Xinjiang Accommodation Guide: Hotels & Guesthouses 2024
Finding the right place to stay in Xinjiang can make or break your trip. This guide covers every accommodation option, from luxury hotels in Urumqi to authentic yurt stays in the grasslands.
Accommodation Types in Xinjiang
| Type | Price Range (¥) | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Luxury Hotels | 500-1,500/night | Comfort seekers, business travelers |
| Mid-range Hotels | 200-500/night | Most travelers |
| Budget Hotels / Hostels | 50-200/night | Backpackers, budget travelers |
| Yurt Stays | 80-200/night | Cultural experience seekers |
| Guesthouses (Old City) | 150-400/night | Culture lovers |
Best Places to Stay by City
Urumqi (乌鲁木齐)
Luxury: Hyatt Regency Urumqi (¥600-1,200), Shangri-La Urumqi (¥700-1,500)
Mid-range: Jinjiang Inn, Home Inn (¥200-400)
Budget: Various hostels near International Bazaar (¥50-150)
Kashgar (喀什)
Best experience: Stay IN the Old City! Several renovated traditional houses now operate as guesthouses.
Mid-range: Kashgar Old City Guesthouses (¥200-400)
Luxury: Kashgar Radisson (¥500-900, outside Old City)
Turpan (吐鲁番)
Mid-range: Turpan Hotel (¥200-400)
Budget: Guesthouses near Grape Valley (¥80-200)
Yili / Nalati (伊犁/那拉提)
Unique experience: Stay in a Kazakh yurt on the grassland (¥80-200, basic but unforgettable)
Mid-range: Yining city hotels (¥150-350)
Kanas (喀纳斯)
Note: Accommodation inside the scenic area is limited and expensive (¥300-800/night in summer)
Budget tip: Stay in Burqin town (1.5h away), much cheaper (¥100-300)
Booking Tips
- Book in advance: July-August and National Day (Oct 1-7) — everything sells out
- WeChat/Alipay: Many Chinese booking platforms require these (have your guide book if no Chinese payment)
- Old City stays: In Kashgar, staying inside the Old City is magical — book early
- Altitude: If staying above 3,000m (Karakul Lake, Tashkurgan), prepare for cold nights even in summer
Unique Accommodation Experiences
1. Kazakh Yurt Stay (那拉提/巴音布鲁克)
Sleep in a traditional felt yurt, eat with a Kazakh family, watch stars.
Price: ¥80-200/night (dinner extra ¥50-100)
Facilities: Basic — communal toilet, no shower, but unforgettable
2. Old City Guesthouse (Kashgar)
Renovated Uyghur courtyard house, interior looks like a museum.
Price: ¥200-400/night
Highlight: Rooftop terrace with Old City views
3. Desert Yurt (Taklamakan)
Available near Hotan and Kuqa — sleep under the desert stars.
Price: ¥100-250/night
Price Calendar (Mid-range Hotel, ¥/night)
| Month | Urumqi | Kashgar | Kanas |
|---|---|---|---|
| April-May | 200-350 | 180-300 | 150-300 |
| June-August | 300-500 | 250-450 | 400-800 |
| September | 250-450 | 200-400 | 300-600 |
| October-March | 150-300 | 150-250 | Closed |
Book early, be flexible, and consider a yurt stay for a once-in-a-lifetime cultural experience in Xinjiang!
