[2025 Lijiang Stay] Travel Guide for Lijiang Naxi Yayuan Garden Hotel (Updated Mar)

Stepping into the hotel is like stepping into a thousand-year-old dream, where time stands still. Every brick, every touch of green, is imbued with stories of the past. Winding paths, like flowing ribbons, weave through pavilions, lush trees, and blooming flowers. The smooth, polished flagstones underfoot whisper tales of bygone eras. As you stroll along the paths, the scenery shifts with every step, as if you're wandering through a slowly unfolding landscape painting. Wake up in the morning to sunlight streaming through your window. Breathe in the fresh air, infused with the delicate fragrance of flowers and trees, instantly dispelling any travel fatigue. A new day begins. Step into the dining room, where a sumptuous breakfast awaits. The staff greets you with warm smiles, guiding you to your seat and serving you a delicious meal. Here, guests enjoy a tranquil dining experience, energizing themselves for the day ahead. The garden is cool and pleasant in the afternoon, surrounded by lush greenery. Comfortable tables and chairs are set alongside the winding paths, inviting guests to relax and enjoy afternoon tea. As night falls and the lights come on, the soft, warm lighting in the guest rooms creates a peaceful atmosphere for rest. In the hotel lobby, soothing music plays, and the comfortable sofas in the lounge area beckon guests to read a book or gather with friends. Enjoy a drink, chat about life, and savor a moment of leisure amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life. The hotel's everyday life is full of unexpected beauty, quietly flowing through time, warming the hearts of every passerby. With every thoughtful service and every subtle detail, the hotel creates a warm and welcoming haven for guests, allowing them to experience the small joys of life even while traveling.

In the morning, sunlight gently filters through the leaves, illuminating every corner of the courtyard. Pull up a chair, sit under the eaves, and open a book you've been longing to read. A gentle breeze carries the faint scent of flowers and the rustling of leaves from the mountain forest—sounds unique to ancient gardens and courtyards. In the afternoon, brew a cup of tea, its fragrance wafting upwards. Lean back in your chair, close your eyes, and enjoy the tranquility of the moment. Sunlight filters through the trees, casting dappled golden shadows, bright and warm. In the distance, birds sing cheerfully in the branches, seemingly celebrating the beautiful spring day. In the evening, the afterglow of the setting sun paints the courtyard in warm hues. Gather with friends around the table in the garden, sharing the day's events. Wind lanterns sway, casting flickering shadows, and the courtyard is filled with laughter, warm and beautiful. This courtyard holds countless leisurely moments of the holiday. Here, I can escape the hustle and bustle of the world and fully enjoy the peace and beauty of life. Every falling petal, every gentle breeze, becomes a precious treasure in my memory. Lijiang Naxiya Garden Hotel

| Lijiang Naxi Yayuan Garden Hotel. A spring rain washes the ancient courtyard, adding a unique poetic charm. The mottled gray tiles deepen in color, silently narrating the vicissitudes of time. Raindrops slide down the eaves, falling like broken beads onto the bluestone slabs below, splashing and echoing with an ethereal sound. The carved doors and windows appear and disappear behind the curtain of rain. The patterns on the window lattices seem to be imbued with new life, more vivid against the backdrop of the rain. Looking through the windows, the interior remains warm and peaceful. The tables and benches in the courtyard are also wet, with a few drops of water remaining on them. The ancient plum in the corner, after being baptized by the spring rain, has glistening water droplets on its petals, exuding a faint fragrance, even more delicate and charming. The entire courtyard, shrouded in spring rain, resembles an elegant ink painting, tranquil and distant. The continuous drizzle seems to be a link through time, immersing people in the lingering charm of the years, making them reluctant to leave.

The hotel is located on a hillside, surrounded by pine forests, lush vegetation and evergreen all year round; the courtyard has winding paths and various seedlings. The dark green mountains contrast beautifully with the blue sky and white clouds. The architectural style blends perfectly with the surrounding natural environment, with green tiles, black walls, flying eaves and brackets, showing its simplicity and elegance. The pavilions and towers are looming under the shade of green trees, with a long-lasting charm. Whether you open the window in the early morning, breathe in the fresh air and listen to the birds singing; or stroll in the garden in the evening and admire the sunset, you can forget the hustle and bustle of the world and immerse yourself in this quiet and beautiful time. At the foot of the mountain is Longtan Park. The tranquil Jiuding Dragon Pond, the turbulent Qinglong River, the rich plant landscape, the quaint garden buildings, the Jubao Mountain Range behind... the graceful scenes in sunny days and snowy days make people forget their worries for a moment. In this picturesque environment, the Garden Hotel is like a shining pearl, breaking through the troubles of the world, forming a unique dream, and allowing the soul to exchange for a moment of otherworldly peace.

A winter snow before the Spring Festival outlines a spiritual ink painting for the pavilions in the garden, as if it was carefully carved by nature, reflecting the quiet years. The winding paths are covered with snow, intertwined with the surrounding pines and cypresses, black and white, complementing each other. The snow falls on the branches, bending the pine needles, like a lively musical note, playing the movement of winter. On the left side of the gate of Xiyuan, the bamboo forest stands quietly in the snow. The breeze blows, and the snow on the bamboo leaves changes with the swaying of the bamboo. The shadows of the bamboo are swaying, performing the unique beauty of winter on the snow, adding a bit of vitality and tenacity to this silver world. On the hillside of Mingyuan, a tree of cold plum blossoms in the snow, picking into the eaves, instantly lights up the whole picture. The plum branches are crisscrossed, the petals are small and delicate, as white as the first snow in winter, and they are clustered on the branches. The fragrance of plum blossoms is faint and long in the air. Looking through the carved doors and windows, it is like a natural poetic picture. The hotel after the snow is breathtakingly beautiful. Open the window or walk in it, breathing the fresh air, mixed with the unique charm of the "Three Friends of the Cold", and feel the good time. The quiet mountains and forests, the flowing river, the elegant garden, and the simple buildings make people intoxicated in this dreamlike beauty and forget the troubles of the world.

Traveling to Yunnan in the off-season, I chose to visit northwest Yunnan. Passing through Lijiang, I chose this garden hotel. Walking into it, it was like being in another world. I can only say it was fate. "Hidden in the garden, enjoying the tranquility" was my first impression. The hotel is built on a mountain, surrounded by pine forests. In the deep winter, the trees are colorful, with a unique charm. The hotel layout follows the natural context of the garden landscape and terrain, divided into three parts: public area, accommodation area, and dining area. Each area is independent and cleverly connected by corridors and paths, ensuring guests' privacy and smooth passage. The architecture follows the local ancient building style, combining traditional elements with modern craftsmanship, showcasing a rustic and elegant temperament while maintaining a modern and minimalist feel. The interior space focuses on lighting and ventilation design, with a particularly beautiful sense of light and shadow. At the same time, the interior and exterior design is naturally connected, allowing guests to enjoy the scenery by opening the windows. The space layout is very elegant. The "garden" is the highlight of the hotel, based on traditional Chinese gardens, creating a "winding path leading to a secluded place, with different views at every step" effect. Pavilions, terraces, buildings, and pavilions are paired with seasonal flowers and trees, ensuring a view all year round. The paving is also an art, winding and connecting various scenic spots, guiding guests to stroll and feel the beauty of nature and culture, immersing them in the tranquil atmosphere of the garden at all times. The hotel is equipped with comprehensive service facilities to meet the diverse needs of guests. In addition to regular room facilities, there are meeting rooms, water bars, tea rooms, coffee seats, reading areas, and other ancillary spaces. The hotel offers 24-hour room and concierge services, allowing guests to enjoy the beauty of the garden and mountain scenery while experiencing comprehensive quality service. In the flashy world, seeking the beauty of the mind seems to be a rare thing. Encountering it and enjoying it is very fortunate.

Not only a vacation destination, but also a spiritual cleansing. 📍Address: 100 meters north of Jiuding Longtan, Shuhe Ancient Town 🏨Hotel environment: Built on a mountain, the hotel is surrounded by pine forests and perfectly integrated with nature. The natural geographical advantage combined with modern renovation allows guests to enjoy the healing energy of nature while also enjoying a high level of comfort. 🛏Room facilities: All solid wood furniture, mainly black walnut, low-key and restrained with a great texture, central air conditioning, TOTO bathroom, British Chantecaille toiletries, 95% white goose down bedding, light, skin-friendly, and very warm... 🍽Dining recommendations: Breakfast is different every day for three days, beautifully presented and delicious, breakfast time is based on the guest's wake-up time, all freshly made, and dietary restrictions are carefully considered, absolutely personalized service. ❤Service experience: Airport pick-up and drop-off, hot towels, welcome tea, unlimited coffee refills, free laundry (washed, dried, folded, and delivered to the room), afternoon tea (five-star hotel standard)... ✅Recommended for: Those who like quiet, have high requirements for sleep quality, or feel low energy and seek healing, or those who pursue a high-quality vacation experience, must choose here. Private club mode, not open to the public, only provides butler service for internal guests, professional and humanized, definitely more than five stars.