Location: Lhasa
Top Hotels in Lhasa
- 1. The St. Regis Lhasa Resort
- 2. InterContinental Lhasa Paradise
- 3. Shangri-La Lhasa
- 4. Songtsam Choskyi Linka Lhasa
- 5. House Of Shambhala
- 6. Dongcuo International Youth Hostel
- 7. Holiday Inn Express Lhasa Potala Palace
- 8. Lubhum Tsang Boutique hotel
- 9. Tashitakge Hotel
- 10. Jinjiang Star Hotel the View, Potala Palace, Lhasa
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The 10 best hotels in Lhasa, China
Deep in the spectacular Himalayan Mountains, Lhasa is a jewel of a destination. Potala Palace, the former residence of the Dalai Lama, is a major attraction, but you’ll also find numerous important temples and even the world’s highest brewery.
Restaurants in Lhasa
1. The St. Regis Lhasa Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1176 reviews
Everyone needs a place to lay their weary head. For travelers visiting Lhasa, St. Regis Lhasa Resort is an excellent choice for rest and rejuvenation. Well-known for its luxury environment and proximity to great restaurants and attractions, St. Regis Lhasa Resort makes it easy to enjoy the best of Lhasa. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a minibar, and you can stay connected during your stay as St. Regis Lhasa Hotel offers guests free wifi. The resort features a concierge and room service. Plus, St. Regis Lhasa Hotel offers a pool and an on-site restaurant, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Canggu Temple (0.5 mi) and Xiamiyuan Temple (0.6 mi), guests of St. Regis Lhasa Hotel can easily experience some of Lhasa's most well known attractions. When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out XiZang NiuPai Restaurant (Yu Tuo Road), which is a steakhouse that is popular with locals and out-of-towners alike. During your visit, be sure to check out popular attractions like Jokhang Temple (0.5 mi), Barkhor Street (0.7 mi), and XiZangZiZhiQu LaSaShi BaKuo Jie BuXingJie (0.7 mi), which are all within walking distance of the resort. St. Regis Lhasa Hotel is sure to make your visit to Lhasa one worth remembering.
Lack of integrity, rude and unprofessional
Reviewed By yimuyisI booked the hotel via Marriott and the cancelling policy is 24 hours in advance. Later the hotel has modified my reservation to a 21-day in advance cancellation policy without my permission. The hotel had asked a direct wire to the hotel's account instead of authorization despite a valid card is stored in my Marriott account, and threatens me had I not wired the money, which is non-refundable 21 days in advance, they will cancel my reservation on their own. I received a call from the hotel and the manager shouted at me that He does not need to explain why the hotel's policy is against group's policy and I do not need to know. A complaint has been sent to Marriot and waiting for their judgement. And this is the hotel you are going to stay in. I would strongly recommend your second thoughts.
2. InterContinental Lhasa Paradise
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 238 reviews
The world’s highest in altitude Intercontinental Hotel—the Intercontinental Lhasa Paradise, will be opening soon. The hotel locates at the Lhasa River, only several kilometres away from the Potala Palace, and very close to the Lhasa Municipal Government. The whole building area is about 220,000㎡with 2000 rooms, the first stage will open 472 luxury rooms and suite rooms with The Central Oxygen Supply System(TCOSS), 10 restaurants and bars with different style, plus pool room and bookroom, the second stage will open 861 luxury rooms and suite rooms, SPA and indoor swimming pool, which will make you fully experience Intercontinental luxury trip.InterContinental Lhasa Paradise is owned by ETG Group and operated by IHG.
The most disappointing stay and poor service at an international hotel brand
Reviewed By TW_KikiWe stayed at Intercontinental Lhasa Paradise for one night on 2 October. Initially we had pretty high expectation as this is an international hotel brand and we stayed there once, but it proved us wrong. We checked in at the reception at around 2:50pm and the receptionist offered us to just leave our luggages at the place where they were (which was right in front of the reception table and where guests would line up there for check-in and check-out) and said he would request a bell-boy to send our luggages (3 in total) to our room. We then left our luggages, and looked at the receptionist and asked if he was really sure that we could just leave our luggages there. He reassured us, so we headed to our room for freshening up. When we got to the hotel room, we found that there were no slippers. We called concierge for two pairs of slippers. Concierge replied saying that it was impossible for the slippers to be missing and said they would send housekeeping to send us two pairs of slippers regardless and asked the housekeeper to point to us where the slippers were supposed to be located. The concierge sounded as if we made a mistake. When the housekeeper came in, she knew that there were no slippers initially placed in the room so she did not say anything and helped us with the humidifier instead. After we got refreshed, we realised it was already 20 minutes since check-in and our luggages hadn't yet arrived. We called concierge again and they said they would check with the reception. Another 10 minutes passed, there was no news so we called concierge again and they asked which luggages were we talking about. We started feel worried that they might have sent our luggages to the wrong room given we had our clothes, two laptops and an iPad as well as necessary medication in those luggages. At that moment, our instinct told us that something went wrong so I decided to head down to the reception while my husband stayed in the room to see whether the luggages would arrive when I got down. When I got to the reception hall, I realised that the three luggages were still at the same spot where the receptionist asked us to leave. So basically that means for the last 30/40 minutes, no hotel staff bothered taking care of our luggages. I questioned the same receptionist who helped us with the check-in and he simply pushed the responsibility to the bell-boy team. Finally, a bell-boy arrived and accompanied me to send the three luggages back to our room. On the way, I asked the bell boy if someone ever requested his team to help us with the luggages. And he helplessly shocked his head and said he was just being requested by the concierge to go to the reception area and help send the luggages. When I got back to the room, I immediately called the concierge again and complained. The manager called back and offered to provide us with fruit platter and free happy hour. Honestly, all we wanted were not "freebies". For the fruit platter, they gave us one the last time we stayed there as I am an IHG member, so we were more curious why there wasn't one in the first place. As for the free drinks, we don't drink anyways. The core issue is that they had wasted our 40 minutes of waiting and we were so late for our next appointment and almost couldn't make it. Another bad incident was that the moment when we woke up and left the bed, we saw something walking on the bed. When we looked closer it was an insect which looked like a cockroach or something. Our first instinct was to get rid of it so as to prevent it from flying to our opened luggages. So we wrapped it into a piece of paper and flushed it. Then we immediately packed our luggages and left the room as we were in a rush to one of the temples. When we went back to the reception area for check-out, we mentioned the insect incident to the receptionist (another male receptionist), showed him the photo and a video of it on the bed. The receptionist just responded by saying "Oh...we can send someone to have a look. Please wait." I then said we clearly mentioned that we already got rid of it and flushed it to the toilet and whether there was a point of waiting. He then said "Oh...since you have returned your key cards, you have been checked out and you are free to go." So there was not even a single apology. Ironically for a short moment, I did think that perhaps he would escalate that to the housekeeping or management and someone would call me to apologies. Apparently I was wrong. It is unbelievable that an international hotel brand would provide such kind of service to its guests. We are highly skeptical about the training the staff were given. Originally we planned to stay for extra two nights at this hotel but with such a huge disappointment, we decided to continue to stick with our original accommodation plan. If we would ever go to Lhasa again, this hotel would not be our choice ever again. We would also seriously consider if we should ever stay at hotels under this brand.
3. Shangri-La Lhasa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1070 reviews
Conveniently located within walking distance to Potala Palace and Norbulingka Palace. Shangri-La Hotel, Lhasa has 289 contemporary guestrooms and 10 long stay apartments. Some of which offer views of the Potala Palace, start from 43 square meters and are equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access.
Beautiful hotel in an amazing city
Reviewed By SamB2328Such a fabulous hotel. We stayed in a Potala View Suite with adjoining twin room…definitely worth the extra cost. Although the lounge was closed we were offered daily afternoon tea and evening full buffet in the main restaurant. The service was spot on and the hotel really is quite exceptional. Definitely recommended!
4. Songtsam Choskyi Linka Lhasa
Overall Ratings
5 based on 78 reviews
Songtsam Choskyi Linka Lhasa is the flagship hotel of Songtsam Group, recently opened in the summer of 2017. Located in Lhasa, with every room facing the grand Potala Palace, Songtsam Choskyi Linka Lhasa leaves upon its guests the most profound Tibetan experience, in both accommodation and culture discovery.
Will be back for sure
Reviewed By XuewenL7Very lovely hotel with Tibetan style. Though it’s not located in the center, the hotel arranges shutter several times per day. The staffs are helpful, carrying the luggages, booking tickets, useful travel tips. Both breakfast and dinner should not be missed! The potala palace is just in front of you. Strongly recommended!
5. House Of Shambhala
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 167 reviews
Shambhala Palace is a restored home of a high ranking Tibetan Lama. All of our rooms provide guests with the utmost comfort while surrounded by Tibetan history and tradition. Our rooftop restaurant together with four of our king rooms offer full on views of Potala Palace with other rooms looking out over the quiet alleyways of the ancient quarter.
Average hotel in a good location
Reviewed By udayhHouse of Shambala has the tibetan charm and in a good location, walking distance to Barkhor and Jokhang Palace. The people who run it are super nice. When we went, they upgraded us to a room with multiple beds since that was not booked by anyone. The beds were very basic, quite hard and not super comfy. And there was a constant noise of a water pump in the night which periodically woke us up.
6. Dongcuo International Youth Hostel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 75 reviews
good for travelers
Reviewed By hipaulshithis place is between average and very good, depends on your purpose. If you are a solo traveler, go there. You will find many solo travelers and you may mesh up a trip together if you don't know very clear where to go in Tibet. This place has a travel agency and more people in summer. In winter, it is very cold though. I stayed in Lhasa from Mar-June last year and also stayed at this hotel in Jan 2010 for a while, I have been there a lot since I used to have a good friend working there. So in all, it is a place to meet fellow travelers. No more, no less. Maybe it would be more fun to go there in summer since bars will be open which is closed during winter.
7. Holiday Inn Express Lhasa Potala Palace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Finding an ideal hotel in Lhasa does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Holiday Inn Express Lhasa Potala Palace , a nice option for travelers like you. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Barkhor Street (2.2 mi) and XiZangZiZhiQu LaSaShi BaKuo Jie BuXingJie (2.2 mi), guests of Holiday Inn Express Lhasa Potala Palace (Coming Soon) can easily experience some of Lhasa's most well known attractions. Rooms at Holiday Inn Express Lhasa Potala Palace (Coming Soon) offer air conditioning, a desk, and a sofa providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi. A 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and express check-in and check-out are some of the conveniences offered at this hotel. While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the Asian restaurants, including Tibetan Family Kitchen, Dunya Restaurant, and House of Shambhala Restaurant, all of which are a short distance from Holiday Inn Express Lhasa Potala Palace (Coming Soon). If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out Potala Palace (0.6 mi) or Norbulingka (Precious Stone Garden) (0.6 mi), which are popular attractions amongst tourists, and they are all within walking distance. Holiday Inn Express Lhasa Potala Palace (Coming Soon) looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to Lhasa.
No notification prior arrival: Does not accept foreigners
Reviewed By wandering_dive_geekI came here for check in on Dec. 10 and was informed they don’t have the license to accommodate foreigners. I am surprised to read an earlier review which seems a foreigner had stayed in this hotel prior my visit. It would be really helpful if the hotel has sent a notification prior arrival date so I would not have come for check in and would have booked somewhere else. As I was not accommodated, the staff offered to help me look for available room in other hotels. They were apologetic and someone even sent me an SMS to apologize. However, the hassle was already there. I did at last minute booking at Shangri-La Hotel which turned out be an excellent stay. A staff accompanied me to show me the way tomget a taxi. A notice prior arrival would be appreciated. Don’t book at this hotel if you are not a Chinese citizen.
8. Lubhum Tsang Boutique hotel
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Lubhum Tsang Boutique hotel is a newly built luxury boutique hotel. It is run by a Tibetan couple who has been working in tourism for 19 years. The small luxurious boutique hotel is a complete Tibetan style with a comfort of 5 star hotel service. Lubhum Tsang boutique hotel is located in Lhasa city, behind the Potala Palace at the walking distance and there is a great view of the Potala Palace from the roof top Terra. Lubhum Tsang Boutique hotel provides 12 deluxe Tibetan styled rooms with a very comfortable western toilet and shower facility. The hotel's attached toilet is an automatic heating and cleansing toilet system so you will have a very comfortable stay during your trip in Tibet. Lubhum Tsang Boutique hotel is a 4 story high. Ground floor is a cozy bar and private dining rooms, first and second floors are the lobby and rooms. Third floor is a balcony restaurant where you can have a great view of the Potala Palace and Sera monastery. Fourth floor is the beautiful Terra's where you can have beer, tea, enjoying having the most beautiful view of the Potala Palace and entire Lhasa city with beautiful colorful prayer flags on the neighborhood Tibetan traditional houses. Lubhum Tsang Boutique hotel offers excellent continental food, Indian and Nepali food, Tibetan and Chinese food by our professional Nepali and Tibetan chefs. You can also enjoy different kinds of drinks such as different kinds of imported wines, whisky, beers and local Tibetan barley beer, Lhasa beer, Chinese red wine and famous white wine etc. All the furniture in Lubhum Tsang Boutique hotel was made up here by using local Tibetan wood with beautiful Tibetan traditional mineral colored painting. All the furniture's colors are antique look. Lubhum Tsang Boutique hotel provides you 24 hours hot water, wifi entire the building and most of the staffs do speak English so there is no problem for you to communicate with our staff as well. The most advantage with Lubhum Tsang Boutique hotel is your stay will have a very warm and family feeling so we sincerely welcome you to stay in our beautiful family run boutique hotel. Thank you and Tashi Delek!
One of the best boutique hotels in Lhasa
Reviewed By mountainsunvalleyI went with my small group to Tibet recently and and found this is the best place to stay in Tibet. Staffs are very nice and friendly. Rooms are clean and comfortable. The hotel water is very good and have good heating system. The atmosphere is also beautiful and if you want to try Tibetan styled hotel, this is the best place to stay. The food in this restaurant is very delicious and they also serve nice Nepali Thali. I had the same Thali taste as in Nepal so if you went to Tibet from Nepal, you might miss Thali again and take Thali set. I highly recommend this boutique hotel.
9. Tashitakge Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 125 reviews
Welcome to stay in Tashitakge Hotel which is based in the ancient Lhasa downtown center, with a stone throw away to Jokhang Temple. It helps you explore the Lhasa city easier with most activities in a walking distance. We are a small but comfortable hotel. Enjoy your stay with us!
Wonderful hotel in wonderful location
Reviewed By frederickk388My wife and I stayed here for 6 nights before heading to Everest. The location is perfect for exploring the Barkhor and old Lhasa. The Jokhang temple is also very close. Portola palace is a bit of a hike, but is also walkable. The hotel does a wonderful job of offering modern amenities while looking like a traditional Tibetan hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The lady at the front desk spoke nearly perfect English. There is no lift, but the hotel staff carried our bags to our room. We were very satisfied with the size of our room, but we understand some rooms are smaller. The price was quite low given the quality of the hotel. The morning breakfast was just adequate some days and others was quite good. We were extremely happy with our stay. A few tips..google maps won't work in Lhasa so download maps.me. The reviews of restaurants on Tripadvisor are very helpful, but as often as not the locations are wrong and way off. Finally, be sure to run your room's humidifier all night. Your dry, chapped lips will be gone, at least for a while.
10. Jinjiang Star Hotel the View, Potala Palace, Lhasa
Overall Ratings
4 based on 22 reviews
Finding an ideal romantic motel in Lhasa does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Jinjiang Inn Lhasa Shanghai Plaza, a nice option for travelers like you. Guest rooms offer air conditioning, and Jinjiang Inn Lhasa Shanghai Plaza makes getting online easy as free wifi is available. You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the motel, including a 24 hour front desk, room service, and baggage storage. In addition, guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. Close to some of Lhasa's most popular landmarks, such as Lasa Sanquan Scenic Resort (0.8 mi) and XiZangZiZhiQu LaSaShi BaKuo Jie BuXingJie (1.5 mi), Jinjiang Inn Lhasa Shanghai Plaza is a great destination for tourists. While in Lhasa be sure to experience local dumplings favorites at Tibetan Family Kitchen, Dunya Restaurant, or Snowland Restaurant. Lhasa is also home to Potala Palace, a popular castle that is not too far from Jinjiang Inn Lhasa Shanghai Plaza. Jinjiang Inn Lhasa Shanghai Plaza puts the best of Lhasa at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
Excellent value for money
Reviewed By SabrinaCanadaA clean, QUIET, smoke-free business-hotel-like hotel in beautiful Lhasa that cost Y500 during the peak Chinese October tourist season. Hassle-free booking online. Free wifi and free local calls.... particularly handy for us to organise local tours without a Chinese cell phone. Easy to hail a taxi outside the hotel. A short taxi-ride to anywhere in town cost Y10 and Y200 to the airport. Don't forget to checkout the somewhat distant view of the Potala Palace from the 4th floor podium. We are particularly impressed by the excellent service of Miss Pang.
