Hidden Gem Guesthouse in Dali 5/100: Sleep Between Clouds and Waves

Room: Sleep Between Clouds and Waves Li Su has only 13 rooms, each beautifully named after the "sea." Lying in bed, you're greeted by a 270-degree panoramic view of the blue sea and sky. In the morning, sunlight pierces through the clouds onto Erhai Lake, and lying on the custom bedding feels like waking up on ocean waves. The room's attention to detail is almost obsessive: automatic curtains, smart voice assistant, Dyson hair dryer, Marshall speakers, projector... With fishing boats dotting the distance, it's hard to tell if this is reality or paradise. Public Areas: Where Time Flows Like Poetry The rooftop houses a "sky mirror" where Erhai Lake is reflected, with clouds flowing beneath your feet. While many couples capture their wedding photos here, I simply want to sit barefoot and let the wind turn my skirt into waves. The third-floor restaurant is another pleasant surprise. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer unobstructed views of Erhai Lake, with fireplaces burning bright. In the morning, the sea and sky merge into one color, while sunset turns the water surface amber. Some call this place "Dali's Santorini," but I think Li Su's beauty has an added touch of Eastern zen, with White ethnic architectural elements incorporated into its Chinese exterior design.