Steps from Dali Ancient Town, The Lily Pad Inn is 15 km from Dali city. The property is a Bai-style courtyard featuring private rooms and dormitory rooms with free Wi-Fi. It offers a business centre and a tour desk. Free yoga lesson is open to all guests every saturday and sunday mornings. The Lily Pad Inn is 1 km from Cang Mountain, 4 km from Three Pagodas and 8 km from Erhai Lake. It is 17 km from Dali Railway Station. Dali Airport is about 30 km away. Rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen TV and a seating area. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and bathrobes. Some rooms have mountain views. Extras include a washing machine and a desk. At The Lily Pad Inn you will find a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Others offered include ticketing services, a tour desk and luggage storage. The on-site restaurant LILY Inn serves traditional Chinese dishes, Western food and Bai cuisines.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Dali, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

Parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 large double bed
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No credit card needed. All options are bookable without a credit card.

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Livia
    United States United States
    Really kind and helpful staff and gorgeous architecture! Beautiful traditional furniture and great location.
  • Davide
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The guesthouse is located near the old town and the 3 pagodas temple. The staff is very friendly and they gave us some tips regarding the local market. Our room was absolutely amazing with 2 big windows and mountain view. From the train station...
  • Robert
    United States United States
    Excellent location, the staff was also very kind and helpful. It was also easy to meet other foreigners, and had a social atmosphere. The Family dinner was amazing!

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of The Lily Pad Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Aerobics
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Table tennis
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs CNY 40 per day.
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Indoor play area
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Car hire
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Wellness
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Sun umbrellas
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Chinese

House rules

The Lily Pad Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 23:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 08:00 to 12:00

 

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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that a pre-payment of the total amount is required to guarantee the booking. The property will contact guests directly with payment instructions via bank transfer.

When you arrive in Dali Ancient Town, please call the property for directions to the property, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

If guests expect to arrive later than 18:00, please contact the property in advance. The contact information can be found on the confirmation letter.

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

Please inform The Lily Pad Inn in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

FAQs about The Lily Pad Inn

  • The prices at The Lily Pad Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at The Lily Pad Inn is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • The Lily Pad Inn is 8.1 miles from the centre of Dali. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Lily Pad Inn offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Table tennis
    • Canoeing
    • Personal trainer
    • Fitness classes
    • Walking tours
    • Fitness
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Bicycle rental
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Yoga classes
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bike tours
    • Aerobics

  • Room options at The Lily Pad Inn include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Bed in Dormitory
    • Twin
    • Quadruple