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Cheap Hotels in Dali

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Dali on Hotels.com. These Dali Cheap Hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on September 21, 2026.

Superior Double Room, Lake View | Laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Superior Quadruple Room, Lake View | Spa

Superior Single Room, Lake View | Interior

1. Dandi Seaview Resort Villas

Dali

CNY377

CNY439 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Traditional Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, minibar

Traditional Double Room | Living area | 77-inch Smart TV with digital channels, pay movies, smart speakers

2. Dali Azure Hillside Boutique Resort- Wenbi Village - Gourmet Dining & Cocktail Lounge & Complimentary Airport Pick-up for 2 Nights

Dali

CNY592

CNY690 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Extra Floor Space) | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

3. Holiday Inn Express Dali Xiaguan by IHG

Xiaguan

CNY259

CNY302 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

4. SSAW Huama Garden Hotel

Gucheng District

CNY450

CNY525 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Panoramic Double Room, Hill View | View from room

5. Wenshuo Hotel

Dali Ancient Town

CNY378

CNY441 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Superior Double Room, Sea View | Terrace/patio

6. Anye Seaview Hotel Dali

Dali

CNY356

CNY415 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom | Laptop workspace, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

7. Neo-garden

Dali

CNY313

CNY364 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

8. Hilton Garden Inn Dali Erhai Park

Xiaguan

CNY333

CNY388 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Signature Quadruple Room, Partial Lake View | View from room

Luxury Double Room, Courtyard View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar (free items)

Senior Double Room, Courtyard View | View from room

9. The Windyard Kazan Onsen Hotel-Private Hot Spring Bathtub close to South Gate of Dali Ancient Town

Dali

CNY354

CNY413 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Panoramic Double Room, Lake View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, WiFi (free)

Panoramic Double Room, Lake View | Bathroom | Hair dryer, slippers, towels, shampoo

Panoramic Twin Room, Lake View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, WiFi (free)

10. Dali Fish Inn Seaview Hotel

Dali

CNY354

CNY412 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Hot Spring Private Suite, Complete Living Room, Private Spring Pool, Garden View | Down comforters, minibar (free items), in-room safe, desk

Cangshan Scenic Suite, Sunrise View, Mountain Panorama | Interior

Hot Spring Private Suite, Complete Living Room, Private Spring Pool, Garden View | Living area | 53-cm LCD TV with cable channels, pay movies

11. Clouds Villa

Dali

CNY617

CNY719 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Suite, 1 Bedroom (180 Degree Erhai View, High Floor) | View from room

12. Hotel Indigo Dali Erhai by IHG

Xiaguan

CNY780

CNY909 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Luxury Suite, City View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar (free items), desk

Classic Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, minibar (free items), desk

13. Dali Wolan Hidden Luxury Hotel - Coffee and Cocktails - Dali Ancient Town Branch - Complimentary Airport Pick-up for 3 Nights

Dali

CNY430

CNY502 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Superior Double Room, Patio | Minibar, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

14. Lijiang Lazy Tribe Snow Mountain View Inn

Gucheng District

CNY360

CNY420 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

15. Hawthorn by Wyndham Dali Erhai Park

Xiaguan

CNY307

CNY358 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Premier Twin Room, Lake View | View from room

Superior Double Room, Courtyard View | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

16. Dali Haohai Yueju Seascape Guest House

Caicun

CNY304

CNY354 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

Luxury Suite, Bathtub, Courtyard View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes

17. Dali Old Courtyard Boutique Inn

Dali Ancient Town

CNY613

CNY715 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Signature Suite, Sea View | View from room

Romantic Double Room, Sea View | View from room

18. Dali Fanxi Manhai Holiday Guesthouse

Dali

CNY319

CNY372 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Luxury Twin Room, Hill View | Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Signature Twin Room, Hill View | Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

19. Yiyun Tingju Viewing Ancient Courtyard

Dayan Old Town

CNY196

CNY228 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Family Triple Room, Multiple Beds | View from room

20. China Old Story Inns Dali Elite Garden

Dali

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Top neighborhoods in Dali

Three pagodas surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A traditional Chinese temple with ornate architecture, set against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains and clear blue sky.

A traditional courtyard with red lanterns, a woman in a pink dress, and a stone pathway.

A stone bridge over a calm river with mountains in the background.

A traditional Chinese courtyard with red lanterns, tiled roofs, and ornate wooden doors.

Dali Ancient Town

The Dali Ancient Town neighborhood has lots to see including South Gate and Yu'er Park.

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An aerial view of a densely packed urban area with buildings and a waterfront.

Shuanglang

Dali City's Shuanglang neighborhood has a host of places to visit such as Erhai Lake and Nanzhao Folk Island.

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A serene lake with a traditional pavilion and a pagoda in the background.

Taoyuan

The Taoyuan neighborhood has lots to see including Erhai Lake and Butterfly Spring Park.

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A traditional building with ornate architecture and a tree with yellow leaves.

A marina with several boats docked, a clear blue sky, and mountains in the background.

A river with a bridge, boats, and traditional buildings.

Several boats docked at a marina with a mountainous backdrop.

Xiaguan

Dali City's Xiaguan neighborhood has a host of places to visit such as Erhai Lake and Dali Museum.

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Xizhou

Dali City's Xizhou neighborhood has a host of places to visit such as Erhai Lake and Zhang Family Courtyard (Xizhou).

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Top landmarks in Dali

A calm lake with mountains in the background and a clear sky.

Erhai Lake

9.4/10 (9 reviews)

Erhai Lake is 3.7 mi (6 km) from central Dali City, why not stop by during your stay.

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A traditional pavilion with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by trees and two tall pagodas in the background.

Three Pagodas

8.8/10 (6 reviews)

Three Pagodas is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from central Dali City, why not stop by during your stay.

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Traditional architecture with curved roofs, a cityscape in the background, and distant mountains.

Cangshan Mountain

10.0/10 (1 review)

You might want to head out to Cangshan Mountain for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Eryuan County.

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Yunnan Shaxi Ancient Town

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Yunnan Shaxi Ancient Town is just one of the landmarks located 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from central Jianchuan County, so you might want to stop by for a few pics during your trip.

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South Gate

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to South Gate— just one of the monuments in Dali Ancient Town.

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Jinsuo Island

Jinsuo Island is 4 mi (6.5 km) from central Dali City, why not stop by during your stay.

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Dali Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

Dali Museum is just one of the attractions in Xiaguan, Dali City so you might want to stop by during your trip.

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Dali Wenxian Road

Dali Wenxian Road is 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from central Dali City, why not stop by during your stay. If you have fun at Dali Wenxian Road, you'll love Dali Tianlong Babu Film and Television City, located nearby.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a cheap hotel in Dali?

There are a variety of hotels to choose from in Dali so use the filters like "included" amenities or "budget property" to help with your search. Remember to sort your results by "Price: low to high" when searching for the cheapest Dali hotels.

Take a look at the lowest price per night from CNY228

What is the cheapest area in Dali?

If you're looking for cheap hotels in Dali, consider Xiaguan for great budget-friendly choices. Are you looking to stay in another area of the city? Pinpoint low-cost hotels in the another part of town using our map feature.

What are the best cheap hotels in Dali?

For a cheap hotel in Dali with glowing reviews, consider Dali Lily International Youth Hostel, which features free parking and laundry facilities. You can also look at Dali Jiuju Cottage Rural View.

Can I stay in a hostel in Dali?

Hostels can be a less expensive alternative to Dali hotels, as you can stay in a shared dormitory. There are 2 hostels in Dali. Dali Lily International Youth Hostel offers free parking and laundry facilities. Dali Jiuju Cottage Rural View has free breakfast and free in-room WiFi.

What are the best cheap things to do in Dali?

Sightseeing doesn't mean you have to blow the budget. For some things to do in Dali, enjoy the outdoors at Erhai Lake or Cangshan Mountain. Don't forget to include a visit to Jinsuo Island.

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