A boutique courtyard-style guesthouse and hostel a few minutes' walk from the Bell Tower and the Muslim Quarter's food lanes; rooms from around ¥280/night (~$39).
Hantang House is a boutique guesthouse built around a traditional-style courtyard in Beilin District, a short walk from the Bell Tower and the entrance to the Muslim Quarter's Huimin Street food lanes. It occupies a niche between a backpacker hostel and a small boutique hotel, offering both private rooms and shared dormitory-style accommodation, along with a courtyard cafe and communal lounge popular with independent travellers. Rooms range from Standard Double and Deluxe Courtyard categories to Family Rooms for small groups. The property's location is its strongest selling point, putting the Bell Tower, Drum Tower, and Muslim Quarter street food all within a five-to-ten-minute walk, while also being close to a City Wall access ramp. The tour desk can help arrange onward tickets for the Terracotta Army and Mount Hua day trips, useful for independent travellers without a fixed itinerary. The courtyard setting offers a quieter retreat from the surrounding old-town streets despite the central location.
| Price | $$ |
|---|---|
| Address | Beilin District, near South Chang'an Street and the Bell Tower, Xi'an |
Room types
- Standard Double Room
- Deluxe Courtyard Room
- Family Room
Amenities
- courtyard garden
- cafe
- wifi
- laundry service
- tour desk
- shared lounge
Weather through the year in Shaanxi
Best time Shoulder Worth avoiding
Average daytime temperature in °C. Figures are for Shaanxi.
Location
Beilin District, near South Chang'an Street and the Bell Tower, Xi'an
34.2650, 108.9500 View on map
Highlights
- Traditional courtyard setting a few minutes from the Bell Tower
- Close to the Muslim Quarter's Huimin Street food lanes
- Tour desk for booking Terracotta Army and Mount Hua day trips
- Courtyard cafe and shared lounge for meeting other travellers
- Good value for a central old-town location
Tips for visiting
- Book a Deluxe Courtyard Room for the quietest stay away from street noise
- Use the tour desk to arrange a Tourist Bus 306 ticket or private transfer to the Terracotta Army
- The Muslim Quarter's food lanes are best visited in the evening when stalls are in full swing
- A City Wall access ramp is within a short walk for a bike ride atop the wall
Accessibility
The courtyard layout includes some steps between buildings; ground-floor rooms should be requested by guests with mobility concerns.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this a hostel or a hotel?
It functions as both, offering private guesthouse-style rooms alongside shared dormitory options.
How far is the Bell Tower?
It is a short walk, typically under 10 minutes.
Can the property help book day trips?
Yes, the on-site tour desk can help arrange Terracotta Army and Mount Hua day trips.