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Where you stay in Chengdu determines what you wake up to — and in a food city like this, that matters. The main areas to consider are Taikoo Li / City centre, Near Kuanzhai Alley and City centre. I've personally stayed at or visited every place listed below.
Boutique luxury in a heritage building in the heart of Taikoo Li — the city's trendiest shopping district.
Popular backpacker hostel with a rooftop terrace and social atmosphere near the main sights.
Reliable mid-range option with good transport links to Panda Base and the airport.
If Chengdu is booked up or you'd like to explore more, here are accommodation guides for nearby cities —
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My 72-year-old mother came with us to China and Peng made sure every step was comfortable. She picked hotels with elevators, planned rest breaks between attractions, and even found a clinic when Mom needed her blood pressure checked. Worth every penny.
Priya
Singapore
I'd been to China before on group tours. This was completely different. Peng designed a Chengdu trip focused entirely on food — we ate at places I never would have found on my own. The hotpot recommendation alone was life-changing.
Diego
Buenos Aires, Argentina