Stay in Datong Ancient City! A hidden treasure hotel with a view of the Drum Tower from your window is absolutely amazing

To all the treasure hunters visiting Datong Ancient City, listen to my advice! Don’t book hotels too far away anymore😭 This Najia Hotel, tucked right at the foot of the ancient city, is just a 2-minute walk to the city entrance. Open your window and you see the night view of the Drum Tower. At only about 80 RMB per person, it feels warm and cozy. Even the owner has “pampering guests” engraved in their DNA. The cost-performance ratio is simply legendary! The prime spot in the ancient city! Perfect for strolling, eating, and relaxing The location really meets all travel needs! It’s on Huayan Street just outside the west city wall of Datong Ancient City. Turn a corner from the hotel door and you’re inside the ancient city. It’s a 5-minute walk to the Drum Tower and Sipailou. After watching the ancient city light show at night, you can stroll back to your room without the hassle of hailing taxis or waiting in lines. The area is full of local delicacies. Don’t miss the Sun Ji Baozi shop downstairs for breakfast. The yellow millet jelly is sweet but not greasy, and eating it with tofu pudding brings pure happiness. Walk a bit further and you’ll find Lao Chai’s knife-cut noodles, authentic Datong flavor that will fill you up with pride! 🏠 Cozy little nest! Details that warm your heart I originally thought a hundred-yuan hotel would just be passable, but I was healed as soon as I entered! Warm yellow lighting paired with wooden furniture, and photos of Datong’s grottoes hanging on the walls instantly gave me a feeling of home. The ancient city view room I booked was a total delight. Pull back the curtains and you see the flying eaves and upturned corners of the Drum Tower. When the evening lights come on, the warm glow on the ancient architecture makes every photo a cinematic masterpiece📸 I got flooded with questions about the address when I posted on social media! The bedding is as soft as clouds, and the quilt is breathable. As a picky sleeper, I actually slept through the night. The bathroom is super clean with a dry and wet separation, no odors at all. The toiletries have a light mint scent, and even the toothbrush cup is individually packaged and sterilized. Detail lovers will feel very reassured. The desk thoughtfully provides free mineral water and local sea buckthorn juice, which is sweet and sour and refreshes your palate. The owner really understands tourists! 💁 The owner knows how to have fun better than locals This is the warmth a guesthouse should have! The owner, an uncle, was super enthusiastic. When he saw me dragging my suitcase, he immediately came to help and even drew me a “Datong food and sightseeing map,” marking the best photo spots at the grottoes, knife-cut noodle shops without queues, and even reminded me that Huayan Temple is less crowded in the morning and offers free guided tours. I suddenly wanted to visit the Yungang Grottoes, and the owner helped me arrange a carpool, saving me half the cost compared to taking a taxi. When I came back late at night, the front desk lady even left the lights on for me. So heartwarming~ 💡 Najia Hotel stay tips to save Address: Huayan Street, Pingcheng District, Datong City (outside the west city wall of the ancient city, just search “Najia Hotel” on navigation for perfect accuracy) Price: About 80-120 RMB per person, the view room costs 20 RMB more but is worth it. Students and budget travelers, go for it with your eyes closed. Must-try: Take morning photos of the Drum Tower from your room, stroll the ancient city walls at dusk, and grab some yellow millet jelly as a late-night snack. Tips: Request a high-floor view room when booking; ask the owner to help arrange carpooling to the grottoes in advance to save time and money. If you want an immersive experience of the ancient city vibe in Datong, staying here is definitely the right choice! Outside the door is the lively local atmosphere, inside is a sense of belonging. Next time I bring my parents, I’ll book this place again👇