We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Dali, China. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Sara Lind & Adam Larsen. Updated March 2024.
Very stylish. Lovely property. Superb breakfast. Featuring free WiFi, a restaurant and a barbecue, Dali Yanyuan Mountain Retreat offers accommodation in Dali, at the foot of Mount Cangshan. Dali Ancient Town is 5 minutes' walk away. WiFi access is possible in all areas. Each room is with ample natural light and views. it is air conditioned and features a TV with satellite channels, seating area and working desk. You will find a kettle in the room. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find hairdryer, toiletries and shower facilities. Luggage storage, concierge service and cleaning service is offered.Free use of bicycles, bike hire, car hire and ticket service are available. Safety deposit box can be offered upon request. Guest can take a stroll at terrace and garden. Chinese delicacies are served in the onsite restaurant. Reading, calligraphy practicing and Pu-erh tea tasting are also possible.Show full description
The Dali Yanyuan Mountain Retreat is a one-of-a-kind inn with a stunning interior design. Guests can start their day with a delicious breakfast. The location is convenient, allowing easy access to Dali Old Town and nearby attractions.
Delightful property. Romantic. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples.Opened July 2020. Set in Dali, 4.6 km from Goddess of Mercy Temple, Blue Sea Hotel offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The property is situated 4.6 km from Guanyin Hollow, 6.4 km from Cangshan Mountain and 6.7 km from Erhai Gate. The accommodation features room service and free WiFi. At the hotel, the rooms are equipped with a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, the units at Blue Sea Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms will provide you with a balcony. At the accommodation every room includes bed linen and towels. Wuhua Building is 7.3 km from Blue Sea Hotel, while Gantong Temple is 8 km away. The nearest airport is Dali Huangcaoba Airport, 25 km from the hotel.Show full description
Blue Sea Hotel stands out with its ideal location near Erhai Lake and peaceful ambiance. The hotel provides comfortable rooms adorned with Yunnan-inspired decor. From the balcony, guests can admire the beautiful lake view and unwind in the luxurious bathtub.
Charming. Historic property. Great location. Popular among couples. Set in Dali Old Town, Dali Old Courtyard-Style Boutique Hotel is 50 metres from Renmin Road and steps from Dali Catholic Cathedral. Cangshan is 3 km away and Erhai Lake is 5 km away. Each room includes heating and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. You will find a kettle in the room. For your comfort, you will find slippers and free toiletries. MY HOTEL features free WiFi throughout the property. Housed in a hundred-years-old Bai ethnic group style building, the property maintains the historic elements yet decorated with modern amenities. You will find free bicycles and a 24-hour front desk at the property.Show full description
This might be one of the most CHARMING AND HISTORIC boutique hotels in Dali. It also has A GREAT LOCATION. It is the most popular luxury hotel in Dali, among couples.
Nice style. Beautiful. Superb interior design. Located just 200 metres from Dali Three Pagodas, Dali Ronglu Hotel features free WiFi throughout the property. Views of Three Pagodas, Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake can be enjoyed from the rooms. Every room is equipped with underfloor heating and air conditioning. Tea facilities and tatami flooring can be found in each room. For your convenience, you will find slippers, a hairdryer and free toiletries. You will find a library and a shared lounge at the property. Standing on the rooftop terrace, you can enjoy a 360-degree view of mountain, lake and the old town. The hotel also has a pub and a dining room. A range of activities are offered in the area, such as golfing, cycling and hiking. Wuhua Building is 2.1 km from Dali Ronglu Hotel, while Zhonghe Temple is 2.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Dali Airport, 18 km from the property.Show full description
Boutique hotel. East meets West at the art-themed Sky Valley Heritage Boutique Hotel in beautiful Xizhou Town, Dali. Contemporary yet elegant décor transformed this historic Bai-style building to a design hotel. Traditional calligraphy, paintings and ceramics are displayed throughout the property. Located in the quaint Sili Villiage, Xizhou Town, Sky Valley Hotel is 2 km from Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake. Dali Old Town is 19 km away. All rooms come with cultural fabrics, handicrafts of the Bai ethnic group and classic wood furnishings with intricate carvings. Modern amenities include a flat-screen TV, shower facilities and air conditioning. Guests can unwind on the terrace, check emails at the business centre, or arrange trips at the tour desk. On-site parking is free and free Wi-Fi and wired internet access is provided. Local cuisine can be enjoyed at the on-site restaurant.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Newly opened, September 2023. Situated in Dali, 8.6 km from Little Putuo Island, Dali Oriental Seaview Hotel -Dali Erhai features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel provides an indoor pool, entertainment staff and a business centre. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a patio and a private bathroom with a shower. Dali Oriental Seaview Hotel -Dali Erhai offers some units that have a balcony, and the rooms come with a kettle. At the accommodation the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Dali Oriental Seaview Hotel -Dali Erhai offers an à la carte or Asian breakfast. You can play billiards at the hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Dali Oriental Seaview Hotel -Dali Erhai provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Erhai Gate is 48 km from the accommodation, while Wuhua Building is 49 km from the property. The nearest airport is Dali Huangcaoba Airport, 23 km from Dali Oriental Seaview Hotel -Dali Erhai.Show full description
Hip. Great views. The pet-friendly Erhai Gate No.1 is located in Dali Ancient Town, only a 3-minute walk from Renmin Road Pedestrian. It offers free WiFi access in all areas. Stunning views of Erhai Lake and a carefully decorated garden is featured. Erhai Gate No.1 is 2 km from Cangshan Mountain and 2.2 km from Erhai Lake. Various dining options can found nearby. Rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms offer mountain views. Extras include a desk. At Erhai Gate No.1 you will find a terrace and a shared kitchen. Other facilities offered include ticketing service, luggage storage and free self-service laundry. The staff will happily help with tour arrangements and ticket service. Dinning options are served in the on-site restaurant while refreshments can be enjoyed at the bar. Room service is also possible upon request. The property redecorate October 2020.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Opened August 2021. 大理悦山海酒店 features a fitness centre, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Dali. Conveniently set in the Erhai Lake district, this hotel provides a bar. The hotel has an indoor pool and room service and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At 大理悦山海酒店 each room has bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, continental and Asian options. The accommodation offers a children's playground. Speaking English and Chinese at the reception, staff are ready to help around the clock. Erhai Gate is 5.2 km from 大理悦山海酒店, while Chongsheng Three Pagodas is 5.5 km away. The nearest airport is Dali Huangcaoba Airport, 32 km from the hotel.Show full description
Dali Beauty Seaview B&B has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Dali. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 5.4 km of Goddess of Mercy Temple. The accommodation features free shuttle service, room service and luggage storage for guests. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Dali, like hiking. Staff at Dali Beauty Seaview B&B are always available to provide advice at the reception. Guanyin Hollow is 5.8 km from the accommodation, while Nanzhao Dehua Monument is 6.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Dali Huangcaoba Airport, 22 km from Dali Beauty Seaview B&B.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Set by Erhai lakeside, Hotel Indigo Dali Erhai offers accommodation just a 10-minute walk from Erhai Park. Free WiFi is available in all areas and the property boasts a fitness centre. The property is around 10 minutes' car journey from Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture Museum. The property is located a 34-minute car ride from Dali Ancient City and Cangshan Scenic Area. The Chongsheng Temple and the Three-Pagoda is located within 40 minutes' drive from the hotel. The nearest airport is Dali Airport, around 20 minutes' car journey from the property. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Hotel Indigo Dali Erhai offers certain units with lake views, and rooms have a coffee machine. All units at the accommodation feature air conditioning and a wardrobe. Staff at the 24-hour reception can provide advice on what to do in the area. Bike hire and car hire are available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling. There are also meeting facilities and business centre on site suitable for conferences and events. Guests at Hotel Indigo Dali Erhai can enjoy a buffet breakfast. The restaurant at the hotel specialises in grill and Malaysian cuisine.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Comfortable beds. Located in Dali, Clouds Cross Erhai Seaview Hotel offers a garden. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. The property is set in the Erhai Lake district, 6 km from Wuhua Building. The units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. With a private bathroom, rooms at Clouds Cross Erhai Seaview Hotel also boast a sea view. The daily breakfast offers buffet and Asian options. The accommodation offers a terrace. Clouds Cross Erhai Seaview Hotel provides a laundry service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Dali Zhangjia Garden is 7 km from the hotel. Dali Airport is 32 km from the property.Show full description
This might be one of the most RELAXING small hotels in Dali.
Resort.Highly elegant. Relaxing atmosphere. Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Hilton Dali Resort & Spa is nestled in Dali, 700 metres from Guanyin Hollow. Sweeping views of the Cangshan Mountains and Erhai Lake are featured. Gantong Temple is 1.1 km from Hilton Dali Resort & Spa, while Nanzhao Dehua Monument is 2.4 km away. Dali Airport is 14 km from the property. The Stone Mountain Golf Club and the Ancient City of Dali are both 15 minutes' drive away. Each modern room at this hotel is air conditioned and features a 42-inch flat-screen HDTV. You will find a kettle in the room. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom with a rain shower. Extras include bathrobes and slippers. There is a 24-hour front desk and gift shop at the property. You can play billiards at this hotel, unwind in the sparkling indoor pool or indulge in a treatment in our tranquil Spa. A mahjong session in one of the private mahjong lounges, Kid's Club and car hire are also possible. You can tempt your palate at the on-site restaurants serving authentic Yunnan cuisine, fresh pasta and extra. Refreshments can be enjoyed at the bar and lounge.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most elegant luxury hotels in Dali.
Newly opened, July 2023. Set in Dali, 1 km from Monument of Shih-tsu Taking over Yunnan, Atour Hotel Dali Erhai Park features views of the city. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has family rooms. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. At the hotel all rooms have bed linen and towels. Dali Museum is 1.1 km from Atour Hotel Dali Erhai Park, while Dali Railway Station is 2.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Dali Huangcaoba Airport, 20 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Trendy. Historic. Great value. Ideally situated in Dali, Dali Blocks · Cafe & Travel Hotel features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. Boasting a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 800 metres from Jiang Gong Ci, 700 metres from Yu'er Park and 1.1 km from Dali Foreigner Street. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, room service and organising tours for guests. All rooms at the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a kitchen. The rooms have a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Dali Blocks · Cafe & Travel Hotel all rooms have bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Erhai Gate, Dali Zhangjia Garden and Wuhua Building. The nearest airport is Dali Huangcaoba Airport, 28 km from Dali Blocks · Cafe & Travel Hotel.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Newly opened, December 2023. Located in Dali, less than 1 km from Yuji Island, 大理安汋海景酒店 provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a private beach area. The property is around 1.3 km from Nanzhao Customs Island, 20 km from Little Putuo Island and 28 km from Butterfly Spring Park. The hotel features a hot tub, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. At 大理安汋海景酒店 each room has bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an Asian breakfast. 大理安汋海景酒店 can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. Huadian Dam is 34 km from the hotel, while Xizhou Town is 34 km away. The nearest airport is Dali Huangcaoba Airport, 44 km from 大理安汋海景酒店.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Newly opened, April 2024. Situated in Dali and with Guanyin Hollow reachable within 1.4 km, Anyu Hotel Dali features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is located 1.5 km from Goddess of Mercy Temple, 3.3 km from Cangshan Mountain and 4.7 km from Gantong Temple. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Anyu Hotel Dali rooms come with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Nanzhao Dehua Monument is 5.9 km from Anyu Hotel Dali, while Dali University is 6.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Dali Huangcaoba Airport, 24 km from the hotel.Show full description
Newly opened, February 2024. Set in Dali, 1.6 km from Zhonghe Temple, Dali Ink Inn offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a terrace, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation features a kids' club, a shared kitchen and currency exchange for guests. All air-conditioned units at the hotel come with a fridge, a coffee machine, a bidet, free toiletries, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, Blu-ray player and Game console. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Dali Ink Inn also provide guests with a city view. At the accommodation every room includes bed linen and towels. A buffet, American or Asian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Dali Ink Inn offers a spa centre. Bike hire and car hire are available at the hotel and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. Guests will find a 24-hour front desk, a business centre and ironing service at the property. Wuhua Building is 2.5 km from Dali Ink Inn, while Jiang Gong Ci is 1.9 km away. The nearest airport is Dali Huangcaoba Airport, 30 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Set in Dali, 700 metres from Monument of Shih-tsu Taking over Yunnan, Lavande Hotel Dali Erhai Park Branch offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 2 km from Dali Museum. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV. At Lavande Hotel Dali Erhai Park Branch, all rooms have air conditioning and a private bathroom. Dali Railway Station is 2 km from the accommodation, while Yuanpu Business & Trade Street is 2.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Dali Huangcaoba Airport, 21 km from Lavande Hotel Dali Erhai Park Branch.Show full description
Located in Dali, 1 km from Guanyin Hollow, Ting Jian Empty Yard Pastoral Design Residential Dali Shop provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers karaoke and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, every room includes a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, guest rooms at Ting Jian Empty Yard Pastoral Design Residential Dali Shop have a TV and air conditioning, and some rooms are equipped with a balcony. At the accommodation each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Ting Jian Empty Yard Pastoral Design Residential Dali Shop offers an American or Asian breakfast. The hotel offers a barbecue. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar. Goddess of Mercy Temple is 1.4 km from Ting Jian Empty Yard Pastoral Design Residential Dali Shop, while Cangshan Mountain is 3.2 km away. The nearest airport is Dali Huangcaoba Airport, 23 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Newly opened, July 2023. Located in Dali, 7 km from Monument of Shih-tsu Taking over Yunnan, Days Hotel by Wyndham Dali High-speed Railway Station provides air-conditioned rooms and a restaurant. The property is set 7.1 km from Dali Railway Station, 8.2 km from Dali Museum and 9.2 km from Yuanpu Business & Trade Street. The accommodation offers room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. At the hotel each room has a private bathroom with a bath or shower. Guanyin Hollow is 17 km from Days Hotel by Wyndham Dali High-speed Railway Station, while Goddess of Mercy Temple is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Dali Huangcaoba Airport, 15 km from the accommodation.Show full description
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