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Kyichu Hotel (Jiqu Fandian)vsThe St. Regis Lhasa Resort
Both hotels are endorsed by writers. On balance, Kyichu Hotel is the choice of most professionals compared to St. Regis Lhasa Resort. Kyichu Hotel scores 89 with positive reviews from 4 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Rough Guide and Frommer's.
Kyichu Hotel (Jiqu Fandian)
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
No.149 Beijing East Road, Chengguan District, Lhasa 850000
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Air Conditioning
"Located in the Tibetan quarter, the Kyichu combines Western comfort with a welcoming Tibetan atmosphere." Full review
"For once it may be worth reserving your room in advance since the cozy rooms in this Tibetan-run hotel are often booked out."
Star
"Centrally located, good value, with friendly Tibetan staff, this is one of the best mid-range choices."
Top choice
"The recently renovated Kyichu is a well-run place that's popular with repeat travellers to Tibet." Full review
The St. Regis Lhasa Resort
Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
BlackBook
Lonely Planet
No.22 Jiangsu Road, Chengguan District, Lhasa 850000
From $94/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"From the editors of Condé Nast Traveler:
With 20-foot lobby ceilings, huge exposed beams, locally woven carpets, and paintings of Tibetan nomads, Lhasa's first..."
"Lhasa’s first luxury hotel combines au courant comforts and Tibetan motifs inspired by the nearby Sera Monastery." Full review
"Opened in December 2010, this is among the first of a handful of new hotels that are upping the ante on luxury on Tibet's windswept plateau." Full review
"Located 12,000 ft above sea level, this hotel features enchanting views of the Lhasa Valley and is in close proximity to attractions such as the Drepung Monastery and Yandro Turntso Lake." Full review
"The location is a little unfavorable for leisure travelers, but perfect for corporate vistors needing close access to the business districts and convention centers east of the Huangpu river."
"Six-star travellers accustomed to uberluxury, 24-hour butler service and, yes, a gold-plated pool, can finally consider a trip to the plateau." Full review