Homestays in Tibet, China

"This hotel is steeped in history! It's the former site of the Nepalese Consulate, a 400-year-old ancient building that now houses the Gesar Gyalpo Museum. Guests get free entry, offering an immersive experience of ******* culture. Plus, your photos will naturally have a vintage filter. And the courtyard? The atmosphere is simply divine, a photographer's dream! The courtyard's ambiance is incredible! With blue skies, white clouds, and beautifully carved beams and painted pillars, every photo you take looks amazing. Relax in the courtyard and order a sweet tea, juice, or coffee to enjoy a leisurely afternoon tea. Paired with authentic yak yogurt and cheese dregs, your taste buds will experience the unique flavors of the plateau. 🎁 Must-Enjoy Guest Perks: ✅ Free ******* attire experience (10:30-22:30), can be worn out to explore the ancient city. ✅ 10 complimentary retouched photos from a courtyard photoshoot (makeup and styling at your own expense). ✅ Free entry to the Gesar Gyalpo Museum. ✅ High-altitude amenity gift pack in your room: face masks, hair essential oil, makeup remover wipes, wet wipes. ✅ Free sweet tea in the courtyard. 📍 Prime Location: Right on the Barkhor Street Kora (pilgrim's circuit), just a 3-minute walk to Jokhang Temple. Super convenient for getting around. It's incredibly photogenic, perfect for transition video check-ins, the service is thoughtful, and the experience is top-notch. If you're coming to Lhasa, this is the place to choose!"

"This Lhasa trip led me to an incredibly pleasant surprise: a hidden gem of a Tibetan-style hotel. It was a perfect, flawless experience! The moment I walked in, I was enveloped by a rich, authentic ******* atmosphere. Exquisite handcrafted ******* doors and windows, alongside handmade wool ******* rugs, complemented by the soothing aroma of ******* incense, created an elegant and solemn space brimming with ethnic beauty. The lobby was clean and refined, and every photo I took looked like it belonged in a magazine, offering a truly immersive experience of snowland ******* culture. The entire room was equipped with an oxygen concentrator, so there was absolutely no need to worry about altitude sickness upon arriving at the plateau, ensuring a peaceful night's sleep. The bedding was soft and gentle on the skin, the bathroom was clean and odor-free, and the 24-hour hot water supply was stable and ample. A humidifier and comprehensive toiletries were all provided. This hotel perfectly blends traditional ******* elegance with modern, high-end comfort, balancing both aesthetics and practicality."

"Beautiful hotel that still preserves its historical architecture with modern luxuries. We enjoyed the heated floor (it's so comfortable to walk around) and the oxygen machine (a lifesaver when we just reached Lhasa!). Special thanks to Guest Service staff - 次塔 for coordinating breakfast and housekeeping with us throughout our stay, and for helping to safekeep our forgotten item when we checked out! Her warm hospitality helped us ease into the high altitude environment more easily! Oh and don't forget to try the Indian restaurant within the hotel - it's extremely delicious and the price is affordable! We hope to return soon!"

"Very Tibetan aesthetic style, warm and thoughtful, I feel that the whole family is running this hotel very carefully, from the details of the decoration to the considerate care, full of happiness, the beef and lamb for the hotel dinner are very delicious, With the wrong sunset to eat hot dinner, the ultimate romance. I hope to come back to this warm and beautiful hotel in the future to feel happy and beautiful."

"First, let me praise the cleanliness; it was truly spotless. When I first entered, I instinctively touched the bedside table and desktop, and there wasn't a speck of dust. The bathroom was also free of water stains and hair. For a guesthouse to achieve this level of cleanliness is better than many chain hotels. The room's overall design is warm and bright, with light beige walls and warm, non-glaring lighting. The curtains are cotton and linen, allowing light in but not letting in, so even during the day, it's not dark and feels very comfortable. They've spared no expense on amenities. There's a Marshall speaker on the table; I connected my phone and played a song, and the sound quality was excellent, with full bass. It was quite a pleasant surprise to have such a small treat in a place like Lhasa. The hairdryer is a Dyson, powerful yet lightweight, drying hair incredibly quickly without the arm getting tired from holding it up for so long. The humidifier deserves special mention. Lhasa is incredibly dry; I didn't use the humidifier the first night, and my throat was so dry I woke up several times in the middle of the night. The second night, I turned the humidifier on full blast, slept soundly until morning, and my nose didn't feel sore in the morning. This humidifier has a large water tank, so I don't need to refill it all night, which is great. The oxygen concentrator is the medical type, not a portable canister. I had a headache the night I arrived in Lhasa, and after inhaling for about ten minutes, it immediately relieved the pain; the effect was very noticeable. Plus, the machine isn't very loud, so it's not noisy even next to the bed. However, there is one minor drawback. The floor seems to be poorly maintained; some areas look old and even a bit dirty. Upon closer inspection, it's not actually dirty, but rather worn and scratched, but it does look unsightly. A renovation or a rug would greatly improve the experience. The flooring issue doesn't affect my sleep, but I hope the seller will take note of it."

"The guesthouse was very clean and hygienic, and I loved the style. We came with friends, and they upgraded our room. Sitting on the terrace, looking up at Danjielin Temple was truly breathtaking. The courtyard was beautifully decorated with many plants. The housekeeping staff and the young men and women at the front desk were very friendly. Most importantly, it's only a three-to-five-minute walk to Barkhor Street and Jokhang Temple, and there are many good restaurants nearby. I'll definitely come back next time."

"When I came to Tibet, I stayed in a Tibetan-style hotel. The decoration of the hotel was very Tibetan-style. The room and the bathroom inside were very clean and tidy. You can see the day and night view of the Potala Palace and the sunrise from the rooftop on the fifth floor. The breakfast on the fifth floor was very nice. , the food is simple but delicious. The reception staff are very polite and speak fluent Mandarin and English. The staff help solve various problems in Tibet, including taking a day tour, taking a taxi, transportation, shopping, luggage storage, moving luggage, etc."

"I highly recommend the Dong Mawha Hotel! Its location is excellent, making it super convenient for getting around and finding places to eat. The room was spotless, free of any strange odors, and the bedding was soft and comfortable. The soundproofing was also fantastic. The front desk staff were incredibly warm and efficient with both check-in and check-out. The value for money here is simply amazing, I can't recommend it enough! The thoughtful details really stood out: a Kung Fu tea set, an instant hot water dispenser, a washer-dryer combo, a Dyson hairdryer, and they even provided a weighing scale and bathrobes. It made for a truly comfortable and hassle-free stay. I fell in love with this hotel after just one visit and have already recommended it to my friends. I'll definitely be staying here again on my next trip!"

"Absolutely loved this guesthouse! When I booked, there weren't many reviews, but I figured a new place couldn't be too bad, and I was so right—it exceeded my expectations. The location is fantastic, right next to the famous Taohuayun spot. It's a five-story building with its own courtyard and parking. The room was spacious, equipped with smart devices, a large TV, and a TOTO bathroom with excellent water pressure. The bedding was incredibly comfortable; it was the best night's sleep I had in Tibet. Unlike other hotels where it gets chilly in the early morning and you can't even keep your arms outside the covers, this place was perfect. They even have diffused oxygen, which brought my blood oxygen levels right up to 98, and the room felt comfortably humid. The view from the fifth-floor restaurant is stunning! The steam pot chicken at the restaurant, while a bit pricey for two and more than we could finish, was totally worth it—we ended up packing the leftovers. The rice cakes for breakfast were absolutely delicious. What truly stood out was seeing Mount Namcha Barwa and the 'sunlit golden mountain' phenomenon! I took tons of photos at the guesthouse's own camp, which has a small pond and barley fields – perfect for stunning shots. I even went down to take more pictures in the middle of dinner. All the staff at the guesthouse were wonderful. Highly recommend it!"