Henan is a landlocked province in central China, on the middle Yellow River, that held the capitals of several dynasties. It is home to the Shaolin Temple, the Longmen Grottoes, the Shang dynasty Yin Ruins and Song dynasty Kaifeng, all linked by fast high-speed rail from Zhengzhou.
Accommodation overview
Henan's accommodation clusters around four bases. Zhengzhou is the main hub: business and chain hotels sit in Zhengdong New District beside Zhengzhou East Railway Station, with cheaper Hanting and Home Inn options around Erqi Square and Jinshui Road. Luoyang splits between the Laocheng old town near Lijingmen, good for Water Banquet dinners, and the Luolong district near the Longmen Grottoes. Kaifeng's Longting and Gulou districts put guesthouses within walking distance of the Drum Tower night market, and Dengfeng offers budget inns and mid-range hotels near the Shaolin Temple coaches. Budget rooms start around ¥120-200 a night, mid-range four-star chains run ¥250-650, and international-brand luxury properties run roughly ¥500-1,100. Prices rise sharply during Golden Week (1-7 October), May Day and the Luoyang Peony Festival in April, so book ahead; Trip.com and Meituan show the widest local range.
- Budget
- ¥60-300 (approx $9-45)/night for hostel beds and Hanting or Vienna chain hotels
- Mid-range
- ¥250-650 (approx $37-97)/night for 4-star chains, Hyatt Place, DoubleTree
- Luxury
- ¥500-1,100 (approx $75-164)/night for Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Curio properties
- Where to stay
- Zhengdong New District near Zhengzhou East Railway Station for rail connections; Luolong District for Luoyang and Longmen; Longting District for Kaifeng
Hotels by budget
Find accommodation that fits your travel budget.
Budget-friendly
Hanting Hotel (Zhengzhou East Railway Station)
A no-frills Hanting budget chain hotel a few minutes from Zhengzhou East Railway Station, clean and simple for a short stopover.
Check rates on Booking.comHanting Hotel (Zhengzhou Railway Station, Dehua Street)
A budget Hanting hotel about 1 km from the old Zhengzhou Railway Station, near the Erqi area and its cheap eateries.
Check rates on Booking.comKungfu Hostel (Songshan Shaolin Temple)
A backpacker hostel by Shaolin Temple in Dengfeng, cheap and popular with travelers who want an early start at the temple gates.
Check rates on Booking.comVienna Hotel Nanyang
A budget-to-mid Vienna chain hotel on North Renmin Road in Nanyang, convenient for a stop to see Wolong Temple and the city sights.
Check rates on Booking.comKunlun Leju Business Hotel
A budget business hotel in Nanyang's Wolong District, useful for a one-night stop.
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Crowne Plaza Zhengzhou
An IHG five-star on Jinshui Road in central Zhengzhou, convenient for the old commercial district and the Erqi area, with business facilities and a full breakfast.
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A Wanda Vista hotel in the CBD next to a large Wanda shopping complex, useful for restaurants and shops within a short walk.
Check rates on Booking.comFour Points by Sheraton Zhengzhou East Railway Station
A mid-range hotel near Zhengzhou East Railway Station, handy for early high-speed trains to Luoyang, Kaifeng, and Xi'an.
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A modern mid-range Hyatt in Xigong District on Zhongzhou Middle Road, on the west side of the central city, with easy taxi access to the old town and museums.
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A DoubleTree with an indoor pool on Zhengkai Road, roughly ten minutes by car from the main Kaifeng sights and a good option for families.
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A long-running mid-range hotel in Dengfeng, the base town for Shaolin Temple and Songshan; the temple is a short taxi ride away.
Check rates on Booking.comAnyang Meilun Hotel
A design-led hotel in Beiguan District that draws on oracle bone script motifs, a fitting pick for visitors to the Yin Ruins.
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Sheraton Grand Zhengzhou Hotel
A five-star tower in the Zhengdong New District, about two metro stops from Zhengzhou East Railway Station. Suited to travelers arriving by high-speed rail who want a central, full-service base.
Check rates on Booking.comHilton Zhengzhou
A Hilton on Jinshui Road between the new CBD and the old downtown, roughly 30 minutes from Xinzheng International Airport. A reliable international-standard choice for a first night in Zhengzhou.
Check rates on Booking.comJW Marriott Hotel Zhengzhou
A luxury JW Marriott in the Zhengdong CBD ring with spa facilities and multiple restaurants, close to the Zhengdong business and shopping area.
Check rates on Booking.comInterContinental Zhengzhou Zhengdong
An IHG luxury property in Zhengdong New District aimed at business and leisure guests, with several dining outlets and a club lounge.
Check rates on Booking.comInterContinental Zhengzhou (Erqi)
A downtown InterContinental in the Erqi area, within reach of Zhengzhou Railway Station and the old-town street food.
Check rates on Booking.comLuoyang Marriott Hotel
The main international-brand luxury hotel in Luoyang's new Luolong District, a practical base for the Longmen Grottoes and the Luoyang museums.
Check rates on Booking.comThe Reserve Hotel Luoyang, Curio Collection by Hilton
A Curio Collection hotel on Longmen Avenue, the road that runs south towards the Longmen Grottoes, in a quieter part of Luoyang.
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Kaifeng's first Marriott-group hotel, a full-service five-star property in the newer part of the city, a short taxi ride from the old town.
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Described as Anyang's only five-star hotel, sitting south of the centre about 300 m from the Anyang Museum, the standard base for visiting the Yin Ruins.
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Choose your base based on your interests and travel style.
Zhengdong New District (Zhengzhou)
Modern CBD ring around Zhengzhou East Railway Station with most international chains, malls, and the metro; convenient for high-speed trains and airport connections.
Best for: All travelers
Erqi and Jinshui Road (Zhengzhou)
The older commercial core near Zhengzhou Railway Station with street food and cheaper hotels, plus Hilton and Crowne Plaza on Jinshui Road.
Best for: All travelers
Luolong District (Luoyang)
The new southern district with the Marriott and Curio hotels, on the road towards the Longmen Grottoes.
Best for: All travelers
Xigong District (Luoyang)
Older central-west area with Hyatt Place and easy taxi access to the old town and museums.
Best for: All travelers
Longting District (Kaifeng)
Newer part of Kaifeng with Sheraton and DoubleTree, a taxi ride from the old city and night markets.
Best for: All travelers
Shaolin Temple area (Dengfeng)
Hostels and guesthouses right by Shaolin Temple; Dengfeng city, about 15 km away, has larger hotels.
Best for: All travelers
Our top picks
Handpicked recommendations for every type of traveler.
Sheraton Grand Zhengzhou Hotel
A five-star tower in the Zhengdong New District, about two metro stops from Zhengzhou East Railway Station. Suited to travelers arriving by high-speed rail who want a central, full-service base.
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A Hilton on Jinshui Road between the new CBD and the old downtown, roughly 30 minutes from Xinzheng International Airport. A reliable international-standard choice for a first night in Zhengzhou.
Check rates on Booking.comJW Marriott Hotel Zhengzhou
A luxury JW Marriott in the Zhengdong CBD ring with spa facilities and multiple restaurants, close to the Zhengdong business and shopping area.
Check rates on Booking.comCrowne Plaza Zhengzhou
An IHG five-star on Jinshui Road in central Zhengzhou, convenient for the old commercial district and the Erqi area, with business facilities and a full breakfast.
Check rates on Booking.comInterContinental Zhengzhou Zhengdong
An IHG luxury property in Zhengdong New District aimed at business and leisure guests, with several dining outlets and a club lounge.
Check rates on Booking.comInterContinental Zhengzhou (Erqi)
A downtown InterContinental in the Erqi area, within reach of Zhengzhou Railway Station and the old-town street food.
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Get the best deals and avoid common mistakes.
Book Zhengzhou, Luoyang and Kaifeng hotels 4-8 weeks ahead for the Luoyang Peony Festival (mid-April), Kaifeng Chrysanthemum Festival (October) and National Day week (October 1-7); rates can double.
Hotels in China must register every foreign guest with the police using the passport; have the passport and visa page ready at check-in, and note that some small budget hotels do not accept foreigners, so confirm on Trip.com before arriving.
Zhengzhou East Railway Station hotels suit early high-speed trains; base in Luoyang for Longmen Grottoes and in Kaifeng for the Song-era night markets.
Use the Trip.com English app or Booking.com for the widest range of prices; brand sites such as Marriott, Hilton and IHG have English phone lines and apps.
Rates in this guide use 1 USD = 6.70 CNY. Alipay and WeChat Pay are standard; foreign cards work at chain hotels but not always at small guesthouses, so carry some cash.
Alternative accommodations
Beyond traditional hotels, consider these options.
Guesthouses
Family-run guesthouses offer authentic local experiences and often include home-cooked meals. Great for cultural immersion.
Serviced apartments
Ideal for longer stays or families. Kitchen facilities help save money and provide flexibility.
Hostels
Budget-friendly option for solo travelers. Dorms and private rooms available with social common areas.