Drunk Time Inn

It is easy to get lost in the warren of alleys of Old Lijiang. Cars are not allowed! To get to the Charming Time Inn aka Time Boutique Inn, you are instructed to have the taxi drop you off at the "Oil Company" also know us the Sinopec Gas station. Liu from the hotel will meet you at the roadside and help with luggage as he directs you to the inn...and what a charming inn it is! Centuries old Chinese style meets the modern world ! The exterior is classic Chinese with dark wood lattice work, folding carved doors, running waters and a lovely stone courtyard. The interior boasts up to the minute bathroom fixtures, a soaking tub, double sinks, and a spacious bedroom. Rooms on the upper level have the advantage of a view of the sky - the broad soffit overhangs limit the light somewhat to the main floor. Although Liu's English is very basic, communication is easy with the Youdao translation app as well as the occasional phone call to his big brother, Steven, who is next door at the Charming Heart Inn! Liu , however, is equally charming and extremely helpful in arranging for tours or finding bus routes and directions. The rooms are lovely. The larger ones are best! The hotel is located on a very quiet alley close to many of the sights. Nothing is very far in Old Town Lijiang. The very heart of the Old Town, nearer the market square can be packed with throngs of tourists and with the sounds of music from various bars. Charming Time Inn (aka Time Boutique Inn) however is far enough away that noise is not a problem. Breakfast is served in the main floor reception room and the Chinese meal of porridge, steamed buns and pickles was perfect. Morning coffee is the usual sweetish powdered stuff...but there are cafes nearby for a dose of real caffeine! Charming Inn and a charming host add up to a charmed time in Lijiang.