Description: I thought this hotel was perfectly located. The Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple, the Barkhor and many restaurants were all within easy walking distance.
From the street the building looked somewhat disappointing and even the lobby was cramped and ordinary. When we were taken to our rooms, however, it was a different story. Most look out on to a nice little private garden with lawn, trees, and a small restaurant. The atmosphere was lovely.
The rooms themselves were very comfortable. Each was large, air-conditioned/heated, and adequately equipped. I stayed in two different rooms. Both contained two single beds but I assume there are some doubles. The bathrooms had a bath with shower, toilet, wash basin and most importantly, reliable hot water. Hot drinking water was provided for tea and there was a small refrigerator with supplies if needed. There was a TV with a limited range of channels (none in English), a desk suitable for working on, a telephone with international connections via the switchboard, and a couple of chairs.
Because there were many restaurants in the area, I didn’t eat at the hotel except for a light breakfast before leaving early on the last morning, and a light working lunch one afternoon. Both were perfectly adequate and reasonably priced. There was a regular restaurant providing all meals. There were also internet and other business facilities but I found much cheaper offerings just down the street.
The staff were very friendly and helpful. I would certainly return.
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