unless the rail logic is truly the reason.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Avoid remote parts of Shuanglang or Haidong for a fast-paced first trip.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Be cautious with low-cost stays repeatedly criticized for dampness, poor soundproofing, unstable hot water, weak Wi-Fi, or misleading location claims.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Skip places that look cheaper but make walking, dining, and scenic movement noticeably harder in practice.<\/p><\/li><li><p>These places are not necessarily bad. They are usually just the wrong fit for most first-time Dali visitors focused on the old town, Erhai scenery, and relaxed travel.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2>How Much Should You Budget for Staying in Dali?<\/h2><div style=\"overflow-x: auto; max-width: 100%; max-height: 500px;\"><table border=\"1\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"8\"><thead><tr><th><p><b>Budget level<\/b><\/p><\/th><th><p><b>Typical nightly range<\/b><\/p><\/th><th><p><b>What to expect<\/b><\/p><\/th><th><p><b>Best-fit areas<\/b><\/p><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><p>Budget<\/p><\/td><td><p>RMB 180\u2013320<\/p><\/td><td><p>Simple but workable rooms, usually with more tradeoffs on soundproofing, room size, design, or exact location. This tier works best when you care more about function than view.<\/p><\/td><td><p>Xiaguan \/ Dali Railway Station side, outer edges of Dali Old Town<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p>Mid-range<\/p><\/td><td><p>RMB 320\u2013600<\/p><\/td><td><p>The sweet spot for most travelers. You can usually get a comfortable guesthouse or hotel with a good location, decent design, and a much smoother stay experience.<\/p><\/td><td><p>Dali Old Town, Caicun \/ Longkan, selected practical sea-view stays<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p>Upper-mid \/ Comfort<\/p><\/td><td><p>RMB 600\u20131,000<\/p><\/td><td><p>Better design, better service, stronger views, and more polished rooms. This is where many of Dali\u2019s more memorable stays begin.<\/p><\/td><td><p>Better Dali Old Town boutique stays, stronger Caicun \/ Longkan sea-view hotels, entry-level Shuanglang stays<\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p>Luxury<\/p><\/td><td><p>RMB 1,000+<\/p><\/td><td><p>Premium design, stronger scenic value, more privacy, and the highest chance of standout sea views or resort-style comfort.<\/p><\/td><td><p>Front-row Shuanglang stays, Haidong cliff hotels, premium design-led properties<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><p>Dali pricing is highly seasonal, so the same room can change sharply between ordinary weekdays and busy holiday dates. The real gap usually comes from sea-view quality, design, location, weekends, and holidays rather than just hotel star level. For most travelers, a mid-range budget is already enough for a good stay in the right area. Front-row Shuanglang rooms, Haidong cliff hotels, and stronger design stays carry clear premiums, especially in summer, on weekends, and during major holidays. For a broader travel spending benchmark, see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/cost-of-travel-in-china\/\">Cost to Travel in China<\/a>.<\/p><h2>Practical Tips for Choosing Where to Stay in Dali<\/h2><ul><li><p>Lock the area first, then compare hotels inside it. In Dali, the right district usually matters more than a slightly higher score somewhere less useful.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Do not rely only on labels like \u201cnear downtown\u201d or \u201cnear Erhai.\u201d<\/p><\/li><li><p>In the old town, check street noise, old-building tradeoffs, luggage access, and whether the property offers pickup help.<\/p><\/li><li><p>For Erhai stays, verify whether the sea view is truly front-row.<\/p><\/li><li><p>For Shuanglang and Haidong, decide whether the scenery is really worth the tradeoff in convenience.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Xiaguan works only when the rail logic is real.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Dinner access, breakfast convenience, and evening walkability directly affect stay value.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Book early for holidays and summer peaks.<\/p><\/li><li><p>Families should check room layout, quietness, child-friendliness, and transport convenience, not just rating scores.<\/p><\/li><li><p>In recent reviews, focus on noise, dampness, hot water, Wi-Fi, location truthfulness, service, and parking.<\/p><\/li><li><p>It also helps to review broader <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/china-travel-tips\/\">China Travel Tips<\/a> before locking in your stay.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2>FAQs About Where to Stay in Dali<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b40d349 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"b40d349\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;multiple&quot;,&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1880\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1880\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Where is the best area to stay in Dali for first-time visitors? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1880\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c725cb9 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c725cb9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-de9790e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"de9790e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\">For most first-time visitors, Dali Old Town is still the best area. It gives you the easiest mix of food, walking, atmosphere, and access to day trips. If your priority is scenic lake time instead of convenience, then another area may suit you better.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1881\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1881\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Is it better to stay in Dali Old Town or near Erhai? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1881\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b346a8e e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b346a8e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-242342a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"242342a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\">For most first trips, Dali Old Town is the better base. Stay near Erhai only if your main goal is lake views, cycling, sunrise, and a slower vacation rhythm. The old town is stronger for flexibility and daily convenience.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1882\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1882\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Is Dali Old Town a good place to stay? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1882\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-17d557c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"17d557c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ab2a6d5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ab2a6d5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\">Yes, it is the safest all-around choice for most travelers. It works especially well if you want easy dining, night walks, and a strong first impression of Dali. The tradeoff is that some lanes are noisy and some older guesthouses have hardware limitations.<\/p><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 237px; top: 134.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1883\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1883\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Is Shuanglang worth staying in? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1883\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8b07ecc e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8b07ecc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ea73c0f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ea73c0f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\">Yes, but mainly for travelers who want a scenic stay rather than an efficient base. Shuanglang is better for sea-view rooms, slower days, and hotel-led vacations than for fast first-time sightseeing. It is often worth it for the right trip, but not for every trip.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1884\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1884\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Is Haidong a good place to stay in Dali? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1884\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-91d351a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"91d351a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-de365a9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"de365a9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\">Yes, if your priority is quiet design-led scenery. Haidong is better for couples, photo trips, and stay-focused vacations than for travelers who want daily convenience or local-life access. It is much weaker for practical sightseeing.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1885\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"6\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1885\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Should I stay near Dali Railway Station? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1885\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-335f787 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"335f787\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b459b0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4b459b0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\">Only if the rail timing is the real reason. It works well for late arrival, early departure, or a one-night stopover. For a normal Dali trip, it is too functional and too far from the main travel atmosphere.<\/p><div id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 189px; top: 110.5px;\"><div class=\"gtx-trans-icon\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1886\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"7\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1886\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Where should I stay in Dali for one night? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1886\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dbeda33 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"dbeda33\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-66be226 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"66be226\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\">If you only have one sightseeing-focused night, Dali Old Town is usually the smartest choice. It keeps food, walking, and general movement easy. If the stay is only about catching a train, then Xiaguan makes more sense.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1887\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"8\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1887\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How much does a hotel in Dali usually cost? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1887\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f995c80 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f995c80\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-52132f4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"52132f4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\">A workable budget stay often starts around RMB 180\u2013320, a solid mid-range stay usually falls around RMB 320\u2013600, and stronger comfort stays often run from RMB 600\u20131,000. High-end scenic stays in Shuanglang or Haidong usually start above that.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1888\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"9\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1888\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What is the best area for Erhai views and slow travel? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1888\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9a9ad5e e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9a9ad5e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8f026c6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8f026c6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\">Caicun and Longkan are usually the best balance for Erhai views and slow travel. They give you lakeside walking, cycling, and sunrise rhythm without pushing you as far out as Shuanglang. They are often the smartest scenic choice for travelers who still want some flexibility.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1889\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"10\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1889\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What is the most convenient area for sightseeing in Dali? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1889\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-60a0582 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"60a0582\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-84c0f21 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"84c0f21\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"><section class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69d64cca-e404-839e-be8e-bb8c671520c9-1\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-442\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\"><div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"><div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"><div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"><div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"41f6613d-7020-4867-95f2-a59f8bd3eb3d\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-4-thinking\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\"><div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"><div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"><p class=\"p1\">Dali Old Town is the most convenient sightseeing base overall. It is the easiest place for walking, food, evening activity, and flexible connections to the rest of the area. For most first-time visitors, nothing else matches it for all-around usefulness.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Where is the best area to stay in Dali for first-time visitors?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"For most first-time visitors, Dali Old Town is still the best area. It gives you the easiest mix of food, walking, atmosphere, and access to day trips. 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Learn where and when to expect snow across the country.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-27781 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-faqs tag-shanghai tag-shanghai-attraction tag-what tag-yu-garden\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/el\/what-is-special-about-yu-garden\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Bonsai-and-intricate-rock-formations-in-a-lush-corner-of-Yuyuan-Garden-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-26930\" alt=\"Bonsai and intricate rock formations in a lush corner of Yuyuan Garden\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/el\/wood-pig\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Wood-Pig-Chinese-Zodiac-Years-Meaning-Personality-with-wooden-pig-illustration-and-traditional-Chinese-style-design-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-44113\" alt=\"Wood Pig Chinese Zodiac Years Meaning Personality with wooden pig illustration and traditional Chinese style design\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Wood-Pig-Chinese-Zodiac-Years-Meaning-Personality-with-wooden-pig-illustration-and-traditional-Chinese-style-design-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Wood-Pig-Chinese-Zodiac-Years-Meaning-Personality-with-wooden-pig-illustration-and-traditional-Chinese-style-design-500x375.webp 500w, 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sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">Zodiac Year<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/el\/wood-pig\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tWood Pig Chinese Zodiac: Years, Meaning &#038; Personality\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>A complete guide to the Wood Pig zodiac: personality traits, career, love, health, Five Elements analysis, and the 2026 fortune forecast for those born in 1935 and 1995.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-33167 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-culture category-food tag-china tag-culture tag-food tag-food-culture\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/el\/chinese-food-culture\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Open-air-seafood-and-barbecue-food-stalls-near-Chegongmiao-in-Shenzhen-e1755010289628-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-27924\" alt=\"Open air seafood and barbecue food stalls near Chegongmiao in Shenzhen\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Open-air-seafood-and-barbecue-food-stalls-near-Chegongmiao-in-Shenzhen-e1755010289628-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Open-air-seafood-and-barbecue-food-stalls-near-Chegongmiao-in-Shenzhen-e1755010289628-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Open-air-seafood-and-barbecue-food-stalls-near-Chegongmiao-in-Shenzhen-e1755010289628-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Open-air-seafood-and-barbecue-food-stalls-near-Chegongmiao-in-Shenzhen-e1755010289628-16x12.webp 16w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Open-air-seafood-and-barbecue-food-stalls-near-Chegongmiao-in-Shenzhen-e1755010289628-150x113.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Open-air-seafood-and-barbecue-food-stalls-near-Chegongmiao-in-Shenzhen-e1755010289628.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__badge\">Culture<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__text\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-post__title\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/el\/chinese-food-culture\/\" >\n\t\t\t\tChinese Food Culture\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__excerpt\">\n\t\t\t<p>Discover the essence of Chinese food culture\u2014its history, regional cuisines, symbolism, and dining etiquette that reveal China\u2019s rich traditions and taste philosophy.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t\t\t\t<article class=\"elementor-post elementor-grid-item post-29413 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-attraction tag-attraction tag-attraction-travel-guide tag-beijing-attraction tag-peking-university tag-travel-guide tag-university\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-post__card\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/el\/peking-university\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" ><div class=\"elementor-post__thumbnail\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Peking-University-ornate-gate-under-blue-sky-\u2013-Traditional-Chinese-architectural-entrance-with-intricate-carvings-and-the-gold-Peking-University-plaque-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-29419\" alt=\"Peking University ornate gate under blue sky \u2013 Traditional Chinese architectural entrance with intricate carvings and the gold \u201cPeking University\u201d plaque.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Peking-University-ornate-gate-under-blue-sky-\u2013-Traditional-Chinese-architectural-entrance-with-intricate-carvings-and-the-gold-Peking-University-plaque-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thechinajourney.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Peking-University-ornate-gate-under-blue-sky-\u2013-Traditional-Chinese-architectural-entrance-with-intricate-carvings-and-the-gold-Peking-University-plaque-300x225.webp 300w, 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