Hotels with Private Pool in Dali

"I've been so busy with work lately, and I really wanted to find a place to relax and unwind, so I decided to go on a solo trip to Dali. After comparing several B&Bs, I settled on this one. It felt like a dream trip back to the south of France. The hotel's white hues are predominantly white, with plenty of greenery inside. My room had a direct ocean view and a small balcony. The weather was perfect, so I sat on the balcony and enjoyed the hotel's thoughtful afternoon tea, which was incredibly relaxing. In the afternoon, I walked from the hotel to Erhai Lake. When I returned late that night, the housekeeper thoughtfully left the door open. The next day, they prepared a hearty breakfast tailored to my taste. Even though I was traveling alone, it gave me a strong sense of belonging. I'd definitely choose this hotel again if I had the chance. 💕"

"My stay at Songyun Cliff Hotel in Lixiangbang completely exceeded my expectations this time! Unlike other hotels where experiences often lack a personalized touch and service can be stiff, the staff here were absolutely on another level. They were consistently warm and proactive throughout my stay, demonstrating exceptional efficiency in both communicating needs and resolving any issues, which made everything incredibly smooth and stress-free. As for the core experience: The breakfast spread was extensive and incredibly delicious. They clearly put a lot of thought into everything, from the freshness of the ingredients to the beautiful presentation. The hotel's overall ambiance was refined and comfortable, with thoughtful design evident in every detail. But what truly blew me away was the view. The panoramic vistas were unobstructed, and the scenery was so incredible that every casual photo I snapped was social media-worthy. Considering the outstanding service, delectable dining, refined environment, and spectacular views, Songyun Cliff Hotel truly lives up to its reputation as Lixiangbang's premier hotel. I'll absolutely choose to stay here again on my next visit!"

"Great service! Room had a good view of the Erhai Lake. Staff was very helpful and courteous. Thank you Kevin for his help recommending places to visit and booking our trip to the high speed train station. He has always been in contact over WeChat checking up on us. Really appreciate his help. The hotel has a great restaurant within its premises. Recommended to give it a try."

"I travel with my husband and 2 kids (17 y.o and 14 y.o). We really enjoy stay at this hotel. The hotel, especially the room is so clean, very comfortable and modern. The location also quite and view from our room is superb, facing Erhai Lake. Service also very good, we couldn’t catch tea time but they offer to deliver to our room once we come back to hotel. Everything is amazing about this hotel."

"The views are spectacular and the location is very good. Food is okay. The most impressive thing for sure is the convenience and helpfulness of the staff members. They are so quick to send someone to make your stay convenient. They arranged airport pickup for free and arrange for local pick up and drop offs within the small little village area. I needed to post several items to other provinces and they quickly offered to assist me. All I needed to do was give them the packages and destination information. They took care of all of the rest so that I didn't need to worry and contact anybody. Really excellent service! 👌🏻"

"Very satisfying stay experience. I was attracted by its design style online. It is unique in Dali's white wall and black tile style. The modern design of pink and blue stands out from many homestays. It is very rare that the real thing is exactly the same as the photo. The room decoration is modern and stylish, and every detail shows the ingenuity of the owner. The bed is comfortable and the home appliances are also high-end, such as smart toilets and Dyson hair dryers. The staff are also warm and thoughtful, and they also help rent a car. The breakfast is also very exquisite and small. If you stay for several days, there is also a free station drop-off service. My family praised the hotel unanimously! Highly recommended to friends who pursue high-quality travel experience, I believe you will also fall in love with it!"

"The hotel arranged a pick-up for us and greeted us at the door very considerately. As soon as we entered the door, we could smell the beautiful floral fragrance. The decoration and layout showed that the owner was a person with great taste. The housekeeper was very considerate and introduced us to delicious and fun places. The restaurants he recommended us to were all delicious and my family was very satisfied. There are fresh fruits to eat every day. It is very comfortable to sit on the balcony in the evening, enjoy the breeze, eat some fruits and drink some tea. The boss is a man who has read thousands of books and traveled thousands of miles, so he can decorate and arrange the house so well. The boss's intentions can also be seen in the details. Will go again next time!"

"It was a wonderful stay. The housekeeper informed us of our arrival time in advance and came to pick us up early. The snacks and fruit in the room were plentiful and fresh, and you could add them. The environment was also very nice and quiet, and the view from the window was breathtaking—truly picturesque. The room was well-equipped, everything new and clean. The breakfast was also very generous, and the service was very friendly, asking if it was enough and if you needed anything else. It was a worthwhile stay and a great experience. I'll stay here again next time I visit Dali."

"While the facilities are of good quality, for a duplex villa costing 4300 RMB per night, the value for money isn't particularly high. The service, especially from the butler, was quite mediocre. I had pre-arranged an airport transfer for 7:30 AM through them. When I then inquired about breakfast hours, they replied it starts at 7:30 AM. I pointed out that I wouldn't be able to have breakfast, to which they simply confirmed 'yes,' offering no further solution. About half an hour later, I had to proactively ask if the hotel provided any convenient breakfast options for guests with early flights. Only then did the butler confirm they did and asked how many servings I needed. It was an entirely 'ask-and-answer' interaction; information was never volunteered, and there was a complete lack of proactive service from the guest's perspective. Despite knowing we were leaving at 7:30 AM and would miss regular breakfast, the butler didn't think to ask if we needed a packed breakfast. To put it mildly, they seemed rather 'unresponsive' or 'obtuse'. Similarly, when I asked about EV charging stations, the reply was merely that there are some nearby, many in the ancient city, with no further details. I never actually met the butler in person. Check-in was handled by a staff member in an engineering uniform who gave a brief room introduction in somewhat broken Mandarin. Despite the language barrier, it was clear he was very earnest and perhaps a little nervous. This sharply contrasted with a previous hotel where, upon asking about charging stations, the butler immediately sent the precise location, even informed me about cheaper charging times, and offered a small gift at check-out. The difference between the two experiences was stark – truly a world apart. I have a couple of suggestions regarding the room design. On the first floor, the living room and bedroom are separated by a wall but connected by two doorless archways, creating an open-plan feel. Both areas have air conditioning vents, but there's only one master control, meaning no zoned climate control. The AC vent in the bedroom blew directly onto the head of the bed, making it impossible to find a comfortable temperature – either too cold or too stuffy – and I nearly caught a cold. Zoned control would be a significant improvement. The electric curtains presented a similar issue. With three sides of floor-to-ceiling glass, there's only a single master switch. If our child needed natural light for reading in the living room while adults wanted to nap in the bedroom (requiring curtains closed), it was impossible to accommodate both needs simultaneously. I recommend having separate controls for the curtains as well. Furthermore, while the irregularly shaped vanity looks stylish, the toiletries organizer provided was completely impractical due to its unsuitable size. In summary, the interior design and layout severely lack practicality and user-friendliness. On a positive note, while the hotel's public areas aren't very spacious, the landscaping and views are quite pleasant. We even spotted squirrels, making it a nice spot for photos."

"Great hotel about 20 mins ride from the busy Dali ancient city. Located in a quiet area right beside the Erhai lakeside bike/walking path. Hotel staff communicated via WeChat and was very fast to respond to all requests. Free pick up from the train station was a great perk. The room was clean and had all the basic amenities. The room view is facing the westwards mountains and not Erhai lake itself, but is still stunning as the back of the hotel overlooks a pond and farming areas. The hotels rooftop is a great place for unique photo opportunities. Hotel doesn't offer much food options besides breakfast (which was very good), but staff recommended several restaurants within walking distance that were good. There was a BBQ restaurant right beside the hotel that we enjoyed. Bike rentals are available for a reasonable price. Overall a pleasant stay!"