Shangri-La Guilin is a large, full-service hotel on the banks of the river, designed for travellers who want reliable comfort and plenty of facilities in the city. It has 439 rooms, ranging from standard rooms to executive suites, and the amenities include an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool, a spa, a health club, a coffee shop, a poolside bar, a business centre, a playground and an arcade for children. Room service runs around the clock, and WiFi is free. The hotel is especially convenient for families and business travellers, since children up to eleven can stay free using the existing beds and rollaway beds are available for a fee. It is a calm, comfortable place to return to after a long day trip, and rates are higher in holiday periods.
Location and getting around
The hotel sits on the riverbank in Guilin, a small-town setting compared with the city centre, and several of the city's sights, including Reed Flute Cave and Mulong Lake, are within a short drive. You will mostly use taxis, ride-hailing or hotel arrangements for sightseeing, so ask the front desk about transfers for the Li River cruise and for the airport.
Rooms and who it suits
The categories run from standard rooms up to executive suites, so compare the room types on the booking page. Couples enjoy the pool and spa, families benefit from the children's facilities and the free stay for children up to eleven, and business travellers will appreciate the meeting facilities and the quiet atmosphere. Travellers who want to be in the middle of the evening street life may find the riverside location a little removed.
Good to know
A buffet breakfast is available for a surcharge, and breakfast-inclusive rates are offered for guests aged twelve and over, which are often the better deal. Free self parking is offered for those who drive, check-in starts in the early afternoon with a noon check-out, and pets are not allowed. The seasonal outdoor pool is usually open in the warmer months only, so confirm the dates if swimming matters to you. Book early for the October holidays and the spring and autumn peaks, when rates rise and the hotel fills with tour groups.
Why stay here
- ✓Indoor pool and seasonal outdoor pool
- ✓Full-service spa and health club
- ✓Several on-site dining options
- ✓Poolside bar and coffee shop
- ✓24-hour room service
- ✓Free WiFi
- ✓Children facilities and playground
- ✓Free self parking
Good questions
Do children stay free?+
Children up to eleven can stay free using the existing beds, and rollaway beds are available for an extra charge. Check the policy for your dates.
Is breakfast included?+
A buffet breakfast is available for a surcharge, and breakfast-inclusive rate plans are offered for guests aged twelve and over. Compare the two when booking.
Does the hotel have a pool?+
Yes, there is an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. The outdoor one is usually open in the warmer months.
