Romantic Hotels in Yunnan, China

This was my first time staying at the 18 Degrees Intelligent Hotel, mainly because I wanted to try out their much-hyped smart room control system. And honestly, it was pretty cool! I'm not a tech-savvy person, but being able to adjust the lights and curtains just by voice? That's a lifesaver for lazy people, seriously! Just a quick shout from the pillow and everything's taken care of – pretty neat indeed. The room had a minimalist vibe, very clean, not like staying in a cluttered storage unit, haha. It was a high-floor room with a view, so I got to see the Kunming nightscape, which felt a bit 'chic.' What's more, the hallway was incredibly quiet during check-in in the daytime, not a single noisy sound, which is perfect for someone like me who hates noise. Self check-in was also super convenient. No need for small talk with the front desk; I got my room card in minutes (and there was no queue, which made me happy!). I initially thought all those 'influencer hotspots' were just gimmicks, but the photos actually turned out great, even without filters. It offers really good value for money. Honestly, I'll definitely choose this place for my future business trips.

Traveling to Lijiang with friends, we decided to stay inside the ancient town. After much deliberation, we chose this guesthouse that offers direct views of the 'Golden Mountain in the Morning Sun'. The guesthouse provides airport pickup service, dropping us off directly near the property. The owner helped us with our luggage the entire way, even carrying it to the roadside. The room was spacious, clean, and hygienic, with central air conditioning and a projector. It's also very convenient to get to Sifang Street in the ancient town, and the outdoor terrace right outside offers direct sunrise views.

Great location with a lovely river view. The front desk service was excellent; they even upgraded our room. Breakfast is included, and on our first day, we received a fruit platter and a welcome gift. There's a gym, but unfortunately, I didn't get to use it. They offer airport/station pickup, which is convenient. The complimentary welcome fruit platter on the first day had three very fresh fruits.

Staying at the Jiangye Resort Hotel was such a pleasant experience. The front desk staff were warm, patient, and incredibly attentive. They even gave me a free room upgrade! The room itself was clean and comfortable, and they provided a complimentary, delicious, and nutritious breakfast. The surrounding environment was also lovely. Overall, it felt very welcoming and offered great value for money. I'll definitely choose this place again next time.

The rooms are clean and tidy, the service is warm and attentive, and the facilities are complete. The lobby has a strong artistic design. The hotel also features a hot spring, swimming pool, and gym. The environment is beautiful, a garden-style hotel with lush greenery, quiet, and within walking distance to Haigeng Dam, Yunnan Nationalities Village, and Haigeng Park. The hotel's breakfast offers a wide variety, and the Chinese restaurant serves delicious food, especially the clay pot rice. We initially planned to stay for two days but extended our stay for a few more.

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!

Our stay in this luxury bedroom suite was a memorable experience, largely due to the exceptional accommodations. The suite itself was nothing short of spectacular—incredibly spacious and warmly appointed. The layout was impeccably designed, featuring a foyer, a living area, a comfortable bedroom, and a walk-in wardrobe. The bathroom was a highlight, with a separate water closet, a vanity area with a deep-soaking bathtub, and a separate, spacious double shower room. The private outdoor sitting area that led to a huge, rejuvenating hot spring was the crown jewel of the suite. It's important to note the location within the Dong Feng Yun Scenic Area. A significant benefit is that the hotel provides the scenic area entrance ticket and transport to and from the gate, which is excellent. However, its setting means it is quite far from Jianshui's Old Town and other key locations. This can be inconvenient when you wish to visit other spots or find dining options outside the hotel. A major logistical issue we encountered was with return trips. When trying to get back to the hotel, most taxi drivers requested a top-up payment, as they would have to return to the city center without a passenger. Service at the hotel was generally good; the staff were prompt and attentive upon our arrival and throughout our stay. However, we noted a noticeable drop in attentiveness during the checkout process. A minor point to note is the centralized A/C system, which meant we couldn't control the room temperature individually. That said, the provision of a standing fan was a thoughtful and effective solution. The food at the hotel's restaurant was acceptable, though it didn't quite match the exceptional standard of the suite itself. Overall, this is a truly magnificent property for the space and privacy it offers, but its remote location requires careful planning and extra budget for transportation.

This B&B is absolutely fantastic! The room is clean and tidy with amazing natural light. The host is warm and thoughtful, and the location is super convenient for getting around. I felt so comfortable and at ease, I'll definitely choose this place again next time! The B&B's location is superb, offering a peaceful retreat despite being in a bustling area. The room is clean and bright, with all necessary amenities provided. The host is incredibly kind and always ready to help. I had such a safe and pleasant stay!

The hotel's location is absolutely fantastic, right at the intersection of Shuhe Ancient Town, Baisha Ancient Town, and Lijiang Ancient City, making it incredibly convenient to visit all the attractions. Transportation is also very convenient; it doesn't take much time to get here from either the airport or the train station, which made sightseeing effortless. The hotel itself is full of Lijiang character, with a typical ancient民居 (traditional folk house) style. The solid wood furniture gives it a unique charm. I stayed in a garden view room, and the hotel grounds offered stunning views of the snow-capped mountains and a lake – it was truly picturesque, like stepping into a painting. The bathroom was spacious, and the large bathtub was perfect for washing away travel fatigue. The service here was incredibly thoughtful and attentive. The front desk staff were warm, welcoming, and always ready to help. Angel at the front desk was particularly helpful during checkout and even gave me a hotel souvenir. The food at the hotel was also excellent, with a unique blend of Sichuan and Yunnan flavors. This was a really wonderful experience.

Starting from good things. Room with private hot spring was nice and clean and bed and bed linen was great. Despite hot spring pool was leaking and needed to refill constantly. But no problem with that if water supply is turned on and you can operate yourself with valves. Hotel staff recommended many places for eating outside. Thanks for that! We arrived before check in time and asked to spend our time near the pool area which was not problem. When I was looking for toilet then lady from shop told to me that I should go outside the territory and use toilet which is for camper van people. And it was not toilet but old school ditch. Fortunately it was cleaned. Lot of things are in real life different than in pictures what you can find in web pages. Many hot springs was closed, on site was not operating restaurants and bars. Only you can order food from app or go outside. Area is under the airplanes take off route that means in daytime lot of noise. About 6pm domestic water supply was turned off and situation lasted until our leaving next day about 11am. Hotel staff wrote that if you want to use toilet I should let them know and they will find a solution. No shower or washing. Breakfast was simple. In the breakfast area is operational coffee machine but for some reason lady behind the table told that not possible and drink cold pre brewed ice coffee? I hope that it’s not connected with lack of water supply. Machine may be filled with purified bottle water not local tap water.