We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Xi'an, China. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated January 2024.
Elegant. Central. Friendly staff. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Eastern House Boutique Hotel offers oriental-style guestrooms in Xi'an downtown, around a 5-minute walk from Xi'an City Wall. Drum Tower is around 6 minutes' walk from Eastern House Boutique Hotel, while Bell Tower is around 7 minutes' walk away. Xi'an Xianyang International Airport is about 30 km from the property. Xi'an Railway Station is about 24 minutes' drive away. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels are available. Some units have a computer and views of the garden or city. The rooms come with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find slippers and free toiletries. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property where luggage storage, newspapers and concierge service is possible. Guests can work out at the on-site fitness centre. Well-fitted meeting and banquet facilities are offered for needs. Self-laundry is provided. Local delicacies can be found at the a la carte restaurant. There is a bar street and a supermarket nearby.Show full description
Central. Very clean. Great location. Boasting a shared lounge, bar and free WiFi, Campanile Xian Bell Tower is set in Xi'an, 300 metres from Drum Tower. 500 metres from Muslim Street and Bell Tower. It is about 15 minutes' walk from the South Gate of City Wall. Guests can enjoy a cup of free tea at the restaurant. All guest rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. With a private bathroom, rooms at the hotel also have a city view. All units have a wardrobe. A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Speaking English and Chinese, staff are always on hand to help at the 24-hour front desk. Daming Palace is 7 km from Campanile Xian Bell Tower. The nearest airport is Xi'an Xianyang International Airport, 39 km from the property.Show full description
Well located in the centre of Xi'an, Jinmao Hotel Xi'an Downtown ( Bell & Drum Tower) provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is located 400 metres from Drum Tower, 600 metres from Bell Tower and 3.7 km from Xi'an City Wall. Jinmao Hotel Xi'an Downtown ( Bell & Drum Tower) can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. The nearest airport is Xi'an Xianyang International Airport, 42 km from Jinmao Hotel Xi'an Downtown ( Bell & Drum Tower). Guests can enjoy Chinese and local dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. At the hotel, each room has a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Big Wild Goose Pagoda is 7 km from the accommodation, while Daming Palace is 7.3 km away.Show full description
Creative. Elegant. Great restaurant. Offering a sun terrace and garden, Sofitel Legend Peoples Xi'an offers accommodation with modern facilities and butler service in the heart of Xi'an. Guests can use the fitness centre and indoor pool for free. Wi-Fi access is available in all areas. Xi'an Sofitel Legend Peoples is located 1.2 km from Bell Tower, and 1.5 km from Xi'an City Hall. It is 3 km from XI'an Railway Station, and 40 km from Xiianyang International Airport. Coming with elegant decorations and garden views, rooms here feature king-size beds, air conditioning, a flat-screen cable TV, sofa and safety deposit. The private bathroom offers both shower and bath facilities, also including a hairdryer and toiletries. There is a 24-hour front desk at Sofitel Legend Peoples Xi'an. Guests can enjoy a massage or sauna at the spa, or exercise in the fitness centre. Car hire, ticketing service and currency exchange are available at the tour desk. Other facilities and services include a gift shop, laundry and luggage storage. The on-site western restaurant DOLCE VITA serves authentic home-style Italian food with fresh imported and local ingredients. There are also three other restaurants offering you Mediterranean, Chinese and Japanese cuisines. You can enjoy your time having a drink in one of the four bars on site. Sofitel Legend People's Grand Hotel Xi'an is reducing the reliance on single-use plastics in their toiletries.Show full description
Super central. Great value. Great views. Located in Xi'an and with Bell Tower reachable within 400 metres, Holiday Inn Express Xi'an Bell Tower, an IHG Hotel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant. The property is situated 500 metres from Drum Tower, 3.5 km from Xi'an City Wall and 6.8 km from Big Wild Goose Pagoda. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. A buffet breakfast is available daily at the hotel. Holiday Inn Express Xi'an Bell Tower, an IHG Hotel provides a laundry service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Daming Palace is 7.1 km from the accommodation, while Terra-Cotta Warriors and Soldiers Museum is 26 km away. The nearest airport is Xi'an Xianyang International, 43 km from Holiday Inn Express Xi'an Bell Tower, an IHG Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most CENTRAL hotels in Xi'an. It also has a central location.
Very central. Elegant. Good breakfast. Located a 10-minute walk from Bell Tower & Drum Tower and Muslim Street, Sofitel Xian On Renmin Square features an indoor heated pool and luxurious spa. It offers 4 restaurants and 3 bars. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Sofitel hotel is a 5-minute drive from Xi'an Railway Station. Xianyang International Airport is 40 minutes' drive away. Elegant rooms are fitted with cable TV channels and tea/coffee making facilities. Bathrooms come with a separate rainshower and bathtub. Some rooms offer city views. Guests can recharge with a work out in the gym or indulge in massage or sauna services. Other facilities include a business centre with support staff and free parking. There are several dining options. Le Chinois features offers a selection of Shaanxi dishes, traditional Cantonese dishes, Sichuan cuisine and a variety of creative dishes, while authentic Italian cuisine can be savoured at Roman Holiday Italian Restaurant. Others include the 24-hour Mediterranean All Day Dining restaurant and KOI Japanese restaurant. Several on-site bars provide you with places to relax and social. Sofitel Xi'an On Renmin Square is reducing the reliance on single-use plastics in their toiletries.Show full description
Opened March 2023. Atour Hotel Xi'an Bell Tower North Street Station features free WiFi throughout the property and views of city in Xi'an. The property is located 1.9 km from Bell Tower, 3.7 km from Drum Tower and 5.7 km from Daming Palace. The property is 2.1 km from Xi'an City Wall, and within less than 1 km of the city centre. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Guest rooms include a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. Speaking English and Chinese at the reception, staff are always at hand to help. Big Wild Goose Pagoda is 8.6 km from the hotel, while Terra-Cotta Warriors and Soldiers Museum is 24 km away. The nearest airport is Xi'an Xianyang International Airport, 41 km from Atour Hotel Xi'an Bell Tower North Street Station.Show full description
Grand Mercure Xian On Renmin Square is a luxurious hotel located a 10-minute walk from the Bell and Drum Tower. It offers massage services, a restaurant and parking. The outdoor swimming pool is shared with Sofitel Xian. Air-conditioned guestrooms feature modern interiors and elegant decor. Each room is equipped with a minibar, a work desk and a TV with cable channels. The en suite bathroom comes with a bathtub. Guests can enjoy a relaxing massage or work out at the fitness centre. The tour desk can assist guests with making travel arrangements. Grand Mercure Xian On Renmin Square provides 4 restaurants and 4 bars, offering you Mediterranean, Chinese, Japanese and Italian cuisines and drinks. Renmin Square Grand Mercure Xian is a 5-minute drive from Xi'an Railway Station and a 40-minute drive from Xianyang International Airport. Grand Mercure Xian On Renmin Square is reducing the reliance on single-use plastics in their toiletries.Show full description
Great value. Very clean. Located in Xincheng District, Aurum International Hotel offers well-appointed rooms with free internet. Around a 10-minute walk from the Bell and Drum Tower as well as the Muslim Street, it offers an indoor pool. Conveniently located, The Aurum International is surrounded by shopping and dining options. Xi'an City Wall Yongningmen is around 8 minutes' drive away. It is about 1.5 km from Xi'an Railway Station and about 45 km from Xianyang International Airport. Spacious and bright, rooms are well equipped with air conditioning, minibar, SOS system, 39-inch LCD cable TV and a safe. Bottled water is offered per room. En suite bathrooms feature a bathtub, slippers and a hairdryer for added comfort. International Aurum's restaurant offers Chinese and Western dishes. Meals can be enjoyed in the privacy of guests' rooms. There is also a fitness room on site.Show full description
Great location. Great views. Ideally located in the heart of historical Xi’an, the gorgeous Xi'an Dajing Castle Hotel is around a 5-minute stroll from Yongning Gate, the south gate of the ancient city wall. Boasting a spa centre, a grand banquet hall and gourmet cuisine across 2 stylish restaurants, it offers free WiFi. Xi'an Dajing Castle Hotel is around a 15-minute walk from the Bell and Drum Tower and Beilin Museum. Yongningmen Subway Station (Line 2) is situated around a 2-minute walk away, providing easy access to top attractions in Xi’an. Xi'an Railway Station is around 23 minutes' drive from the hotel. Xianyang International Airport is around a 50-minute car journey away. The comfortable interiors of the guestrooms draw on both traditional and contemporary influences to create a real sense of style and elegance. Each unit is fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar and a safety deposit box. Bathrobes and slippers are stocked in the en suite bathroom. Unwinding with a workout at the state-of-the-art fitness centre then relax in the sauna, having a game of Mahjong at the games room, or renting a car to explore the charming city are ideal choices for guests after a long journey or a busy day. Alternatively, staff at the tour desk can assist with sightseeing and ticketing arrangements. For those who wish to conduct business, there are conference rooms in various sizes available. Chinese Restaurant serves authentic Cantonese delicacies as well as local dishes. International flavours can be tasted at Veranda Café. Alternatively, guests can spend a relaxing afternoon enjoying refreshing beverages at the lobby lounge.Show full description
This luxury hotel has a great location in Xi'an and outstanding views.
Trendy. Superb breakfast. Centrally located within the ancient city walls of Xi'an and Bell Tower shopping area, the luxurious Hilton Xian offers an indoor pool and 3 dining options. Featuring Tang Dynasty artwork, its spacious rooms all come with a 42-inch flat-screen TV and large work desk. The renowned Dongxin Street Night Market is located opposite the hotel. Hilton Xi'an is a 5-minute drive from Bell Tower, Muslim Street and Luomashi Pedestrian Street where guests can enjoy the city's best restaurants and entertainment. Wulukou metro station on Line 1 and Line 4 is a 5-minute walk away while Xi'an Railway Station can be reached in a 10-minute walk. Xianyang Airport is within 45 minutes' reach by car. Terracotta Army is 45 minutes' drive from the hotel, while Giant Wild Goose Pagoda is 25 minutes' drive away. Xi'an North Railway Station is 35 minutes' drive away. Beautifully decorated in shades of brown and cream, the air-conditioned rooms are fitted with large and clear windows. All have a minibar, tea/coffee making facilities, sofa and high-quality signature mattress. The bathrooms have a bathtub, separate walk-in shower and branded bathing amenities. Guests can exercise at the fitness centre or arrange a day trip at the tour desk. The well-equipped business centre provides full secretarial services. There is a spacious ballroom covers 1,200 square metres and 6 multi-functional meeting rooms to meet various conference and event requirements. Free parking is available on-site. Fine Chinese cuisine can be enjoyed at The China Club, while Cafe Xian offers international buffet spreads. Gourmet coffee and fragrant Chinese tea are available at T-Lounge.Show full description
Located in Xi'an, 4.5 km from Xi'an City Wall, Holiday Inn Express Xi'an Ancient Town West, an IHG Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. Certain rooms at the property include a patio with a city view. The hotel offers a children's playground. Drum Tower is 5 km from Holiday Inn Express Xi'an Ancient Town West, an IHG Hotel, while Bell Tower is 5.3 km away. The nearest airport is Xi'an Xianyang International Airport, 39 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Hip. Very stylish. Cosy rooms. SOON DESIGNER HOTEL Xi'an Drum Tower & YONGNING Gate Branch features a fitness centre, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Xi'an. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around less than 1 km from Small Wild Goose Pagoda and around a 16-minute walk from Xi'an Museum. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. All units include a wardrobe. The daily breakfast offers à la carte, American or Asian options. Drum Tower is 2.6 km from SOON DESIGNER HOTEL Xi'an Drum Tower & YONGNING Gate Branch, while Bell Tower is 3 km away. The nearest airport is Xi'an Xianyang International Airport, 43 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Perhaps this is the coolest hotel in Xi'an. It also has very cosy rooms and great affordability!
Great breakfast. Cosy rooms. Crowne Plaza Xi'an is located above the 25th floor of Shaanxi Xinxi Tower. This property has an indoor pool, a fitness centre and free parking. Overlooking the city skyline, the air-conditioned rooms have free Wi-Fi and enjoy 24-hour room service. Situated next to Shaanxi Stadium, Crowne Plaza is surrounded by Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Shaanxi International Exhibition Centre and Xi'an Museum. It is a 12-minute drive from Big Wild Goose Pagoda and Tang Paradise, a 15-minute drive from the Bell and Drum Tower and Muslim Food Street. The shengtiyuchang Subway Station (Line 2) is located only a 5-mintue drive away, which provides easy access to the top attractions. Xi'an Xianyang International Airport is a 45-minute car journey away. Fitted with dark wood furnishings and carpeted flooring, the elegant rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a minibar. A walk-in wardroeb and Ironing facilities are included. The private bathrooms come with a bathtub and a hairdryer. Guests can relax at the hotel's sauna, or make use of the business centre. Car rentals and day trips can be arranged at the tour desk. The hotel also has laundry services and a 24-hour front desk. Zhuque Cafe Restaurant serves buffet spreads from a modern open kitchen, while Made In Palace offers fine Chinese dining. B&G 51 presents panoramic city views from the top floor, accompanied by a jazz band. Coffee and snacks are available at Lazy lobby lounge.Show full description
Very clean. Comfortable beds. The Fairway Place, Xi'an - Marriott Executive Apartments is located at the centre of Hi-tech development zone, only an 8-minute walk from the Yanpingmen Station (Line 3). Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. The Fairway Place is about 15 minutes' drive from Xian City Wall, Bell & Drum Tower and Muslin Street. A 20-minute drive takes you to Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. Xianyang International Airport and Xi'an North Railway Station are a 40-minute drive away. All units are air conditioned and feature a living area with a flat-screen TV. There is also a kitchen equipped with a dishwasher, an oven, a microwave and a coffee machine. Each unit comes with a private bathroom with bathrobes, towels and slippers. The Fairway Place, Xi'an - Marriott Executive Apartments also includes a children's playground. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar.Show full description
Opened July 2023. Featuring a fitness centre, restaurant, bar and free WiFi, Delta Hotels by Marriott Xi'an is located in Xi'an, 3.5 km from Xi'an City Wall and 1.9 km from Daming Palace. The property is situated 6.2 km from Drum Tower, 6.5 km from Bell Tower and 11 km from Big Wild Goose Pagoda. The hotel features a hot tub and room service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All units include a wardrobe. A buffet breakfast is available daily at Delta Hotels by Marriott Xi'an. Staff speak Mandarin and English at the reception. Terra-Cotta Warriors and Soldiers Museum is 26 km from the accommodation, while Huaqing Hot Springs is 31 km away. The nearest airport is Xi'an Xianyang International Airport, 39 km from Delta Hotels by Marriott Xi'an.Show full description
Situated conveniently in the Yanta district of Xi'an, InterContinental Xi'an Hi-Tech Zone is set 9 km from Drum Tower, 9.3 km from Bell Tower and 10 km from Big Wild Goose Pagoda. The property is located 12 km from Xi'an City Wall, 16 km from Daming Palace and 42 km from Terra-Cotta Warriors and Soldiers Museum. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. The units at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. InterContinental Xi'an Hi-Tech Zone provides certain units with city views, and all rooms come with a kettle. All units feature a desk. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Cantonese, Chinese and Pizza cuisine. Vegetarian and halal options can also be requested. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at InterContinental Xi'an Hi-Tech Zone. Huaqing Hot Springs is 48 km from the hotel, while Forest of Steles is 6.9 km away. The nearest airport is Xi'an Xianyang International Airport, 38 km from InterContinental Xi'an Hi-Tech Zone.Show full description
Great location. Cosy rooms. Ideally located 500 metres from Xi'an Railway Station and 300 metres from Airport Express Bus Station, Grand Soluxe Hotel Xi'an features a fitness centre. All rooms come with free WiFi access. Free private parking is possible on site. Function areas are featured. Grand Soluxe Hotel Xi'an is 6 minutes' walk from Wulukou Metro Station (Line 1) and an 15 minutes' car ride from Drum Tower and Muslim Street. Wanda Shopping Mall and Min Sheng Shopping Mall are located 5 minutes' walk away. Wall Scenic Spot (Yongningmen) is about 9 minutes’ drive from the property. Xi'an Xianyang International Airport is 45 minutes' car journey away. Modern, soundproofed rooms are fitted with temperature control system, light music, a flat-screen satellite TV, electric kettle and a personal safe. Free toiletries and a hairdryer are provided at the private bathroom. Needs for long distance calls can be met. Guests can have a game of table tennis. Ticketing and currency exchange services are offered. A business centre and concierge desk are available. Maps are offered for travellers' convenience. The hotel offers both Western and Chinese tastes at the restaurant. Light snacks and cocktails can be enjoyed at the lounge, while fine French wine is served at the bar.Show full description
Situated in Xi'an, 2.1 km from Xi'an City Wall, Xi'an Bell Tower Atour S Wu Hotel features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 700 metres from the city centre and 1.2 km from Bell Tower. At the hotel, all rooms come with a wardrobe. Rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. Drum Tower is 1.5 km from Xi'an Bell Tower Atour S Wu Hotel, while Daming Palace is 5.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Xi'an Xianyang International Airport, 43 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Creative. Highly elegant. Comfortable beds. Situated in Xi'an and with Drum Tower reachable within 7.7 km, The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a bar. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has free bikes, as well as an indoor pool and a fitness centre. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a hot tub. Bell Tower is 8 km from The Ritz-Carlton, Xi'an, while Big Wild Goose Pagoda is 8.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Xi'an Xianyang International Airport, 38 km from the hotel.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most creative and elegant central luxury hotel in Xi'an.
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