Shuhe, Lijiang, China

Banyan Tree Lijiang

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The takeaway

Choose this Shuhe resort for a Naxi-inspired villa stay beneath Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, with an ancient town next door.

About the hotel

At Shuhe, below Yulong Snow Mountain, Banyan Tree Lijiang places 123 villas and suites within a resort inspired by Naxi architecture. Grey-tiled roofs, red canals and broad courtyards shape the grounds, while the surrounding highland setting keeps the mountain in view. Shuhe Ancient Town is adjacent, with Baisha Village also nearby. The stay is oriented around private accommodation and local culture, with on-site dining, a spa and activities that introduce Naxi traditions.

Choose it if

You want Shuhe Ancient Town close by and a resort setting beneath Yulong Snow Mountain.
You prefer villa-style accommodation, including options with private gardens and personal jet pools.
You want on-site ways to engage with local culture, such as Naxi craft activities and old-town walks.

Skip it if

You need to stay close to the airport: Lijiang Sanyi Airport is about a 40-minute drive away.

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