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Luxury Hotel in Ganhaizi,Lijiang: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Escape

The hotel in China where not everyone is either able or allowed to visit

Destination:ChinaProvince:YunnanCity:Lijiang
The hotel in China where not everyone is either able or allowed to visit
Rafa Goes Around!17 min

The hotel in China where not everyone is. This was filmed by Rafa Goes Around!. Watch the full journey and explore the filming details and destinations on this page.

The all-suite Jinmao Purelax Mountain Hotel Lijiang nestles on the lower slopes of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Ganhaizi, 3,100 metres above sea level and nearby the Dayan old town location. We were able to feel a strong local cultural heritage, an awesome view and experience of the beauty of century-old glaciers.

We had the most relaxing stay thanks to the incredible mountainside scenery, the amazing room, and the wonderful hospitality of the staff. All the rooms are suites and they are huge! Having coffee on the balcony in the morning with a view of the mountain is just unforgettable.

The thing is because of the altitude of the places (3100 meters above sea level) you might get sick, dizzy and maybe you will need to use the oxygen bottles that the hotel provides. So not everyone is able to stand a long stay here. Also in order to access this part of the mountain you need to go to the tourism offices in downtown Lijiang and apply for a pass.

--- Rafa Goes Around!
December 24, 2021, Winter in China

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Rafa visits the Jinmao Purelax Mountain Hotel in Lijiang, on the slopes of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. The all-suite hotel offers mountain views, but the high altitude affects Rafa: he feels dizzy and uses oxygen bottles provided in the room. To enter the hotel area, he needs a special pass to access the area. He also describes the suites, having coffee on the balcony, and the relaxing setting. Drone footage shows the surrounding landscape, though windy conditions affect the flight. The stay combines a high-altitude hotel experience with practical challenges and a permit step before entry.

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The hotel in China where not everyone is either able or allowed to visit

A high-altitude hotel stay

Rafa visits the Jinmao Purelax Mountain Hotel in Lijiang, on the slopes of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Yunnan. The all-suite hotel sits at high altitude, about 3,100 metres above sea level, and offers mountain views. Rafa says he feels dizzy and tired after walking only a short distance, and he uses oxygen bottles provided in the room. Visitors need a ticket from the tourism office in Lijiang before entering the hotel area.

The hotel room tour shows the size of the suites and the balcony, where Rafa has coffee while looking toward the mountain. The hotel is about an hour from the airport. Rafa also describes the cold conditions and the effect altitude has on ordinary walking, so he takes his time and rests. The stay combines comfortable accommodation with the practical demands of being high above sea level. He says even walking a few meters can leave him tired, so the provided oxygen is important when he feels short of breath.

Morning views and the surrounding landscape

In the morning, Rafa has breakfast and flies a drone to capture the landscape around the hotel. Wind affects the flight, but the footage shows the mountain setting. The video includes the permit step, the hotel room and its oxygen supply, and Rafa's experience of altitude sickness. He closes by inviting viewers to follow his China travels on social media.

The visit is shaped by the contrast between the spacious suites and the effort of moving around at altitude. Rafa describes a slow walk as tiring and uses the oxygen bottles when he feels short of breath. The hotel provides a place to rest, while the balcony and drone footage show the surrounding scenery. His account centers on the hotel stay, the access ticket and the physical effects he experiences during the visit. The video also shows the morning routine in Lijiang and Rafa's drone flight before he leaves the hotel, with windy conditions affecting the footage. The hotel stands at about 3,100 metres above sea level, and Rafa describes how quickly the altitude affects him. Even a short walk leaves him dizzy and tired, so he slows down and rests as needed. The oxygen bottles in the room are there for guests dealing with altitude effects, and Rafa uses them when he feels short of breath. The ticket from the tourism office is part of reaching the hotel, while the room tour and balcony coffee show what the stay is like once he arrives. The video follows the trip from the access step to breakfast and the drone flight, with the mountain view present throughout.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: How did the altitude affect you?
A: I felt a bit dizzy and tired, even after just walking a few meters. I needed to use the oxygen bottles the hotel provided.
Q: What's special about getting to the hotel?
A: You have to get a ticket first from a tourism office in Lijiang before you're allowed to enter the area.
Q: What was the hotel like?
A: The rooms are huge suites, and having coffee on the balcony with a view of the mountain was memorable.

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All-suite Jinmao Purelax Mountain Hotel Lijiang nestles on the lower slopes of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Ganhaizi, 3,100 metres above sea level and nearby the Dayan old town location. We were able to feel a strong local cultural heritage, an awesome view and experience of the beauty of century-old...

Luxury Hotel Lijiang: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Views

Nestled on the lower slopes of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Ganhaizi, 3,100 meters above sea level, the all-suite Jinmao Purelax Mountain Hotel in Lijiang offers an unforgettable experience. The hotel boasts stunning views of century-old glaciers and a strong local cultural heritage. Guests enjoy spacious suites, incredible mountainside scenery, and exceptional hospitality. Imagine waking up to breathtaking mountain views while sipping coffee on your balcony. However, the high altitude may cause discomfort for some, requiring the use of oxygen bottles provided by the hotel. Access also necessitates obtaining a pass from Lijiang's tourism offices. This unique hotel provides a luxurious escape, but its accessibility is limited due to altitude and permit requirements.

Attractions in this video: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Dayan Old Town