A densely packed urban area with a mix of high-rise and low-rise buildings, including a prominent building with a blue roof and red signage.

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Our top choices for Kunming cheap hotels

A modern hotel entrance with a large sign, glass doors, and a well-lit facade.
A modern lounge area with seating, a coffee bar, and large windows offering a view.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A modern interior with a long table and chairs, surrounded by shelves with various items.

1. Holiday Inn Express Kunming Changshui Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kunming Changshui Airport by IHG
Guandu
United States
Thomas
€37
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Kunming Changshui Airport by IHG
A restaurant entrance with a green facade and a sign in Chinese characters.
A modern building with a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.
A room with a wooden desk, a round table, a sofa, and a window with blue curtains.
A rooftop patio with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a view of high-rise buildings.

2. Nostalgia S Hotel(Kunming Dongfeng Square)

Nostalgia S Hotel(Kunming Dongfeng Square)
Kunming City Centre
United States
Xin
€31
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Nostalgia S Hotel(Kunming Dongfeng Square)
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.
A buffet area with various food items and a display of jars on shelves.
A modern living room with a central island bar, wooden flooring, and a herringbone-patterned wall.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, TV, and a desk with a computer and flowers.

3. Yishang Hotel Kunming Changshui Airport

Yishang Hotel Kunming Changshui Airport
Guandu
Singapore
Kar Foon
€22
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Yishang Hotel Kunming Changshui Airport
A hotel room with two beds, a mural on the wall, a glass-enclosed shower area, and a wooden floor.
A modern bedroom with a bed, curtains, a bedside table, and a nightstand.
A hotel hallway with a patterned carpet, wooden doors, and a ceiling light.
A pink building with multiple windows and a storefront.

4. Kunming Panju Hotel

Kunming Panju Hotel
Guandu
South Korea
Jerome
€12
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Kunming Panju Hotel
A narrow stone pathway flanked by bamboo plants leading to a building entrance.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and large windows with a view of greenery.
A narrow alleyway leading to a building with a glass door entrance, a staircase, and a metal door.
A hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed, a desk with a chair, a vanity with a mirror, and a walk-in closet with shelves.

5. Gongxili - Chujian Hotel

Gongxili - Chujian Hotel
Kunming City Centre
€35
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Gongxili - Chujian Hotel
A narrow water feature with lily pads and potted plants on either side.
A hotel hallway with wooden doors, a patterned carpet, and a bright ceiling.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and a mirror.
A spacious dining area with round tables, chairs, and yellow balloons.

6. Bai Nian Sheng Shi

Bai Nian Sheng Shi
Guandu
€18
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Bai Nian Sheng Shi
A tall building with multiple floors, large windows, and a visible entrance.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a glass-enclosed shower area.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a staircase.
A hotel room with a round wooden table, two grey upholstered chairs, a bed with white bedding, and large windows with a view of buildings and greenery.

7. Kunming Fish Inn City Center Nanping Street Branch

Kunming Fish Inn City Center Nanping Street Branch
Kunming City Centre
Kunming Fish Inn City Center Nanping Street Branch
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a decorative plant display, and a modern ceiling design.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a chair.
A gym with weightlifting equipment, a treadmill, and exercise balls.
A modern dining area with tables and chairs, large windows, and a herringbone wooden floor.

8. Days Inn By Wyndham Kunming Changshui Airport

Days Inn By Wyndham Kunming Changshui Airport
Guandu
United Kingdom
Leon
€30
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Days Inn By Wyndham Kunming Changshui Airport
A modern high-rise building with a grid-like facade, surrounded by other high-rise buildings in a cityscape.
A modern lobby with a patterned floor, a reception desk, and a vending machine.
A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, a kettle, a vase with flowers, and a sign indicating a restaurant.
A modern hotel lobby with a large TV screen, comfortable seating, and a city view.

9. Guanxiaotian Yunjing Apartment Hotel

Guanxiaotian Yunjing Apartment Hotel
Kunming City Centre
€49
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Guanxiaotian Yunjing Apartment Hotel
A room with a white statue, a bowl of oranges, a bowl of apples, and a bowl of watermelon.
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, comfortable seating areas, and a large window providing natural light.
A modern high-rise building with a glass facade, surrounded by other tall buildings.
A hotel hallway with marble flooring, a no-smoking sign, and an elevator.

10. Lavande Hotel Kunming Wujiaba CBD

Lavande Hotel Kunming Wujiaba CBD
Guandu
€60
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Lavande Hotel Kunming Wujiaba CBD
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Kunming Jin Jiang Hotel

Kunming Jin Jiang Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, great staff service, great breakfast"
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Frequently asked questions

What is Kunming like for travellers on a budget?
Kunming has cheap accommodation options and a variety of places to visit, making it a great holiday choice for budget-conscious travellers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Haidong Wetlands Park, Guandu Ancient Town and Yunnan Provincial Museum.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Kunming?
Based on our traveller reviews, Yishang Hotel Kunming Changshui Airport is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other good choices to stay on the cheap include Kunming Panju Hotel and Cloudland International Youth Hostel.
How many cheap hotels will I be able to find in Kunming?
Expedia has 5 hotels in Kunming that are ideal if you are watching your pennies.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Kunming?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Kunming, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 10°C. The rainiest months in Kunming are June, July, August and September, with each month seeing an average of 239 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Kunming?
You don't need to spend big to find things to see and do in Kunming. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then fill your itinerary with sights that cost very little. Explore and snap photos of landmarks like Guandu Ancient Town and West Pagoda, or pay a visit to East Pagoda.
How can I get to Kunming and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around Kunming can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is Kunming (KMG-Changshui Intl.), situated 16.2 mi (26.1 km) away. If that doesn't suit your budget, you can arrange flights in and out of Luliang (LLV), which is 51.7 mi (83.3 km) away. If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at North Railway Station.