Hotel 4 stelle a Yulong

Once in a while, we have the rare privilege of staying somewhere that exemplifies all that is good about travel. Nguluko is one such place. As the photos suggest, the hotel is beautifully designed. It’s a zen-like, modern annex, connected to Liusan’s generational home. What a curious privilege it is, to be able to join her family around the home’s traditional Naxi courtyard for a bonfire dance, before retreating upstairs to a room of luxurious comforts, including an actual Dyson hairdryer and electronic toilet. But more important is what the photos cannot capture. In an age of faceless travel, dominated by flavourless hotel chains and mass-produced group tours, it’s rare to be able to feel a connection with folks eager to share a little slice of their life with you. Whether it be a morning stroll around the old village, a sharing session on Naxi culture and Dongba script, or even the aforementioned bonfire dance (replete with lived-in details like the family’s aging hams dangling off the awnings), it harkens back to a more serendipitous style of travel that made me smile. Even meals (all-inclusive!) are a chance to experience local culture. Locally foraged bracken and morels make an appearance, as do different varieties of liangfen, and Lijiang-style baba. There’s also the most moreish chicken hotpot — which I was going to drive out of the way to Luguzhen to try — but which she ended up serving for dinner on the second night. I’m quite obsessive when it comes to food, and yet everything I wanted to try here, except perhaps the rainbow trout and yak, were cooked up and served. Some small things could be improved: many stairways lack railings for the mobility impaired, and the ‘October’ room has an odd bathroom design where the toilet cubicle barely has space to close when one is seated. But such issues pale in comparison to the overall experience. Perhaps the biggest compliment I can give it is that in a world filled with a million wonderful destinations, this is one place I would choose to return to.

Il nostro soggiorno in questa bella ranch montagna a Lijiang non era altro che eccezionale. Da quando siamo arrivati, mia moglie e io siamo stati molto accolti con favore da un personale incredibilmente attento e amichevole, che andava oltre e sopra per rendere veramente memorabile la nostra esperienza. Il servizio era impeccabile in tutto il tempo, tutti i dettagli erano stati presi cura di, e la vera ospitità del team ci ha fatto sentire a casa. Se ci aiutava a organizzare o semplicemente a controllare per assicurarci che ci fosse comodo, la loro dedizione era davvero fuori luogo. Il fatto che il soggiorno fosse ancora più magico è stato l'incredibile vista delle montagne coperte di neve. È stato un'esperienza inoltrabile e facile svegliare un paesaggio così sereno e majestoso ogni mattina, e una delle nostre evidenze. Non potevamo chiedere un migliore percorso, ma molto consigliato per chiunque cercasse di rilassarsi, ricarrirsi e godere di un servizio eccellente in un ambiente stupendo.

I genuinely loved my stay at Yulong Mujianshan Homestay, and it turned out to be one of the most memorable accommodations of my Yunnan trip. What really stood out from the start was the level of service. The team goes above and beyond in the smallest details — from helping with transport arrangements to proactively checking in on your plans. Communication is seamless if you add them on WeChat, which makes coordinating things like pick-ups, recommendations, or even last-minute requests incredibly convenient. Location-wise, it’s important to note that the homestay is not in Lijiang Old Town, but instead located in Baisha Ancient Town — and honestly, that’s part of its charm. The area is much quieter, more laid-back, and far less commercialised. It’s perfect if you’re looking to slow down and enjoy a more peaceful side of Lijiang, while still being just a short walk from Baisha Old Town for a relaxed stroll or casual exploration. One of the highlights of the stay is definitely the viewing deck. On clear days, you’ll get stunning views of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, and if you’re lucky, even catch the famous “golden mountain” sunrise. It’s the kind of view that makes you want to slow down and just take it all in. The homestay also makes it easy to explore beyond the immediate area. They can recommend e-bike rentals, which is honestly one of the best ways to explore the outskirts of Baisha at your own pace, especially given how scenic and less crowded the surroundings are. Food-wise, the experience was consistently enjoyable. Breakfast is simple but well done, and it’s a nice way to start the day before heading out. Another big plus is their transport support. They can help arrange pick-up and drop-off services, which is extremely useful given the more remote location. Just make sure to communicate your requirements in advance, such as the number of passengers or luggage size, as they are very accommodating when informed early. Overall, this stay strikes a really nice balance between comfort, scenery, and personalised service. The rooms are clean and thoughtfully designed, the environment is peaceful, and the hospitality genuinely makes you feel taken care of. It’s the kind of place that’s not just a base for your trip, but part of the experience itself. Would definitely come back again.

Ho avuto un ottimo soggiorno a Manqiwan Homestay a Lijiang. L'ambiente è tranquillo, bellissimo e molto rilassante. La stanza era pulita, comoda e concisa, dando un senso molto confortevole per tutto il soggiorno. La posizione è anche molto conveniente, rendendo facile esplorare la città antica di Lijiang, pur godendo ancora un’atmosfera tranquilla e tranquilla. Sono stati molto amichevoli, molto utili, e ci hanno fatto sentire davvero benvenuti. La visita di Lijiang e la ricerca di un luogo di soggiorno affascinante e confortevole, mi consiglio molto Manqiwan Homestay. Indubbiamente, un posto che vorrei tornare!

My stay at Wan Chuan Xu in Lijiang was truly marvellous and exceeded all expectations. From the moment I arrived, I felt less like a guest and more like a member of the family. The hospitality here is exceptional! Everyone is incredibly kind, attentive, and always willing to assist whenever possible. The location is fantastic. The hotel is just a 2-minute walk from Baisha Ancient Town (Bai Sha Gu Zhen), making it extremely convenient while still being peaceful and relaxing. Despite its tranquil setting, transportation is well taken care of, with a complimentary pick-up and drop-off service to the train station, which is about 30 minutes away, an absolute lifesaver. The rooms are spacious, clean, and very comfortable, with cleanliness clearly being a top priority. The hotel also offers thoughtful amenities such as free washing and drying machines, which is incredibly helpful for longer stays. One of the highlights is the complimentary massage service, one free massage per day during your stay, which was a wonderful surprise and added to the overall sense of relaxation. Breakfast is also provided, and the staff generously shares recommendations on places to visit, helping us plan our itinerary with ease. To top it all off, the hotel has three big, adorable dogs who are incredibly cute and friendly, adding even more warmth and charm to the experience. Overall, Wan Chuan Xu offers outstanding service, comfort, and heartfelt hospitality. It was a truly wonderful experience, and I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Lijiang. I would definitely stay here again.

We have stayed in many places all over the world, and this accommodation ranks among the very best we have ever experienced. Before we even arrived, the team had already contacted us and seamlessly arranged our airport transfer and pickup to the accommodation, which immediately set the tone for an exceptional stay. Accommodation: The accommodation itself exceeds a 5-star hotel standard. From the moment you enter the room, it is clear that every element has been carefully considered. The design, attention to detail, and overall comfort reflect the work of a top-tier designer. As designers ourselves, we truly appreciated the thoughtful colour schemes, lighting choices, and smart conveniences throughout the space. Features such as the fully automatic toilet, comfortable shower, and stylish humidifier added to the sense of luxury and refinement. It is this meticulous attention to detail that truly sets this accommodation apart from others. Location: Located in Yuhu Village, a charming Naxi village, the setting is both authentic and peaceful. The village atmosphere, friendly locals, and lovely coffee shops and bakeries make it a joy to explore. A particular highlight is the close-up view of Yulong Snow Mountain, which adds a breathtaking natural backdrop to the entire experience. Customer Service & Staff: The customer service was outstanding. We received thoughtful, personalised tips and guidance to make our stay in Lijiang as enjoyable as possible—far from generic recommendations, the suggestions were clearly tailored to our personal interests and needs. The staff are exceptionally warm, friendly, and generous, and they genuinely make you feel welcome. It is evident that they love what they do, and that passion translates into an atmosphere where guests truly feel valued. The entire team went above and beyond to ensure our comfort throughout our stay. We were deeply touched by the manager’s generosity and thoughtful parting gifts. This stay left a lasting impression on us, and we very much look forward to returning in the future. 我们曾在世界各地入住过许多不同的住宿，而这里无疑是我们体验过的最顶级的住宿之一。 在我们抵达之前，酒店团队就已提前与我们取得联系，并贴心地为我们安排好了从机场到住宿的接送服务，让人一开始就感受到专业与用心。 住宿体验: 这家住宿的品质完全超越了五星级酒店的标准。房间的设计、细节处理以及对舒适度的极致追求令人印象深刻。整个空间显然出自顶级设计师之手。作为设计师，我们尤其欣赏这里在色彩搭配、灯光设计以及各种生活便利细节上的巧妙考量。 全自动马桶、舒适的淋浴空间以及造型感十足的加湿器，都为整体体验增添了极大的舒适与质感。正是这种对细节近乎苛刻的关注，使这家住宿在众多选择中脱颖而出。 地理位置: 住宿位于玉湖村——一个充满魅力的纳西族村落。这里安静、纯朴，既能感受到当地居民真实的生活氛围，又有几家非常不错的咖啡馆和面包店可供探索。更令人惊喜的是，可以近距离欣赏到玉龙雪山的壮丽景色，为整个入住体验增添了独特而震撼的自然背景。 服务与员工: 这里的服务堪称一流。我们获得的旅行建议并非千篇一律，而是真正根据我们的个人需求量身定制，让我们在丽江的行程更加丰富而愉快。 所有员工都非常热情、友善且慷慨，让人从心底感到被欢迎。他们显然热爱自己的工作，这种真诚的态度贯穿于整个入住过程。整个团队都不遗余力地为我们提供最舒适、最贴心的服务。 我们也深深感动于经理的慷慨与她精心准备的告别礼物。这次入住给我们留下了非常美好的回忆，我们已经开始期待下一次再回到这里。

Our hotel had a beautiful view of the jade dragon snow mountain, especially in the morning when the sun was rising and it casted a golden glow. The staff was friendly and we particularly liked a young man who works afternoon - night shifts called Xiao Bu. He picked us up from the train station, brewed us tea in the afternoon, made us coffee in the attached coffee shop in front and even sang and played guitar for us. He tried his best to help us when he could and gave us extra supplies when we requested. He dropped us off at the Baisha Old Town when we wanted to walk around and it was a nice jaunty walk back to the hotel. The hotel breakfast portion is pretty big but tastes just OK to me. The room was nice & our bed was comfortable. It took a long time to warm up since it was winter & the room was big. I'd recommend asking for a separate electric card to have the heat running while you're out to keep the room warm. We didn't do this and had an OK time but it was kinda cold. The shower pressure was on the low side and not super hot, which was surprising considering how nice the rest of the room looked. The amenities were not as nice as cheaper places we stayed at but overall the stay was pretty alright. The price feels like it's mainly for the nice view, which admittedly is gorgeous. If you care less about a nice view, there are better budget options. A little conflicted as we liked Xiao Bu as staff but overall had a better experience at other hotels, especially for the price. They do have laundry machines and karaoke etc in the basement but we weren't able to utilize these amenities during our stay. We were able to keep our luggage after check out and arrange an airport drop off (fir a fee) which was nice as well.

Sono stato così impegnato che mi sono appena ricordato di scrivere questa recensione. Rispetto alla Città Vecchia di Lijiang, consiglierei la Città Antica di Baisha come il posto migliore in cui soggiornare a Lijiang. È più vicina alle montagne innevate, praticamente proprio di fronte a voi, e la città antica è relativamente tranquilla e meno caotica. Questo hotel si trova a circa 10 minuti a piedi dalla Città Antica di Baisha. L'arredamento è molto bello, i servizi sono completi e il servizio è eccellente. Il personale è stato molto disponibile, trasportandomi i bagagli – in netto contrasto con il posto in cui ho soggiornato in precedenza. L'unico inconveniente è che l'ambiente era un po' tetro in inverno. Dato che i fiori freschi sono così economici nello Yunnan, sarebbe meglio aggiungere più verde resistente al freddo e fiori in vaso, anche recisi, per migliorare l'atmosfera. Questi sarebbero molto più belli e artistici per le foto rispetto ai fiori artificiali. Tuttavia, se dovessi tornare a Lijiang in estate, sceglierei sicuramente di nuovo questa guesthouse per la sua splendida vista sulle montagne innevate, l'ottimo servizio e le numerose opportunità di divertimento e fotografia nelle aree comuni.

4.5 stars. Almost perfect . I wish I could give it 5 stars but have some disappointments and rough around the edges. A unique resort. The places is beautiful and harmony with nature. We stayed 5 days, 4 nights and didn't feel the need to leave the resort at all. Picturesque scenery. You come here to relax, wall and enjoy the fresh air, and take a million photos. Tea break at their stunning cliff side cafe is inclusive. Also singing and drinking after dinner was a warm experience. Food was delicious, although more variety would be appreciated for long stay guests. The pet dogs and cats deserve their own 5 stars! Super friendly and tame - our kids loved playing with them. The staff treated and trained the animals really well. Horses for riding (extra fee) was a great experience. Next time will take lessons. Service was warm and sincere. Always with a smile. The staff was genuine, friendly, polite, helpful. I cannot say enough good things about them. They really tried to give their best to meet our needs. I felt really at home and we were treated very well. The negatives. Things are inconsistent. We had a beautiful skylight to see stars but it was so dirty that we can hardly see through. Cleaning apparently was difficult and couldn't be done, so what's the use ? Our safe was locked by the previous guest and they did not have the ability to reset and open. So we couldn't use it. Our rooms was not cleaned on day 3 and 4. On day 4. they just replenished items. Didn't clean or throw away rubbish. Toilets at the cliffside cafe is terrible state, nobody wash? One dinner, waited for our vegetables for 30 mins. When we asked ”why is it taking long?”, they say ”sorry out of stock'. So had to cancel. Coffee machine had problems , milk tube or valve clogged? could not make milk drinks (e.g cappuccino, latte) during last 2 days. Archery had many broken arrows , less than half can be used. They also offered cup noodles for free! Ask us if we wanted. Very nice gesture, but then they say ”sorry no more cup noodles”. Did not replenish during our trip. Overall an excellent experience, would come again. Could be perfect, but given the price , I would not expect to encounter these negatives mentioned.

This was truly one of the most wonderful and memorable homestay experiences we have ever had. From the moment we arrived, everything felt warm, refined, and thoughtfully arranged. The entire stay was exceptionally comfortable, and every detail made us feel well taken care of. The room was absolutely beautiful: spacious, luxurious, spotlessly clean, and very comfortable. It was designed with great attention to detail, creating a calm and elegant atmosphere. One of the highlights was being able to enjoy a stunning view of Yulong Snow Mountain directly from the room, which made the stay feel even more special and unforgettable. The amenities were also excellent, especially the Le Labo toiletries, which added a lovely touch of luxury. The highlight of our stay was definitely the exceptional service from our butler, 小杨. He was incredibly attentive, warm, thoughtful, and professional throughout the entire stay. From the smallest details to every request we had, he handled everything with patience, efficiency, and genuine care. What impressed us most was not only his responsiveness, but also his sincerity always made us feel welcomed, remembered, and truly looked after. 小杨 went above and beyond to make our stay perfect. His service was never just formal or routine; it felt personal, heartfelt, and full of warmth. He anticipated our needs, checked in on us appropriately, and made every arrangement feel effortless. Because of him, the stay felt less like a hotel visit and more like being warmly hosted by someone who truly cared. He made us feel completely at home, and his outstanding service left a very deep impression on us. The food and drinks were also impressive. Breakfast was delicious, fresh, and beautifully prepared. The afternoon tea was generous, with a wide variety of food, and the drinks were very enjoyable as well. Every part of the dining experience felt carefully curated. Overall, this homestay exceeded our expectations in every way. With its beautiful rooms, breathtaking views, excellent amenities, delicious food, and truly outstanding service from 小杨, this was a perfect stay. We would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area and would definitely love to return again. 这次入住体验真的非常惊喜，也可以说是我们住过最满意、最难忘的民宿之一。从抵达开始，整个过程都让人感觉非常温暖、舒适，也很有品质感。民宿的每一个细节都安排得很用心，让人真正感受到被照顾、被重视。 房间非常漂亮，空间很大，干净整洁，舒适度也很高，同时又带有一种低调奢华的质感。房间的设计很有品味，整体氛围安静、放松又高级。最让人印象深刻的是，从房间就可以直接看到玉龙雪山，景色非常震撼，也让这次入住变得更加特别和难忘。房间的用品也很有质感，尤其是 Le Labo 的洗护用品，为整个入住体验增添了不少精致和高级感。 这次入住最让我们感动、也最值得称赞的，就是管家小杨的服务。小杨非常细心、热情、友善，也非常专业。入住期间，无论是大大小小的需求，他都能及时、耐心又周到地帮我们处理。最难得的是，他的服务并不是机械式的，而是让人感受到真诚和用心。每一次沟通都让我们觉得很被重视，也很安心。 小杨真的做到了超出期待。他不仅反应很快，也很会照顾客人的感受，很多细节都安排得非常妥帖。他的服务自然、温暖、有分寸，让整个入住过程变得非常顺畅和舒服。因为有小杨的照顾，这次住宿不只是一次普通的入住，而是一次非常温馨、难忘的体验。他让我们真正感受到宾至如归，就像回到家一样放松自在。小杨的用心服务为这次旅程大大加分，也给我们留下了非常深刻的印象。 餐饮方面也非常优秀。早餐很好吃，食材新鲜，准备得也很精致。下午茶的内容非常丰富，食物种类很多，饮品也很好喝，整体感觉很用心。无论是住宿、服务还是餐饮，都可以感受到民宿对品质的追求。 整体来说，这次入住完全超出了我们的期待。漂亮舒适的房间、玉龙雪山的绝美景色、高品质的 Le Labo 洗护用品、美味的早餐和下午茶，再加上小杨无微不至、真诚贴心的服务，让这次旅行变得非常圆满。非常推荐给来这里旅行的朋友，也希望以后有机会一定会再回来入住。