2 Best Hotels in Yangshuo, Southwestern China

Built around a traditional courtyard, the Magnolia welcomes you with a glass-roofed lobby overlooking a lovely carp pond. Rooms have big picture windows, most with amazing views of the mountains, the river, or both. The family suite is particularly nice, with two adjoining rooms that give parents and children a little privacy.

With its curvaceous tile roof and balconies with stunning views of the Li River, this is one of the town's nicest budget hotels. The guest rooms are tastefully appointed with dark-wood furniture. The first-floor restaurant, with open-air seating and a great views of the water, is a lovely place for breakfast even if you're staying somewhere else.