Ibis Styles Hotel (Xi'an Bell and Drum Tower Huimin Street)

Overall, my stay at Ibis Xi’an was pleasant. The room was spacious, clean, and the bedding was very comfortable — perfect for a good night’s rest. However, the central heating system was switched on during my stay, so instead of cool air, only warm air came out of the air conditioner. I had to open the window at night to let in some cool air. Other than that, everything was good and the location was convenient.

The location was perfect and walking distance of popular landmarks. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend this hotel".

Hotel is centrally located and walking distance to the Drum and Bell Towers, train station, restaurants and shopping areas. However, it is not located at the main street and may need some time to locate it as it is not visible. Huimin street is just behind the hotel. The room is spacious and clean with good amenities provided eg shampoo, soap, hairdryer etc. The lady at the tourist counter is extremely friendly and helpful. We booked our transport to airport and the Terracotta day tour with her.

Next step to Bell and Drum towers. Should try the Muslim noodle and food

I loved the location of this hotel. So close to the Drum Tower and Muslim quarter, shops, restaurants and metro. I was a little bit concerned with other reviews about the carpet etc but it was completely fine. Our rooms were tiled. No smoke smells. One of our rooms had an issue with the tv but staff fixed that promptly. They don’t speak English but are well versed in using the translating apps. We were happy the self serve laundry was free to use and had detergent. Bottled water is also there if you ran out but they gave us 2 bottles each day as well. I found my clothes dried faster on the roof than in the dryer - it was very hot in Xi’an! The roof garden is a nice place to relax. You can see the Drum tower and the start of Beiyuanmen St easily. (The photo of the Drum Tower is from the rooftop garden.) Some of the woodboards up there are deteriorating so watch your step, but otherwise it’s lovely. Would be beautiful in spring when the flowers bloom. Our room was on the laneway side and it was surprisingly quiet despite all the horn honking on the streets below. Shower head had good water pressure, beds comfortable. Room clean. The fitness room is in the laundry and does not have much equipment only a treadmill and elliptical/bike so if you want more gym equipment this is not the place for you. The WiFi worked intermittently for us but wasn’t an issue as we had our own data. The hardest part is finding the hotel the first time you arrive. The hotel does send instructions when you book so definitely keep those on hand. The back of the hotel is the easiest entry from the metro and for arrival by car. If you see a boom gate you are in the right place. Walk past the boom gate up the driveway then follow the signs to Ibis Styles. You basically have to go around another building to find it. It is too difficult to come with luggage into the front entrance because that is far from the road and is a pedestrian shopping area and square. Cars cannot stop near there. If you want a budget hotel in a great location, this is definitely worth considering. I was very happy with it.