After the epidemic, many people, like me, listed Yunnan as one of the must-see destinations. Lijiang must be the gentlest place in the entire Nanli of Caiyun. Many first-time visitors will choose to live near Dayan Ancient City, but in fact On the side of the much quieter Shuhe Ancient Town is the hotel where I want Amway this time: the second Banyan Tree in China.

Walking into the hotel gate and standing on the Wobo Pontoon Bridge, you will feel the atmosphere of small bridges and flowing water. The small bridges and flowing water also extend to the entrance of the courtyard of the villa area, recreating the streets and alleys of the ancient city of Lijiang. structure.

Banyan Tree has always taken privacy and romance as its brand DNA. In this one at the foot of Lijiang Snow Mountain, I have seen more shining points on the brand, which has even affected the design style of the subsequent development of Banyan Tree in China.

Timeless design

Make the hotel itself an attraction

If you are surprised at the first glance at the resort, then this hotel wins! This is the arrival moment that luxury hotels have been pursuing.

Entering the courtyard of the reception desk, the opposite view of the pagoda has a better viewing effect in the Chinese garden gate frame. This classic work that can be called a representative of Banyan Tree in Lijiang is often used for hotel promotion and has become a symbol of Banyan Tree in Lijiang.

After passing through several courtyard doors and passing through several courtyards, from the enclosed courtyard to the wide and open lake, the feeling of sudden enlightenment arises spontaneously, and the Yulong Snow Mountain in the distance has a panoramic view.

The beautiful scenery instantly relieves the fatigue during the journey. Even if the rooms are not ready when you arrived a little earlier, it doesn't matter, because the hotel's classic design: Jiangnan Chinese garden style integrates local Naxi culture, making you feel like walking in the hotel is like visiting a scenic spot.

As the second Banyan Tree in China, it has successfully vividly reflected the holiday feeling of the Chinese garden courtyard and hotel through traditional methods such as framing, contrasting, and borrowing scenery. It also sets the design tone of the entire Banyan Tree in China. If you stay at Banyan Tree frequently, you will find that the pavilion has become one of its symbols in most Banyan Tree Houses in China.

Banyan Tree Lijiang has always been a model garden hotel in the eyes of holidaymakers. The hotel has a deep courtyard, willows and green lawns, and a wide water platform reflecting the beautiful scenery. Even if it's just a stroll in the courtyard, the scenery and fresh air you can see is enough to make people feel comfortable physically and mentally ~

In the pond, there are large groups of goldfish. Whenever someone comes over, they will gather together to ask for a bite of food. A foodie friend from Guizhou said that this fish is very suitable for making sour soup fish. There were also a few parrots in the cage next to him, a large goose raised freely under the tree, and a peacock that was very lazy and did not like to open its wings.

Bubble pool with snowy mountains as the background

Close the door is a romantic little world

The hotel has a total of 125 freestanding Naxi-style villas, all facing northeast and facing the Yulong Snow Mountain, with the best view of the Yulong Snow Mountain. After opening the door, through the spacious living room and courtyard, the snowy mountain roof in the distance becomes the most eye-catching background, in line with the integrity of the "unity of man and nature" of the Naxi residential buildings and the coordination of "man and nature". Like the design at the arrival point, the layout of the rooms is very classic.

This is a two-bedroom villa traveling with friends. With the courtyard as the axis of symmetry, one master bedroom queen bed and the other side twin bed are on both sides, and the middle is a lush courtyard. You can vaguely see the shadows of "Three Farms, One Zhaobi" and "Four in Five Patios", but they are not so tough to insert elements of Naxi houses. They are more transformed based on the aesthetic taste of the Banyan Tree brand and retain the simple appearance style with "black, white and gray" as the main color.

The interior of the room uses red, black and ebony gold colors, with sharp contrast and appearance elegant and noble. The Dongba paintings, pillowcases, carpets and other details on the walls are engraved with the imprint of Lijiang's characteristic culture.

Both rooms are equipped with their own bathtubs, especially in the master bedroom, which can even accommodate a double bath. The Banyan Tree's iconic toiletry bag, bath accessories, and ubiquitous aromatherapy in the bathroom are the most accustomed to and difficult to give up by banyan tree powder.

The outdoor heated massage pool at 38 ° C in the courtyard is the biggest feature of the room. Even at night, you won't feel the chill. You can soak in the hot springs and enjoy the stars in Lijiang. The absolute privacy also allows many people to relax in the room.

Every night, turndown service provides different gifts and snacks. You will see the core element of the Banyan Tree brand culture, the environmentally friendly turtle dolls, and there will also be Peace Beads full of Naxi local characteristics. It is very thoughtful.

abundant supporting

Stay for more than two nights is the most comfortable

Although it is close to Shuhe Ancient Town and has a lot of local snacks, the catering at Banyan Tree Lijiang is definitely not sloppy. The hotel has 3 dining bars: Mingyue Western Restaurant, Baiyun Chinese Restaurant and Wenhai Bar. The breakfast buffet is enjoyed in the Western restaurant. Both Chinese and Western styles are very rich, and the taste is impressive. Lijiang's specialty rice noodles and yak yogurt are also popular among parent-child families. The most important thing is that you can choose to sit outdoors and the scenery is beautiful.

In the evening, you can choose the hotel's signature hot pot to try it. There are choices such as pork ribs, yak, chicken, etc. The authentic and fresh ingredients are matched with rich sauces and a relaxing and pleasant environment. It is an unforgettable hot pot dinner.

The hotel provides free mountain bikes to easily reach the surrounding ancient towns, but the nearest Shuhe Ancient Town is actually only a 10-minute walk away. If you want to eat local specialties or Tibetan delicacies, Shuhe is a good choice. Compared with the noisy ancient city of Lijiang, Shuhe Ancient Town is what I like.

When you come back in the evening, you can participate in the hotel's Naxi blessing ceremony. This blessing ceremony originated from the Naxi people. Whether it is guests from afar or people who are going to travel far away, they must perform a blessing ceremony. It wishes every relative and friend good health!

It is said that writing blessings, praying under the copper bell, and finally throwing the stone out with force. It is said that the farther away, the more effective it is.

Don't miss the signature Banyan Tree Spa after night. Banyan Tree Lijiang creates a pure Oriental Spa experience, advocating pure techniques and craftsmanship, rather than using high-tech instruments to interpret traditional Asian therapies, using natural herbs and spices. Let you relax completely.

In addition, the hotel also offers courses such as cocktail making and espresso flower making from time to time. Of course, interested friends can also go to the front desk to rent Naxi minority costumes for free and take a set of beautiful photos to keep them as memories.

By the autumn, the various seasonal fruits that the hotel manager has in the park will mature. This time, I tasted one too sour, so I will come next time.

There are so many hotels in Lijiang, but in terms of atmosphere, environment and romance, Banyan Tree is still the first choice. This is why it has lasted forever and the price remains strong. Next time, will you try it?