Which Ski Resorts in Zhangjiakou Are the Best and Most Affordable?

Boasting picturesque scenery, Duolemeidi Ski Resort lets you soak in stunning mountain views while skiing, creating a relaxed and pleasant experience.

Located on Xique Ridge, Sitaizui Township, Chongli County, it is 226 kilometers from Beijing and 18 kilometers from the county seat. Jointly built by world-renowned ski equipment manufacturer LEITNER and DOLOMITI Super Ski Group, an Italian operator running 450 ski slopes worldwide, the resort features five finished runs: two intermediate slopes (1,800 meters and 2,000 meters long respectively), a thrilling 980-meter advanced slope, a technical 480-meter independent snowboard & New School freestyle park, and a 450-meter beginner slope equipped with imported magic carpets to help new skiers learn at their own pace.

Wanlong Ski Resort is China’s earliest-opened ski resort with the longest snow season, superior slopes and premium snow quality.

Sitting on Honghua Ridge, Chongli County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province, the resort covers over 30 square kilometers, with its highest point reaching an altitude of 2,110.3 meters and a vertical drop of 550 meters. It lies 249 kilometers from Beijing and 50 kilometers from downtown Zhangjiakou. A total of 22 beginner, intermediate and advanced slopes have been developed, including 2 beginner runs, 4 intermediate runs and 16 advanced runs. The total area of groomed slopes exceeds 900,000 square meters, alongside another 900,000 square meters of off-piste forest snow terrain.

It boasts optimal planning and design, the largest vertical drop among local ski resorts, multi-tiered slope zones, state-of-the-art supporting facilities, plus an international sports academy and full hotel amenities.

Thaiwoo Ski Town (Thaiwoo Ski & Mountain Resort) is located in Chongli District, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province. Developed by Chongli Thaiwoo Tourism & Resort Co., Ltd. with a total land area of 40 square kilometers, it is China’s largest comprehensive ski resort and a key venue for the 2022 Winter Olympics, with total investment exceeding 20 billion RMB.

Covering 78.57 hectares, Thaiwoo Four-Season Ski Resort has 35 slopes stretching a combined length of 24 kilometers. Its lift system includes 4 cableways (3 gondola lifts): 1 high-speed enclosed gondola, 2 high-speed chairlifts and 1 surface tow lift, plus 5 magic carpets totaling 1,130 meters in length.

The hotel zone sits adjacent to the lower cableway station, with town-wide supporting facilities including a ski gear hall, restaurants, commercial streets, a small theater and a ski school. The resort hotels offer a full range of amenities: ski valet service, specialty Chinese restaurants, all-day dining outlets, Western restaurants, Korean barbecue, an indoor swimming pool, fitness center and hotel club lounge.

Brand-new ski gear, complete hardware facilities and thoughtful service make it the top pick for high-end visitors, ranking among China’s finest ski resorts.

Nestled in Chongli County, Zhangjiakou City, Hebei Province, Genting Secret Garden offers forest sightseeing in spring, hiking and rock climbing in summer, mountain rambling in autumn, and snow sports in winter. Its ski center features 30 planned slopes, supported by two four-seater high-speed chairlifts, one hybrid gondola-chair high-speed lift and three beginner magic carpets. There is also a snowboard freestyle zone and a children’s ski teaching area to cater to skiers of all skill levels with personalized experiences.

Notably, Genting Secret Garden pioneered the Western popular "Après-Ski" holiday concept in China, which refers to recreational lifestyles after skiing. With top-tier hardware and considerate services, it has completely reshaped Chinese people’s traditional perception of winter ski vacations. Ski getaways are now comparable to island trips — no longer just extreme thrills for hardcore enthusiasts, but a relaxing leisure lifestyle accessible to ordinary travelers.

— A one-of-a-kind ski and leisure destination, a five-star hotel perched on the ski mountain It takes a 3-hour drive northwest from Beijing or just 40 minutes from downtown Zhangjiakou to reach Genting Grand Hotel. As a core five-star accommodation within the breathtaking Genting Secret Garden, it delivers a world-class year-round holiday paradise. Guests can enjoy winter skiing under clear blue skies and breathe crisp fresh mountain air amid serene alpine scenery. If you are still deciding on your holiday destination, Genting Secret Garden is your ideal choice without a second thought.

Affordable pricing suitable for skiers of all proficiency levels. Its slopes and snow quality outperform those of ski resorts around Beijing, offering a more authentic natural snow experience.

As a high-altitude training base for professional athletes, Great Wall Ridge Ski Resort is situated in Chongli County, Zhangjiakou City, covering 15.3 square kilometers at an altitude of 1,800 to 2,100 meters. The average annual temperature stands at 3.3°C, with summer highs never exceeding 20°C and winter lows no colder than -23°C. It receives heavy snowfall with snow depth over one meter and a long snow season lasting up to 150 days.