4-Star Hotels in Deqin

Everything about our stay was perfect! We got a complimentary upgrade to a family room directly facing Shennv Peak, and the views were incredible. But seriously, the absolute best part was having a washer, dryer, AND a humidifier! That humidifier was a lifesaver! The next night, I stayed at the Youle Hotel in Upper Yubeng for 1300 a night, and they didn't have a humidifier. My friend and I couldn't sleep because our throats hurt so much from the dry air, and we both woke up with nosebleeds the next morning. With floor heating, a humidifier is truly essential! The breakfast was delicious, and the service was excellent. We were offered drinks upon arrival, and they even prepared essential energy supplements (like Snickers, Pocari Sweat, and glucose) for our hike, tailored to the number of people in our group. Honestly, the value for money here was exceptional. I deeply regretted choosing a more expensive place in Upper Yubeng the next day. Every moment I was there, I found myself regretting my decision and longing for Yushan in Lower Yubeng. It had great service, great quality, excellent hygiene, and a wonderful environment. I should have just stayed at Yushan the whole time. You can take a pickup truck up to Upper Yubeng for the Ice Lake hike for only 120 per person round trip, or 240 for two. Why stay in Upper Yubeng where accommodation is twice as expensive when you can get so much more at a guesthouse in Lower Yubeng?

When I booked the room, it was advertised as a ”room with a view.” In reality, every morning at 7:30 AM, I'd open all the electric curtains (without turning on the lights) and lie in bed watching the sunrise gild Kawagebo Peak. In the evenings, I'd marvel as the pink sunset clouds, like cotton candy, enveloped me. Once the glow faded, I'd spend an hour gazing at the starry sky, feeling like I'd captured the entire cosmos in my heart. Absolutely breathtaking. (To circle back) I received a call from the hotel saying they'd pick me up at Ninong Parking Lot 🅿️ and help with my backpack – a complimentary service. (For me, it was incredible; though I personally found this service a bit counter-intuitive.) If it hadn't been for the kind young man who carried my backpack, I would have given up on the discouraging slope leading to the ticket office, feeling a bit embarrassed to quit. (If you stay at this hotel, you don't need to bring trekking poles; they provide them, so I didn't bring mine.) Every morning at 8:30 AM, after enjoying the golden sunrise on the mountain, I'd head to breakfast. The nutritious and balanced breakfast, complete with a friendly little cat (this particularly clingy cat is named Er Pao, and she's a new mom!), prepared me for exploring the various hiking trails. I was thoroughly impressed with the room's amenities (elegant yet understated). I loved sitting on the warm carpet, sipping tea, reading a book, listening to music, and basking in the sun – perfect! I truly didn't want to leave, savoring this most serene time in a secluded paradise. Every encounter is a blessing. Looking back, it was truly the best gift. Many thanks to the three young men for their hard work. They appear when needed and ”disappear” when solitude is desired.

The hotel's location is excellent, right across from the Wunongding viewing platform for Meili Snow Mountain. You can directly view the snow-capped mountains from your bed on the balcony. If you're taking photos, a white pagoda in front might obstruct the view, so you'd need to go down to the viewing platform below. The hotel facilities are very comprehensive, including an oxygen concentrator and a humidifier. The decor style is both modern and incorporates ******* elements. During the Spring Festival, the hotel's dinner is a set menu, requiring reservations, costing around 270-280 RMB for three people. The dining area features a long table, which feels very ceremonial, and there are two fireplaces in the back that create a medieval ambiance when lit. We stayed here for two nights, and on the second evening, we ordered hotpot. The owner even gave us an extra platter of beef, and we also ordered a bottle of local ice wine, which tasted quite good. Breakfast is a set menu, with rich milk and rice noodles served in ceramic pots; both were delicious. The hotel's exterior is the white building on the far left of image 4 below. We stayed for two nights, originally planning for a backup day in case we missed the 'Golden Mountain in the Morning Sun' phenomenon, but we were incredibly lucky to witness it beautifully on both days. The scenery was absolutely stunning.

Traveling from Deqin to Shangri-La, I didn't want to rush, so I chose this as a stopover. I love this kind of boutique luxury hotel, where all the guests are soft-spoken. The hotel faces the Jinsha River, and the riverside pool is perfect for photos. The room was spacious enough, and the facilities were very well-maintained, as if the hotel had just opened. The breakfast at the restaurant was very extensive and delicious. What deserves the most praise is every single hotel employee I encountered, from the front desk to the restaurant staff—each person's smile was so warm, like the gentle morning glow.

The room was fantastic, with a balcony directly overlooking the snow-capped mountains. They thoughtfully provided two foot bath tubs. We were quite tired upon arrival at the village, and soaking our feet completely refreshed us, making us ready to head straight to the glacial lake the very next day – what a thoughtful touch! The chicken soup noodles were delicious, and the packed lunch they provided for our journey was great too. The resident cat was adorable!

This was such a stunning hotel! About 3 hours from Shangri-La town. The hotel offered uninterrupted views of the MeiLi Snow mountains which was so upclose and beautiful. Not many other hotels in the vicinity so it was it was peaceful stay. On the day of arrival, the hotel offered us afternoon tea and snacks paired with coffee made by their staff. The rooms were spacious with heating and oxygen supply. The bathrooms were modern and well lit. The breakfast was great too. The hotel does not offer dinner but they arranged transport for us to be taken to a beautiful restaurant nearby. The staff shared useful information about transport services with us and was always so pleasant. I would heartily recommend this place to others.

I stayed here for 2 nights and had an amazing experience. The room provides a great view of the mountains with floor to ceiling windows and everything in the room, including the bed, chairs, clothes rack and bathroom, are well-maintained and clean. The room provides a sense of luxury and cleanliness during your getaway to this village. The location is excellent, as you are one of the first, if not the first accommodation facing the mountains, so the view is excellent. It is in a great location for exploring upper yubeng and the glacier lake. What made our stay unforgettable was the amazing service we received by the owner and staff whilst we stayed here. The lady provided us with everything we needed to know during our stay in yubeng, including sunrise times, and answered any and every question we had about yubeng as a whole. They provided an atmosphere that was very welcoming and it really does feel like I was invited to stay at their home. They provided free water and free laundry service, as well as free use of hiking poles for our hikes. The breakfast included was excellent and was different for each day we stayed, and they provide you with a free lunch pack to take on your hike, which was a nice gesture which we appreciated. Additionally, everyone here speaks both mandarin and cantonese, so if you're travelling from Guangdong or Hong Kong and would like to feel at home, this is the perfect place to be. Overall, this was an amazing accommodation to stay at due to the amazing service, location and facilities and the owner and her family really do treat you like family. I would highly recommend staying here, and if I ever come back to yubeng, I will definitely stay here again!