Munwood·Dali Jimu Dali Jimu Boutique Guesthouse

I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS HOTEL, for these reasons: 1). It is 1 hour 30 mins from Dali Old Town where all the fun things to do are 2). The service was really bad (it took about an hour to check-in as they weren’t used to checking in foreigners) and when we were out they said they couldn’t clean our room as they didn’t have a spare key 3). There was a GHEKO living in my room 4). The swimming pool was dirty, a health hazard and unfit to swim in 5). My room was damp and the paint was falling off the walls 6). The breakfast was a Chinese set meal, with no choice and no western options. There was no coffee…only instant sachets. However, the staff themselves were really lovely and kind but the hotel itself was not up to standard. I think this place has a lot of potential but improvements need to be made. I rarely leave negative reviews but I felt I needed to this time so that others don’t face the same experience as me and my friend did.

Location is by the roadside on the east side of the lake. It’s convenient but it’s far from downtown (45mins drive) as that is in the west side of the lake. The staff are helpful and try to help however they can. They don’t speak English but wechat and translator help (manage expectations). The rooms are clean. Breakfast is basic Chinese. There’s a pool for kids (not deep enough) and a lounge area with a view. If you like a quite place away from the city, then this is a good place to stay. But if you want convenience, be aware that didi/taxi is scarce, and attractions are far. There’s a restaurant next door.

Staff is helpful