Lhasa is the capital of Tibet, its largest and busiest city. Thousands of tourists arrive in Lhasa every year. There are accommodations of various levels of comfort.
The key factor of selecting the right Lhasa hotel for you is location. We highly recommend choosing hotel in Old Town – the historical center of the capital. In Old Town you will be close to historical places, religious worshipers, cafes, restaurants, small shops, souvenir sellers and large supermarkets.
Hotels in Lhasa have to adhere to certain standards to earn a right to host foreign travelers. You will have a choice of 3-5 star hotels while staying in Lhasa.
3-STAR LHASA HOTELS
YAK HOTEL
This is our go-to hotel for group tours. The location of the hotel is very convenient, it is in the central part of Lhasa, close to Jokhang temple, many great restaurants, small shops, supermarkets, and within walking distance to Potala Palace.
This Tibetan-owned hotel offers modern rooms, an air conditioner, a tea kettle, free Wi-Fi in every room, and a buffet breakfast.
GANG-GYAN HOTEL
Gang Gyan Hotel is a comfortable mid-range Tibetan-owned hotel conveniently located in the Old Town in Lhasa. We often use it for travelers booking our group tours. The 3-star hotel offers double and queen room rooms, a breakfast buffet, and Wi-Fi among other amenities.
Within a short walk from the hotel, you will find numerous restaurants, small stores, supermarkets, souvenir stores, and Barkhor Supermarket. Barkhor Street, Jokhang Temple, and Ramoche Temple are a short walk away.
TASHI TAKGE
Modest but cute Tibetan-owned hotel in the heart of Old Town, steps away from Jokhang Temple. Decorated in Tibetan style with all basic amenities, Wi-Fi and made to order breakfast.
TASHI CHOETA
Tibetan-owned hotel with traditional Tibetan decorations inside. From the roof of the hotel you can see Potala Palace. Hotel is located in the Old Town.
SHAMBALA PALACE
Beautiful Tibetan-owned hotel tastefully decorated in Tibetan style. It is located in Old Town, close to Jokhang Temple. You can enjoy the view on center of Lhasa from a rooftop terrace.
NEW MANDALA
A simple Tibetan-owned hotel with spacious rooms and all basic amenities. It is located within a walking distance to Jokhang Temple. There is a good restaurant on site with a selection of Tibetan, Nepalese, Indian and Western dishes. We recommend visiting the restaurant even if you are not staying in hotel.
TRICHANG LABRANG
This hotel is located in a historical building over 300 years old. Rooms are decorated in Tibetan style. One of the abbots lived in the building. It is in the Old Town, close to Jokhang Temple. There is a green courtyard with a restaurant.
YAPSHI PHUNKHANG
Yapshi Phunkhang Hotel is Tibetan-owned hotel, located near Beijing Road, close to Yak hotel. Yapshi Phunkhang is located in 19th century building, which was originally built for parents of the 11th Dalai Lama. The hotel is in traditional Tibetan style with spacious rooms.
4-STAR LHASA HOTELS
HOUSE OF SHAMBHALA
Beautiful Tibetan-owned hotel in the center of Old Town. Rooms are large and comfortable with Tibetan decorations. There is a great restaurant on site serving delicious Tibetan dishes. There is a beautiful roof terrace. Hotel is within walking distance of Jokhang Temple and Barkhor Street.
KYICHU
Kyichu Hotel is named after the Lhasa River (Kyichu in Tibetan). It is a Tibetan-owned hotel striving to make you feel as comfortable as you feel at home. It is located in Old Town, close to supermarkets, and many restaurants, and within walking distance to both Jokhang Temple and Potala Palace.
4 POINTS SHERATON
4 points Sheraton is located near Lhasa River. Large, spacious rooms with modern design. Hotel has a courtyard.
THANGKA
Great location steps away from Barkhor Square and Jokhang Temple. Spacious rooms with Tibetan design. Very comfortable hotel.
INTERCONTINENTAL
Large hotel complex designed as pyramids to capture abundant Lhasa sun. Large well-lit rooms decorated in modern style. The hotel is located away from the busy city center. The large restaurant is decorated with a model of Traditional Tibetan buildings.
5-STAR LHASA HOTELS
SHANGRI-LA
The best Lhasa hotel based on reviews from all our clients who stayed there. Shangri La is located between Potala Palace and Norbulingka Summer Palace. Spacious rooms with modern design. the best rooms offer Potala Palace view. There is an oxygen room to help you overcome symptoms of altitude sickness. There is a health club with indoor swimming pool.
ST. REGIS
Beautiful hotel in the heart of Lhasa. The best rooms offer view on Potala Palace, in Barkhot area. There is an indoor swimming pool and yoga classes. You will find there are three restaurants. Rooms are spacious with contemporary design and some traditional Tibetan decor elements.
