2-Star Hotels in Pu'er

Having seen many reviews about the poor hygiene, inadequate service, and lack of facilities at guesthouses in Jingmai Mountain, I had already lowered my expectations. However, the actual experience exceeded my expectations. They had all the disposable toiletries that hotels usually provide. The owners were incredibly kind, cooking free rice noodles for everyone every morning and inviting guests for tea. In the evenings, they would knock on the door and bring freshly grilled pork belly – it smelled amazing and was incredibly delicious! The guesthouse's location was also fantastic; you could see the sea of ​​clouds right from the window, and it was very quiet at night. It was truly excellent value for money. The owners also sell tea, and I bought some to bring back as gifts for my family before leaving – the prices were very reasonable. Superb!

The environment was very comfortable and relaxing. Beautiful view whwre you can see some of the sea of clouds. They give you disposable coverings for you to put on top of the fresh pillow bedding and mattress for extra hygiene which is a nice touch I haven't seen before. Bathroom is very clean, though there are only two toilets and two showers and two sinks, so do note that for busy season, but it wasn't an issue at all during my stay. They provided breakfast too, fresh milk the boss heated for me when I got up, and red sugar glutinous rice cakes wrapped in banana leaves (babas), and it was fun to get ready for the day with new friends on the balcony overlooking the village. I think the environment is very good for meeting new friends and other solo travelers- I arrived at the hostel randomly at the same time as three other girls, and we explored Manghong togetjer on the boss's recommendations for itinerary and sightseeing. And the next day the boss dropped us off at a tea roasting experience, and just as we were heading to Nuogan another girl from the hostel finished her tea roasting session, so we all went to Nuogan togetjer to play. The boss even helped load my luggage onto the shuttle bus so that it could pick me up at a sightseeing spot further down the mountain!

This hotel is perfectly located in the heart of the Tea Horse Ancient City. Just a 100-meter walk downstairs brings you to the Bonfire Square, where you can watch and participate in evening dancing. A few steps further brings you to the Tea Horse Ancient City Night Market, where visitors can stroll, eat, and have fun. The rooms are spacious, bright, and clean, with a small balcony perfect for enjoying the view, tea, and conversation. The proprietress is dedicated, down-to-earth, hardworking, and warmly attentive.

It's very convenient to get around. It's only about a 10-minute walk to Beigui Cafe to watch the sunrise. The rooftop platform has a great view with a panoramic vista of the beautiful scenery. The owner makes rice noodles every day with broth that she has cooked the day before as the base, which is very delicious.

After staying here, I truly feel this guesthouse is fantastic! The location is superb, with all amenities nearby and close to tourist attractions. The room decor is cozy and clean, and the bedding was so comfortable I slept wonderfully every night. The owner is warm and hospitable; they not only recommended local food and sightseeing routes but also helped us arrange transportation to the Forest Park, saving us a lot of hassle. The breakfast was incredibly delicious, the taste was amazing. Next time I'm in the area, I'll definitely choose this guesthouse again!

Extremely satisfied! The place was clean and tidy, and the room was immaculate. The service was exceptional; it's rare to encounter such a wonderful owner who truly anticipates and addresses guests' needs. Absolutely fantastic! It's also quite close to the station, and the owner was very prompt with pick-up and drop-off, couldn't ask for more. Definitely a five-star review, highly recommend staying here. This is my genuine experience and feedback. Wishing the owner a thriving business!

Looking for a place to stay to experience the tea aroma and evening breeze of Pu'er. The guesthouse's location is convenient for unloading luggage later in the day, as you can drive right in. The auntie is very kind, and I felt a warm, homely atmosphere. Nestled within the Ancient Tea Horse City, this courtyard guesthouse boasts bluestone paths and lush plants, effectively shielding it from the bustling streets. The architectural style blends Southern Yunnan characteristics, with wooden windows, tea tables, and courtyard views complementing each other, integrating the ancient charm of the Tea Horse Road into everyday life. My favorite time was the evening, sitting on the terrace, brewing a pot of Pu'er, and gazing at the ancient city lights in the distance. The room was clean and elegant, the hot water in the bathroom was stable, and the overall comfort was excellent. The owner is knowledgeable about local customs and shared tea-tasting insights, helping us avoid tourist traps. During the day, I strolled through the ancient city, exploring stories of the caravan. At night, I watched the bonfire song and dance, then easily returned to the quiet courtyard. No need to rush the itinerary; slowing down here is the best way to experience Pu'er.

The hotel is all wooden decoration, parking is convenient, free tea and red dates and white fungus porridge at the front desk, very delicious. Breakfast is very Chinese, no fried eggs and bread, but the staple food and stir-fried vegetables are very good, and there are sugar water poached eggs. The bean paste bag quicksand bag is not prefabricated, and the milk should be prefabricated milk powder. Zhenyu County is very small, and you can walk to all parts of the county quickly from the hotel. In short, although it is marked with 2 diamonds, the room facilities and services have actually reached the standard of at least 3 diamond hotels. It is recommended that Trip.com re-rating as soon as possible.

A very sweet family! We were immediately invited for tea, and I even tasted their homemade dragon fruit wine. Breakfast and dinner were delicious, well-prepared, and we also found them inexpensive. They're almost always around to help, but clearly have their own activities at the same time—a nice balance. The accommodation feels a bit like a small farm: there are several animals on site. They and the neighbors also have super sweet, affectionate dogs and a cat. They romp and play together all day long and love to come and visit. I absolutely fell in love with the neighbor's puppy. Price-wise, this place is really affordable compared to other accommodations in the area. The room is fine: not huge, but big enough (and you're mostly outside anyway). The bed is firm, which we actually appreciated. The toilet is a squat toilet and has hot water. The shared terrace is a highlight: a beautiful view of the mountains and the valley, and you look out onto the ”sea of ​​clouds”—magical, especially in the morning. We didn't have a car, but we were able to rent a scooter here for 50 yuan a day. It was so much fun and made our stay even better than we could have imagined: the two of us explored the entire area. The bus stops about 1 km away, and for the return trip to Pu'er, they helped us with a shared ride. They're a truly warm family who plan your trip with you and are always willing to help. If we return, we would definitely stay here again. Thank you! P.S. Near the accommodation, there's also a family that sells homemade tea sets made with special clay. Highly recommended!

All the reviews are true, but it’s not the wooden building that causes it.  Yes, it is very loud and you hear everyone. We’ve stayed in other fully wooden places, it’s worse here. Maybe not the wood but the guests are the problem. Loud Chinese people, walking the stairs with the heaviest pace you can imagine. Maybe help the other guests by hanging some warnings on the stairs: please be mindful for the other guests when walking to your room.  Also loud Chinese tourist on the square below. Not only while eating they scream all over the place, also with the tea ceremony nobody asks them to please stop talking after 23:00/24:00. We were up till 02:00AM because of tea drinking Chinese people at the fire. We stayed in the suite, which is located above the fire pit. Maybe the other rooms are less noisy. At 7AM each morning, somebody ran down the stairs. We think it’s the staff. It wakes you up through your earplugs.  The staff is OK. They are very shy, not rude. They could be more pro active though as we didn’t feel like they wanted to do something.. which is different to rude but also not very friendly.  The other villages around are way bigger and less cozy than Wengji. Also, with this guesthouse being just next to the town, it was perfect to escape the tourists most of the time. We didn’t find other accommodations in Wengji with the same aesthetics as Shishi guesthouse so we can’t recommend other places better than this. Maybe if the guesthouse would invest in trying to keep the noise down under the various guests, with text signs or with clearer house rules (fire pit), the noise problem wouldn’t be as bad.  Maybe if they tried to enthusiast their staff more and keep them from watching Chinese drama shows on their phones all day, they would be a bit more welcoming.  We’ve met a lot of amazing people in Wengji, it’s definitely not the locals that have this behaviour.  Lastly, the suite has a cubicle bathroom in the room, they really don’t clean this well. It smells very bad and just feels dirty all over.  For comfort this place is too expensive, for the location and aesthetics you won’t find better options nearby.