Amandayan China – A Hilltop Sanctuary Overlooking Lijiang Old Town
Set atop Lion Hill in the UNESCO-protected heart of Lijiang, Amandayan China offers a rare stillness above the maze of canals and tiled roofs below. Surrounded by pines and pagodas, the resort is rooted in Nakhi tradition, yet timeless in its expression of peace. From every angle, the distant Jade Dragon Snow Mountain stays in quiet view.
Where heritage meets horizon
Amandayan’s suites and villas open onto tranquil courtyards, softened by carved wooden screens and rich Nakhi embroidery. Each space is designed to receive the mountain light, offering a personal sanctuary to pause and take in the spirit of Yunnan.
A retreat for body and mind
Amandayan’s Aman Spa draws on Traditional Chinese Medicine, using healing herbs and flowing water to rebalance Qi and restore energy. The spa includes:
- Four treatment rooms with wooden bathtubs and steam showers
- Outdoor 20m heated pool surrounded by wooden pavilions
- Hydrotherapy suites for tailored seasonal treatments
- Private Tai Chi, Pilates, and meditation sessions
Signature therapies such as the Bamboo Aromatherapy Massage and Herbal Compress Therapy combine modern technique with ancient wisdom.
Dining with a sense of place
Across three intimate restaurants, Amandayan China celebrates Yunnan’s rich culinary heritage:
- Man Yi Xuan serves seasonal hot pots and wild mushroom dishes, with panoramic mountain views.
- Tea House offers bistro-style lunches, tea tastings, and live music after dark.
- The Lounge welcomes guests each morning with traditional local breakfast and warm hospitality.
In summer, foraged mushrooms from nearby forests inspire a special tasting menu. Afternoon teas are also reimagined with mountain herbs and Nakhi sweets, served in peaceful garden pavilions.
Seasonal journeys
- Discover Lijiang: A three-night stay with private tours to Mu Mansion and Wangulou, hot pot dining, and cultural activities.
- Ultimate Discovery: Two-night immersion into the lanes of Old Town with daily heritage activities, afternoon tea, and transfers.
Curious about Lijiang’s ancient rhythms or Aman journeys through China?
Contact mickey@viptablesgroup.com to be the first to explore Amandayan’s seasonal stays and rare Aman moments across Asia.