Old Town of Lijiang · Kuanshang hotel

Lijiang Ancient Town is a place where every inch of land is precious, and most guesthouses have tiny courtyards you can barely turn around in. This place, however, generously offers a super-large courtyard, retaining the charm of an old traditional house. With the sun shining in, it's so pleasant to just sit, sip tea, and space out. The butler service was attentive; they helped me book an intangible cultural heritage experience – learning incense making with a master, which was far more meaningful than just shopping. The breakfast rice noodles and afternoon tea rose cakes are freshly made, and enjoying them slowly in the courtyard truly feels like an authentic local experience. The hotel's service, from airport pickup to drop-off, was impeccable. I'll definitely come back next time.

I've stayed at many design hotels, but few manage to transform an old Naxi house into such a comfortable stay. During the day, I learned a non-heritage skill with the butler – making bookmarks from Dongba paper. Even with clumsy hands, I felt a great sense of accomplishment. The hotel's service is as natural as the sunshine in Lijiang. The breakfast rice noodles and afternoon tea rose cakes are all made fresh. Eating them in the courtyard is the best local experience. I'll definitely come back next time.

This hotel perfectly blends traditional Naxi courtyard design with modern elements. Every step through the courtyard reveals a new scenic view, truly showcasing a relaxing getaway. The guest rooms are subtly adorned with Naxi touches, featuring comfortable seating, a Marshall speaker, and a well-stocked minibar, creating a home-away-from-home for a modern Lijiang resident. Here, a day at 'Kuan' means disconnecting from the outside world. Breakfast is served until 12 PM, so there's no need to rush. You can wait for the perfect amount of sunshine before waking up to enjoy brunch. Follow the staff to explore the remnants of the Ancient Tea Horse Road. 'Kuan' offers tea ceremonies and an experience in Pu'er tea making, reminiscent of the mule caravans. You can visit the Zhongyi Market where a butler will teach you to identify local Yunnan ingredients, step into an old town courtyard to try Naxi folk woodblock printing, or follow a Naxi 'A-jie' (sister) on a tour of Dayan Old Town, even visiting Uncle A-liu's home. You can simply sit under a tree in the courtyard, sip tea, and read a book, spending an afternoon watching the light and shadows slowly stretch to your feet.

We were all very satisfied with our stay at Kuanshang Hotel this time. The environment was meticulously designed, and the service was excellent. The hotel even offered pick-up from the ancient city entrance. There were also many activities available at the hotel on the second day. We truly felt at home, highly recommend!

My absolute favorite hotel in Lijiang! This hidden gem has a serene, high-quality atmosphere that's incredibly comfortable and relaxing. Everything, from the environment and location to the food and service, is absolutely superb!

I was captivated by the details the moment I arrived at this guesthouse: brass doorknobs, preserved old wooden beams, and a courtyard with beautiful interplay of light and shadow – truly a designer hotel. The butler didn't rush into explanations but first served a bowl of cold-brewed Pu-erh tea, calling it an "appetizer" for afternoon tea. The next morning, I experienced intangible cultural heritage tie-dyeing, and the blue I created was as vibrant as the Lijiang sky. The service was subtly excellent, and I drank three bowls of soup with the mushroom rice noodles at breakfast. This is what an authentic local experience should be like.

This designer hotel is truly exceptional. They've transformed an old Naxi courtyard into a space that's both charming and incredibly comfortable. I booked a non-heritage experience and learned how to make Dongba paper with the instructor, which was so much fun and very fulfilling. The hotel's service is so thoughtful – they even gave me a piece of hand-dyed fabric as a farewell gift. The breakfast rice noodles were delicious, and enjoying Pu'er tea with flower cakes in the courtyard during afternoon tea, that's what an authentic local experience should be. I'll definitely be back.

The environment is quiet and elegant, and the room is decorated with great style, which instantly lifted my mood. The hotel also offers a free laundry room and various activities, making for a very pleasant stay. The service details are also well thought out, and the staff (both ladies and gentlemen) are very enthusiastic.

The entire hotel is exquisitely designed with thoughtful touches everywhere, clearly showing great attention to detail. It was very quiet at night. They even thoughtfully provided a straw hat and straw bag, perfect for photos! The service was excellent. The only downside was that the room was a bit small, especially the bathroom. The hotel breakfast was decent; the copper pot rice noodles were delicious, and the complimentary afternoon tea was also a nice touch.