Pingyao Ancient City Travel Guide

Jinzhong

The Traditional Architecture in Ping Yao,Shanxi
The Traditional Architecture in Ping Yao,Shanxi
The modernization of China has unfortunately seen many of its historical cities and landmarks destroyed. One that has been restored and untouched is the ancient walled city of Pingyao.  This was one of the few times the crowds of this beautiful city weren't overwhelming and i could take in the beauty and awe of this awesome sight 

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Where time stood still.

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Top hotels in Pingyao Ancient City

Water Hotel Pingyao

Water Hotel Pingyao

4 out of 5
No. 188 South Street, Pingyao Jinzhong Shanxi
The price is ฿3,067 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
฿3,067
฿3,251 total
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Jinzhong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free train station pick-up. Popular attractions Former Residence ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Water Hotel Pingyao
Hongxingju Inn

Hongxingju Inn

3 out of 5
Beihai West Street Jinzhong Shanxi
The price is ฿647 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
฿647
฿755 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Jinzhong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Popular attractions Rishengchang Exchange Shop and Pingyao ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Other than the fact that no one was there when I arrived and I had to call and wait for them, things were great. The hot water also took a while to arrive and didn't last long. But the staff were helpful and the location was close to most of what you want to see in Pingyao.

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2023

Hongxingju Inn
Pingyao Hongyuyuan Inn

Pingyao Hongyuyuan Inn

2.5 out of 5
No.167 South Street Jinzhong Shanxi
The price is ฿749 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿749
฿873 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this country house in Jinzhong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Former Residence of Lei Lutai and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
The place is located at South Avenue within the ancient city, near to Pingyao South Gate, or 15min walking distance from Small South Gate (alternative, take buggy for 10yuan). The signage for Hongyuyuan hotel was not obvious, it is easier to find using address. The staff is friendly and welcoming. ...

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2024

Pingyao Hongyuyuan Inn
Elsewhere Boutique Hotel Inn North Street

Elsewhere Boutique Hotel Inn North Street

3.5 out of 5
No. 38 Beimadao Street Jinzhong
The price is ฿1,025 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
฿1,025
฿1,195 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Jinzhong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions China Ticket No Museum and Nine Dragon Screen are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
The hotel is incredibly beautiful, very clean and the staff is like no other. They really helped us during our stay and were super nice.

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Elsewhere Boutique Hotel Inn North Street
Pingyao Ji Family Courtyard Inn

Pingyao Ji Family Courtyard Inn

2.5 out of 5
No. 63 East Pingyao Street Jinzhong Shanxi
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jinzhong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Chinese Chamber of Commerce ...
The room we stayed in was nice. It was very dusty in Pingyao. I asked for clean towels on the second day of our stay because they were dirty. It was an awkward conversation, clearly they did not want to provide clean towels. In the end they didn’t and we were left to use dusty dirty towels.

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2019

Pingyao Ji Family Courtyard Inn
Yide Hotel

Yide Hotel

4 out of 5
No. 16 Shaxiang Jie Jinzhong Shanxi
The price is ฿3,934 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
฿3,934
฿4,587 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jinzhong. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions China Ticket No Museum and Pingyao ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
Great hotel! The building complex itself is one of the most beautiful in Pingyao. Tucked away on a quiet corner near the main street. Really convenient car transfer from the train station. Good restaurant.

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

Yide Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Pingyao Ancient City

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Yuci District

You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Yuci District. You might want to make time for a stop at Chang Family Compound or Jinzhong Wanda Plaza.

Yuci District


Pingyao Ancient City Travel Guide