Xi'an

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Drum Tower showing heritage architecture and a city
Drum Tower showing heritage architecture and a city
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Terracota Army featuring interior views and heritage elements

Where to stay in Xi'an

Bell Tower

Xi’an City Center

4.5/5(25 area reviews)

Noted for its historical sites and gardens, there's plenty to explore in Xi’an City Center. Top attractions like Xi'an Bell Tower and Yisu Grand Theater are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yongningmen Station or Zhonglou Station to see more of the city.

Xi’an City Center
Nice parc around of the pagoda .

Yanta Qu

Yanta Qu is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Wei 1-jie Station or Xiaozhai Station to explore sights like Shaanxi History Museum.

Yanta Qu
Xi´An Bell Tower, China.

Zhonglou Shangquan

While you're in Zhonglou Shangquan, take in top sights like Xi'an Bell Tower or Yisu Grand Theater, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Zhonglou Station or Beidajie Station.

Zhonglou Shangquan
Giant Wild Goose Pagoda featuring a garden and a temple or place of worship

Qujiang New District

Discover Qujiang New District, memorable for its gardens. Popular attractions in Qujiang New District include Tang Paradise and Datang Everbright City, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Huizhan Zhongxin Station.

Qujiang New District
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Muslim Quarter

Unique features of Muslim Quarter include the historical sites and shopping. Make a stop by Xi'an City Walls or Ancient Folk House while you're exploring the area.

Muslim Quarter
Xi´An Bell Tower, China.

Beilin

Beilin is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yongningmen Station or Nanshaomen Station to explore sights like Xi'an Bell Tower.

Beilin
Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower

Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower

4 out of 5
NO 16 ANBAN STREET Xi'an
The price is HK$461 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
HK$461
HK$489 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Xi'an. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Yisu Grand Theater and Culture and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (168 reviews)
Room was clean. Proximity to the bell tower and the muslim quarter. Close to lots of restaurants and shops. Friendly staff, willing to assist. Has free afternoon tea. Our room has a strong cigarette smell though it was a non-smoking room so staff provided air purifier which gave some relief. Room ...

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Novotel Xi'an The Bell Tower
The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an

The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an

5 out of 5
No. 50, Keji 2nd Road Xi'an Shaanxi
The price is HK$1,244 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
HK$1,244
HK$1,450 total
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Xi'an. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Golden Eagle and Muta Temple Relics Park are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
Just simply the best.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an
W XIAN

W XIAN

5 out of 5
333 Qujiang Chi East Road Xi'an Shaanxi Province
The price is HK$1,244 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
HK$1,244
HK$1,450 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Xi'an. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Yaoma Cave and Qujiangchi site Park are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (65 reviews)
Good service

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

W XIAN
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lyf Dayanta Xi'An

Lyf Dayanta Xi'An

4.5 out of 5
No.4066, Yanta South Road, Xi'an Shaanxi
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Xi'an. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Xi'an Botanical Garden and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
Customer service is top notch

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Lyf Dayanta Xi'An
Cozy 1-bedroom apartment in fabulous Xi'an with WiFi, AC and beautiful Garden

Cozy 1-bedroom apartment in fabulous Xi'an with WiFi, AC and beautiful Garden

Xi'An Shaanxi
Stay at this apartment in Xi'an. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Chang’an-Tian-shan Silk Road Corridor and Changle Palace ...
Cozy 1-bedroom apartment in fabulous Xi'an with WiFi, AC and beautiful Garden
Qin Mengli Hotel

Qin Mengli Hotel

2 out of 5
Diaoyutai Street, Qindu District Xianyang Shaanxi Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Xianyang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Weibin Park and Maya Beach Water Park are located nearby.
Qin Mengli Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Xi'an

4.3
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 33%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 61%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great place to visit

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Easy to reach city by fast train from Beijing.

4/5 - Good

Unanimous

Language is still a problem in Xian. Ordering food and asking the way are still hard time there. Most important is the public transport information which is still not fully affordable. We had a great time with terracotta and the unique places anyway.

5/5 - Excellent

Jmenon

All the tourist attractions are excellence

5/5 - Excellent

CK

Xi’an is a lovely city, especially to walk around at night. Lots of interesting sites to see.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A night time walk through the Muslim market is a must!

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