Hotels with Bars in Daocheng County

The property is at the very top end in luxury mountain lodges and probably the best I have stayed at in China and offers an experience that exceeds Songtsam and others in this space. It has a stunning location closer to the mountains than the lodging in Yading village which is both good (lots of quiet , better views) and not so good (rides into the village are needed). The service is excellent and very attentive. The rooms are top notch and have an exquisite ******* design. There is even an outdoor pool for the summer season. While the prices are fair for what one gets it does perhaps mean lower occupancy (at least on our visit). After staying three nights did not hesitate to book another stay

This hotel truly excels in all four aspects: location, amenities, views, and service. 1. **Location**: Situated at Yading Village Station 3, it's perfect for those planning a two-day trip. You won't have to endure the 40-minute one-way shuttle ride back and forth. The hotel is only a 12-minute drive from the shuttle bus terminal and is right at the entrance of Station 3. You don't need to walk an extra step. You can even wait for the shuttle while taking photos on a swing chair in the lobby or the small courtyard, as you can see the snow-capped mountains from anywhere in the hotel (see photo 1, taken this morning). 2. **Amenities**: They provide a Dyson hairdryer, 'Black Sister' toothpaste, a large jar of freshly cut kumquat and lemon fruit tea, and four separate fruit platters. Each room comes with a small wooden table, a vintage tea set, and two packets of tea. There's also a private balcony where you can step out. You can brew tea and take your wooden tray tea set out to take pictures. 3. **Oxygen Supply**: Oxygen is supplied 24 hours a day, unlike many hotels that only offer it from 7 PM to 7 AM. It's a diffused oxygen supply with 24% oxygen concentration. Hotels in Litang typically only reach 21%. If you have an oxygen bag, you can even refill it in your room as the interface is compatible. 4. **Service**: Around 8 PM, I felt cold and asked the front desk to check if the air conditioning was working correctly. Without a word, the front desk brought up a massive heater that could reach a maximum temperature of 35 degrees Celsius. You'll sleep soundly and won't get cold, and it's completely silent. 5. **Luggage Service**: If you're staying at the hotel with luggage and find it inconvenient to carry to the attractions the next day, you can store it at the front desk. You also won't have to worry about wasting time and queuing for another shuttle to pick up your luggage at the station on your return journey. A front desk staff member will wait for you at the station with your luggage after your return bus departs. You don't even need to get off; they'll load your luggage directly onto the shuttle bus. Nice! 6. **Convenience Store**: If you're short on food, there's a small supermarket about 50 meters from the hotel. A bowl of braised beef noodles costs only 7 yuan – grab it! This is inside a scenic area; at the visitor center, it would start at 20 yuan.

Overall, my stay was excellent. **Attentive Service:** The hotel contacted me 1-2 days in advance to confirm my itinerary, provide details about entering the mountain, assist with bus ticket purchases, and arrange transfers. Their attention to detail was impressive. **Room Upgrade:** The owner kindly upgraded my room. The new room featured a large balcony directly facing the Xianairi snow mountain and panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, which significantly enhanced the experience. **Delicious Food:** While the food on the first day was a bit salty and oily, adjustments were made from the second day onwards. The hot pot was delicious, and the stir-fries exceeded expectations. **Abundant Breakfast:** The butler would ask for our preferred dining time in advance, offering a selection of congee, rice noodles, butter tea, coffee, various side dishes, and pastries. It was lovely to enjoy breakfast while gazing at the sacred snow mountains. **Excellent Service:** Whether it was the owner, front desk staff, driver, or chef, everyone was eager to answer questions and provide detailed information about the scenic area's weather and sightseeing conditions. My original plan was a short hike on day one and a long hike on day two, but based on the front desk's advice, we did the long hike on the first day due to good weather. After our hike, the hotel thoughtfully provided hot water, foot-soaking basins, and hot ginger tea. **Room Amenities:** The room was equipped with diffused oxygen supply, an oxygen concentrator, underfloor heating, and a humidifier, which effectively helped alleviate altitude sickness. The hotel also offered complimentary hiking poles and umbrellas. **Prime Location:** The snow-capped mountains were visible from the balcony and windows. The hotel is right next to the Daocheng Yading Museum and within walking distance of Yading Village Bus Station No. 2. All necessary amenities are nearby. **Minor Drawbacks:** The temperature was quite cold at night in May, and there was a noticeable temperature difference between the bathroom and the room. Also, the showerhead holder was broken and couldn't fix the showerhead in place. **Summary:** This hotel truly stands out in the core scenic area of Daocheng Yading for its dedicated service and reputation. I chose the wrong time to visit, as May didn't allow me to fully appreciate the breathtaking beauty of Daocheng Yading. I plan to return in October and will definitely choose this hotel again.

I'll recommend this to my friends next time! It was fantastic. The scenery here is beautiful, and I had a very relaxing time. The hotel was great too – clean, well-equipped, and had everything we needed.

A bowl of noodles with soy sauce is 25 yuan. Is it too expensive? I asked the shop owner before if the oxygen was 20, but later he said it was 25. The style of the inn is quite good, but it is not popular. The lobby is dark and no one is there all day long. The sister of the inn thinks that everyone wants to write a good review and get 50 yuan, so she added me on WeChat and told me ”Rules!” ”You must write 100 words, and the platform will review it before returning it to me!” Ha ha! What a joke! I have never written a review with so many words, but I am disappointed! I have always been a person who tells the truth. Why do you want me to give you a good review just for 50 yuan? How is it possible.

The hotel was really great. There’s an elevator, so no need to worry about carrying luggage up the stairs. We arrived at ฺBus Stop 2 and the hotel staff came out to help us with our bags — plus we were warmly greeted by an adorable dog! We chose a triple room, and the space was comfortable and sufficient for everyone. Our room faced the front with a beautiful mountain view. The beds also had electric mattress warmers, which made our sleep very cozy. Breakfast was good, and the stir-fried vegetables were delicious. They also provide hiking poles that guests can borrow.

The hotel is conveniently located, and the rooms are equipped with individual oxygen supply, making them altitude-friendly. The bedding is comfortable and clean, the bathroom facilities are complete, and the breakfast is fresh. The service is attentive and thoughtful, and the cleanliness is excellent. Overall, I am very satisfied.

Xiaodong have been really helpful giving us suggestions and helping us on logistics. He went above and beyond trying to fix something for us upon knowing Yading Park was closed for a day due to sudden snow, unfortunately even the shorter route was not possible. As we took the bus from Shangri-La and wanted to go to Kangding by bus on return, this is the perfect spot as it's a few minutes walk from and to Yading bus station, and surrounded by several restaurants, convenient stores and souvenir shops. One thing to note is the signage of the hotel says 'First Hotel' so look out for this instead, though taxi drivers do know them by Chujian Art Hotel. I feel the hotel / rooms are a bit run down. There are rooms for the hotel to improve, like cleanliness as I noticed some stains on carpet floors and pillows. Some items are about to be broken/fall apart. Next to the sink, would be great to have a little shelf to put soap holder, and guests can place their personal toiletries. Adding a doormat in front of bathroom would be great as the tiles are slippery when wet. Do specify if you want your bed to be made as well: otherwise, the maid would just clean the trash and supply toiletries, water.

This is a great hotel! The hygiene was top-notch; the room was clean and odor-free, and the bedding was spotless. The room was very bright, and it was lovely to sit on the sofa during the day with the sun shining in. The room we booked even came with two bathrooms, so no fighting over them! Haha. On the second floor corridor, there's a place for tea and dining, and there are many beautiful flowers in the back. The environment is quiet and comfortable, the front desk service is attentive, and all the facilities are complete and well-maintained. The overall stay experience was excellent, highly recommended!

This was the best accommodation on our trip! The room was clean with no strange odors, the bed was very soft, and there was plenty of hot water. It was such a pleasant surprise to find such comfortable lodging at high altitude. The location was easy to find, parking was convenient, and the service was warm and attentive. Highly recommend!