Featured Hotels Near Aiwu Former Residence

Rongboda Boutique Inn at Kuanzhai Alley is a top choice, just a 10-minute walk from Ai Wu's Former Residence. The hotel blends traditional Sichuan courtyard architecture with modern elegance, featuring hand-carved wooden windows and bamboo accents that reflect local heritage. Stay in a heritage-view room to enjoy panoramic views of Jinli Ancient Street’s lantern-lit alleys and teahouses—perfect for reliving the atmosphere described in Ai Wu’s writings. Complimentary guided walks are offered by the staff, delving into the literary roots of Chengdu’s urban soul.

Courtyard by Marriott Chengdu Kuanzhai Alley is located just 450 meters from Ai Wu’s Former Residence—only a 6-minute stroll. The hotel features a contemporary Chinese design with an art wall showcasing Sichuan opera masks. Rooms come equipped with smart voice control and soundproof glass windows for tranquility. Each stay includes a complimentary Ai Wu Literary Guidebook, detailing walking routes to key sites and excerpts from his famous works. Start your day with a bowl of tea in the tranquil courtyard, gazing at the morning light filtering through Jinli Street’s ancient eaves—just as the writer once did.

Book the "Cultural Trail" package at Rongboda Boutique Inn to join the "Tracing Ai Wu’s Notes" tour—an intimate walk through alleyways once frequented by the writer, visiting old tea houses, book stalls, and antique shops he wrote about. Participate in a hands-on workshop where you practice copying his calligraphy style. Monthly events like "Night Readings of Ai Wu" feature poetry recitals under lantern light in the courtyard, accompanied by traditional Sichuan folk music. These immersive activities are included in select stays and can be reserved via the HopeGoo app for best availability.