This is a very charming B&B/inn with a lot of character. We stayed here for almost a week recently. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. To start with, the staff here couldn't be more kind and helpful. They go out of their ways to attend to the guests' needs. The public area is beautifully and tastefully decorated. The rooms are well appointed... more

Our travel agent booked us into this horrible place claiming it was a four star hotel. At best, it is a moderately charming little inn. We arrived exhausted and my husband was sick and we were put in a room with no windows (it was very hot) and the hotel doesn't have A/C or even fans. The room was so... more

We recently spent 2 nights at the Zen Garden Hotel (and then 2 nights at the Banyan Tree Lijiang -- see accompanying review). I really cannot complain about the ZGH. Location is great, right in the old town of Lijiang but not near any noisy bars. Staff are courteous and speak very good English. Breakfast is good and plentiful. The... more

We stayed in Lijiang for 3 nights and found the hotel to be extremely conveniently located. The staff were very friendly. When they discovered I had a feather-allergy, they replaced my bedding immediately. They were always very helpful in terms of providing cutlery and other assistance needed for the room. They were also able to arrange for a reliable driver... more

This is a great choice for Lijiang, providing a quiet location, the charm of an older Chinese building, and a base to roam around the old town. We had previously stayed in a more comfortable five star hotel in the new town, and found this a much better choice (although not without its drawbacks). But only if you can get... more

we stayed at new zen garden. its exellent family atmosphere hotel. friendly staff. there is internet connection at hotel , you always get a cup of green tea when you sit at the computer. breakfast is good, with a choice of fresh fruits. there is good life chinese traditional music in the afternoon. loaction i s right in old town.... more

We stayed in this Hotel in April 2008 and it is definitely a place I would recommend. I liked the old style look of this hotel and on arrival, we were given Chinese tea and home made biscuits. We sat and ate and drank on the small terrace outside our room whilst taking in the stunning views over old LiJiang.... more

We decided on Zen Garden after reading the recommendations on Tripadvisor and booked a 3 nite stay at the hotel. The staff was friendly, the rooms clean (altho a bit small), and the location was excellent as it was tucked away in a back alley within the old town. The quaint shops were just a step away. Unfortunately I fell... more

We stayed a bit after the national holiday for 6 nights at the Zen Garden hotel. We stayed at the less expensive section (not the Lion Hill). LOCATION: bettter than Lion Hill (which is not far from the center but you have to climb all the way up every time). Just in the center of the old town, 20 meters... more