[2025 Xi'an Stay] Travel Guide for Crowne Plaza Xi'an (Updated Apr)

Xi'an's spring is welcoming me with flowers blooming throughout the city. This time, I specifically chose the Xi'an Crowne Plaza Hotel because I wanted to experience the poetic proximity of "seeing the Small Wild Goose Pagoda right outside my window" and the joy of falling asleep with the pagoda in view. Xi'an Crowne Plaza Hotel is perfectly situated at a prime location in Xi'an: it avoids the hustle and bustle of the Bell and Drum Tower area while being within walking distance of both the cultural richness of the Small Wild Goose Pagoda and the convenience of the subway network. "Drawing a cultural tourism circle with the hotel as its center," it's just a 10-minute walk to the subway station, and only 3 stops to Shaanxi History Museum and the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda. In the evening, a 10-minute drive takes you directly to the Grand Tang Mall, where after enjoying the brilliant "12 Hours of Chang'an" light show, you can stroll to the nearby Anren Fang Ruins Exhibition Hall. Looking at the Tang Dynasty neighborhood ruins through the glass floor while comparing them with the modern streets outside creates a feeling of "seeing a thousand years in one glance." ⭐️ Private Garden in the Morning Light The Small Wild Goose Pagoda is like Xi'an Crowne Plaza's private garden in the morning light, standing quietly in the dawn glow. It's only a 5-minute walk from the hotel to the pagoda scenic area, allowing me to enjoy this Tang Dynasty heritage before the tourist crowds arrive—truly a beautiful city walk route. The Small Wild Goose Pagoda is especially beautiful in spring. In the park on both sides of the ancient pagoda, pink cherry blossoms intertwine with emerald green willows, while young women in Hanfu costumes walk across curved bridges with oil-paper umbrellas. There are many great photo spots around the Small Wild Goose Pagoda that produce beautiful pictures. Best of all, the Xi'an Museum is hidden deep within the scenic area, making for a worthwhile cultural experience. ⭐️ Panoramic Views from Above From the restaurant on the hotel's 51st floor, through floor-to-ceiling windows, the entire Small Wild Goose Pagoda complex spreads out below like a miniature landscape. You can enjoy Chang'an's magnificent views while dining in this cloud-level restaurant. I recommend coming at dusk to watch the sunset gild the ancient pagoda, observe the lights of the Grand Tang Mall gradually illuminate, and see the bustling activity at Daxingshan Temple. Remember to bring a telephoto lens: you can capture magical moments of the Small Wild Goose Pagoda framed against the modern city—your social media grid simply can't contain such grandeur. These views transform the 51st-floor restaurant into an excellent vantage point for enjoying panoramic scenery, giving you something of a god's-eye perspective. ⭐️ Xi'an Food and Snack Collection At the buffet restaurant on the first floor, I initially planned to just sample a few dishes, but was drawn in by the "Xi'an snack collection": freshly baked Tongguan meat sandwiches that crumble deliciously, hand-pulled oil-splashed noodles made by the chef, sweet rice cakes in jars, spicy Shaanxi cold noodles, hot and spicy soup, and more. It's truly a food lover's paradise where you can taste over 10 different Xi'an snacks. The hotel's Chinese restaurant private rooms have also been upgraded with a more youthful and modern aesthetic, making them an excellent choice for dinner. Useful Tips: The Small Wild Goose Pagoda scenic area is free but requires reservation; 7:30-9:00 AM has the fewest visitors. Anren Fang Ruins Exhibition Hall is closed on Mondays; plan to visit on other mornings. Waking up in this city with a 1,300-year-old Small Wild Goose Pagoda outside your window; as night falls, it transforms into a gentle bedside lamp. Xi'an Crowne Plaza Hotel is within 3 kilometers of the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, Shaanxi History Museum, and the Grand Tang Mall—a minimum fare taxi ride takes you through the glorious Tang Dynasty. As the taxi driver said, this is truly the "divinely chosen location" in Chang'an.

This time, the lunch at the Chinese restaurant "Yuhuangxuan" of the Crowne Plaza Hotel Xi'an was organized together with the hotel GM, DOSM and Marcom. Actually, we all met each other. I greeted GM Ms. Reise Li last time at the Sofitel Legend Xi'an. She was the hotel manager at that time. It was also a coincidence that we were having lunch together at her new hotel. Hotel Marcom Lea, we have known each other for a long time, and we have met in different hotels. 1. This lunch lasted for more than two hours. We had a great time chatting about all sorts of things. I have a particularly intuitive feeling that GM Ms. Reise Li is a very down-to-earth person with no airs. When talking to her, I feel that she is an approachable and amiable person. Including the hotel's DOSM Ada Feng, I feel she has the boldness and naturalness of a Northwestern female man. While eating and chatting, I also learned about the work experiences and some interesting stories of these hotel people. They were strong in the face of difficulties and tried to break through the hardships. They climbed up step by step with their hard work. 2. The Chinese restaurant we had lunch at, "Yuhuangxuan", mainly serves Shaanxi cuisine, which is neither salty nor bland, and has the flavor of Shaanxi's ethnic delicacies, with its original taste and ancient charm. The food in the restaurant is pretty good. Although the presentation is not as exquisite as that in the south, you can still tell that a lot of thought has gone into it. We had our lunch in a private room in the restaurant. There are many private rooms with various styles to meet all kinds of dining needs. The restaurant's scattered seating area has an elegant environment, and the ceramic ornaments, art ornaments, and cultural relics ornaments add a touch of classicism and romance to the restaurant.  3. In Crowne Plaza Xi'an, in addition to the Chinese restaurant, the B&G51 restaurant and bar on the 51st floor is the highlight of the hotel and also the hotel's specialty restaurant. The restaurant design adopts the steady and simple spatial structure of the Qin Dynasty, embellished with the rich and magnificent decorative style of the prosperous Tang Dynasty, and supplemented with modern, vivid and comfortable furnishings, making it brighter and more magnificent. 4. This restaurant is the French restaurant with the highest ceiling in Xi'an. The transparent floor-to-ceiling windows take in the dazzling city view of Xi'an. Especially at night, it has an unbeatable night view of the city's thousands of lights and busy traffic. I like the bronze statues of Tang Dynasty figures at the entrance of the restaurant. You can see them when you come out of the exclusive elevator that goes directly to the 51st floor. The gestures of the statues are very graceful. Part of the restaurant is a bar. When night falls, this is the perfect place to have a drink with friends while enjoying the city view and the night sky. Afternoon tea is also available here, and it can be called afternoon tea in the sky on the 51st floor. 5. The restaurant also has private rooms of different styles. The original Chinese traditional flower and bird ink paintings by indoor artists complement the modern tables and chairs, creating an atmosphere of cultural inheritance and innovation. This kind of atmosphere permeates the modern space and the hospitality of the hosts and guests. There is a stadium outside the restaurant window. I heard that if you eat here and there is a large-scale sporting event or a celebrity concert, in addition to delicious food, you can also hear the cheers of the sporting event or the live singing of the concert. In this way, it can be regarded as listening to a concert. 6. The hotel is located in Shaanxi Information Building, which is known as the "tallest building in Shaanxi". It is close to the South Second Ring Road and belongs to the prosperous commercial district of Xi'an. Due to its location, it is within 1-6 kilometers from the most important indoor attractions in Xi'an, making travel very convenient. The Small Wild Goose Pagoda, a heritage of Tang Dynasty Buddhist architectural art, is within walking distance. If you are staying at the hotel, you can go there to take a look at the cultural relic "Tang Zunsheng Tower". The precious thing is the relief picture of music performance on the base; there is also the iron bell from the Jin Dynasty. In the early morning, the temple will ring the bell regularly. The sound of the bell is clear and has a unique charm in the ancient city. 7. I stayed in the superior suite of the hotel this time. The hardware was great. I think it is qualified to be listed as InterContinental. The bathroom amenities of Crowne Plaza seem to have been updated and upgraded. The suite uses molton brown and the bedside has an updated Philips speaker. All the hotel's guest rooms are distributed in an oval-shaped building and the layout is relatively reasonable. It is not easy to arrange the layout of the rooms reasonably in a "restricted" oval-shaped building.

🏘️ Room type/layout: The hotel suite is thoughtfully designed with a large bed and a small bed, which is very convenient for travelers with family members. It avoids the extra cost of an extra bed and the problem of space congestion, fully considering the needs of family travel. The room space is reasonably utilized, allowing guests to stay comfortably. 🛌 Supplies/facilities: Although the specific supplies and facilities are not described in detail, as a well-known five-star hotel, its guest rooms should be equipped with high-quality bedding, complete furniture, and modern electrical equipment to meet the daily needs of guests. In addition, the hotel has high-altitude restaurants such as Yunshang Bar and B&G51 Restaurant, which not only provide a variety of food choices, but also have a very atmospheric decoration. For example, the hot air balloon afternoon tea at B&G51 Restaurant is very popular and has excellent photo effects, providing guests with a unique dining experience and leisure and entertainment venues. 💰 Per capita consumption: The article mentions that in terms of price, you can enjoy the high-quality services and facilities of the hotel for about 400. For a five-star hotel, this price has a high cost performance, and it has a certain price advantage among hotels of the same grade. Guests can enjoy high-quality accommodation and catering services at a relatively affordable price, but the specific consumption amount may fluctuate due to factors such as room type, season, and catering choices. 💗 Other tips: The hotel has obvious location advantages, is located on the central axis, and has convenient transportation. It is very convenient to go to famous attractions such as Datang Everbright City and Bell Tower, and it is very close to the Sports Field Subway Station of Line 2, which is convenient for guests to take the subway. This is also one of the important reasons why the hotel is still full on weekends and holidays. In addition, the hotel attaches great importance to membership rights and interests, and the Club offers a wide variety of products. For member guests, they can enjoy more exclusive services and discounts, adding more value and satisfaction to the guests' stay. Once the tallest building in Xi'an, the hotel's high-altitude restaurant can take in the night view of Chang'an City when night falls. While enjoying the food, guests can also enjoy the beautiful city scenery, making the accommodation experience more pleasant and unforgettable.

【Introduction】: Xi'an, the starting point of the ancient Silk Road, is not only a marathon runner's arena, but also a witness to history. Here, every step echoes with history, and every place hides a story. For marathon runners, Xi'an is not just a race, but a cultural journey through time. ⛺【Must-visit places】: 1. **Ancient City Wall**: The most complete ancient city wall in the world, perfect for a leisurely jog to feel the weight of history. 2. **Giant Wild Goose Pagoda**: After a morning run, sit quietly under the pagoda, listen to the morning bell and evening drum, and experience inner peace. 3. **Muslim Street**: The best place to recover after the race, with a variety of delicious food to enjoy. 4. **Shaanxi History Museum**: A window into the ancient civilization of Shaanxi and China, where you can learn while running. 5. **Yongning Gate**: As the south gate of the ancient city of Xi'an, Yongning Gate is one of the starting points of the marathon and a great place to feel the atmosphere of the ancient city. 🏃‍♂️【For runners】: Daming Palace National Heritage Park: 7–8 km, perfect for pre-race warm-up Weiyang Palace National Archaeological Site Park: 10 km, flat and wide trails, but far from the starting point Shuncheng Lane (City Wall): 15 km, please be careful Xi'an Qujiang Pool Heritage Park: 4.4 km, highly recommended, but crowded Tang City Wall Heritage Park: 7–13 km, long and straight greenway, but far away Kunming Pool Qixi Park: 10 km, Xi'an Half Marathon course, flat course, but too far away 🛬【Travel guide】: - **Day 1**: Arrive in Xi'an, check into a hotel near Yongning Gate, and go for a jog on the ancient city wall in the evening to get used to the environment. - **Day 2**: Xi'an Marathon race day, relax in the race relaxation area after the race and enjoy a massage. Note: The finish line of the Xi'an Marathon is far from the city center, so plan your time accordingly. - **Day 3**: If you have time, visit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses to experience the wonder of the world, then return to the city center in the afternoon to visit Muslim Street and try some local snacks. 🏨【Accommodation guide】: We recommend staying at a hotel near Yongning Gate, such as the Grand Hyatt Xi'an or the Crowne Plaza Xi'an, which are conveniently located for pre-race warm-up and post-race recovery. 🧡【Tips】: - **Tickets**: Terracotta Warriors and Horses tickets are CNY 120, Ancient City Wall tickets are CNY 54, and Shaanxi History Museum is free but requires advance reservation. - **Transportation**: Xi'an has a well-developed subway and bus system, so we recommend buying a one-day or three-day pass for easy travel. - **Food**: Xi'an's food will not only satisfy your taste buds, but also provide energy for your marathon journey, such as lamb paomo and cold noodles. Xi'an, a city where you can feel history while running, is waiting for you to leave your footprints.

Still a Xi'an landmark, the best hotel in Beilin District! Great location. Crowne Plaza Xi'an is one of the hotels I've stayed at the most in Xi'an. The hotel is located in the former "Shaanxi's tallest building", Shaanxi Information Building, which is still one of Xi'an's landmark buildings. According to administrative divisions, the hotel is located in Beilin District, the only international brand hotel in the district. The hotel is in a great location, 900 meters away is the Stadium Station of Metro Line 2, which can take you to major attractions in Xi'an. It's convenient to take a taxi anywhere, Shaanxi History Museum, Daxingshan Temple, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Xi'an Beilin Museum, etc., are all within 3-6 kilometers. It's about a 5-minute walk to the Small Wild Goose Pagoda (Xi'an Museum) and Anrenfang Site Exhibition Hall, which is very convenient for tourists. During holidays, it's relatively quieter to stay here, and the price is much lower than in the bustling area of Qujiang, so the cost performance is still very good. The summer vacation is coming soon, and there will be more family guests and student parties. If you are on a study tour, it's great to stay here. This time I stayed in a single bedroom suite, which seemed to be larger than the suites I've stayed in before. After staying, I learned that the hotel has started to renovate the guest rooms on the executive floors, mainly upgrading the hardware. The guest rooms on the executive floors are equipped with capsule coffee machines, Dyson hair dryers, automatic toilets, JBL Bluetooth speakers, etc., which greatly improve the quality of stay. Currently, about half of the rooms have been completed. In addition, it is expected that the mattresses on the executive floors will be replaced and upgraded in early June, and will be replaced with the American brand Serta. Since the hotel opened, the catering operation has been very good. Take the Chinese restaurant "Yuhuangxuan" for example, it has a good reputation among local diners in Xi'an. "Yuhuangxuan" mainly serves Tanjia cuisine, Cantonese cuisine, Shaanxi cuisine and fresh seafood, and is the restaurant with the highest revenue in the hotel. In addition to the Chinese restaurant, the B&G51 restaurant and bar on the 51st floor is the hotel's specialty restaurant. When it first opened, it was very popular, and it is still the highest restaurant in Xi'an. You can have afternoon tea in the sky during the day, and Western food is the main dish at night. The selected double tomahawk steak set meal and Australian ribeye steak set meal are very suitable for couples.

The Crowne Plaza Xi'an is the first Crowne Plaza brand hotel deployed by the InterContinental Hotels Group in Xi'an, and it really counts as an old-brand hotel in Xi'an. According to the administrative division, the hotel is located in the Beilin District, and it is the only international brand hotel in the district. The hotel is well situated, with the Stadium Station of Metro Line 2 just 900 meters away, providing easy subway access to all the major attractions in Xi'an. Taxis are conveniently available to Shaanxi History Museum, Daxingshan Temple, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Xi'an Stele Forest Museum, and other places, all within a 3-6 kilometer range. A 5-minute walk will take you to the Small Wild Goose Pagoda (Xi'an Museum) and Anrenfang Site Exhibition Hall, which is extremely convenient for tourists. Staying here during holidays is relatively quieter and the price is much lower than in the bustling Qujiang area, making it a great value for money. The summer vacation is coming, and there will be more family guests and student groups. It is also excellent for study tours to stay here. This time I stayed in a single-bedroom suite, which seemed to be a bit larger than the suites I've stayed in before. After staying, I learned that the hotel has begun to renovate the guest rooms on the executive floors, mainly upgrading the hardware. The executive floor rooms are equipped with capsule coffee machines, Dyson hair dryers, automatic toilets, JBL Bluetooth speakers, etc., greatly improving the quality of stay, and about half of the rooms have been completed so far. In addition, it is expected that in early June, the mattresses on the executive floors will also be upgraded, all replaced with the American brand Sealy. Guests staying on the executive floors enjoy executive privileges. Currently, the executive lounge offers afternoon tea, happy hour, and breakfast is served in the all-day dining restaurant on the first floor. The food provided during happy hour is quite generous, with several hot dishes, main courses, soup, desserts, Western cold plates, drinks, fruits, etc., which can completely serve as dinner.

P1 TV Station P2-P3 Daxingshan Temple P4 Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Tang Paradise The perfect viewpoint is on the 51st floor of the Xi'an Crowne Plaza Hotel! Enjoy the delicacies prepared by the five-star hotel's chef while overlooking the beautiful scenery of Xi'an, such an experience is rare in Xi'an 😆The famous attractions to the south of Xi'an are almost all in sight! Dining here in the evening, the view outside the window is the endless stream of traffic and the lights of thousands of homes. The hustle and bustle of the city, all underfoot.