Romantic Hotels in Yunnan, China

This was my first time staying at a smart hotel, and it was quite an experience! The location is easy to find, right on Guangfu Road. As soon as you step out of the elevator, the entrance feels more like a home than a cold, impersonal big hotel. The front desk lady was incredibly enthusiastic and gave a very detailed introduction, which almost made me feel a bit embarrassed, haha. The room itself was quite spacious. The lighting and curtains could all be controlled by a remote, giving it a nice techy feel. As soon as I walked in, I couldn't help but press all sorts of buttons – it's actually really convenient, especially when you're too lazy to get up and turn off the lights at night, it saves so much hassle! The bed was soft, and the pillows were good. The only thing was the air conditioning had a pretty strong draft; as someone who gets cold easily, I just barely managed to turn it down to a low setting. However, the soundproofing was excellent; it was really quiet outside. The bathroom had a wet/dry separation, and they provided toiletries (not those super cheap tiny toothpastes and small towels). The Wi-Fi was strong, no buffering when watching shows.

This was the most satisfying hotel I booked for my Yunnan trip! It's located at the highest point of Lijiang Old Town, offering unparalleled views whether you're watching the 'sunlit golden mountains' in the morning or the old town's nightscape – even better than dedicated viewing platforms! Despite being at the highest point, it's only a few steps away from the Lion Rock observation deck. Taxis and DiDi can drop you off right there, so there's no need to worry about inconvenient transportation. I booked a mountain view room, and in December, I didn't have to get up early and brave the cold in Lijiang; I could simply lie in bed and watch the 'sunlit golden mountains' from my room. The facilities are complete, and the room was clean. The owner even gave us delicious fresh flower cakes upon check-in 💐, and a gift upon departure 🎁. A truly satisfying trip!

We stayed 3 nights at a river view room which was clean and well appointed. The service was excellent, they serviced our room and helped me print out a visa. The location next to the river is quiet and relaxing to see the boats go by. Breakfast was understaffed, since they rapidly ran out of food, plates, cups and couldn't cook or re-fill food and drinks. So go early for breakfast. It takes a long time for didi car to drive up to the hotel. Be sure to choose a route that avoids the traffic bottlenecks.

The hotel's amenities completely exceeded my expectations. The indoor swimming pool had crystal-clear water and a comfortable environment, perfect for a relaxing swim. The outdoor hot spring was truly a hidden gem; soaking in the warm water melted away all the travel fatigue. Plus, you can feed seagulls in the park right across the street! The hotel scored full marks in terms of views, cleanliness, service, and facilities. I'll definitely stay here again next time I visit Kunming, and I highly recommend it to anyone planning a trip there!

A hidden gem of a hotel by Dianchi Lake! The rooms are spacious and spotless, the bedding is comfortable, and the breakfast is astonishingly rich – the cured ham pastries are a must-try. The service is attentive and thoughtful, with efficient concierge and warm housekeeping. It's within walking distance to Dianchi Lake, and the garden-style setting is tranquil and delightful. A five-star experience, truly living up to its reputation! A heavenly hotel by Dianchi Lake! The location is absolutely perfect, with stunning lake views right outside the window, and lush garden greenery. The room facilities are complete, clean, and odor-free, and the service is warm and professional. The dining experience is fantastic, making it ideal for both leisure and business travel. My top choice for a stay in Kunming!

I had the most beautiful stay in Jianshui. The hotel was clean, bright and very comfortable. The hospitality was fantastic, which as a solo traveller I was very grateful for. I was given tea and fruit on arrival and the laoban introduced me to all the key spots in Jianshui and sent me recommendations of food spots too. I was given a delicious breakfast with some of the best congee I've had in China! I really felt at home. The location is fantastic, right in the old town on a beautiful side street with a peaceful quaint atmosphere. The hotel also organised a taxi to take me onto my next destination - thank you both for a wonderful stay. I cannot recommend this hotel enough!

This is a very nice hotel, great location, good rooms and excellent, helpful staff. But the hotel gets bad marks in two areas. First, the food was generally very good but the Western breakfast buffet choices were nearly always cold. I tried three days in a row to get poached eggs that were not hard boiled. On the third day I got what I wanted but even then the eggs were stone cold. The second issue was the the lack of necessary security staff. The lobby bar was nice and had a young woman playing guitar in the evenings but on our second evening 4 drunks were drinking, shouting and smoking and refused to stop when the hotel staff intervened. After this things escalated and instead of having hotel security throw them out the drunks started harassing us and it got ugly so we left for our room. The hotel called our room to apologize but it was not equipped to deal with this situation and needs to have better control over their public areas. A lesson to be learned. I will be sending a separate letter to Accor management giving full details of this unfortunate event.

I arranged airport pickup with the hotel in advance, and the driver was quickly contacted after I landed. They even had bottled water in the car – very thoughtful! My first impression of the room upon arrival was its cleanliness; the table was spotless, and even the windowsill was dust-free. During my three-night stay, the cleaning was prompt every day, and the towels were replaced daily. The location was very close to the heart of the ancient city; I didn't need to take a taxi to visit the Mu Palace during the day – it was just a 10-15 minute walk. One evening when I returned late, the staff at the entrance even reminded me to watch my step – a very thoughtful touch.

The hotel facilities are complete, featuring smart toilets and a projection TV. The bathroom has a wet and dry separation, and the room itself is spacious with comfortable bedding. Anything you need can be delivered right to your room by the staff. The hotel's Dian Xiang restaurant offers many Yunnan specialty dishes, including a hotpot with a central fire pit. Breakfast is also quite rich, and you can enjoy lake views and see the 'Golden Mountain in the Morning Sun' (a scenic phenomenon). Bella provided excellent service.

The staff here were quite enthusiastic. They proactively helped clean the pool and manage the water, and the water temperature was adjustable. They were also very quick to respond on WeChat and even offered to bring takeout from the front desk to my room. However, there are a few areas that need improvement. First, due to the environment, there were a lot of mosquitoes. The mosquito coils weren't very effective, and I ended up with over ten bites after just two nights. Second, there might be some issues with the facilities. On my first night, the power went out in the middle of the night. This area is quite remote and there are no lights, which was really scary. Also, the smart toilet kept leaking without power, so I had to turn off the water valve. The door hinges made a lot of noise. The automatic night light was too sensitive and would turn on instantly with the slightest movement. Third, the staff might not have been very attentive; they misidentified me three times in a row (gender and last name). Despite these issues, it is indeed a natural sulfur hot spring, and I felt very relaxed after soaking. For that reason, I would still recommend it, but next time I'll choose a season with fewer mosquitoes.