Duanshi Siyi Garden (Dali Ancient City Branch)

The hotel room was clean and tidy, and it's a smart hotel. However, it's facing the street, so it was noisy with traffic coming and going even in the early hours of the morning.

The hotel offered a complimentary box of 'three-no' (unbranded, no-name, no-producer info) fresh flower cakes, which tasted so-so but was a thoughtful gesture. **Cons:** I booked a special offer room, which unfortunately is located on a very busy road with constant traffic and people. If you happen to be on the second floor, congratulations, you'll be treated to endless car honking. The soundproofing is just okay; maybe it's better with the windows closed. But it's not a big deal; most guesthouses have average soundproofing. Also, staying here means you'll have to walk a bit. It's over 800 meters from both the South and East gates of the ancient city, which means a walk of more than ten minutes. If you prefer a more relaxed trip, I'd suggest booking a place closer. I passed many similar guesthouses on my way here, but this one is really far. It's not close to either gate, meaning it's not particularly convenient for accessing one specific gate. If you enjoy walking, don't miss it. **Pros:** There's a rooftop viewing platform with a decent mountain view. The entire room was very clean, and all the disposable amenities were well-stocked, including disposable toilet seat covers and basically everything you could need. The TV was large, the bed was very comfortable, and the door had a keyless entry lock. All in all, it offers great value for money, and I think it's pretty good.

Really good, no major complaints. I particularly liked some of the thoughtful touches in the room, like the padded table corners to prevent bumps, and the slippers being stood upright to avoid water accumulation and bacterial growth. The hotel is located just outside the Old City, about a 10-minute walk from Dali Ancient City. Rooms on the second floor near the small road might be a bit noisy, but the third floor is quiet. It uses a keyless entry system, so overall security feels very high. Very satisfied.