The Dali EDITION

Our stay at The Edition Dali was absolutely wonderful. Nini from Guest Relations was incredibly thoughtful. She helped us arrange a room with a great view beforehand and checked in on us daily during our stay. One evening, we were stuck in traffic coming back late, and she even arranged for snacks to be left in our room for the kids, worried they might be hungry. We'd definitely love to come back and stay again!

The Dali EDITION's Erhai Lake view rooms are absolutely stunning! The floor-to-ceiling windows face the Cangshan mountains and Erhai Lake directly. The sunset glow is picturesque, and the room is luxurious and comfortable. A special thanks to customer service representative Xiaoyu, who was incredibly enthusiastic and thoughtful, proactively helping with arrangements. Her service was meticulous, making for a superb experience. Highly recommended, I'll definitely be back!

It's a bit far from the airport; it took about an hour to get there and an hour and a half to leave! The hotel's twin beds were super spacious, which I was extremely happy with 👍 The service was excellent, with one-on-one butler service. We ate at the yakitori and Chinese restaurants. The yakitori was just okay, but the restaurant ambiance was unbeatable, with blues music and a semi-open-air setting.

The hotel is new, and the rooms are clean, ensuring a peaceful sleep. It truly gives off a vacation vibe, and the service is excellent. Our butler, Michael, was also very professional and attentive.

Having stayed at The Sanya EDITION, I had high expectations for the first EDITION hotel in Southwest China and brought many dresses for photos. I proactively!!! called the hotel in advance to add the butler's WeChat. I called in the morning, but the butler only added me in the evening, which already made me a bit unhappy. Upon arrival at the hotel, I was then informed that the main hall, which is a prime photo spot, was commandeered, and the bar was also unavailable. Their website says the best food is Japanese, but there were no seats available for the Japanese restaurant either??? I'm truly speechless. All of this was because Cartier was holding an event there, and I wasn't the only dissatisfied guest; others felt the same way. Honestly, The EDITION is making money from Cartier while also trying to make money from guests, which really leaves a terrible impression of the brand.

The design consistently embodies the minimalist elegance characteristic of EDITION hotels. The materials and attention to detail are exceptional. The breakfast offers a wide variety, and the service is attentive and thoughtful. It's another outstanding property.

I had been eager to book this hotel after my friend recommended it, partly to experience it, and partly because I only like staying in newer hotels. I originally planned to stay here for my entire trip, but the hotel was fully booked for an event, so I only stayed for two nights. The stay, especially the second day, wasn't great. It was noisy and crowded everywhere. I'm not sure if it was a training event or what, but the main entrance was packed, to the point where it was difficult to pass through. It was quite exaggerated, and no one seemed to make way. On top of that, there were people setting things up, and others testing sound systems or something. It completely shattered the peaceful, luxurious hotel experience I was looking forward to. To sum it up, the hotel's strongest point is definitely its design; it's truly outstanding. This is especially true for the afternoon tea area, with its large, openable floor-to-ceiling glass windows that perfectly integrate the mountain and Erhai Lake views. The designer absolutely nailed it! Below is a specific and objective review of my stay: 1. The food at the hotel's Chinese restaurant was exceptionally delicious. I think it was the best meal I had in Dali, far superior to the food at those 'influencer' restaurants outside. Breakfast was also quite abundant, clean, and the environment was pleasant. The cakes and lattes at afternoon tea were also very good. I was very satisfied with the food. 2. Regarding the rooms, the renovation smell was quite noticeable, even in the elevators leading to the rooms. My friend mentioned a smell when she stayed last month, and I thought it would have dissipated after a month, but it hadn't. The room amenities were excellent, and the snacks and drinks were also very good. The welcome fruit was very fresh. On another note, regarding the room view, honestly, given Dali's topography, you can find similar views almost anywhere. 3. Overall, the staff were very enthusiastic, but there was a mix of very professional and less professional individuals. For example, at the front desk, for the same issue, some people resolved it for me within a minute, while others said they would get back to me later. 4. There weren't as many activities as I expected. I had just been to Hainan recently, so in comparison, this hotel felt a bit lacking in activities. I had initially planned to spend the first day entirely participating in hotel activities, but after checking, I didn't find any suitable ones, so I went out instead. Overall, this hotel is genuinely very good for Dali, but I didn't quite see the justification for the price.

I specifically came to check out the newly opened Dali Edition this year, and it was an excellent experience. The scenery is, needless to say, breathtaking, facing Erhai Lake with the Cangshan Mountains behind it. The service was also very warm; every staff member I encountered was extremely polite. Our hotel butler, Anna, was especially attentive and caring every day, for which I'm very grateful! We booked dinner at the Western restaurant, and the ribeye steak was fantastic. Breakfast was also rich and delicious. We spent two days relaxing at the hotel and didn't even bother going to Erhai Lake. I truly feel this is the best hotel in Dali, bar none.

The facilities, environment, and service are all top-notch. The courtyard landscape design is unique. Our butler, Anna, was diligent, responsible, enthusiastic, and meticulous. April, the Director of Entertainment and Culture, was proactive and very welcoming, which made our experience even better. The hotel is backed by Cangshan Mountain and faces Erhai Lake. In the mornings, Cangshan is shrouded in mist, and in the evenings, the fishing lights on Erhai Lake twinkle, creating a truly delightful atmosphere. We will definitely come again.