[2025 Shangri-La Stay] Travel Guide for Shangri-La Balagezong Snow Mountain Star Hotel (Updated May)

🏔️ Cloud dream at 3200 meters above sea level In the hidden corner of Shangri-La - Balage Sect, there is a hotel hidden in conversation with the snow-capped mountains and stars✨ Pushing open the window, the peak of Balagzong is in sight, and the galaxy is pouring down at night, as if sleeping on the cover of "G Family Geography"! 🌌 Live into Tibetan mythology ▫️ Cliff pool facing the snow-capped mountains, soak in the warm water to see the sun shining on the golden mountains ▫️ Glass dome room lying down counting meteors, snow mountain stars will drill into the quilt ▫️Tibetan stone wooden house blends modern aesthetics, underfloor heating + oxygen supply system against high reaction ▫️The toiletries in the house are from L'Occitane, very quality ▫️ Equipped with coffee and tea sets, you can quietly enjoy the tranquility under the snow-capped mountains in the house 🍵 Tibetan ritual sense The pothouse dance danced in the evening is simple and enthusiastic The butler will enthusiastically offer hada.Help the luggage carry upstairs, and will warmly invite a bowl of butter tea. 💡 Tips ► Z-Best Season: October-November (Clear Sky Galaxy) or March-May (Snow Mountain Azalea) ► Transportation: Self-driving off-road vehicle or chartered car, Z after 1 hour washboard road worth it! ► Must bring: Sunglasses / Moisturizing Spray / Camera Backup Battery (Extremely Fast Draws at Low Temperature) ㅠ As Balagzon’s eagle streaked across the sky Suddenly understood in "The Vanishing Horizon" Why is this the garden of the gods” 📍Positioning: Shangri-La Balagezong Snow Mountain Star Sky Hotel 🔥Room Type Amway: "Dome Stargazing Room" or "Cliff Suite"

🏔️ Balagezong—Shangri-La's last hidden gem. 🍁 A mystical realm forgotten by the world for over 1,300 years, a hidden corner once unmarked on any map. A modern-day "Yu Gong"—Sena Dingzhu—built a 35 km "sky road." 【Bala Village】—A wonderland in the clouds at 3,000 meters above sea level. The "sky road" winds upwards, and amidst the swirling clouds and mist, Bala Village appears like a paradise. 【Echo Wall】—Challenge your limits. Stroll along the cliffside walkway, experience the majestic Grand Canyon, and feel the thrill of the zip line. 【Shambhala Pagoda】—A mythical world of ice and snow. The natural pagoda snow mountain stands at 4,200 meters above sea level. The mountain is majestic, prayer flags flutter in the wind, and the snow is deep. Here, you can also enjoy skiing and snowmobiling. 【Shangri-La Grand Canyon】—The pleasure of a picturesque journey. Stroll along the boardwalk to the rafting dock, hop on a kayak, drift downstream, and experience the pleasure and beauty of a journey through a painting. 【Thousand-Year-Old Bodhi Tree】—Witness the vicissitudes of time. After three thousand years of weathering, the Bodhi tree is still lush and leafy. The Buddha's hand extending from the trunk silently supports the cliff face, as if narrating the vicissitudes and changes of time. 🚌 Transportation:     Direct bus: Departing from Dukezong Ancient Town in Shangri-La. Buses are available at 09:00 and 11:00, with a journey time of approximately 2 hrs.     Self-drive: Navigate to Balagezong. The scenery along the way is breathtaking, but please be aware of the winding mountain roads and drive carefully. 🎫 Tickets: Scenic spot tickets are only CNY 299, including the Shambhala Pagoda route, the glass walkway, and round-trip transportation from Dukezong Ancient Town. 🏡 Accommodation:     Balagezong Snow Mountain Starry Sky Hotel, Balagezong Snow Mountain Hot Spring Wellness Hotel ❗【Helpful tips】 1. There is a large temperature difference between day and night. Dress in layers to cope with the changing weather. 2. Take precautions against altitude sickness in high-altitude areas. Avoid strenuous exercise and prepare necessary items in advance. 3. The roads are winding. Those prone to motion sickness should prepare motion sickness medication to ensure a comfortable journey. 4. The UV rays are strong, so be sure to take sun protection measures. 5. Some activities within the scenic area require separate fees.

🌄 Stepping into the hidden paradise of Shangri-La's Balagezong Scenic Area, I felt like I had found my spiritual home. 🏨 Here, I chose to check in to the Starry Sky Hotel, embarking on a romantic encounter with the snow-capped mountains. 🤵 With incredibly attentive service, as soon as I arrived at the hotel, the staff presented me with a hada and helped carry my luggage to my room. It was truly heartwarming. ✨ There's no need to worry about the 4,000-meter altitude, as the hotel is equipped with underfloor heating and a diffused oxygen supply system. 🛏️ The rooms are primarily decorated in Tibetan style, with carpets, murals, and ornaments, each element exuding a rich cultural heritage. 🌌 Each room also features a private viewing balcony, where the snow mountains seem close enough to touch, and you can gaze at the stars at night. 🏡 The attention to detail is impeccable, with disposable toilet seat covers, humidifiers, tea, coffee, and everything you need. Even the toiletries are from niche fragrance brands, offering a truly luxurious experience! 🍱 The restaurant is just opposite the hotel, offering a wide variety of breakfast options. You can also enjoy lunch and dinner here, with a diverse menu that even includes hot pot!

Despite a 2 hour car ride from Shangrila town, it was well worth the journey there. Sweat and tears from the hike/trail was wellnpayed with the spectacular scenary. Drifting down the canyon was another cool experience. Not forgetting the flying fox pass the canyon. A must go place when visiting Shangrila. P/s: suggest to bring your own oxygen canisters and food

Balagezong (巴拉格) Park is considered a wonderful and beautiful land and a paradise of the world, a gathering place of beautiful Tibetan customs and culture. The area of ​​Balagezong Park has clean air and beautiful scenery, one of the most beautiful in the world.