Very nice hotel, clean room and right in the center of tingli

Stayed in August 2025

My room did not have a view , but that’s minor.

Genuinely old house with modern bathroom, good air conditioning and comfortable bed in a very good location. Very helpful host. And great location- right in the middle of historical place of Tongli. You can see the channels at night and without the crowds.

Stayed in August 2025

Everything

Friendly staff , great location, clean and tidy , recommended from New Zealand

Stayed in July 2025

Don't bring heavy luggage. It is a good walk from the entrance and the uneven, cobbled walkway doesn't help.😅

Very friendly owner, a picturesque place

Stayed in June 2025

Access is a bit more challenging. Transport stops at the edge of the old town and you either have to drag your luggage several hundred metres to the inn or arrange for a scooter with flat deck to help you bring it to the inn (the inn can help arrange this).

Wonderful family run inn in the heart of Tongli. Parts of the inn are over a hundred years old, stay in history! The rooms are spacious and clean. The bathroom is modern. The location is unmatched. Right in the heart of Tongli Ancient Water Town, where the Three Bridges are. Close to all the main sites. Go to Pearl Tower during the day and Tuisi Garden at sunset/dusk when the lights turn own. You will see wonderful Suzhou style gardens in two ways on the same day. Staying overnight helps you avoid the day trippers at the front and back ends of the day. The whole place is so lovely without the crowds. You get to see how the locals live in Tongli, as it still has a real functioning town (as opposed to a sanitised tourist environment). They still wash clothes in the canal!

Stayed in May 2025

Very nice building and staff

Stayed in May 2025

It was clean and conveniently located within TongLi. I also liked that it was traditional yet modern. Communication with the owner of the establishment was via WeChat and she provided any kind of guidance you need

Stayed in April 2025

-sound isolation is very poor. We couldn't sleep because people outside were talking (not yelling) and it was like they were talking in our room.

+Excellent location +Clean room

Stayed in April 2025

If you have a big suitcase, it might be difficult to take it across the bumpy roads of Tongli to where the hotel is located (central). Plus there is no lift, so you’ll need to carry it up the stairs. Pack light!

Very cosy, has everything you need and the host was very helpful. Bathroom was very nice and location was amazing! I hope to return in the future.

Stayed in March 2025

Charming place to stay in the most beautiful town

Stayed in January 2025

Pillows were uncomfortable- change for memory foam

Unique

Stayed in January 2025

Nothing

Perfect perfect perfect

Stayed in September 2024

If you are English there are no options for using the TV which is shame as it is a great set up!

It was in a great location and easy to find, right in the center of town.

Stayed in October 2024

Nil

Tongli watertown itself is very pretty which is why we decided to stay 1 night to enjoy its slowness from city life. Tongli 1917 Best South Inn is able to provide a good night stay being in the middle of the town. No problem walking around the quaint small town and finding good food.

Stayed in October 2024

the location is 10 minutes walk from the gate where you can park or taxin brings you to. If you have luggages, it's not that easy to carry all along the stone road. Another downside is the ticket you have to pay if you come between 8:00-17:00. However, beyond those time, entry is for free and parking is also for free. So consider both sides when you decide to live here.

The host are very nice, they are fast responsive and communicative. The environment is very nice and comfy. You can definitely feel some relaxing atmosphere living along the river in an antique town and experience some local culture.

Stayed in October 2024

Communication in English is difficult. I used Google translate to communicate with the hotel on WeChat, the Chinese WhatsApp, by pasting my Mandarin texts onto WeChat and using Google translate to read their replies. But I must say Ting Ting is a great staff. Despite her English language deficiency, she really tries to help and in some way manages to get things done for her guests.

I don’t think there is a better location for tourists to stay in Tongli. It is right in front of the waterway, though don’t expect a canal view. Immediately outside the inn is a path that runs along the canal. Turning left or right brings you to wonderfully authentic picturesque old town sights, full of shops, cafes, restaurants and ancient mansions. The inn is in an authentic old house with quaint windows and views of old tiled roofs, but with modern equipment (including a remote controlled toilet!). Best communicate with the inn on how to get to it especially with luggage. Cars and buses are not allowed in the town. It seems there are 2 points for your transport to drop you then you need to make your way to the inn on foot or 3-wheeled scooters. The first drop off point is a 5 minute walk from the inn. But it’s all cobbled stone paths with arching bridges so unless you have backpacks and/or can carry your bags all the way, don’t attempt this. The second drop off point is at the tourist centre just outside town along a major road. The inn will arrange a 3-wheeled scooter to collect you with your luggage.

Stayed in September 2024

Estancia perfecta, nada malo que comentar.

O persoal foi moi atento e servicial. A ubicación é inmellorable. Sen dúbida a mellor elección para pasar uns días en Tong Li

Stayed in July 2024

Not easy to find the location if you don’t have any WiFi. It would be better that the hotel’s receptionist could speak a few words of English and it would be very helpful to get a map of main city’s attractions in English, not exclusively in Chinese.

Very good location within the old city. Quiet hotel

Stayed in August 2024

Transporting luggage to the room was challenging

Grace was a fantastic host, helpful and friendly and the beds were comfortable.

Stayed in July 2024

amazing location, be aware that you need a cheap ticket to enter Tongli. But getting that ticket is a good idea anyways.

Stayed in July 2024

The room was a little small. It was not easy to reach the wardrobe.

Located with ancient town in a renovated historic building. It was tastefully decorated with thoughtful modern amenities. The staff were very friendly and courteous!

Stayed in June 2024

Awesome location in a gorgeous town. Just make sure you get someone to guide you there.

Stayed in May 2024

The hotel is in the centre of the Historical Tongli. It is very quiet and picturesque. The trees along the canals, the architecture, the bridges, the shops, the cafés, the restaurants are amazing.

Stayed in April 2024

My daughter was bitten by mosquitos or insects all over her legs and arms.

Staff is friendly and nice. Help us book for entrance ticket.

Stayed in May 2024