China Guide
The Northwest
Accommodation
1 Akka Inn 2 Baoshan Lu, near the north bus station 
0991/4557866 
www.akkainn.com This imposing modern structure provides grand vistas of Ürümqi and bright, up-to-date rooms. Discounts of more than 50 percent are often given. Price: ¥300-449
2 Dadianyuan 167 Heilongjian Lu 0991/5856611 Nicely located around the corner from the bustling Gongyuan Bei Ji and Wuyi Lu, this venture has clean rooms, excellent service and a very popular in-house hotpot restaurant. Price: ¥80-139
3 Ramada 52 Changjiang Lu 0991/5876688 www.ramadainternational.com Upmarket yet reasonably priced place with all the usual four-star facilities. Reductions of more than 50 percent are available off season. Amiable staff speak good English. Price: ¥450-599
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Super 8 140 Gong Yuan Bei Jie 0991/5590666 www.super8.com.cn Probably the most remote outpost of this chain of budget hotels, Super 8 offers individually decorated rooms and suites, with a PC and a bath, often at discounted rates. They are reluctant to book rooms in advance, so reserve via Fubar Adventure Solutions. Price: ¥300-449
5 Xibu Dajiudian 41 Changjiang Lu 0991/5566868 Formerly a favourite with foreign visitors, this budget option still provides comfortable, if somewhat worn, rooms. Price: ¥80-139
6 Youth Hotel 131 Yangzijiang Lu 0991/4509766 Surprisingly clean and comfortable budget option, well located for the nearby parks and bars, and with 24-hour water. Price: ¥50-79