Hotels in Luoyang
Luoyang is one of China's ancient capitals, set in Henan province where the Luo River meets the wider Yellow River basin, with the Longmen Grottoes a short drive from downtown. Hotel pools range from courtyard hot tubs in restored heritage guesthouses near the old city wall to a rooftop pool at a five-star tower by Longmen station.
Luoyang sits in western Henan, where thirteen dynasties once ruled from a capital built around the Luo River, and the city still carries that history into its hotel scene. Travelers picking a base here are usually splitting their days between the Longmen Grottoes carved into limestone cliffs south of downtown and the rebuilt gates of the old Sui-Tang city wall, so a pool that works after a day of walking matters more than a view. The properties with real pools cluster in two pockets: heritage guesthouses converted from courtyard homes near Luoyi Ancient City, and taller business hotels close to Luoyang Longmen Railway Station. Spring, during the peony season, is when rooms book out first.
Luoyang in numbers
Hot tub / jacuzzi洛阳华阳广场国际大饭店
A five-star hot tub and sauna with a kids' club
Indoor poolThe Reserve Hotel Luoyang, Curio Collection By Hilton
A rooftop pool, an indoor pool and a steam room
Hot tub / jacuzziLuoyang Yunhuali Intangible Cultural Heritage Art Homestay
A garden hot tub inside a restored courtyard homestay
Outdoor pool花筑洛阳花间墅Bloom庭院美学文化民宿
A year-round outdoor pool inside a quiet garden homestay
What to expect
- Longmen Grottoes carved into the cliffs south of the centre
- Rebuilt Sui-Tang city wall and Yingtianmen gate downtown
- Peony season each April draws the year's biggest crowds
- Courtyard guesthouses converted from traditional Luoyang homes
- High-speed rail link at Luoyang Longmen station
Local tips
- Book a courtyard guesthouse near Luoyi Ancient City if you want a hot tub within walking distance of the old wall.
- Visit the Longmen Grottoes early in the morning before tour buses from other Henan cities arrive.
- Travel during April for peony season, but reserve a pool room weeks ahead since the city fills fast.
- Stay near Luoyang Longmen Railway Station if you're connecting onward to Zhengzhou or Xi'an by high-speed rail.
- Ask whether a hotel's pool is heated before booking in winter, since several courtyard properties only run theirs seasonally.
- Pack for humid summers and take a shaded pool or indoor option if visiting between June and August.
Where to stay
FAQ
What's the best area to stay in Luoyang?
Most travelers base themselves either near Luoyi Ancient City for walking access to the rebuilt Sui-Tang wall and Yingtianmen gate, or near Luoyang Longmen Railway Station for fast connections to Zhengzhou and Xi'an. The old city area suits slower sightseeing, while the station district works better for one or two-night stopovers.
What types of hotels does Luoyang have?
Luoyang's hotel mix runs from courtyard guesthouses converted out of traditional Henan homes near the old city to international five-star towers by the railway station. Mid-range business hotels fill in between, mostly clustered around Wangcheng Avenue and the Longmen high-speed rail hub.
When is the best time to visit Luoyang?
April brings the city's peony festival, when gardens across Luoyang bloom and hotel rooms sell out well in advance. Autumn is quieter and comfortable for walking the Longmen Grottoes, while summer turns hot and humid, which is when a hotel pool becomes genuinely useful rather than a bonus.
How far is Luoyang from the Longmen Grottoes?
The grottoes sit south of the city centre, and hotels in the old town or near Longmen railway station put them within a short taxi or bus ride. Properties further out toward the airport add more travel time to reach the cliffs.
Is Luoyang easy to reach by train?
Luoyang Longmen Railway Station carries high-speed trains connecting to Zhengzhou, Xi'an and Beijing, making the city a practical stop between Henan and Shaanxi. A second, older station serves slower regional lines closer to the historic centre.
Do Luoyang hotels have swimming pools?
A limited number do: several converted courtyard guesthouses build small hot tubs into their gardens, and a handful of newer hotels near the railway station and Wangcheng Avenue run indoor or rooftop pools. It's worth checking a property's amenities directly rather than assuming.