The Shangri-La Horizontal Vertical Dot Dash Inn (Dukezong Old Town Branch) is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Shangri-La Horizontal Vertical Dot Dash Inn (Dukezong Old Town Branch) is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Shangri-La. Boasting a convenient location, the hotel is just 6km from Xianggelila Railway Station and 6km from Diqing Shangri-La Airport. Keeping busy is easy, with Dafo Temple Prayer Wheel, Zhongdian Sutra Depository Scenic Spot and Ancient Town Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience Center all nearby. This hotel makes a great place to kick back and relax after a long day of sightseeing. This Shangri-La hotel provides parking on site. According to our guests, this hotel provides a very high level of service. This hotel is particularly popular with those traveling with families.
"Nestled within Dukezong Ancient Town, this guesthouse boasts a superb location. It's incredibly convenient for exploring Shangri-La's various attractions, dining out, shopping, and even joining the local Guozhuang folk dances. The entire guesthouse, from the lobby to the rooms, is impeccably clean. The facilities are brand new, beautifully designed, and stylish – you'll find picture-perfect spots everywhere to snap photos for your social media. Each room is equipped with an oxygen concentrator, so those concerned about altitude sickness can book with complete peace of mind. A little oxygen at night can really help prevent headaches. The bathrooms are fully stocked with disposable toiletries, and the hot water is instant with excellent pressure – perfect for a refreshing shower after a long day of exploring. They even offer self-service laundry facilities, which is a huge convenience.
While the facilities are indeed top-notch, truly living up to its 'zero negative reviews' reputation, what truly sets this guesthouse apart are the incredible hosts, the owner and his wife. Even if you haven't planned your itinerary, fear not – the landlady will meticulously arrange everything for you. She's not only an amazing cook, providing delicious meals from morning till night, but she even prepares sunflower seeds for you to feed the local squirrels! She also offers excellent recommendations for unique local restaurants, leaving you spoiled for choice. Tashi, the guesthouse's affiliated driver, was equally fantastic. He effortlessly hauled our two heavy suitcases, even at this altitude, and happily sped off, haha! All transportation costs are transparently priced with no hidden fees, so you can absolutely trust them.
I really hit it off with the landlady; our conversations were always delightful. She's truly as beautiful as she is kind-hearted. Thanks to her comprehensive support, my Shangri-La trip was exceptionally smooth. My only minor regret is that I didn't get to witness the 'Golden Mountain in the Sun' this time around – but that just gives me a perfect excuse to visit again! To anyone reading this review, I wholeheartedly recommend booking this guesthouse. It's genuinely fantastic, and I'll eat my hat if I'm wrong! ^++++^"