Top 6 Recommended Hotels in Shigatse

City of Shigatse, Tibet

Shigatse is located in the southwest of Qinghai-Tibet plateau, with Ngari Prefecture in the west, Nagqu in the north and Lhasa in the east. There are several sights around Shigatse. The north slope of Mount Everest is located in Tingri County, Shigatse, which is the highest peak in the world. Built along the mountain, Tashilhunpo Monastery has always been the residence of the Panchen Lama.

Shigatse must be added to your travel plan of Tibet! And in order to well prepare your Tibet tour, you must know the accommodation conditions in Shigatse. Our article here will introduce the most popular Shigatse hotels.

Part 1: Luxury Hotels in Shigatse
Part 2: Comfortable Hotels in Shigatse
Part 3: Budget Hotels in Shigatse

Part 1: Relatively Luxury Hotels in Shigatse 

Currently, in Shigatse, you can’t expect the very luxury hotels. The best hotels have just four stars. But there are plenty of affordable and comfortable hotels for your choice. To make sure your ideal accommodation, the best 6 hotels in Shigatse are going to be introduced in detail. First of all, for tourists who prefer better hotel environment and service, the following two hotels might meet your expectation.

Top 6 Shigatse Hotels - Qomo Langzong Hotel

Option 1 - Qomo Langzong Hotel

Decorated with unique Tibetan hotels, Qomo Langzong Hotel is a 4-star hotel, which is the best one in Shigatse. Within 8 minutes, you can walk to Tashilhunpo Monastery. The hotel offers a presidential suite with the highest altitude in the world, guest rooms with glass ceiling for star-watching, rooms themed on post-Tibet culture and rooms with the theme of tea.

Hotel Class: 4 star
Price Range: $104 - $104 (based on average rates for a standard room)
Hotel Amenities: ATM, Oxygen supply system, room service, 24-hour front desk service, free WiFi, daily housekeeping, luggage storage, air conditioning, restaurant, breakfast in the room, bar, sun terrace, garden, etc.
Location: Intersection of Shanghai Middle Road and Zhufeng Road, Shigatse
Hotel Surroundings: Tashilhunpo Monastery (8 mins walk), Dicos

Top 6 Shigatse Hotels - Shigatse Shandong Building Hotel

Option 2 - Shigatse Shandong Building Hotel

Shigatse Shandong Hotel is a Tibetan style 3-star hotel and is well equipped with many facilities, including a restaurant, a bar and the most advanced central air conditioner. Every rooms offer TV, refrigerater and oxygen supplier. A buffet breakfast is included in the rate. And there are English-speaking staffers ready to help you.

Hotel Class: 3 star
Price Range: $85 - $100 (based on average rates for a standard room)
Hotel Amenities: bar, restaurant, breakfast in the room, foot bath, steam room, free WiFi, baggage storage, daily housekeeping, 24-hour front desk service, shoeshine, ironing service, air conditioning, room service, etc.
Location: No.102 Shandong Road, Shigatse
Hotel Surroundings: Tashilhunpo Monastery (15 mins walk), Xigezi Pedestrian Street

Part 2: Comfortable Hotels in Shigatse

Compared with the above star hotels, the following two hotels offer travelers clean and comfortable rooms, and the price is more cost-effective.

Top 6 Shigatse Hotels - Tashi Choe Ta Hotel

Option 1 - Tashi Choe Ta Hotel

Tashi Choe Ta Hotel is run and managed by Tibetans. This is a traditional Tibetan style hotel and all the staff are Tibetans. A gift shop is set in the hotel, you can find various featured souvenirs. Restaurant offers good-tasted Tibetan food and drink. And At the end of the daytime trip, you can have a drink in the bar.

Price Range: $70 - $80 (based on average rates for a standard room)
Hotel Amenities: ATM, bar, snack bar, restaurant, garden, gift shop, breakfast in the room, free WiFi, baggage storage, daily housekeeping, 24-hour front desk service, shoeshine, air conditioning, room service, etc.
Location: No. 2 Xueqiang Road, Shigatse
Hotel Surroundings: Tashilhunpo Monastery (10 mins walk)

Top 6 Shigatse Hotels - Gesar Hotel

Option 2 - Gesar Hotel

Shigatse Gesar Hotel offers clean and comfortable Tibetan-style guestrooms, each decorated with thangka of Gesar Ling. And you are assured of necessary amenities, such as flat-screen TV, 24-hour hot water, broadband Internet, air conditioning, etc. It is close to the major shopping center, transportation hubs and banks in Shigatse.

Price Range: $40 - $50 (based on average rates for a standard room)
Hotel Amenities: restaurant, tea house, sauna room, free WiFi, baggage storage, daily housekeeping, 24-hour front desk service, 24-hour hot water, air conditioning, laundry service, etc.
Location: No. 6 Longjiang Middle Road, Shigatse
Hotel Surroundings: Tashilhunpo Monastery (20 mins walk), BoLaTu Coffee

Top 6 Shigatse Hotels - Phuntsok Khangsang International Youth Hostel

Part 3: Budget Hostels in Shigatse 

Hostels are more suitable to those who travel alone and have a limited budget. Some budget hostels provide travelers comfortable and warm environment. People from all countries get together to chat and play, which can be a very special experience in your whole life.

Option 1 - Phuntsok Khangsang International Youth Hostel

The Phuntsok Khangsang International Youth Hostel in Shigatse is a budget hotel. Comfortable and clean guestrooms are offered. There are various types of rooms such as the environment-friendly space capsule. The hostel provides travelers with garden, coffee bar, rooftop tea house, etc.

Price Range: $10 - $30
Hotel Amenities: free WiFi, tea house, baggage storage, daily housekeeping, 24-hour front desk service, 24-hour hot water, air conditioning, etc.
Location: No. 12 Puzhang Road, Shigatse
Hotel Surroundings: Tashilhunpo Monastery (10 mins walk)