Amandayan Hotel - Lijiang (Yunnan)

5-star luxury hotel on Lion Hill overlooking Lijiang's UNESCO Old Town

Location and Setting

Amandayan Hotel Lijiang sits on Lion Hill, offering panoramic views of Lijiang Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The hotel provides a free airport shuttle from Lijiang Sanyi Airport, 28 km away. Guests can join a free morning tour to Zhongyi Market, an open-air food market frequented by locals.

Accommodations

The hotel has 35 guest rooms clustered in courtyards, built in the style of a traditional Naxi village. Room types include ground-floor rooms with direct courtyard access and Deluxe Suites with views of the Old Town and Snow Mountain. Pet-friendly accommodations are available for animal lovers.

Dining and Entertainment

The on-site Chinese restaurant serves local delicacies like cured pork ribs hotpot, with broth brewed for 6-8 hours (order in advance). The bistro bar offers cocktails and a selection of Western and local dishes. Every Wednesday evening, the hotel hosts a traditional Nakhi singing and dancing performance.

Wellness and Recreation

Amandayan features indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a spa and wellness centre with steam room, and massage services. The fitness center is available for health-conscious guests. The hotel also offers a tour or class about local culture.

Services and Amenities

The 24-hour front desk provides concierge service, currency exchange, and luggage storage. A 24/7 butler service is available via WeChat or WhatsApp. The hotel has meeting and banquet facilities, a barber/beauty shop, BBQ facilities, and facilities for disabled guests.

• Location: On Lion Hill above Lijiang Old Town, free airport shuttle
• Rooms: 35 suites in Naxi-style courtyards with mountain views
• Dining: Chinese restaurant with cured pork ribs hotpot
• Wellness: Indoor and outdoor pools, spa with steam room
• Services: 24/7 butler, free morning market tour, pet-friendly
• Entertainment: Weekly traditional Nakhi performance