Hotel near Shazhou Market,Dunhuang2.8% of visitors choose this area
The Dunhuang Zhongzhou International Hotel was recently renovated in 2023, making it a fantastic choice for those staying in Dunhuang. With Dunhuang Railway Station just 13km away and Dunhuang Mogao International Airport only 15km away, transportation is very convenient. The nearby area boasts an abundance of attractions including Dunhuang Bookstore, Baima Tower and Shazhou Ancient City. After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. This Dunhuang hotel features parking on site. If you demand a high level of service, our guests have indicated that this hotel has excellent standards. This hotel is particularly popular with those traveling with families.
GGuest User2024.06.09
The service was exceedingly good at ZhongZhou hotel. I stayed with my wife and had a second room for my daughter and son in law.
The lobby always had someone to open doors/press the elevator button for guests. What really stood out to me was the attitude of the workers. Breakfast typically starts at 7, when I mentioned I had to leave at 6:15, the worker at the restaurant told me to come early, and she would have it ready for me. Unfortunately no fitness center but the laundry room was a plus. There were also plenty of washing machines (no dryers).
This hotel truly felt like a second home. The rooms and beds were also comfortable and clean. A fantastic stay overall, would definitely stay here again.
Hotel near Dunhuang Airport/Dunhuang Railway Station,Dunhuang6.1% of visitors choose this area
The Dunhuang International Hotel is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Dunhuang International Hotel is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Dunhuang. With Dunhuang Railway Station just 4km away and Dunhuang Mogao International Airport only 6km away, transportation is very convenient. With multiple attractions nearby including Ancient Sound of Dunhuang, Encore Dunhuang and Dunhuang Mogaoku Shuzi Zhanshi Center, guests will find plenty to keep themselves occupied. At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. This Dunhuang hotel features parking on site. If you are looking for a convenient place to stay, our guests have told us that this location is excellent. For guests traveling with families, this hotel is consistently one of the most popular choices.
GGuest User2025.04.22
Dunhuang International Hotel is perfect beyond expectation! The hotel is in an excellent location, just a few minutes away from the airport high-speed rail taxi, and a ten-minute walk to the Mogao Grottoes Digital Display Center or the Dunhuang Show. It is very convenient. Dunhuang itself is not big, and it only takes about 20 minutes to get to Mingsha Mountain in the city by taxi. The hotel staff did not relax the standards at all because of the off-season. Although it is a state-owned hotel, it does have a better service level than international five-star hotels. Every waiter is very proactive and smiling, which makes people feel warm. The room is spacious and well-planned. Although the facilities are a bit old, they are clean and hygienic. The water delivery and other services are very fast. The hotel also thoughtfully prepared a humidifier, which is so thoughtful. The spring in the northwest is too dry. The focus is on the breakfast and Chinese restaurant of this hotel. The breakfast perfectly surpasses the international chain five-star hotels such as Ritz-Carlton. Every dish is delicious, especially the beef noodles and mutton soup. It can be seen that the hotel is making every dish carefully. We almost ate at the hotel in the evening, and the hotel made a delicate and delicious green vegetable! Alas, I really don’t want to leave! I highly recommend this hotel. We are not a guest, and our children will miss the hotel breakfast when they come back! By the way, the hotel also provides a 7-seater business car to pick us up at the station for free once. The key is that the price is really a conscience price. Compared with the other two popular Bixi hotels in Dunhuang, it is really a comprehensive and cost-effective hotel. This is the first time I want to come to this place because of a hotel!
Hotel near Shazhou Market,Dunhuang2.8% of visitors choose this area
The Aisiting Hotel provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The Aisiting Hotel is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Dunhuang. Traveling to the hotel is easy with Dunhuang Railway Station located approximately 13km away and Dunhuang Mogao International Airport roughly 15km away. There is no shortage of things to see in the area, with the Dunhuang Desert Night Star International Desert Camping Park, Dunhuang Bookstore and Playing Pipa Statue all nearby. This hotel makes a great place to kick back and relax after a long day of sightseeing. This Dunhuang hotel provides parking on site. If you demand a high level of service, our guests have indicated that this hotel has excellent standards. This hotel is a popular accommodation for guests traveling with families.
XXi-lurenjia2024.08.13
Facilities: The hotel has complete facilities and is easy to use.
Hygiene: The hotel and the room are very clean.
Environment: The internal environment of the hotel is good, and the outside is adjacent to the main road, with convenient transportation.
Service: The overall service is very good! The front desk service is warm, thoughtful and meticulous, the room attendants are enthusiastic, and the catering department is enthusiastic.
Welcome snacks: The welcome snacks are rich, including small snacks, fruits, and yogurt. Thumbs up!
For this trip to Dunhuang, I browsed a lot of hotels on Ctrip before departure. Because it was a holiday or a weekend, many hotel rooms were tight. When I saw the Ai Si Ding Hotel, I finally decided through the hotel introduction, the passengers' messages, and the phone call to communicate with the front desk. When I arrived at the hotel, the reception of the little sister at the front desk was very enthusiastic. The hotel also upgraded our room type for free and explained the relevant service content very clearly. When we went to Mingsha Mountain, she helped us make an appointment for shoe covers. The hotel's breakfast is quite good, with many varieties and good taste. The hotel is in a good location, and it only costs more than ten yuan to take a taxi to Mingsha Mountain. You can walk or take the bus to Shazhou Night Market.
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Hotel near Shazhou Market,Dunhuang2.8% of visitors choose this area
The Oasis island · s Hotel (Dunhuang Shazhou night market) is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Oasis island · s Hotel (Dunhuang Shazhou night market) offers a pleasant stay in Dunhuang for those traveling for business or leisure. The hotel is only 12km from Dunhuang Railway Station and 14km from Dunhuang Mogao International Airport, giving guests a number of convenient transportation options. With multiple attractions nearby including Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes Replica Center, Mosque and Dunhuang Jasmine Princess Desert Stargazing Camp, guests will find plenty to keep themselves occupied. In their spare time, guests can explore the hotel's surroundings. According to our guests, this hotel provides a very high level of service. For guests traveling with families, this hotel is consistently one of the most popular choices.
Ssabbisch2024.11.24
The oasis hotel is located directly next to the night market with lots of shops and restaurants in walking distance. You can hear the music and noise from the street market, which stops at 11 pm. We had the family room which is very spacious and clean. We were here in November and the heater takes a long time to warm the room. I would recommend staying in this hotel.
Hotel near Shazhou Market,Dunhuang2.8% of visitors choose this area
The Dunhuang Yuntian International Hotel (Shazhou Night Market) is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Dunhuang Yuntian International Hotel (Shazhou Night Market) is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Dunhuang. Traveling to the hotel is easy with Dunhuang Railway Station located approximately 12km away and Dunhuang Mogao International Airport roughly 14km away. Seeing Dunhuang's sights from this hotel is easy with Shazhou Night Market, Mingsha Mountain Wanyou RV Wild Luxury Camping Site and Dunhuang Town all close by. At the end of a busy day, travelers can unwind and relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city. This Dunhuang hotel features parking on site. According to our guests, this hotel provides a very high level of service. For guests traveling with families, this hotel is consistently one of the most popular choices.
GGuest User2024.03.18
Strategically located to stage to places of interest: like Dunhuang spring crescent n also Mogao Grottoes. Within 20minutes.
Very affordable and great value for money with all the helpful front staff to housekeeping.
Just around the corner is the street food with lots of restaurants n the Shahzhou nite Market is just 15 minutes walk away.
I highly recommend anyone wishing to come to Dunhuang seeking reasonable and quality accommodation to stay here.
Hotel near Shazhou Market,Dunhuang2.8% of visitors choose this area
Dunhuang Weijing Hotel is a comprehensive high-end business hotel integrating business, tourism, conference, accommodation and catering, managed by Hong Kong China Travel Hotel Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of China Tourism Group. The hotel is located in the core of the city (No. 159 Xiangyun Road). With its superior geographical location and excellent service quality, it has become an ideal place for business people and tourist guests to and from Dunhuang.
The hotel has a unique geographical location: it takes 15 minutes to walk to the lively Shazhou Night Market, only a 10-minute drive to the world-famous Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring Scenic Area, a 15-minute drive directly to the Mogao Grottoes Digital Exhibition Center, and a 20-minute drive to easily connect to the railway station and the airport.
In 2024, the hotel will be newly renovated and upgraded all guest rooms, interpreting the aesthetics of modern travel with a simple and elegant decoration style. Each room is equipped with: Xilinmen zero-pressure mattress, ensuring deep sleep, 70-inch ultra-high-definition smart TV, enjoying an audio-visual feast, big-brand TOTO brand bathroom facilities, and ensuring quality life.
The hotel's conference facilities are complete: 2 large and small multi-functional conference rooms can flexibly meet the needs of different scales, equipped with advanced audio-visual equipment and a professional conference service team to guarantee you throughout the whole process.
Juxiange Restaurant on the second floor provides exquisite Chinese and Western cuisine. The elegant dining environment is matched with personalized service, allowing you to enjoy a unique dining experience.
The hotel parking lot is equipped with a full set of electronic monitoring equipment and an intelligent fire control system to provide 24-hour safety and security for your car.
Whether you are on a business trip or a leisure vacation, Dunhuang Weijing Hotel will accompany you to spend a wonderful time in Dunhuang with professional service and comfortable experience.
SSatyrFrost2024.07.17
Metropark is a nice hotel located near a river and is relatively central to the city. A lovely staff member, 李雪 (Li Xue) helped me check in and she took me to my hotel room. She was extremely helpful and friendly.
The hotel room is very spacious, clean and quite luxurious. The hotel is within walking distance to the night market and the museum.
Highly recommended.
这是一家不错的酒店,位于河边,相对靠近市中心。一位可爱的工作人员李雪帮我办理了入住手续,并带我去了酒店房间。她非常乐于助人,非常友好。
酒店房间非常宽敞、干净,相当豪华。从酒店步行即可到达夜市和博物馆。
强烈推荐。
Hotel near Shazhou Market,Dunhuang2.8% of visitors choose this area
Conveniently located on Middle Yangguang Road, the Fuguo Hotel (Fuguo Jiudian) is only a 15-minute drive from the airport and the railway station.This Dunhuang hotel features a rich local cultural motif. Rooms here are completely appointed with modern amenities including central air conditioning, international direct dial phones, satellite TVs, private safes, hair dryers and mini bars.When it comes to dining, a Chinese restaurant and 14 private dining rooms serve buffet breakfasts, business set meals, wedding banquets and other dishes.Two well-equipped meeting rooms are suitable for small and medium-sized meetings.
GGuest User2025.03.24
The hotel was spotless , quiet and provided all the latest amenities. There was great choice for breakfast and the staff were very attentive, even bringing local dishes over to us to try and ensuring we had everything we needed. The hotel reception staff were also extremely friendly and helpful always ready to assist with a smile. A big thank you to Wang Ying who helped to hail a taxi and explain where we wanted to go.
Hotel near Shazhou Market,Dunhuang2.8% of visitors choose this area
Location is very ideal, along a pleasant Main Street, around 5 to 8 mins walk to night market, yet away from the rowdiness of tourists. Just opposite there are convenience shops, a western bakery (Angelia) and stretch of small restaurants in an alley which are of good quality.
Front desk services are fantastic especially helpful for foreigners ( though they don’t speak English- try to use e-translator), regarding local attractions and getting a cab for you if encounter difficulties. They are genuinely helpful to try to overcome your difficulties. Special mention on Ya Jin who even asked her regular taxi driver to accompany us to buy the Mogao Grottoes tickets and arranged for a long distance taxi trip to Liuyuan South Railway station. Wang Na also offered her WeChat contact number if we have difficulties coming back at night. Really warm hospitality.
Even the hotel driver who fetched us from the airport was nice(complimentary service). The housekeepers are too hardworking.
Only complain I have is the breakfast which served exactly the same thing every morning and of limited choices. Thus Angelia bakery just opposite was really a good alternative.
HHeong Siew Yin2024.07.09
Location is very ideal, along a pleasant Main Street, around 5 to 8 mins walk to night market, yet away from the rowdiness of tourists. Just opposite there are convenience shops, a western bakery (Angelia) and stretch of small restaurants in an alley which are of good quality.
Front desk services are fantastic especially helpful for foreigners ( though they don’t speak English- try to use e-translator), regarding local attractions and getting a cab for you if encounter difficulties. They are genuinely helpful to try to overcome your difficulties. Special mention on Ya Jin who even asked her regular taxi driver to accompany us to buy the Mogao Grottoes tickets and arranged for a long distance taxi trip to Liuyuan South Railway station. Wang Na also offered her WeChat contact number if we have difficulties coming back at night. Really warm hospitality.
Even the hotel driver who fetched us from the airport was nice(complimentary service). The housekeepers are too hardworking.
Only complain I have is the breakfast which served exactly the same thing every morning and of limited choices. Thus Angelia bakery just opposite was really a good alternative.
Hotel near Shazhou Market,Dunhuang2.8% of visitors choose this area
Facilities: The hotel is super new, with complete and reasonable hardware facilities. The bath water was hot and plentiful, and there was also a footbath, which was a real surprise.
Service: Both the boss and the front desk staff were very enthusiastic, thoughtful and patient. The communication was pleasant and smooth. They also thoughtfully helped to upgrade the room.
Environment: The hotel is elegantly decorated with comfortable colors. There are some elderly people sitting in front of the hotel basking in the sun. It is peaceful and warm, which shows that the owner of the hotel is very friendly and knows how to run a business. They are all good omens for attracting wealth and keeping safe!
QQuyezuhe2025.01.05
Facilities: The hotel is super new, with complete and reasonable hardware facilities. The bath water was hot and plentiful, and there was also a footbath, which was a real surprise.
Service: Both the boss and the front desk staff were very enthusiastic, thoughtful and patient. The communication was pleasant and smooth. They also thoughtfully helped to upgrade the room.
Environment: The hotel is elegantly decorated with comfortable colors. There are some elderly people sitting in front of the hotel basking in the sun. It is peaceful and warm, which shows that the owner of the hotel is very friendly and knows how to run a business. They are all good omens for attracting wealth and keeping safe!
Hotel near Shazhou Market,Dunhuang2.8% of visitors choose this area
Founded in 2017, the Dunhuang Hexi Corridor Hotel invites Taiwanese designers and craftsmen from Jiangsu Province, who have won many international awards, to work together to build the hotel, dunhuang is the first “Zen”culture as the theme to create a multi-functional hotel. Elegant decoration, selection of environmental protection, advanced equipment, parking convenience, a few open windows on the desert see Qingliu Gurgling, blue waves. The hotel is located on Danghe road west of Dunhuang, overlooking the Mogao Grottoes, Mingsha Mountain, Dongzhen Danghe River, Xiyong amorous feelings line, adjacent to the White Horse Tower, unique scenery, convenient transportation. The hotel covers an area of 18000square meters and has 160 rooms with different styles, such as deluxe suites, deluxe single rooms, deluxe standard rooms, etc. . The hotel has 3 large and medium-sized multi-functional conference halls, 1 small conference room, with Tea Restaurant, specialty snack city, Chinese restaurant, Western restaurant, air restaurant and other different styles of dining, can accommodate more than 1000 people at the same time dining; In addition, there are special places such as Zen House, fitness center and Business Center, which are dedicated to meeting your individual needs such as meetings, banquets, traveling and leisure, superior Geographical Location, exquisite decoration environment, excellent hardware facilities, professional management team, excellent quality of service
BBerrrrrrrrr2024.01.10
We got free upgrade to the suite so that was nice. Very pretty river view and not as noisy as some of the reviews I've read. Probably because the weather was getting chilly.
Room was very spacious, even for just the size of the bedroom alone. Bed was comfortable and not too soft. But I will say that the light switches in the rooms and also the smart toilet seat were very confusing. Strangely, it had a large bathtub area, but a separate and very squished shower closet. The water didn't quite drain properly also.
Breakfast was okay. But considering how the city really is just a town in the desert, I'd say it's actually pretty good. The local restaurants are also options, but we had to get up super early for day trips, and didn't feel like freezing outside to look for food when it's still dark. Side note, the night market in town is nice but not much going on outside of that area.
The hotel is not in the city centre, but since the city is small, taxi is the way to go. We actually end up just getting the phone number of one of the taxi driver, and called her whenever we planned to head out.
I chose the hotel based on aesthetics and was not disappointed. But our suite was in the end of a very long hallway, so get ready to walk if you are not near the elevator.
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SShanliangdeguerdanA friend came to Dunhuang to camp, which was highly recommended to me. It was the most interesting day of the Northwest trip. Not only did we have accommodation, but we also had dinner and activities. I was very happy.
Hotel near Shazhou Market, Dunhuang 2.8% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:Rp 581,483
9.6/10
Excellent
GGuest UserHighly recommended to everyone. We traveled to Dun Huang in early May (2024), and we feel grateful for all the kindness we got here. The hotel is very clean, and the service is super accommodating. They provide free pick-up from airport (or train station), so all you need is to call them one day ahead (the receptionist can speak English if you don't speak Chinese). Everyone will smile at you and ask what they can help you when we stay there. The location is brilliant too. It is like 1000 meters away from Ming Sha mountain, and you can actually see the sand mountain when you have breakfast at the hotel (it is free too). We will definitely stay here again when we visit Dun Huang next time.
Hotel near Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring, Dunhuang 91% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:Rp 1,935,996
9.5/10
Outstanding
GGuest UserI have to give this hotel a thumbs up!
Service: Very friendly. After parking the car, the hotel helped to carry the luggage in. Fruits were prepared in the room, and drinks were available. It was really generous! There was also a washing machine available.
Facilities: There are projectors, electric toilets, etc., all good
The most important thing is that the hotel is very close to Mingsha Mountain, and you can walk there without worrying about traffic jams. We went there on the first night. There were really 10,000 people at the concert. After the show, we walked back easily without worrying about not being able to get a taxi or traffic jams. The next morning, we went to play the beach project again. There were not many people in the morning, and there was no need to queue up for camel riding. After playing, we went back to take a shower and check out at noon. It was really convenient.
Hotel near Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring, Dunhuang 91% of visitors choose this area
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9.4/10
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UU.weixiaoThe room was very clean, the service was friendly, and the front desk lady upgraded the family room for free, which was very nice. The breakfast was also very good, and the hotel was in a good location. It was very cheap to take a taxi. It was very close to Shazhou Night Market and Crescent Moon Lake, and it only cost 5 yuan to get to the night market. After comparing it with 4-star hotels, I feel that this hotel is very cost-effective. Recommended 👍👍👍👍👍
Hotel near Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring, Dunhuang 91% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:Rp 720,583
9.4/10
Outstanding
GGuest UserThis B&B is very close to the Dunhuang Scenic Area. It only takes 10 minutes to drive there. The decoration is very unique, the room is large, there is plenty of hot water, and the environment is elegant. The boss is very enthusiastic and actively introduces the surrounding food. I feel that my stay is very comfortable. The most important thing is that it is pet-friendly. I will definitely choose this B&B next time I have the opportunity.
Hotel near Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring, Dunhuang 91% of visitors choose this area
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9.3/10
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GGuest UserThe room was large and clean. Yogurt, fruit and breakfast were provided. Xiao Dai and Xiao He, the front desk staff, were also very nice, very gentle and patient. This hotel also provides airport pick-up and drop-off services. The person who was responsible for sending us was Master Li, who brought us local special snacks. The service was very enthusiastic throughout the whole process, and they helped us move our luggage and take pictures.
Actually, I originally booked another hotel, but later I found that this hotel has a very good location, right next to the night market, and there is a bus to the scenic area next to it. There is also airport pick-up service. It is really very convenient.
In short, I am very grateful to Xiao Dai, Sister Xiao He and Master Li for their warm and thoughtful service. I really highly recommend this restaurant! ! !
Hotel near Shazhou Market, Dunhuang 2.8% of visitors choose this area
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9.3/10
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GGuest UserThe service was very good. We booked a family room during the off-season and were upgraded to a suite for free. The hygiene is very clean. Overall a very comfortable stay. This hotel does not allow smoking, but the corridors smell heavily of cigarettes. Except for the smell of cigarettes, the other experiences were good.
Hotel near Shazhou Market, Dunhuang 2.8% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:Rp 387,655
9.2/10
Very Good
GGuest UserThe last stop of Zhejiang's self-driving Northwest Great Ring Road, a very pleasant stay, convenient parking, clean and hygienic. It’s also convenient to walk to the middle gate of Mingsha Mountain. There are many special delicacies downstairs, and my wife and daughter were also very satisfied with the flying photos taken in the ”Nayu Flower Room” downstairs of the B&B. Bargaining cantaloupes on the roadside for four for ten yuan, super sweet!
Hotel near Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring, Dunhuang 91% of visitors choose this area
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SSeh KiatRebooked this B&B for my second night.
I offered to pay direct but the lady at the front desk told me I will get a much better rate if I searched online because of the promotions available.
Very warming for a small outfit.
Service attitude is what made me extend my second night here.
Breakfast though good gets cold quickly. They should use food warmers. Mostly vegetarian options other than hard boiled eggs.
Hotel near Shazhou Market, Dunhuang 2.8% of visitors choose this area
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AAoxianggongI came to Dunhuang to travel because I admired the Mogao Grottoes, and I wanted to find a place to stay close to the Mogao Grottoes Digital Exhibition Center. I accidentally saw the Han Dynasty Inn on the platform and found that this Han and Tang style hotel is very close to the airport, train station and Mogao Grottoes Digital Exhibition Center. Not far to the south is the landscape that connects most of Dunhuang's scenic spots. The parking lots on the avenue and the post office can meet the parking needs of various vehicles, and the transportation advantages are very obvious. After checking in, while chatting with the boss, I learned that the boss is from Shandong. He came to Shazhou Dunhuang with a heart of pilgrimage and enlightenment. He just took over the Dahan Inn this year. It can be seen from the boss's words and deeds that this ”dream chaser” maintains a humble and learning attitude towards all matters related to the inn, and is very willing to listen to tourists' accommodation experience, suggestions and opinions. In addition, the boss's cooking skills are very good. You can order your own dishes and experience the fun of private cooking.