Situated on the banks of the picturesque Li River, Shangri-La Hotel,
Guilin, is conveniently located for both business and leisure travellers.
Guilin's leading tourist attractions are all easily accessible. Whether arranging a private car or obtaining a taxi, our hotel staff are there
to help ensure that you arrive at your destination comfortably and on time.
Taxis
Taxis in Guilin are inexpensive and plentiful, and always on the lookout
for customers. They are available at the hotel or can be easily hailed from the
street.
The minimum fare is RMB 9, which covers the first two kilometres, with a
further RMB 1.60 for every kilometre. An additional RMB 1 petrol fee is to be
paid on top of the metre fare.
Public Transit
Buses
Buses are a convenient way to travel around Guilin and the city has a
reliable bus system. The long-distance bus terminals provide connections with
every major metropolis in the region, including Nanning, Guangzhou, Wuhan,
Shenzhen and Changsha.
It takes five hours to reach Nanning by bus. Please note that service
may be irregular and buses are often very crowded during peak hours.
Trains
Trains
offer an efficient, scenic way of travelling within China. Trains link most
parts of the country with reliable service.
You
may travel in one of four classes: Soft Seat or Soft Sleeper with air
conditioning; and the Hard Seat or Hard Sleeper.
Guilin Railway Station has direct links to Beijing, Shanghai, Xian,
Kunming, Nanning, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and even Hanoi in Vietnam.
Car Hire
Getting
around the city with a car and driver is a safe and comfortable transport
option. Rates start at RMB 200 (approximately USD 28) per hour.
Please
enquire at our concierge desk for more details.