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Hotels & stays in China — what locals actually use

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14 picksUpdated May 4, 2026

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Tools locals use

Apps, websites and services we've vetted for hotels & stays in China.

Tools locals use

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Booking.com

A global online travel agency for accommodations, flights, and car rentals, widely used.

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Meituan

A super-app that integrates various services including food delivery, hotel bookings, and a payment system.

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Airbnb

A global online marketplace for unique accommodations and experiences, including short-term rentals in China.

Official site

Trip.com

An international online travel agency that provides curated lists and booking options for hotels, flights, and tours, including recommendations for bars and nightlife spots in Dhaka.

App

Ctrip

A dominant online travel agency in China, offering extensive domestic travel services including flights, hotels, and a vast selection of local tours and attraction tickets.

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Ctrip (Trip.com)

A comprehensive online travel agency for flight, hotel, and tour bookings popular in China and globally.

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Hotels.com

Offers a wide range of hotels globally, including numerous options, often featuring discounts and a loyalty program.

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Fliggy (Alitrip)

Alibaba's online travel platform offering a wide range of tourism products including tours, attractions, flights, and hotels.

Official site

Expedia

A global travel booking website offering accommodation options, with a focus on hotels and resorts.

App

Tongcheng Travel (eLong)

A well-established online travel platform that offers a wide array of hotel and travel booking services, particularly strong in lower-tier cities.

Official site

Hostelworld

A global online travel agent specializing in hostels, popular among solo travelers and backpackers.

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Mafengwo (马蜂窝)

Mafengwo is a popular travel social networking and e-commerce platform that offers hotel bookings, particularly for unique and boutique accommodations.