The overland journey from Chengdu to Lhasa is a legendary and challenging experience which is different from other road trips. You will traverse the unique and complex landscape from grand gorges to crystal glaciers through the Sichuan-Tibet Highway (G318) within a journey of at least 7 days, which is really a big challenge. People who intend to meet the challenge will wonder what the accommodation is on this epic route. How to book a suitable hotel during the road trip from Chengdu to Lhasa? In fact, the accommodation conditions along Sichuan-Tibet Highway have been greatly improved in recent years with a larger number of domestic tourists choose Chengdu to Lhasa overland tour. Reservations are available at all levels of star-rated hotels. There are also guest houses in all counties with complete facilities including hot water for taking showers. Check out the following guide for detailed information on accommodations along the Sichuan-Tibet Highway.
Apart from traditional business hotels decorated in different styles, luxury resorts, budget guesthouses and local Tibetan family hotels are also available and cater to different needs of tourists.You can choose what you prefer according to your own requirements from superior king bed to standard room.
When it comes to the cost of the hotel reservation, it is much more relevant to the travel seasons. No matter what kind of types and sizes they are, rooms can be more expensive during peak seasons from May to June and September to late October. For example, a standard room of 200 to 300 RMB will be charged 500 to 600 RMB during the peak season, which is also very popular among tourists. Some hotels even temporarily raise prices in the case of exceeding demands. Therefore, it is recommended to travel overland from Chengdu to Lhasa in the off season and avoid festivals like China's National Day.
On the road from Chengdu to Lhasa, one will pass through many counties, towns and even villages. Normally, there are standard business hotels among all the major cities along the route, such as Kangding, Yading, Xinduqiao, Batang, Zogong, Bomi and Lhasa. Some of these hotels are traditionally decorated, while others are exquisite Tibetan styles. Some even offer a wide viewing platform in certain rooms. From peak seasons to off seasons, the prices of different hotels vary greatly. You can check the price online in advance and book at an early time.
Tibetan family inns are a good choice if you like to contact with the locals and make friends with them. These Tibetan family inns run by local Tibetans usually charge less than the hotels in the town, and the prices of breakfast and dinner are also included. You'd better negotiate the price before you check in.. If you're lucky enough, you will get the chance to know some insider information from the shopkeeper, which will help you on your road trip from Chengdu to Lhasa.
Traditional lodges and hostels are basically located in places with heavy traffic, such as railway stations, and most of them are equipped simply.This kind of hotels usually accommodate assorted guests with irregular check-in time. But the rooms are much cheaper and equipped with basic facilities. It's also a great place to stay overnight for budget tourists who don't care much about accommodation conditions.
Day 1: Chengdu - Ya’an - Luding - Kangding - Xinduqiao (410km)
After the first day, many tourists usually choose to stay overnight in Kangding or Xinduqiao after driving for a day. With an altitude of 3,300 meters, the town of Xinduqiao has become a paradise for photographers and is a good place for tourists to enjoy the landscape of Tibet.
Kangding Kangzang Huating Hotel: It is one of the most cost-effective hotels in Xinduqiao. The hotel boasts Tibetan style decoration, private bathrooms, air conditioning, WiFi and so on. The restaurant serves breakfast, including Sichuan and Tibetan specialties, and parking there is free. The hotel is located directly opposite the viewing platform of Gongga Mountain, with the wetland park and grassland on the back. If you happen to book a rooftop room, you'll enjoy a great view of the snow-capped Gongga Mountain.
Kangding Yangzongling Hotel: KangdingYangzongling Hotel, located on the scenery promenade of the town, is a boutique hotel that combines charming highland scenery with ethnic cultural temperament. The hotel is well equipped with unique decoration, with many different themes in different rooms. The penthouse with starry sky on the top of the floor is designed with transparent roof, which makes it possible for people to see the moonlight. At there, people can enjoy the clean air and see the thin clouds. For those who would like to experience a luxury room, this hotel will be a good choice.
Heiqingke Zhuangyuan Theme Hotel: Located on the ancient Tea-Horse Road, Heiqingke Zhuangyuan Theme Hotel is a historic manor of more than 300 years old which is a nice place to stay before entering Tibet. The hotel is based on pure Tibetan culture, allowing guests to participate in a variety of experiences, such as field work, grazing, milking, riding on a cowhide boat, tasting Tibetan food, wearing Tibetan costumes, etc., which makes tourists there fully understand Tibetan culture. In addition, a free buffet breakfast is served in the hotel which includes a variety of dishes..
Day 2: Xinduqiao - Yajiang - Litang - Haizishan Mountain - Batang (400 km)
After the opening of the expressway from Chengdu to Ya'an to Luding, if you depart from Chengdu in the early morning, you can easily reach Yajiang County before the night falls. The altitude of Yajiang County is only 2,500 meters, which is not so high that you can just stay here for the first night instead of at Xinduqiao.
Litang is the highest city in the world with an altitude of over 4,000 meters, so it is not recommended to stay there overnight because the high altitude can bring tourists a range of altitude sickness, such as poor breathing, nausea, headache, etc., which may have an influence on your next day.
Batang (2,700m) with lower altitude is a scenic area which is praised as "the paradise on the earth". Located in the western part of Ganzi, it is also the last big town before entering Tibet. Many tourists choose to stay there for a night and enjoy a pleasant accommodation.
Jundao Pengcheng Hotel: The hotel is located in the center of Batang County, and the quiet and beautiful, holy Cola Lake is also located here. Covering an area of 3500 square meters, the hotel has 68 comfortable rooms, which can accommodate up to 140 people. The rooms in the hotel is stylish and elegant which are all equipped with 24-hour hot water and Wi-Fi network. In addition, the hotel also provides restaurants, supermarkets, tea houses and other supporting facilities. Generally speaking, this hotel is a good choice for most tourists, which is cost-effective.
Batang Degalin Inn: The hotel is decorated in Tibetan style with plateau garden. The materials used in the building is low-carbon, environmentally friendly and original aiming to pursue a classical and ecological environment. Each room for guests is well equipped and keeps its own characteristics. The yard was planted with fruit trees and flowers. With favorable environment, the hotel is suitable for senior and young tourists.
Day 3: Batang - Jinsha River - Markam - Lawu Mountain - Dongda Mountain - Zuogong (260km)
Although there are a sufficient number of hotels in Markham, the accommodation is very poor. People can drive through two mountains and stay in Zuogong to enjoy a better accommodation. Located in southeastern Tibet, Zuogong County is the only place where merchants enter Tibet from the Ancient Tea Horse Road. There are many standard hotels available for tourists in this county, all of which provide fully equipped rooms and excellent services for tourists. After a long day’s journey, tourists can have a good rest here.
Zuogong Yuexi Resort Hotel: The hotel is close to the gas station and covers 12 acres with over 100 rooms. The hotel also offers the Chinese restaurant and the buffet restaurant. It is worth mentioning that each deluxe standard room, deluxe single room, family suite and business suite are equipped with an oxygen machine to alleviate the symptoms of altitude sickness.
Zogong Shengfang Hotel: The hotel has more than 70 different types of rooms. And the large public rest areas and balcony with views are built on each floor. The size of each room is over 35 square meters, each of which is equipped with the 24-hour hot water, free Wi-Fi and an oxygen machine. Besides, special sightseeing elevators are installed on the first floor to the fifth floor.
Day 4: Zogong - Bangda Grassland - Yela mountain - Seventy-two Bends - Baxoi (200km)
The altitude of Baxoi is 3260m which is actually located in the low valley of the plateau. It offers a wide horizon and charming scenery, with featured cultural attractions and convenient transportation. It is an ideal place to shelter for the night. People can even spend another day visiting the famous Dora Mountain, Gama Valley and so on.
Baxoi Hotel: The hotel is close to Dora Mountain where there is a hot spring and offers a variety of comfortable rooms. The restaurant seats up to 200 people and serves local specialties and Sichuan cuisine. There are also tea houses and luxury private rooms in this hotel. This is a standard, contemporary hotel that caters to tourists’ basic needs.
Boxoi Zichen Boyue Hotel: This is a newly opened hotel on the roadside of the G318 Highway . Decorated in a mysterious and elegant Tibetan architectural style, the hotel offers tourists clean and tidy rooms. You can also enjoy delicious and fresh food here. Except for the standard double rooms and twin rooms, there are also twin rooms with different themes for families and children. There are also panoramic family suites and deluxe suites which can meet the needs of travelers and families.
Day 5: Baxoi - Rakwa Tso - Midui Glacier - Parlung Tsangpo - Bomi (250km)
Bomi is a major county along the Sichuan-Tibet Highway where there are many hotels, and the accommodation of Bomi is pretty good, most of which are located on the road side of G318 Highway. Tourists can spend some time to find a proper hotel after arrival.
Bomi Xiangpeng Boutique Hotel: The hotel is equipped with all necessary facilities apart from neat and tidy guest rooms. It is also available to park freely in the yard which can accommodate more than 10 cars.And you can wash your car across the road.. Standing in the corridor, tourists can see Palong Zangbo River in the distance passing through the fields of Zhamu Town. Besides, the restaurant of the hotel offers delicious and affordable. In a word, the hotel is an ideal place for budget travelers.
Hengxin Zangwang Hotel: The hotel is located in the main street of the county which is close to the snowy mountains. It is beautifully decorated that it can rank first in the surrounding areas. The rooms are broad and well appointed, and there is a balcony for enjoying the beautiful scenery in each deluxe guest room. It has a fine decoration that can rank top in the surrounding areas. The rooms are broad and fully equipped. There are deluxe guest rooms with a viewing balcony. If condition permits, it’s advised to book a room in this hotel which can help eliminate all your fatigue during the road trip.
Day 6: Bomi - Tongmai - Lulang Forest - Sejila Mountain (Mt. Namcha Barwa) - Nyingchi (230km)
The accommodation in Nyingchi could be the best except for Lhasa city. There are even a few five-star hotels, four-star and three-star hotels as well as family hotels, all of which offer 24-hour hot water, showers and so on. After the travel for a whole day, it would be comfortable to take a shower and have a good sleep here. In the picturesque scenery of Nyingchi, you will have a sense of happiness.
Gela Dandong Business Hotel: This is a 3-star hotel with enough rooms that most people can book. There are 175 single rooms and twin rooms, all of which are well decorated. It’s very convenient for tourists to go to the restaurants and supermarkets since the hotel is located in the downtown area.
Hilton Linzhi Resort: This international resort boasts a privileged location near the Himalayas, next to Nyingchi Airport and the Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon. The hotel offers more than 200 high-quality rooms with a modern and Tibetan design. It’s a good place for you to taste delicious food or have a casual chat with friends in the lobby bar. There are also banquet halls, conference rooms, cinemas, gyms, heated swimming pools, star bars and so on. With a unique and beautiful landscape and rich cultural experience, Hilton Linzhi Resort is the perfect choice for business travelers and family trips.
V-continent Nyingchi Hotel: The hotel is located on the bank of the Niyang River, and it will take about 2 hours to drive to some scenic spots such as the Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon, Bassum Lake and Lulang Forest. The Riverside Avenue at the entrance of the hotel is the only way to go to Milin Airport and G318 Highway. If tourists choose to stay at this hotel, they will be lucky to take a sight of the Niyang River during the stay. The hotel is also equipped with a featured Chinese restaurant, a full-time restaurant, gym, tea house, card room, and spa center etc.
Day 7: Nyingchi - Lhasa (420km)
You will eventually arrive in Lhasa which is the provincial capital of Tibet on the last day of the road journey. There are a variety of hotels in Lhasa ranking from 3 stars to 5 stars. Even lodges and hotels have different styles.
Lhasa Photography Theme Hotel: Located 50 metres from the south entrance of Barkhor Street circle, the hotel in the center of the old city of Lhasa where the transportation is very convenient so that tourists can get to the scenic spots easily. The theme of the hotel is photography and and it’s also suitable for ordinary travelers, which is a cost-effective choice in Lhasa.
The St. Regis Lhasa Resort: The St. Regis Lhasa Resort ranks third among all hotels in Lhasa and offers excellent accommodation for those who want a luxury experience and tailored service. The position of the hotel is ideal for tourists because it only takes 10-minute walk to the Jokhang Temple and the Barkhor Street, and it’s just 3 km away from the Potala Palace. The number of luxurious rooms and suites in this hotel is 162 and the size of them ranges from 61 to 254 square meters. In particular, the special spa here offers visitors a special experience that allows you to fully relax and alleviate the pain of altitude sickness.
Lhasa Shangri-La Hotel: There are a variety of modern rooms, privileged Horizon Clubs and private VIP lounges in this hotel which has traditional Tibetan style. The rooms are bright and tidy with a full range of facilities covering an area of over 43 square meters. The restaurant with specialties serves authentic Cantonese and Sichuan cuisine, and a variety of local and international dishes are provided by the Top Cloud restaurant of the hotel throughout the day. This is a great place for romantic lovers to enjoy the good times together. Visitors who like authentic Tibetan style design should not miss this hotel as well.
Taking the long duration of traveling from Chengdu to Lhasa into consideration, it will be a tedious task to choose a perfect hotel to spend the night. If you want to choose a better hotel, you can contact us for professional help. As a leading local tour operator, we have designed a classic Chengdu to Lhasa overland, including selected hotels.You will also enjoy excellent service from experienced drivers and tour guides and so on, and travel permit applications will also be provided. Book your trip now and you will enjoy a happy and free road trip along one of the world's most prestigious highways.
It’s not necessary for tourists who drive overland from Chengdu to Lhasa to worry about the accommodations along Sichuan-Tibet Highway. There are many options for tourists such as star-rated luxury resorts and cost-efficient guesthouses, especially in the major cities along the highway. It is recommended to stay overnight at a lower altitude which is generally no more than 3,000 meters, in case you will suffer from altitude sickness. In addition, it is necessary to set a reasonable timetable in advance and plan your hotel reservations in order to travel smoothly and save on travel costs. What’s more, it’s advised to contact us and book your trip in advance, and you will enjoy a pleasant overland journey from Chengdu to Lhasa with reserved accommodations.
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