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2 adults, 1 room

1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
400m from Dali Ancient City
Clean and tidy
39.42
Based on rates from 18 Sep
1/5
4.7/5
Fantastic
41 reviews
2.2km from downtown
Fitness
Business center
600+ people booked
122.75
Based on rates from 23 Sep
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
Hospitable service
Clean and tidy
47.81
Based on rates from 18 Sep
1/5
159.41
Based on rates from 14 Sep
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
27 reviews
900m from Three Pagodas
Fitness
400+ people booked
43.33
Based on rates from 18 Sep
1/5
700m from Yangren Street
26.88
Based on rates from 25 Sep
1/5
Swimming pool
96.50
Based on rates from 10 Sep
1/5
4.7/5
Fantastic
9 reviews
2.4km from downtown
Fitness
Well-equipped facilities
100+ people booked
45.37
Based on rates from 9 Sep
1/5
600m from Nanzhao Folk Island
255.24
Based on rates from 9 Sep
1/5
800m from Three Pagodas
20.01
Based on rates from 10 Sep
1/5

The Dali EDITION(SM)

Built in 2026
443.24
Based on rates from 9 Sep
1/5
17.61
Based on rates from 20 Sep

Top rated hotels in Dali

1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
27 reviews
900m from Three Pagodas
Fitness
43.33
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
400m from Dali Ancient City
Clean and tidy
39.42
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
500m from Dali Ancient City
Fitness
Business center
159.22
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
Clean and tidy
59.20
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
4 reviews
Business center
173.33
1/5
4.9/5
Fantastic
34 reviews
300m from Yangren Street
Business center
73.90
1/5
4.7/5
Fantastic
41 reviews
2.2km from downtown
Fitness
Business center
122.75
1/5
4.7/5
Fantastic
10 reviews
500m from Three Pagodas
Clean and tidy
181.20
1/5
4.7/5
Fantastic
9 reviews
2.4km from downtown
Fitness
Well-equipped facilities
45.37
1/5
4.5/5
Fantastic
16 reviews
2.1km from Dali Railway Station Parking Lot
51.13
1/5
4.5/5
Fantastic
2 reviews
700m from Yangren Street
33.58
1/5
4.3/5
Great
79 reviews
1.9km from Marble House Garden Inn
Fitness
Business center
85.68

Luxury hotels in Dali

1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
400m from Dali Ancient City
Clean and tidy
39.42
1/5
4.7/5
Fantastic
41 reviews
2.2km from downtown
Fitness
Business center
122.75
1/5
4.3/5
Great
79 reviews
1.9km from Marble House Garden Inn
Fitness
Business center
85.68
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
27 reviews
900m from Three Pagodas
Fitness
43.33
1/5
4.9/5
Fantastic
34 reviews
300m from Yangren Street
Business center
73.90
1/5
800m from Three Pagodas
20.01
1/5
Swimming pool
96.50
1/5
400m from Foreigner Street
Fitness
Business center
72.34
1/5
500m from Foreigner Street
125.95
1/5
1.8km from downtown
74.63
1/5
600m from Shuanglang Ancient Town Small Courtyard
146.65

Dali at a glance

When are Dali hotels cheapest?

Time your stay for lower nightly rates

Typical range Typical rate
$200
$150
$100
$50
$0
Avg $76 Priciest $146 Cheapest $13
Jul Aug Sep Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Dali hotels were cheapest in February, at around USD 13 per night — roughly 91% below the priciest month of July, which averaged about USD 146 per night. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How much do Dali hotels cost per night?

Typical nightly rate

$200
$150
$100
$50
$0
$24
Economy
$41
Standard
$105
Premium
$171
Luxury

Premium hotels offer the best balance of price and comfort at around USD 105 per night, with the biggest jump occurring from premium to luxury (+USD 66); top-tier rates are about 7.1 times the bottom ones. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

5 daysLast-minute
28 daysTypical
81 daysEarly

Travellers typically book about 28 days ahead, which suggests reasonable planning flexibility rather than urgency for the priciest month of July. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

More about Dali hotels

What staying in Dali feels like

Staying in Dali ranges from very cheap rooms to distinctly upscale hotels: the top tier runs about 7.1 times higher than the most affordable options, so your budget makes a big difference to the experience. The best balance of price and comfort is the premium tier, which tends to offer the strongest value for most travellers.

How the hotel classes compare and who they suit

Economy options sit well below the city average and suit travellers focused on keeping costs down rather than extras. Standard rooms step up modestly from economy and are a practical choice for travellers who want a bit more comfort without a large price leap. The premium tier is the sweet spot and represents the best value overall; moving into premium is a noticeable upgrade in comfort and amenities. The largest price jump occurs when moving from premium to luxury, so choose luxury only if you prioritise a markedly more lavish stay.

When travellers book and the best months to aim for

Travellers can usually plan with some lead time: bookings typically happen around 28 days ahead, with many securing rooms earlier for the busiest pricing periods. Rates are lowest in February and highest in July, and if your trip is budget-led then February is the period to aim for. If you need the priciest months, allow more advance planning, while shorter-notice trips are often still possible for stays outside the priciest window.

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