Hotel Romantik di Longsheng

If you get the chance to visit Longji/Longsheng to hike through the amazing rice paddies, then you absolutely must stay at Li'An Lodge. The rooms are lovely, clean and quaint, and a cultural alternative to the more modern options in the larger cities. The lodge is run by Aaron who goes above and beyond to help visitors, give local recs, and speaks perfect English. He will also help you avoid any tourist traps.  Li'An lodge is also built on the highest point so you have a fabulous view, and is situated right at the starting point of the main hike in local area. The rooms give you a great view of the rice paddies and the village.  The food is simple and great, or you can eat around the town, which is very atmospheric. We came in the low season end of March, which was misty but fab and we had most of the places to ourselves.  Really can't recommend enough. If you get to Guilinxi (station) they will send a driver to get you. You can also book directly with the hotel over email with Aaron which is easy and efficient. 

My mum and I had the absolute best time at this hotel! The service is outstanding! The owner upgraded our room and really helped us with everything! The hotel food and tea/coffee is delicious and made with local ingredients! The view is also stunning. The room was spacious and spotless! The bed were also very comfortable and had everything we needed! My mum’s ankle was quite painful and it was hard for her to hike so the owner gave her medicine and a walking stick! Thank you!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

We had an amazing stay at this hotel and would absolutely stay here again. The staff were incredibly kind, welcoming, and helpful throughout our entire visit. They assisted us with our luggage, patiently communicated with us through WeChat translation, and even helped us organize transportation and plans for our trips around the rice terraces. Their hospitality really made our stay stress-free and enjoyable. The food at the hotel was also excellent. Every meal we had was delicious, and we were genuinely impressed by the quality. I can wholeheartedly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the area. The outstanding service, great food, warm atmosphere and stunning view on the rice terraces made this one of the best hotel experiences we've had. We would definitely stay here again!

The room was clean and offered a pleasant view. However, the location is not convenient for accessing nearby attractions, requiring either a walk or a bus ride. Breakfast options were limited and remained unchanged over the two-day stay. Coffee was not included and available only at an additional charge. While this may be attributed to the low season with minimal occupancy, the overall offering felt basic. Considering the experience, the property appears relatively overpriced for the area.

A comfortable, clean, family-run hotel in an excellent location, with a warm and homey atmosphere. Coming from Chongqing, we especially appreciated how the owners went the extra mile to organize a shuttle pickup for us from Guilin North Railway Station. The shuttle connected perfectly with the regular bus to Dazhai, making the journey smooth and stress-free. They also kindly transport guests to and from the main parking area before entering Dazhai village itself. After a long day hiking through the breathtaking rice terraces, we highly recommend trying the delicious homemade Chinese dishes prepared by the owner’s wife — authentic, fresh, and exactly what you need after trekking. Two final tips: don’t miss the chance to try on the complimentary traditional local clothing and take photos. It’s a fun and memorable touch that adds even more charm to the overall experience. Also, for a small fee (around 50 yuan), we had a wonderful cultural experience with two local women who proudly showcased their traditionally long hair and kindly posed with us for photos. It was a unique and memorable moment that made our stay even more special.

The hotel features a stunning terrace with breathtaking views of the valley. The rain and heavy fog actually enhanced the scenery, making the landscape feel wild, thrilling, and completely immersed in nature. Huge compliments to the reception team—the staff is super kind and incredibly helpful. This is the perfect place to stay for a true, local experience in the real China.h

客棧位於田頭寨，走幾步就是觀景台，個人感覺是幾個觀景台裏最好的，應該屬於第二高的，但是最適合看日出，觀全景。運氣好（天氣好，且農曆月頭或月尾），晚上在酒店的露台可以看到滿天星辰，不過得晚點，等周圍的一些燈光都關了以後。整體氛圍很治癒，適合趕路了幾天後，靜下來放鬆身心。店家服務很好，老闆娘燒得一手好菜，挺難得的，適合大眾口味。客棧可以訂回桂林的票，走的時候老闆很熱情，幫忙送到景區門口坐大巴🚌。

My recent stay here was one of the most memorable travel experiences I've had. The rustic ambiance and personalized service stood out. Even though my dad was unable to cover much hiking ground due to age, he thoroughly enjoyed his time. The accommodation itself was adequate and comfortable, with the corner unit providing a great vantage point. But it was the exceptional friendliness and hospitality of our host that truly made the difference. She's always willing to share stories and give suggestions, making us feel right at home. Her attention to detail was impeccable. The homestay also arranged for transfer service from the Guilin train station and even accommodated my special dietary needs with delicious meal arrangements. Their efforts went above and beyond to ensure we had a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Nice hotel in a great location. You need to walk approx. 15mins per foot as no car can reach it. Therefore you get a terrace with an awesome view over the rice terraces in eastern direction. Perfect to experience the sunrise directly from the hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff who also organize the arrival and departure for you even though they don’t speak English here. Rooms are a bit old but perfectly clean and the hotel has a restaurant with delicious Chinese food.

my friend and i arrived at the hotel pretty late and we were greeted so nicely and got to order some warm soup (the portions are huge, so you’ll never be hungry!) before being kindly escorted to our room. we also got a free upgrade and got to have a better view to the mountains. i believe it is a family business and every woman working there made us feel at home and safe. the food is absolutely delicious and the prices are great. it is very comfortable to be staying at a hotel up in the hills and to just go downstairs and have the greatest meal ever. we recommend trying the salty fish with eggplants and the fried rice, as they were our favourites. the rooms themselves were very warmly decorated and they have air conditioning, as well as wifi. we also had some laundry to wash and everything got taken care of. we got to have barbecue with some of the other guests that stayed there and once our last day arrived they all helped us book a bus ticket to yangshuo and drove us to the bus station the next day. our experience there was so wholesome and we would recommend to everyone visiting this nice family and try their absolutely amazing food :D