Dali Shuanglang Ancient Town's Prime Spot! Sanse Yunhe Xue Inn

Open the door and see Erhai Lake, lie down and enjoy the view of Cangshan Mountain—this is the proper way to vacation in Dali.

As a guesthouse built by the water in the center of Shuanglang Ancient Town, Sanse Yunhe Xue Inn boasts a prime location. The inn is directly connected to Erhai Lake, a waterfront property with a first-line view. From here, you can gaze at Cangshan Mountain and overlook Erhai Lake. Especially at dusk, watching the sunset and evening glow here becomes the most enjoyable moment for guests.

The inn’s location is excellent—step outside to the bustling streets of Shuanglang Ancient Town. It’s just over a 10-minute walk to well-known attractions like Nanzhao Style Island, Sun Palace, and Moon Palace. Xizhou Ancient Town is about a 30-minute drive, and Dali Ancient City is roughly an hour away by car.

✨ Room Facilities: A Surprising Experience with High-End Amenities

The moment I opened the door, I was captivated by the room’s details. The inn’s hardware configuration is truly luxurious:

- Panoramic Floor-to-Ceiling Windows: Every sea-view room features panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows facing Erhai Lake, fulfilling the dream of lying in bed watching Cangshan and Erhai while falling asleep to the sound of waves.
- High-End Brand Amenities: Dyson hairdryer, Marshall Bluetooth speaker, TOTO smart toilet and washbasin—these top luxury brands highlight the inn’s pursuit of quality.
- Thoughtful Details: Beyond basic toiletries, they provide hair clips, face masks, makeup remover wipes, and even goodnight desserts, catering to every guest’s needs.

I stayed in the Romantic Sunset Sea View King Room. Both the room and terrace were spacious, with sunlight streaming through the floor-to-ceiling windows, creating a stunning light and shadow effect. Soaking in the bathtub while looking out at the sea through the glass window felt like becoming one with nature.

📸 Travel Photography Experience: Every Shot a Masterpiece

The inn’s public areas are full of design flair, featuring a first-line sea-view café and a sea-view breakfast hall, plus multiple trendy photo spots.

The biggest surprise was the professional travel photography service—the inn offers free professional photography with 5 original photos gifted.

Although I knew travel photography can be somewhat formulaic, I was still amazed when the final photos came out. The photographer’s skill in shooting and retouching made me willingly choose additional paid services. After all, capturing professional-level photos in such beautiful scenery is truly rare.

🌟 Butler Service: Attentive and Thoughtful Care

Sanse Yunhe’s butler service is another highlight. There is a 24-hour attentive butler providing worry-free service.

- Pre-arrival Reminders: The butler sends warm tips and important notes before check-in.
- Full Assistance: Seamless support from pick-up to drop-off, even proactively helping with luggage.
- Local Recommendations: Offers scenic route planning and “pitfall avoidance guides,” recommending cost-effective local cuisine.

Many guests especially praised butlers Xiao Gang and Manager Yang for their “just-right enthusiasm,” being meticulous without feeling intrusive.

🍜 Culinary Experience: Satisfaction on the Palate

The inn’s food is also a highlight:

- Nutritious Breakfast: The rice noodles are delicious and rich, with a wide variety that is both abundant and exquisite, energizing you for the day.
- Sea-View Afternoon Tea: Enjoy afternoon tea at the first-line sea-view café, with desserts like tiramisu that are moderately sweet and beautifully plated.
- Specialty Dining: The inn also offers children’s meals and local specialty souvenirs.

💡 Practical Information

- Check-in/Check-out: Check-in after 3:00 PM, check-out before 12:00 PM
- Parking: Free private parking available
- Suitable For: Couples, families with children, photography enthusiasts
- Best Experience: Sea-view rooms are recommended; free room upgrades may be available during the off-season

At dusk, I sat on the balcony of my room, watching the sun slowly sink behind Cangshan Mountain as Erhai Lake was dyed golden red. At that moment, I understood what “poetry and the distant place” truly means. Sanse Yunhe Xue Inn is not just a place to stay but an experience of a lifestyle. If you want a trip healed by Erhai Lake, this place is definitely worth crossing mountains and rivers for.