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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: October Inn in Lijiang offers family rooms with garden or mountain views. Each room includes a private bathroom, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden. The property features a restaurant, bar, and coffee shop. Additional amenities include a games room, culture classes, and a minimarket. Convenient Location: Located 25 km from Lijiang Sanyi Airport, October Inn is near attractions such as Fang Guoyu's Former Residence (12-minute walk) and Black Dragon Pond Park (4 km). Free parking is available. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for dinner, convenient location, and attentive staff, October Inn ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • FREE parking!


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 bunk bed
2 double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Guillaume
    France France
    We had an awesome stay in Lijiang ! The owner gave us great advice on things to do around, Tiger Leaping Gorge hike, and also cooked us delicious breakfasts and dinners. Our room for two was also clean and well furnished.
  • Juliette
    France France
    The hostel is very well located just above the old city, it's a 10 minute walk The vibe is really great, there are a lot of chill areas and even a rooftop to watch the sunset from The beds are spacious and conformable, there is hot shower And...
  • Jan
    Denmark Denmark
    Hostel is super nice and the family who runs it just wonderful and very helpful in planning tours and they create a good atmosphere. I like this place a lot and will stay there again :)
  • Jelmer
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Amazing friendly people. They’re eager to learn English. The room was clean and comfortable. They helped us a lot with the bus to the Tiger Gorge and the transport of our bags to the final destination. We forgot some stuff and we really appreciate...
  • Blake
    Australia Australia
    The owner of the hostel and Ashley were excellent; extremely helpful and generous. The 4 bed dorm was comfortable and clean. The hostel has a really cool vibe and was social. You should stay here!
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owners were super helpful and the accommodation was wonderful. Would highly recommend to firnds and family.There are plenty of places to sit outside the room, including a roof top space. Just 15 mins walk to the ancient town. However, if you...
  • Selina
    Switzerland Switzerland
    I enjoyed my stay at the October Inn. Following the instructions I received by mail, the hostel was easy to find. It‘s location is a bit up the hill and in short walking distance to the old town (it’s a quiet neighbourhood). The owners are very...
  • Andrews
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The people running the Inn were so lovely and helpful with planning trips and other questions!
  • Korbinian
    Germany Germany
    The hosts helped me getting around and organise my trip. The hostel is in a quiet place, but in walling distance to all restaurants. Best place for that price.
  • Eddie
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Ah Ho the Manager was very helpful to all our needs eg ,Arranging Bus to Tiger Leaping Gorge & inform Tina Hostel on our left over Luggage as we are Trekking the Upper Gorge and guiding us on nearby place of interest and also asking his sister who...

Host Information

Company review score: 9.4Based on 65 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

OCTOBER INN has been around for just over a year and is already one of the most popular hostels in Lijiang. October Inn is located 15 minutes from Lijiang Old Town in a quiet area close to the Elephant Hill. October Inn is an international hostel with English speaking staff. The hostel staff members enjoy meeting people from all around the world, and you yourself will make a lot of new friends at October Inn! By climbing the Elephant Hill for 10-15 minutes and then descending, you can get to the BLACK DRAGON POOL and enter for FREE! Directions are available at the hostel. Every Monday the hostel arranges a guided climb up the Elephant Hill. If you are looking forward to go to the amazing TIGER LEAPING GORGE hiking route, you have to look no further! At October Inn the staff will book the bus ticket for you. Every morning you can go by bus all the way to the start of the hike, which is located in Qiaotou village, 2.5 hours from Lijiang. A staff member from the hostel will follow you all the way to the bus, which is a 10 minute walk, and make sure you get on the right one. From the end of the hike you can continue to Shangri-La or come back to Lijiang.

Languages spoken

English,Chinese

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site

House rules

October Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 06:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 06:00 to 14:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
16+ years
Extra bed upon request
CNY 60 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 00:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The property can help guests carry the luggage from the entrance of Lijiang Old Town for free. Please contact the property in advance.

Please note that the property does not provide toothbrush and toothpaste.

A deposit via bank wire or Alipay during high season and Chinese bank holidays may be required to secure your reservation. The property may contact you with instructions after booking.

The following activities can be enjoyed at October Inn:

Monday: guided tour to Elephant Hill

Tuesday: tour to Shuhe and Baisha Ancient Town

Thursday: movie Night

Saturday: free beer at the Sakurakin Bar located in Old Town.

Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 08:00:00.