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vice and - that rarest of Lhasa commodities - a peaceful garden courtyard (with espresso
coffee). Reservations recommended.
Rates generally include a fine buffet breakfast in the excellent restaurant. The only
grumbles we hear are related to the occasional issues with hot water. Credit cards accep-
ted.
Yak Hotel
HOTEL
(, Yà Bīnguǎn
MAP
630 0195; 100 Beijing Donglu; dm ¥50, d ¥450-650, r VIP
¥880; )
The ever-popular Yak has matured in recent years from backpacker hang-out to tour-group
favourite, eschewing the cramped dorm rooms (there are three left) for a range of comfort-
able en-suite rooms. Reservations are recommended. The 5th-floor breakfast bar offers
great views of the Potala. Discounts of 30% are standard.
Room options include the colourful Tibetan-style decor of the quiet back block; the lar-
ger but noisier deluxe rooms overlooking the main street, which have better bathrooms; or
the plush VIP rooms (
guìbīnlóu
).
Dékāng Hotel
HOTEL
(, Dékāng Jiŭdiàn
MAP
630 6555;
De.kang@yahoo.com
;
2 Shengtai Lu; d/tr
¥380/500; )
A well-run, modern midrange choice, with easy vehicle access but walking distance from
the old town, offering fresh and modern Tibetan-style rooms. Highlights include the
friendly staff, pleasant rooftop cafe and Nepali restaurant.
Dhood Gu Hotel
HOTEL
s/d/ste incl breakfast ¥450/530/1050; )
If you're looking for a dash of style, this comfortable Nepali-run three-star place near the
Tromsikhang market is a good choice, with ornate Tibetan-style decor, a decent restaurant
and a superb location in the old town. Rooms are dark and on the small side but all come
with modern bathrooms. Upper-floor rooms are brighter but there's no lift.
