Title: Xining Travel Guide: Best of Xining, Qinghai Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Xining](https://expedia.co.uk/Xining-Hotels.d3865.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Xining](https://expedia.co.uk/Xining-Holiday-Rentals.d3865.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Xining](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Xining.d3865.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Xining Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Xining.d3865.Car-Hire-Guide)[Xining Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Xining.d3865.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Xining Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Kumbum Monastery, one of the most important temples in Tibetan Buddhism.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000391382/e43897da-9856-4f72-93a6-351245510691.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kumbum Monastery, one of the most important temples in Tibetan Buddhism.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000391382/e43897da-9856-4f72-93a6-351245510691.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ta' er Temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000391382/4673e58f-73b0-4e88-b682-27550097e4c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Walnut transport ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000391382/13c95750-fe32-48cb-95b1-05a721173a32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Xining Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Xining ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Xining City Centre You'll enjoy the mountain views and restaurants in Xining City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Huangshui River or Xining Nanshan Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Xining-Xining-City-Centre.dx553248635939578373) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Chengxi District You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Chengxi District. You might want to make time for a stop at Tibetan Plateau Wildlife Zoo or Huangshui River. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Xining-Chengxi-District.dx553248635939579540) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Chengbei District You might make a stop by Huangshui River while you're exploring Chengbei District. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Xining-Chengbei-District.dx553248635976002707) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Chengdong Qu 4/5(1 area review) Travellers enjoy Chengdong Qu for its museums and historical sites. Consider checking out Huangshui River while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Xining-Chengdong-Qu.dx3000749676) - Top hotels in Xining - Top Holiday Rentals in Xining ![Holiday Inn Express Xining Railway Station by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69010000/69002600/69002582/04c88e49_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Xining Railway Station by IHG No.145, Huzhu West Road, Xining Stay at this hotel in Xining. Enjoy free breakfast. Popular attractions Xining Nanshan Mountain and Xining Nanshan Park are located nearby. 4/10 (1 review) Poor customer service Reviewed on 21 May 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F02%2F2026&endDate=04%2F02%2F2026&selected=69002582&PinnedHotelID=69002582&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3865) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F02%2F2026&endDate=04%2F02%2F2026&selected=69002582&PinnedHotelID=69002582&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3865) ![Sofitel Xining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11460000/11451200/11451152/85e8cef7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sofitel Xining 63 Wu Si Xi Rd, Chengxi District Xining Qinghai £60 29 Jan - 30 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Xining. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Tibetan Plateau Wildlife Zoo and Xining ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (50 reviews) Great hotel and customer service. 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Popular attractions Tibetan Plateau Wildlife Zoo and Xining ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews) The hotel was incredible in every way. The rooms large and well appointed, the staff were helpful in every way, and the overall facility and services were excellent. Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Xining-Hotels-The-Sebel-Xi-Ning-Managed-By-Sofitel.h11573247.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Xining](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3865&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Xining hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3865&startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21)[20 Jan - 21 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3865&startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3865&startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22)[21 Jan - 22 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3865&startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3865&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026)[23 Jan - 25 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3865&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3865&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[30 Jan - 1 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3865&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Tibetan Plateau Wildlife Zoo Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Tibetan Plateau Wildlife Zoo during your travels in Xining? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tibetan-Plateau-Wildlife-Zoo-Chengxi-District.d553248621579693654.Attraction) #### Qinghai University Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Qinghai University during your travels in Xining. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Qinghai-University-Chengbei-District.d6098116.Attraction) #### Ta'er Monastery Learn about the local history of Huangzhong County when you spend time at Ta'er Monastery. Take in the entertainment choices and mountain views in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taer-Monastery-Xining.d6098118.Attraction) #### Tulou Temple of Beishan Mountain After visiting Tulou Temple of Beishan Mountain, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Xining. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tulou-Temple-Of-Beishan-Mountain-Xining.d553248621532751053.Attraction) #### Xining Dongguan Mosque Xining Dongguan Mosque is just one of the places to see in Xining, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Xining-Dongguan-Mosque-Xining-City-Centre.d553248621532751047.Attraction) #### Xining Nanshan Mountain Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Xining Nanshan Mountain during your travels in Chengzhong Qu. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. 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