LUX* Tea Horse Road Dali is the Seventh Hotel in the Collection to Welcome Travel Guests Along the Legendary Trade Route
LUX* Tea Horse Road Dali is the Seventh Hotel in the Collection to Welcome Holiday Guests Along the Legendary Trade Route
Renowned for its natural scenery, historical and cultural heritage, LUX* Tea Horse Road Dali, nestled between the majestic Cang Mountains, peaking over 4,000 metres above sea level, and one of China’s largest freshwater lakes, Erhai, is now open.
The seventh hotel in the LUX* Tea Horse Road China collection along the millennium-old trade route that connects southern China with eastern Tibet, the newly-built LUX* Tea Horse Road Dali’s interiors pays homage to the unique Bai’s ethnic minority design aesthetics and is conceptualised by award-winning interior design company, Kulor Group.
“We could not be more excited to introduce this hotel to the community, set within a mixed-use development, that will elevate a traveller’s experience in this vibrant city. Our collection of boutique retreats and hotels along the Tea Horse Road will provide the culturally-curious a wonderful off-grid adventure,” said Paul Jones, chief executive officer of The Lux Collective.
Accommodation
The 158-room hotel offers seven different room categories for travellers looking for a romantic escapade, family weekend getaway or solo journey to recharge. Guestrooms range between 38 and 137 square metres, overlooking the hotel’s lush foliage, Erhai Lake or the Cang Mountains. The full-length windows in each guestroom allow the beauty of nature into the room whilst the natural wood furnishings immediately give a sense of tranquility and calm.
Restaurants and Lounges
The beating heart of the hotel is the Bai’s Kitchen, serving traditional Yunnan cuisine and global favourites. Executive Chef Stone Xie impresses with his take on regional Chinese dishes prepared with local produce, alongside varied choices of pressed juices, fruits and healthy bites on offer throughout the day. Coffee aficionados can find their caffeine fix with a cup or two of home roast, premium blend at LUX* Resorts & Hotels’ branded Café LUX* with freshly baked French and Italian desserts and pastries. After a day of sightseeing and hiking, head to the Junxiu Tea Lounge focused on serving the perennial favourite Pu’er tea, some as aged as 10 years, paired with local delicacies before heading to The View Bar, the best spot in the city to watch the sunset, whilst sipping on crafted cocktails, distilled whiskeys and curated list of international wines.
Wellness and Fitness
Guests will find a slice of heaven at the LUX Me Spa which specialises in tea inspirred treatments, a 30 metre indoor swimming pool and a 24 hour gymnasium.
What’s Nearby?
Guests can explore the 1,800 year Three Pagodas and the vibrant Ancient Town dating from the Ming Dynasty in the 12th century on foot, all within 15 minutes’ walk from the hotel. Active guests can also head for a round of golf at the city’s only international 18-hole course, Dali Stone Mountain Golf Club, 10 minutes’ drive from the hotel.
For more information, visit www.luxresorts.com. To make a reservation, email reservation@theluxcollective.com
