Lingtsang Boutique Hotel

About Lingtsang Boutique Hotel

Lingtsang Boutique Hotel, formerly the residence of Ling Rinpoche—one of the teachers of the 14th Dalai Lama—was featured under Lhasa in The New York Times's “Places to Go in 2012.” This historic courtyard structure, which boasts a history of over 300 years, was renovated into a Tibetan-style family hotel in 2011. The authentic Tibetan building, with its very steep stairs and pounded rock floors and ceilings, creates a strong atmospheric feel from the rooftop to the rooms.

Lingtsang enjoys a good location, just south of the Barkhor circuit and the Jokhang Temple. It is within walking distance of Jokhang Temple Square, the vibrant downtown area, and 1.5 km from the Potala Palace.

This traditional Tibetan construction has been recently renovated to feature modern plumbing, quality fixtures, and conveniences such as flat-screen TVs. The rooms are very charming and comfortable. All suites are designed in a pleasant Tibetan style and are quite spacious. Room rates include breakfast. The restaurant serves local Tibetan food as well as international cuisine.

The staff's English proficiency is limited, but they are quite helpful and willing to assist with any questions. They will ask you about your breakfast time and prepare it before you arrive, so be punctual to avoid having cold breakfast.

The bathrooms have been updated, with a separate shower and a Japanese sitting tub. However, obtaining hot water for a nice shower might be challenging in winter, as you may not get enough hot water to fill the beautiful bathtub. Water is heated by solar power, so on overcast days, the water can be tepid at best. Additionally, the water pressure is somewhat weak. In winter, staying at this hotel might be a bit chilly as there is no central heating, only a small electric heater in the rooms.