We have created a list with the best luxury hotels in Kunming, 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 February 2024.
Delightful property. Charming. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Attractively set in the Wuhua District district of Kunming, Moon and Chalice Boutique Hotel is situated 1.5 km from Golden Horse and Jade Rooster, 1.6 km from Jiaosanqiao Station and 2.4 km from Tangzixiang Station. Among the facilities at this property are a shared lounge and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 700 metres from the city centre and 1 km from Dongfeng Square Station. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also boast a city view. The rooms in Moon and Chalice Boutique Hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at the accommodation. Speaking English and Chinese at the reception, staff are ready to help around the clock. Yunnan University is 2.7 km from Moon and Chalice Boutique Hotel, while Chuanxingulou Station is 3.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kunming Changshui International Airport, 27 km from the hotel.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most beautiful, cool and well designed boutique hotels in Kunming! It also has a highly rated breakfast, very cosy rooms and a great location. WOW!
Trendy. Historic. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Located in the heart of Kunming, Cachet Boutique Kunming Artime features lavish guestrooms with elegant and comfortable interiors. It has a top-floor fitness centre and convenient access to transportation hubs. Rooms and suites here will provide branded mattresses and luxury bedding linens. Every unit is fitted with a private bathroom, where a selection of luxury bath amenities can be found. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the entire property. This boutique hotel is only a 2-minute walk from Eastern and Western Pagodas and a 10-minute walk from Golden Horse and Jade Rooster. It is a 10-minute drive from Kunming Railway Station while Changshui International Airport is a 45-minute drive away. It also offers a 48-inch digital satellite TV, high-tech music system, well-stocked mini bar, capsule coffee machine and tea kettle. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property, offering services like tickets booking, currency exchange and luggage storage. Cachet Boutique Kunming Artime also features a multi-function hall on top floor overlooking the Artime Plaza and Kunming skyline. Guests can indulge themselves with fine cuts of meat and seafood complemented by an upscale wine list at Porterhouse by Laris. Stonehaus lobby lounge serves an international range of food and drinks while classic Munich beer and cuisines can be enjoyed at Paulaner Brauhaus.Show full description
This boutique hotel has super comfortable beds and great affordability!
Relaxing atmosphere. Romantic. Great value. The InterContinental Kunming is located in Dianchi National Holiday Resort by Dianchi lakeside, a 10-minute drive from Yunnan Nationalities Village. Free WiFi is available in all areas. InterContinental Kunming is a 10-minute drive from Xishan Forest Park and Haigeng Park. Kunming Railway Station is a 30-minute drive away while Kunming Changshui Airport is a 40-minute drive away. All rooms come with an iPod docking station, a minibar and ironing facilities. The ample bathrooms include free toiletries, bathtub and shower facilities. The hotel features an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a charming garden where guests can relax. Guests can also enjoy spa treatments on site, rent a car to explore the surroundings, or make use of the business centre or meeting facilities. Western buffet spreads can be enjoyed at The Market, while Chinese cuisine is offered at Shan Tao.Show full description
I think this is the most RELAXING luxury hotel in Kunming.
Luxury Hotel.Opened September 2020. Situated in Kunming and within 4.4 km of Erji Road, Delta Hotels by Marriott Kunming has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has free bikes, as well as an indoor pool and a fitness centre. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. The rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Delta Hotels by Marriott Kunming rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Xingyao Road Station is 5.4 km from the accommodation, while Xiaodongcun Station is 6.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kunming Changshui International Airport, 27 km from Delta Hotels by Marriott Kunming.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Highly elegant. Great interior design.Opened September 2020. Featuring a garden and views of city, Sheraton Kunming is located in Kunming, 4.1 km from Erji Road. Providing a restaurant, the property also has free bikes, as well as an indoor pool and a fitness centre. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. All units at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Sheraton Kunming every room comes with bed linen and towels. Xingyao Road Station is 5.2 km from the accommodation, while Xiaodongcun Station is 6 km away. The nearest airport is Kunming Changshui International Airport, 28 km from Sheraton Kunming.Show full description
This is likely one of the most ELEGANT luxury hotels in Kunming.
Situated conveniently in the Guandu district of Kunming, Mengjing Xiyue Hotel is set 7.8 km from Haigeng Park, 9.2 km from Yunnan Nationalities Village and 11 km from Guandu Jingang Pagoda. Featuring room service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The hotel features family rooms. The units in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. All rooms come with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at Mengjing Xiyue Hotel have a balcony. Staff speak English and Chinese at the 24-hour front desk. Yunnan Haigeng Auditorium is 12 km from the accommodation, while South Asian-Style First City is 12 km away. The nearest airport is Kunming Changshui International Airport, 37 km from Mengjing Xiyue Hotel.Show full description
Elegant. Cosy rooms. Great location. Located just a 5-minute walk from Chunrongjie metro station on Line 1 & 2, Howard Johnson Plaza is a 30-minute drive from Kunming International Airport. It offers a fitness centre, massage services and free transport between the hotel and South Kunming High Speed Railway Station. Free internet access is provided. Howard Johnson Tropical Garden Plaza Kunming is approximately half and hour's drive from the city centre. Golden Horse & Jade Chicken Square is located a 37 minutes' drive away. Kunming Changshui International Airport is within 41 minutes' reach by car from the hotel. Spacious rooms feature a modern interior with amenities including a flat-screen cable TV and minibar. Broadband Internet access, fully-stocked minibar, coffee/tea making facilities are offered. En suite bathrooms offer a bathtub, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can relax in the sauna room or have a singing session using the karaoke facilities. A business centre and tour desk are available to assist with guests' requests and needs. Riviera Café offers Asian delights prepared in an open-concept kitchen. Wines and grills can be enjoyed at Rose Garden while drinks are served at The Pavilion.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Historic. Comfortable beds. Grand Park Kunming is a 5-minute walk from Da Guang Shopping Centre. It features 3 dining options, an outdoor pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy free welcome fruit upon check-in. Grand Park Hotel Kunming is a 5-minute walk from Green Lake Park and 25 km from Changshui International Airport. Free parking is provided. Rooms at Kunming Grand Park come with modern décor and have plenty of natural light. All rooms are well-equipped with a flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. Guests can work out in the fitness centre or take a small stroll in Green Lake Park. Sightseeing arrangements can also be made at the tour desk. Indulge At Park serves an international buffet while Cantonese cuisine dish are available at the Park Palace. Other dining options include refreshing beverages at the revolving Beer Tavern.Show full description
Located in Kunming’s commercial centre just a 6-minute walk from Jiaosanqiao metro station, Golden Spring Hotel Jinquan offers accommodation with a fitness centre, indoor pool and sauna. It features a business centre and beauty salon. Easily accessible from public transport links, Kunming Golden Spring Hotel is 22 minutes' car ride from the Kunming Railway Station and 35 minutes' car journey from Kunming Changshui International Airport. Yunnan Art Gallery is a short 5-minute drive away. Modern rooms at Kunming Golden Spring feature classic furnishings and carpet flooring. They are fitted with cable TV and a safe. For convenience, ironing facilities and a minibar are provided. Guests can relax with massages or a game of billiards. Hotel Golden Spring also has karaoke facilities and a well-equipped business centre. Staff can provide concierge and laundry services. Brazillian coffee, steaks and fine wines are served at Cambrian Restaurant. For something lighter, Zhou Fu Yuan offers a range of porridges. Buffet breakfast with Chinese and Western dishes are available.Show full description
Resort. Crowne Plaza - Kunming Ancient Dian Town, an IHG Hotel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Kunming. Boasting an ATM, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. Guests can enjoy the spa and wellness centre, take a dip into the indoor pool, organise trips at the tour desk, or rent a car to explore the surroundings. Dian Lake is 20 km from the resort, while Chunrong Street Station is 21 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kunming Changshui International Airport, 56 km from Crowne Plaza - Kunming Ancient Dian Town, an IHG Hotel.Show full description
Lovely property. Unique. Great views. Only 100 metres from Wuhua Stadium, Sofitel Kunming offers well designed guest rooms with large floor-to-ceiling windows. The property boasts personalised spas, well-equipped meeting and banquet facilities, an indoor heated pool and 5 dining and drinking options. Kunming Sofitel is 3.5 km from Yunnan Art Theatre and 12.5 km from World Horticultural Expo Garden. It is 1.5 km from Golden Horse and Jade Rooster, 2.7 km from Daguan Pavilion and 2.8 km from Green Lake. Kunming Railway Station is a 20-minute drive away, while Changshui International Airport is 45 minutes' drive from the hotel. Each bright and spacious unit comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and HD movies, Bose sound system and lovely views. The en suite bathroom has soft bathrobes, a hairdryer as well as bath and shower facilities. Guests may work out at the fitness centre, splash around in the pool or simply enjoy a soothing massage with branded treatment products at the spa centre. 8 multi-function meeting rooms can accommodate at most 800 guests. Free WiFi is available in public areas. Kwee Zeen with panoramic city views serves a fine selection of Chinese and French culinary favourites, while Lan Pan Asian Restaurant serves Southeast Asian delicacies. Local Yunnan, Cantonese and Szechuan food can be enjoyed at Le Chinois. Decadent delights and refreshing drinks are offered at YUE bar. Sofitel Kunming is reducing the reliance on single-use plastics in their toiletries.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Popular among couples. Offering an outdoor pool, Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre is located in downtown Kunming, a 10-minute walk from Nanping Street shopping area and Dongfeng Square. It enjoys easy access by foot to Tangzixiang station on Line 1 and Dongfeng Square station on Line 2 & 3. Free WiFi is available in all areas. Kunming Railway Station is 2.3 kilometers from the hotel. Kunming Changshui Airport is about a 35-minute drive away. Rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a minibar. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a bathtub and a hairdryer. Extras include an iPod docking station and a seating area. At Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre you will find a fitness centre, a grand conference room and ballroom. Other facilities offered include a shared lounge, ticketing service and a tour desk. The property offers free parking. A fine selection of Chinese and Western food can be enjoyed at the on-site restaurants.Show full description
This luxury hotel is one of the most popular in Kunming among couples!
Opened August 2021. Located in Kunming, 21 km from Kunming East Railway Station, Doubletree By Hilton Kunming Airport provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Conveniently situated in the Guandu district, this hotel offers a bar, as well as an indoor pool. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. A buffet, continental or American breakfast is available daily at the property. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving American, Cantonese and Chinese cuisine. Vegetarian and gluten-free options can also be requested. Doubletree By Hilton Kunming Airport offers a children's playground. Xiaodongcun Station is 23 km from the accommodation, while World Horti-Expo Garden is 24 km away. The nearest airport is Kunming Changshui International Airport, 3 km from Doubletree By Hilton Kunming Airport.Show full description
Beautiful. Elegant. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Wanda Vista Kunming is located in Kunming. The accommodation features fitness and wellness facilities, along with a distinguished complement of meeting and event venues. The hotel also presents a range of specialty restaurants offering diverse international cuisines. Free WiFi access is available. Wanda Vista Kunming is an short 8-minute drive from Kunming Railway Station and metro station. It takes 10 minutes by car from Wanda Vista Kunming to Dian Lake and Haigeng Park. Changshui International Airport is a 40-minute drive away. Elegantly decorated, rooms and suites here are all soundproofing and air-conditioned. each unit will provide you with a hot tub, a flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a minibar. Free toiletries and a hairdryer can be found at the private bathroom. At Wanda Vista Kunming you will find a 24-hour front desk. Spacious grand ballroom and meeting rooms are available for all kinds of events. Ticketing service, currency exchange and luggage storage are all possible. There are 3 restaurants on site. Café Vista serves tantalizing buffet and a-la-carte dishes from Asia, Europe and beyond, while ZHEN Chinese Restaurant offers a refined selection of Cantonese delicacies and traditional Yunnanese specialities. Spicy Asian cuisines from the smoky warmth of Hunanese cooking to the aromatic sizzle of Sichuan can be tasted at Chili & Pepper. The Lobby Lounge offers a wide selection of premium teas, coffees and snacks, or fine wines and cocktails from the bar.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Opened July 2020. Wyndham Grand Kunming East has a garden, terrace, a bar and water sports facilities in Kunming. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a fitness centre, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The hotel features a hot tub, a kids' club and free WiFi. At the hotel, every room is fitted with a desk and a TV. At Wyndham Grand Kunming East, rooms have a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. The accommodation offers a children's playground. You can play billiards and table tennis at Wyndham Grand Kunming East, and the area is popular for hiking. Staff at the hotel are always available to provide advice at the reception. Xiaodongcun Station is 7.6 km from Wyndham Grand Kunming East, while Kunming East Railway Station is 8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kunming Changshui International Airport, 24 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Luxury Hotel.Charming. Romantic. Wyndham Grand Plaza Royale Colorful Yunnan is located in the Nanya Fengqing Shopping Area of Kunming. The luxurious hotel offers 4 dining options and numerous leisure options including karaoke facilities, a hot tub and an indoor swimming pool. Guests can enjoy a soothing massage, or simply laze in the sauna. Free WiFi and free parking is available in the entire hotel. There is also a business centre and meeting facilities on site. Wyndham Grand Plaza is a 15-minute drive from Dianchi Lake and a 20-minute drive from Cuihu Lake. Changshui International Airport is 30 km away. The well-decorated rooms are fitted with warm lighting, soft carpeted flooring and a minibar. A flat-screen TV and an electric kettle are also included. The well-appointed bathrooms have free toiletries, a bathtub and shower facilities. There are 5 restaurants and bars featuring various themes and styles, offering sophisticated delicacies and create an unforgettable dining experience.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Empark Grand Hotel Kunming offers comfort accommodation with modern facilities and convenient guest services. It offers an indoor pool, a spa centre, a fitness centre, a tennis court, a nightclub, karaoke rooms and barbecue facilities. Additionally, free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. Empark Grand Hotel Kunming is 15 km from Kunming Railway Station, 17 km from Nanping Street and 20 km from Kunming Expo Garden. Kunming Changshui International Airport is about 40 minutes' drive away. Each room here will provide you with a satellite TV, air conditioning and a minibar. Complete with a refrigerator, the dining area also has an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. You can enjoy garden views from the room. Guests can laze in soothing massage, play a game of tennis, or make use of the business facilities. Car hire, ticketing services and an ATM machine are available. Baby sitting service is provided upon request. The on-site Chinese restaurant serves authentic local dishes, while Western food can be enjoyed at the Western restaurant. Refreshing beverages are served at the lobby bar.Show full description
Newly opened, December 2023. Atour Hotel Kunming Changshui International Airport features free WiFi throughout the property and views of city in Kunming. The property is around 21 km from Kunming East Railway Station, 23 km from Xiaodongcun Station and 23 km from World Horti-Expo Garden. The hotel has family rooms. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. At the hotel rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Speaking English and Chinese, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical advice on the area at the reception. West Changhong Road Station is 24 km from Atour Hotel Kunming Changshui International Airport, while Xingyao Road Station is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kunming Changshui International Airport, 3 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Newly opened, August 2023. Ideally located in the Panlong District district of Kunming, Fairfield by Marriott Kunming Xinying is set 2.7 km from Jiaosanqiao Station, 2.9 km from Baiyun Road Station and 2.9 km from Kunming North Railway Station. The property is situated 3.4 km from Dongfeng Square Station, 3.6 km from Kunming Hall and 3.8 km from World Horti-Expo Garden. The property is 2.6 km from Chuanxingulou Station, and within 3.1 km of the city centre. Tangzixiang Station is 3.9 km from the hotel, while Yunnan University is 4.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kunming Changshui International Airport, 23 km from Fairfield by Marriott Kunming Xinying.Show full description
Newly opened, December 2023. Atour Hotel Kunming Municipal Government Chunrong Street features free WiFi throughout the property and views of city in Kunming. The property is set 3.2 km from Chunrong Street Station, 6.6 km from Kunming South Railway Station and 9.4 km from Dounan. 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 include bed linen and towels. Speaking English and Chinese, staff are always on hand to help at the 24-hour front desk. Dian Lake is 10 km from Atour Hotel Kunming Municipal Government Chunrong Street, while South Coach Station is 12 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kunming Changshui International Airport, 29 km from the accommodation.Show full description
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