Hubei · China
Where to stay in Huangshi
Huangshi is a city in Hubei, China, home to about 2,469,000 people.
- Best months
- September and October
- Nearest airport
- EHU16 km · Ezhou Huahu International Airport
- Currency
- CNYrenminbi
- Time zone
- Asia/Shanghai
- Language
- Chinese, Putonghua, Standard Chinese
About
About Huangshi
Huangshi (simplified Chinese: 黄石; traditional Chinese: 黃石; pinyin: Huángshí), alternatively romanized as Hwangshih, is a prefecture-level city in southeastern Hubei province, People's Republic of China.
On May 15th, 1949, China People's Liberation Army liberated Huang Zhen. On May 15th, 1949, Daye was liberated. On June 9, 1949, the Daye County People's Government was established. On June 12th of the same year, the Office of the Special Commissioner of the Lime Kiln Industrial Zone of Wuhan Military Control Committee was established. Soon, with the approval of the Provisional People's Government of Central Plains, Hubei Daye Special Zone Office was set up, directly under the leadership of the Provisional People's Government of Central Plains.
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Things to do
What to see and do in Huangshi
See
- Huangshi Museum
- Huangshi National Mine Park
- Dongfang Mountain Scenic Area
- Tonglushan Ancient Copper Mine Site
- Huaxin 1907 Cultural Park
- Fenglin Geocentric Grand Canyon
- Xiandao Lake Scenic Area
- Dishuiya Waterfall
- Zhaoshan Ancient Village Peach Blossom Scenic Area
- Cihu Lake Provincial Scenic Area
Do
Visit Yellowstone National Mine Park – Explore China’s important mining historical sites and learn about mining history and industrial culture. Suitable for families and history enthusiasts. Dongshan Hot Springs Experience – Enjoy hot spring treatments at Huangshi Dongshan Hot Springs Resort, perfect for relaxation and family outings. Daye Iron Mine Museum – Visit the history of iron ore mining and smelting and learn about the development of Huangshi industry. Huangshigang River Beach Park Stroll – Stroll, cycle, or enjoy the river views along the Yangtze River beach and experience the city’s natural environment.
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Where to stay
Which part of Huangshi to stay in
Accommodation options in Huangshi span from budget local motels and national‑chain economy hotels up to full‑service five‑star luxury properties. Cheap small motels cluster near railway stations, long‑distance bus terminals and older downtown residential blocks. Basic motels generally cost ¥80‑160 per night, providing private bathrooms and Wi‑Fi, though cleanliness standards and service quality can vary considerably. Almost no front‑desk staff speak fluent English, so foreign visitors are strongly advised to complete bookings via major international travel websites well in advance.
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Where to stay
Hotels in Huangshi
3 hotels within 25 km of the centre, as recorded in Wikidata. Each name links to its encyclopedia article where there is one.
| Hotel | Opened | From centre |
|---|---|---|
| Jinhua Hotel | 6.4 km | |
| Tonino Lamborghini Hotel Huangshi / Cihu Lake | 1.7 km | |
| Wanda Realm Huangshi | 6.2 km |
When to go
The best time to visit Huangshi
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Huangshi are September and October. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C; June is the wettest, with about 290 mm of rain.
Comfortable means average daytime high between 18 °C and 29 °C and under 80 mm of rain in the month. Averages for 1991–2020 over the surrounding area, a grid square about 50 km across, so a coast or a nearby mountain can make the town itself warmer or cooler. Data: CRU TS v4.10, Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia (Open Database License).
Getting there
Getting to Huangshi: airports and arrival
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Ezhou Huahu International Airport (EHU), about 16 km from the city centre in a straight line; Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH, 101 km) is also within reach.
EHU · Ezhou Huahu International Airport
WUH · Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Questions
Huangshi: questions travellers ask
When is the best time to visit Huangshi?
The most comfortable months for a city stay in Huangshi are September and October. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C; June is the wettest, with about 290 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Huangshi?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Ezhou Huahu International Airport (EHU), about 16 km from the city centre in a straight line; Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH, 101 km) is also within reach.
What currency is used in Huangshi?
renminbi (CNY).
Nearby
Destinations near Huangshi
Sources: city facts from Wikidata and Wikipedia; airports from OurAirports; climate from CRU TS v4.10 (University of East Anglia Climatic Research Unit), 1991–2020 monthly means, 0.5° grid; places to stay, guest scores and amenities from each operator's own public pages. How this guide is made.