Xi'an is the ancient capital of China and a pearl of Northwest cities with unique architecture and places where cultures collide. There is the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, the Ming City Wall, the Terracotta Warriors and Horses, as well as the rich Han Chinese dress culture and Northwest cuisine.
Best Areas to Stay in Xi’an
Xi’an Bell Tower
Central historic area, steps from Bell/Drum Towers and Huimin Street—great for exploring old Xi’an.
- Jingxin Hotel: Price from US$28. Downstairs is Bell Tower and Metro Lines 2/6. Has free gym, laundry, and smart rooms (100-inch projection, 55-inch Huawei TV); 5-minute walk to Muma City Pedestrian Street.
- Novotel Xi’an The Bell Tower Hotel: Price from US$31. 4km from Xi’an Railway Station, short walk to Zhonglou Metro. Free parking and kids’ club/childcare; close to Xi’an Drum Tower and Yongxing Fang.
Grand Tang Mall
Near Big Wild Goose Pagoda and Tang Dynasty Nightless City—ideal for cultural and night activities.
- The Westin Xi’an: Price from US$110. Free indoor pool, 5 restaurants, and EV charging. Minutes from Dayanta Metro; short walk to Big Wild Goose Pagoda Music Fountain, great for families.
- Yitel Xi’an Big Wild Goose Pagoda Metro Station: Price from US$18. 9-minute drive to Dayanta scenic area, free parking/Wi-Fi. Has a restaurant and business center; 20-minute drive to Xi’an Railway Station.
Xi’an City Wall
Close to Yongning Gate (city wall entrance)—perfect for exploring the ancient city wall.
- Old Locust Homestay: Price from US$93. 900m from Yongningmen Metro, 6km from Xi’an Railway Station. Offers luggage storage and paid parking; near Bell Tower and Defu Lane.
- Hantang Inn: Price from US$83. Former international youth hostel (20-year history). Has courtyard rooms, roof garden, and private kitchen; free Wi-Fi and laundry, close to the city wall.
Getting To & Around Xi'an
Xi'an, the ancient capital, has convenient transportation for travel. Xi'an Xianyang International Airport is located in the northwest central part of Xi'an, about 40 kilometers away from the city center. Along the way, you can enjoy the infinite northwest scenery. T2 and T3 international terminals have a high traffic volume. If you arrive late, please consider these airport nearby hotels with shuttle.
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Family-Friendly Fun
Children stay free + free playground/children’s pool, plus free indoor pool. Has kids’ meals/toys/toothbrushes—loved by families → The Westin Xi’an (Price from US$110)
Hot Spring Relaxation
On-site hot springs for a cozy soak. Ideal for post-sightseeing relaxation → Big House Hot Spring Courtyard Xiaozhu (Price from US$123)
Scenic Near Attractions (Top 4 Scenic Hotels in Xi’an)
Steps from Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Datang Evernight City, plus free water park. Close to Shaanxi History Museum and Grand Tang Mall → Yaman Oriental Courtyard Hotel Xi’an (Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Datang Evernight City) (Price from US$141)
Final Xi'an Hotel Booking Tips
- Book 1-2 months early for peak seasons (Apr-Jun, Sep-Nov) as prices jump 30-50%. Winter (Dec-Feb) cuts costs by 20-30%, but ask if rooms have heating; summer (Jul-Aug) has moderate rates but higher pollution—avoid Shapingba near factories.
- Pick districts by your plan: Bell Tower/Muslim Quarter (walk to historic sites, Metro Line 2; try 2023-opened Xi'an Central Hotel for less noise), Datang Everbright City (W Hotel for night show access—book high floors for skyline views), or Xixian New Area (Hilton Garden Inn Fengdong saves 30 mins to Terracotta Army with free shuttles).
- Choose hotels within 500m of metro stations (e.g., Yongningmen on Line 2). Airport rides via Didi cost ~CNY 100-130; luxury hotels like Grand Hyatt offer free pickups for stays over 3 nights.
- Ask for dehumidifiers in dry winters (humidity <30%) and avoid ground-floor rooms in old hotels. For cleaner air, pick river-view rooms in Nanan District (e.g., InterContinental) to avoid city haze.
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