Serene mountain vistas surround this five-star retreat with private pool villas—a luxurious sanctuary after exploring Lijiang Old Town. The full-service spa offers rejuvenating treatments. Two exceptional restaurants feature attentive staff who remember your coffee preferences each morning.
Located in Gucheng District, a neighborhood in Lijiang, Banyan Tree Lijiang is in the entertainment district. Lijiang Old Town is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lashi Lake and Yulong Snow Mountain. Traveling with kids? Consider Dongba Wanshen Garden and Meadows in Full Blossom. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Lijiang travel guide
Luxury family-friendly hotel near Lijiang Old Town
Located close to Lashi Lake, Banyan Tree Lijiang provides shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe, and a playground. Treat yourself to a massage, a facial, or a body scrub at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and garden views. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff
Room features
All 124 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
Free cribs/infant beds and day beds
Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
42-inch HDTVs with cable channels
Private yards, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas
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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Limited onsite self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CNY 210 for adults and CNY 105 for children
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Bai Yun Restaurant
Ming Yue Restaurant
Things to do
24-hour gym
Full-service spa
Library
Outdoor tennis court
Playground
Shopping
Family friendly
In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Living room
Playground
Separate bedroom
Separate in-room dining area
Supervised activities for children
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
Business center
Computer station
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Full-service spa
7 treatment rooms
Body scrubs
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Spa open daily
Thai massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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2 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 2006
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Day bed
Free crib
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
42-inch HDTV with cable/satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Meal delivery service
Minibar
Paper towels
Separate dining area
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Laptop workspace
Living room
Phone
Safe
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CNY 210 for adults and CNY 105 for children
Airport shuttle fee: CNY 400 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay and UnionPay QuickPass
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property’s private plunge pools temperature may range from 78-82 degrees Fahrenheit (26-28 degrees Celsius) and private jet pools temperature may range from 96-100 degrees Fahrenheit (36-38 degrees Celsius).
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property class
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Frequently asked questions
Is Banyan Tree Lijiang pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Banyan Tree Lijiang?
As of 2026/8/19, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banyan Tree Lijiang on 2026/8/30 start from NT$5,837, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Banyan Tree Lijiang?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Banyan Tree Lijiang?
Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Banyan Tree Lijiang provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CNY 400 per vehicle applies.
Where is Banyan Tree Lijiang located?
Located in the historical district, this family-friendly hotel is 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from Lijiang Old Town and 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Lashi Lake. Yulong Snow Mountain is 15 mi (24.2 km) away.
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