Resting with the breeze of Erhai Lake, sleeping in the gentleness of Sicily

Just a ten-minute drive from Dali High-Speed Railway Station, you will find yourself embraced by the gentle warmth of Manhai Joy · MANHAI Designer Hotel. Opening the glass door, the warmth woven from natural wood and cotton-linen fabrics flows over your fingertips, and the friendly greeting at the front desk softly reaches your ears, quietly easing away most of your travel fatigue.

This time, staying in the Sicily Deep Sleep King Room, a "healing corner" hidden in the city. The off-white bedding is neatly and softly laid out, the zero-pressure health mattress supports the body like a cloud, paired with a dedicated health pillow whose height and firmness perfectly fit the neck curve, lying down instantly brings a relaxed feeling of being at home. The room has excellent lighting; when you draw the curtains in the morning, warm sunlight instantly fills the room, even the bedding is bathed in a gentle glow. The smart bathroom’s touch panel is sensitive and convenient, with hot water arriving instantly, showing thoughtful details.

After washing up, sitting in the window-side leisure area, sunlight streams through the glass onto the table, holding a book or daydreaming feels especially pleasant. In the afternoon, order a glass of freshly squeezed bayberry juice, watching the sunlight refract tiny light spots on the cup’s wall, every casual photo is a healing scene. By evening, the room quietly lights up with warm yellow night lamps, reflecting the afterglow, the bedding neat as new, as if softly saying "Welcome back."

The hotel’s location is known as the "starting point for a stroll by Erhai Lake." A ten-minute walk takes you to the west gate of Erhai Park, an 864-acre ecological park that holds Dali’s most pleasant short-time moments. Walking east along the lakeside scenic avenue, seagulls often rest under the Haixin Pavilion corridor, the lake water sparkles reflecting the blue sky. Standing on the waterside platform for photos, you can capture the scenery where "lake light and mountain colors wander together." For a panoramic view, climb the 300 stone steps to the Sea View Tower; to the west, the nineteen peaks of Cangshan Mountain stand like a screen, to the east, you can see the vast misty waves of Erhai Lake, even the breeze carries the fresh scent of grass and trees.

Within two kilometers around the park, there are many surprises: from the south gate, walk 800 meters to find Bai ethnic-style shops near Mingzhu Square where you can taste authentic cold pea noodles, paired with a freshly baked milk fan sachima, the sweet fragrance mixed with milk flavor is especially refreshing. Heading 1.2 kilometers north along Erhai South Road, villagers set up stalls selling fresh bayberries and blueberries; buy a box to eat while walking, the sweet and sour juice melts on your tongue. In the evening, take a slow walk along the lakeside trail on the park’s north side, watching the sunset dye the lake orange, fishermen rowing small boats back to harbor, the evening breeze full of Erhai’s gentle atmosphere.

During your days in Dali, Manhai Joy is not just a place to stay but a key to unlocking nearby beautiful scenery. Falling asleep on a zero-pressure mattress, waking up in abundant sunlight, strolling by the lakeside in the morning light, capturing the wind and lively atmosphere of Erhai Lake in every little moment. Erhai Lake Manhai Joy · MANHAI Designer Hotel (Dali High-Speed Railway Station Erhai Park Branch) Erhai Park

Post by 大理慢海卓悅酒店 | Nov 5, 2025