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Located in Pingyao Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lao Cheng Gen Hostel is a 10-minute walk from Xianya, the former county government. It offers free bicycle rentals and free shuttle services to Pingyao Railway Station, a 5-minute drive away. All rooms come with traditional Chinese Kang bed. Lao Cheng Gen is a 10-minute walk from Rishengchang Former Bank, a popular tourist site. Taiyuan Wusu Airport is a 1.5-hour drive away. Featuring free Wi-Fi in all areas, the property provides daily newspapers, luggage storage and fax/photocopying for guests’ convenience. A chargeable airport shuttle service is available. Offering views of Pingyao Old Town, the rooms at Lao Cheng Gen feature classic wood furnishings, a seating area and a private bathroom with free toiletries and shower facilities. There are Chinese paintings on the wall.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Pingyao, this property has an excellent location score of 8.8!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
2 twin beds
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No credit card needed. All options are bookable without a credit card.

Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
9.3
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Pingyao
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jane
    United States of America United States of America
    I liked the location and I enjoyed staying in a room that had lots of history. It was easy to walk around the city, with many shops and interesting historical sites to see.
  • Marino
    Argentina Argentina
    the room is super nice and comfortable. The guy that works there is kind and always there to help
  • Klara
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    Absolutely stunning front yard, very helpfull staff, good location. Amazing value for the price. :)

Area info

Amenities of Pingyao Laochenggen Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Guest bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Internet
Fast free Wifi 241 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs CNY 30 per day.
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/out
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Mosquito net
    • Wake-up service
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Heating
    • Car rental
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Chinese

    House rules

    Pingyao Laochenggen Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    Available 24 hours

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    Available 24 hours

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

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    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a valid government-issued ID card or passport upon check-in.

    Please note that hotel requires pre-payment during Chinese public holidays. Please contact the property for more information.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Pingyao Laochenggen Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    FAQs about Pingyao Laochenggen Inn

    • Pingyao Laochenggen Inn is 2,450 feet from the center of Pingyao. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Pingyao Laochenggen Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Walking tours
      • Bicycle rental

    • The prices at Pingyao Laochenggen Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Pingyao Laochenggen Inn is from 12:00 AM, and check-out is until 12:00 AM.

    • Room options at Pingyao Laochenggen Inn include:

      • Double
      • Family
      • Twin/Double