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Banak Shol HotelvsShambhala Palace
Both properties are rated very highly by writers. On balance, Shambhala Palace ranks slightly higher than Banak Shol Hotel. Shambhala Palace comes in at 76 with endorsements from 1 publications including Lonely Planet.
Banak Shol Hotel
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
No.8 Beijing East Road, Chengguan District, Lhasa 850000
From $0/night
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
"Handily located on the north edge of the Barkhor, this place offers two kinds of room – one in a cheaper, shabby Chinese business style, the other a renovated Tibetan version with colourful furniture."
"It's a mixed picture at this backpacker stalwart. The newest triple rooms without bathroom are spacious, fresh and carpeted, and the shared shower blocks are sparkling." Full review
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Avoid the older roadside doubles and singles, though, as these are still small, noisy and overpriced.
Shambhala Palace
Lonely Planet
No.16 Taibeng Gang Wengdui Xingka Sangdong Yuan, Lhasa
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Breakfast included
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Top choice
"This quiet 17-room hotel is hidden deep in the old town, offering stylish rooms, a spacious rooftop and good service" Full review