High Mountain Resort – Meili Hotel

The location is truly unbeatable, right above the Feilai Temple viewing platform. It offers panoramic views of the Meili Snow Mountain while being slightly secluded from the crowds – simply perfect. The duty manager, Damon, was incredibly thoughtful; he had already arranged our rooms before we even checked in. As soon as we arrived, he provided us with the exact times for sunrise and sunset, and pointed out the best viewing spots. The room was fully equipped with everything we needed, including floor heating, oxygen supply, and a humidifier. Our room directly faced the entire snow mountain range, truly fulfilling the dream of watching the 'Golden Mountain at Sunrise' right from our bed. After watching the sunrise, we continued to enjoy the magnificent snow mountain views while having a hearty breakfast. Utterly satisfied, Tashidelek.

Due to the weather, there weren't many tourists during this May Day holiday. To our surprise, the weather gods favored us! It was raining when we arrived the first night, but by the next morning, it had cleared up, and we got to see the majestic Meili Snow Mountain, which I'd been dreaming of! The hotel itself is grand, and the service is excellent. The customer service representative even upgraded our room, so we could enjoy the snowy view of Meili Snow Mountain right from our bed. Definitely a big thumbs-up!

The service here truly outweighs the environment. Manager Damon was incredibly thoughtful and responsible. We arrived quite late, but he kept in constant communication with us beforehand. Upon arrival, our meal was delivered straight to our room. He also reminded us in advance about the best time to see the 'Golden Mountain at Sunrise,' and we were thrilled to catch it! 👍

Service: The service was incredibly warm and friendly. They even upgraded my room and delivered breakfast right to my door, which was a nice touch. Though I didn't get to see the 'golden mountain sunrise' (a local scenic view), they still gave me a small gift when I checked out. Excellent! Cleanliness: Very good. They provided a disposable liner for the bathtub, which I really appreciated. Facilities: The facilities are well-maintained, but it is an older hotel after all. It can't compare to newer hotels in terms of smart tech, but the materials used throughout are of very high quality.

Convenient self-parking with Tesla and Nio charging stations. The complimentary apple tart was crispy and delicious. You can see the thirteen peaks of Meili Snow Mountain right from the hotel, and take a stroll to enjoy different views.

This is a classic, old-school hotel with an unbeatable location, surrounded by tons of attractions. The views from the Premium Snow View Room are even better than those from the third-floor observation deck and the Feilai Temple observation deck. However, the oxygen supply isn't diffused, meaning the overall oxygen level in the room doesn't actually change. If one person uses the oxygen, it effectively takes oxygen away from the other person, which made my head hurt that night. Also, contrary to some reviews, they didn't provide any complimentary goodnight milk. 😂

Here's what I liked: It's easy to park here, and they even have charging stations. The overall environment is really nice and peaceful; you can take a leisurely stroll around. It feels like there's still a lot of potential for further development. Since it wasn't busy on the day we checked in, they upgraded us to a deluxe snow view room on the second floor. We could literally lie in bed and enjoy the snow-capped mountains – pictures 7, 8, and 9 are actual shots of the view from the room. Some of the room amenities have been updated, like the smart toilet and the Laifen hairdryer. Plus, there's a private shortcut to the Feilai Temple observation deck, so you don't have to walk out to the main alley, which saves a lot of time. Here's what I didn't like: The decor is a bit old-fashioned, with a Tibetan-style, all-wood furniture aesthetic. I imagine older guests might appreciate it more. There's only one elevator to the second floor, and sometimes when you press '2', it just doesn't go up. It's really hit-or-miss and quite frustrating. Also, we had an issue where the room card didn't activate the power. Overall, I'd say the Gaoshan Villa's positives definitely outweigh its negatives. Just being able to see the snow mountains from your bed makes it worth it. However, at this price point during the off-season, you might find other good hotel options.

When I was staying alone at Gaoshan Biezhuang, I suffered badly from altitude sickness – shortness of breath, insomnia, and dizziness. Manager Zha Shiduji personally brought me milk and even gave me some reishi mushroom-infused water from his own collection to help with the insomnia. The next morning, he reminded me to have breakfast on time. On New Year's Eve morning, to help ease my discomfort, he invited me to visit the hotel's scripture hall and introduced me to Thangka art. As I lit a butter lamp, my mind immediately found peace. Zha Shiduji then drove me to Feilai Temple to light incense and pray for my family. What moved me even more was his invitation to join the hotel staff for their New Year's Eve dinner. During the meal, staff member Zha Xi Duji continuously refilled my hot pot ingredients, and the hotel's head chef chatted warmly with me. Their warmth dispelled the loneliness I felt celebrating the New Year by myself. Thanks to the kind care of the hotel staff, I adapted to the high-altitude environment and, on the first day of the Year of the Horse, witnessed the stunning 'Golden Mountain in the Sunlight' phenomenon. I will definitely return to Gaoshan Biezhuang Hotel; it's a place filled with love.