Overview
The Hotel
Atop Lion Hill above the winding lanes and canals of Lijiang's UNESCO-protected Old Town — suites with hand-carved Nakhi screens and embroidered textiles, views of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, and an outdoor pool surrounded by traditional Naxi architecture in one of China's most extraordinary highland settings.
Good to Know
China
Beijing's imperial hutongs, Shanghai's Bund skyline, Guangzhou's Cantonese culinary tradition, and Hainan's South China Sea resorts — China's luxury hotel landscape spans the full breadth of the world's most complex country.
Location
Lijiang, Yunnan, China
Partner Program
Travel Partner
Included When You Book With Us
Preferred Partner recognition at all Aman properties worldwide
Room or suite upgrade upon arrival, subject to availability
Daily breakfast for two included
Hotel, dining, or spa credits
Early check-in and late check-out, subject to availability
Personal introduction to senior management at each property
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Early check-in and late check-out, subject to availability
Hotel, dining, or spa credits
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