Ninglang Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Lugu Lake Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
I thought Erhai Lake was already beautiful! | Until I went to Lugu Lake
| Until I went to Lugu Lake...
If you ask me, what is the most worthwhile place to visit in Yunnan?
I would answer without hesitation---Lugu Lake
Vast colorful forests, stunningly tranquil blue waters, flocks of seagulls, light clouds and breezes, it's not an overstatement to call it the romantic ceiling of early winter!
This winter, take a trip to Lugu Lake, that blue will heal you for a long, long time...
Transportation:
Some cities have direct flights to Lugu Lake Airport
I recommend a more economical way, first get to Lijiang, then take a bus or rent a car to Lugu Lake
Bus tickets can be bought on travel apps, from Lijiang Daluoshui Village, about 4 hours, prices vary depending on the starting point, ranging from 80-98
Ticket: 70/person
Accommodation:
It is recommended to stay in Daluoshui Village for convenient transportation and dining, and it is also a good spot to watch the sunrise
2-day tour itinerary:
D1: Depart from Lijiang to Daluoshui Village at noon, after lunch, take a lake tour: Daluoshui Village Xiaoyuba → Lover's Beach (Yunnan) → Lige Peninsula Lover's Beach (Sichuan) Caohai → Walking Marriage Bridge
D2: Watch the sunrise in Daluoshui Village, then leave from Puluo Wharf and Lvjiawan Wharf back to Lijiang
Punch-in tips:
① Panoramic viewing platform
Go right after entering the scenic area gate and checking tickets, it's an excellent spot to view the Goddess Mountain
② Daluoshui Village
There are many wild ducks and seagulls by the lake, as well as red trees, sitting under the trees on the chairs to take photos is super beautiful
③ Xiaoyuba
There are a small number of pig trough boats, completely deserted, the scenery is incredibly beautiful, and there are also many seagulls
④ Lover's Beach
There are Lover's Beaches in both Sichuan and Yunnan, but the one in Yunnan is more beautiful, and it is currently the place with the most seagulls
⑤ Lige Peninsula
The small island that divides the lake into a heart shape, the water is tranquil and azure, everyone who sees it will exclaim how beautiful it is
⑥ Caohai
Next to the viewing platform, there are many colorful pig trough boats you can go on to take photos, the background is golden and stunning
⑦ Walking Marriage Bridge
The romantic Lover's Bridge, accompanied by the sunset glow, walk halfway with your loved one and then return, symbolizing that the love between the two will never end
⑧ Puluo Wharf
The wharf area is wide, the pig trough boats on the shore are particularly good for taking photos, and there are many boating routes to choose from
⑨ Lvjiawan Wharf
Near the wharf, there is a pebble beach facing the Goddess Mountain, the lake is full of duckweed, the water is as clear as crystal, and you will be amazed when you see this place
Pig trough boat tips:
Mainly concentrated at Daluoshui Wharf, Puluo Wharf, and Lvjiawan Wharf, available daily from 8:30-17:00, prices vary depending on the route, roughly 100-200/person
Grace.Roberts^47
Dreamy Yunnan, a land of diversity
Dreamy Yunnan, a land of diversity.
On this paradise-like land, mountains, rivers, lakes, seas, and colorful clouds reflect each other, outlining the beautiful and colorful scenery of Yunnan.
If you want to heal your soul, come to Dali, where Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake accompany each other, the ancient architecture and the pure blue sky reflect each other, immersing people in it, feeling the gift of nature.
Lugu Lake is another side of Yunnan's cloud, quiet and peaceful, the white clouds flow on the lake, the water and mountains reflect each other, as if it is a fairy tale world. The gentleness of the Naxi girls and Mosuo girls will only capture people's hearts more.
Lijiang is everyone's favorite, and the angles they like are different. Wooden buildings, stone roads, flowing water, flowers, and the combination of the ancient city and Yulong Snow Mountain are the most popular. Standing at the foot of the snow mountain, it seems that time has stopped, feeling the tranquility and happiness deep in the heart.
The flower sea of Spring City Kunming is really worthy of its name, the colorful flowers bloom, each one has its own story. And every corner has people's enthusiastic smiles, the life here is brilliant and colorful.
Shangri-La is the paradise in the dream, the eternal peace and tranquility on the plateau. The clouds are lingering on the peak of the snow mountain, people believe in Buddhism with a pure heart, and live a simple and happy life.
Yunnan, every step is a poem, every scene is a painting. The nature and humanities here are integrated, which is fascinating. The dreamy beauty of Yunnan will always stay in the heart and become a precious memory.
If you yearn for this land, then seize the pace of time, go to Yunnan to experience a wonderful journey. Let the 'place of longing' become the 'place that has been passed', and leave valuable experiences for yourself.
Hannah Ramirez
I've been to Lugu Lake 11 times! Please keep this treasure guide!
Coming to Lijiang, of course, don't miss Lugu Lake! A fairyland Daughter Country!
This is the highest lake in Yunnan, and one of the deepest freshwater lakes in China.
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Lugu Lake is called "Goddess Gemu" by the locals,
Her untouched natural environment,
The landscape of mountains and rivers like a fairyland,
The primitive and mysterious folk culture all highlight the purity of this land.
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"Lugu Lake Scenic Spots":
✅Daluo Water Village:
The earliest developed village on the side of Lugu Lake, a relatively prosperous village, and also an area where many people choose to stay.
This is an early developed village with complete facilities, convenient transportation, offering a variety of Mosuo cultural experiences, and very lively at night.
✅Lugu Lake Viewing Platform:
Located at the entrance of Lugu Lake Scenic Area, it is also a place where many people must check in, where you can overlook the entire Lugu Lake.
✅Lige Peninsula:
The small island surrounded by water on three sides is like a teardrop, where you can take pictures of the heart-shaped lake surface, also known as the lover's tears.
I think it's the most beautiful place in Lugu Lake.
✅Queen Island:
A very characteristic small island, which can be reached by local boats from Guandi Flower Sea Wharf or Wuzhiluo Wharf.
✅Grass Sea Walking Marriage Bridge
The only bridge on Lugu Lake, the most beautiful in autumn, and also the dating place for Mosuo boys and girls, a very romantic place.
✅Goddess Bay:
The best place to watch the sunset and sunset, facing the Goddess Gemu Mountain.
✅Lover's Beach:
There is a Lover's Beach in both Sichuan and Yunnan, which is a more popular place for internet celebrities to check in.
✅ Goddess Gemu Mountain:
You need to take a cable car to go up, more than 3000 meters above sea level, with a good view.
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"About Accommodation":
If you want to be more convenient, it is recommended to stay in Daluo Water Village, which is more prosperous and lively.
Lige Village, Nisai Village and many other villages are relatively quiet.
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"Bonfire Party":
The bonfire party held in Daluo Water Village is the most grand, and there will also be in Xiaoluo Water Village and Lige Village.
Personally, I would suggest going to the bonfire party in Daluo Water Village for the first time.
Tickets are required, 30/person.
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"About Boating":
The recommended ones are the docks where you can enjoy the water lilies, such as Puluo Dock, Guandi Flower Sea Dock, Wuzhiluo Dock, Love Dock, etc., starting at 50, and you can share a boat with more people.
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"Tour Sightseeing Time":
✅ Best travel time: September to May of the following year
✅ Water lily viewing time: July, August
✅Star viewing time: Winter, 3 to 4 in the morning
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Comprehensive comparison, which is more worth visiting, Lugu Lake or Erhai Lake?
Erhai Lake and Lugu Lake, as two lakes in the western Yunnan tourist route, many people who travel to Yunnan will be entangled, how to choose between Erhai Lake and Lugu Lake?
This article will make a comprehensive comparison of the two lakes, like and collect notes, to see which lake is more suitable for you.
🍀Lake color: Lugu Lake > Erhai Lake
Erhai Lake and Lugu Lake have many similarities, both lakes can be circled, and there are mountains by the lake. Erhai Lake is nestled at the foot of Cangshan Mountain, while the Gemu Goddess Mountain by Lugu Lake is also quite distinctive.
The difference is that Erhai Lake is larger. Erhai Lake is the second largest lake in Yunnan after Dianchi Lake, while Lugu Lake is shared by Sichuan and Yunnan, ranking fifth in Yunnan.
Just looking at the lake itself, the scenery of Lugu Lake is far better than that of Erhai Lake. The water quality of Lugu Lake remains in the first class all year round, the lake is clear, and it will show different colors at different angles, which is incomparable to Erhai Lake.
So, if you want to see water, Lugu Lake is undoubtedly the first choice, provided it must be sunny.
🚌Transportation: Erhai Lake > Lugu Lake
Erhai Lake is not far from Dali Ancient City, and it is on the must-pass route from Kunming to Lijiang, the transportation is very convenient, which is incomparable to Lugu Lake.
In comparison, Lugu Lake is not on the main line of Yunnan tourism, most people choose to drive from Lijiang (about 4 hours, many mountain roads), precisely because of this factor, many people give up Lugu Lake, let Lugu Lake be unknown.
In terms of tourism facilities, Erhai Lake and Dali Ancient City, Chongsheng Temple Three Pagodas, etc. constitute the basic plate of Dali travel, whether it is the richness of scenic spots or various entertainment facilities, Erhai Lake is much more complete. And Lugu Lake is relatively less diverse in scenery, mainly natural scenery.
💰Tourism cost: Lugu Lake > Erhai Lake
Excluding the consumption factors of eating and living, the cost of going to Lugu Lake is higher than that of Erhai Lake. Mainly reflected in two aspects:
First, time cost. As mentioned earlier, Lugu Lake is far away and is on the tourist branch line, so it usually takes 2-3 days to go to Lugu Lake.
Second, ticket cost. Erhai Lake is free, Lugu Lake ticket is 70 yuan/person.
✨Comprehensive comparison: the duel of humanities and nature
Overall, Lugu Lake and Erhai Lake have their own characteristics. Erhai Lake has a deeper historical accumulation, the story of wind, flower, snow and moon is long, and it is more literary and artistic to take pictures.
And Lugu Lake is natural and primitive, the color of the lake and the colorful pig trough boat are memorable. If there is enough time, it is recommended to go to both Erhai Lake and Lugu Lake.
If you have to choose one, it depends on whether you like nature or humanities more, I personally recommend Lugu Lake more.
BENNETT MCKINNEY
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Lugu Lake Xujiushanhaishi Hotel Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
The beauty of Lugu Lake|Everything is real
|Everything is real.🚗
Setting off from Lijiang to Lugu Lake, a 4-hour drive, all the scenery along the way is so beautiful that it seems unreal, yet when you can actually touch it, it becomes real. The mountains, rivers, lakes, and seas are all gifts from nature⛰️
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For our stay, we chose the 'Old Stories•Mountain and Sea Affairs' guesthouse, located halfway up the hill, facing the Goddess Mountain of Lugu Lake⛰️Each room has an excellent view, far from the hustle and bustle of the city, with every sight a feast for the eyes. The rammed earth wall technique of the guesthouse and the detailed decorations in the rooms all add points to this trip.
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We got up early to experience the local specialty of 'waterborne poplar flowers', sitting on a raft to appreciate the spectacle of 'the rosy clouds and solitary ducks flying together, the autumn waters merging with the sky into one color', and couldn't help but marvel at it. The raft slowly travels on the lake surface, hands touching the crystal-clear water, and under the rendering of camera art, it's like entering another animated world.
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Lugu Lake is inhabited by the local Mosuo people, who have lived for generations in this corner bestowed by nature. Since there are no other means of transportation, it is necessary to contact local drivers in advance to travel around the lake. At every scenic spot, you can stop to admire, take a deep breath, and inhale the oxygen from nature, using your eyes more to feel this magical world
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DANIEL BOONE
Lugu Lake Reminiscence·Mountain and Sea Affairs|Lugu Lake's Private Collection of Massive Film Treasure Homestay
At long last, I have checked in at the "Narrative of Mountains and Seas" hotel, a distinguished establishment that has earned a place on the 2023 Black Truffle Award's China Vacation List and the Bund Design Hotel Award. Despite visiting Lugu Lake during the rainy season, the vibrant hydrangeas of the hotel bloom beautifully after the rain, offering a stunning view of the verdant mountains and fields of Lugu Lake.
Strolling along the lakeside after the rain, I was captivated by the pristine natural landscape. It was as if I was immersed in a magnificent painting of nature, utterly entrancing. Lugu Lake is indeed a place that sets one's heart and mind aflutter. "The scenery changes with the seasons, but the joy it brings is endless."
The "Narrative of Mountains and Seas" hotel at Lugu Lake is a designer hotel where naturalistic architecture harmoniously blends with nature itself. 👀😍 The hotel enjoys a privileged geographical location, facing the Goddess Mountain, offering an unparalleled viewing spot. ⛰️👀 Each room has its unique style, complete with a real fireplace, exuding a strong sense of design. 🏠🏡 The service is top-notch, offering one-on-one butler service and exclusive travel routes. 👌💁♂️ The hotel provides exquisite afternoon tea, bedtime desserts, and a rich variety of breakfasts. 🍮🥣 The front and back yards of the hotel offer a luxurious yet rustic setting, perfect for relaxation and romance. ☕️🍵 Free shuttle service is available within five kilometers, making travel convenient. 🚕🚗 The hotel also features private soaking tubs, Dyson hair dryers, and Parma bath products. 🛀🌸
Staying at the "Narrative of Mountains and Seas" hotel at Lugu Lake, I was enchanted by the beautiful scenery and comfortable accommodation. ☕️ I highly recommend the "Mountain and Sea, Moonlight Toast, Leisure Painting, Lake View Balcony, King Bed Room." 🛌 The room is cozy and comfortable, furnished with handmade wooden furniture. The decor is simple and elegant, and the room is clean and tidy. The bedding is soft and comfortable, ensuring a sweet sleep at night.
The hotel's leisure painting window offers a beautiful view of Lugu Lake, facing the stunning Goddess Mountain, which is truly captivating. ⛰️ Enjoying a flower bath by the window, accompanied by soothing music, is a serene and comfortable experience. 🎵 Gazing at the lake in the gentle breeze offers a tranquil and satisfying moment. 👀 At night, chatting with friends by the fireplace, reminiscing about the past and discussing life, is incredibly enjoyable and could be one of the most unforgettable nights of your life. 🌃
joeleneschoice
Sitting by the fire and listening to the crackling sounds, zoning out is the most relaxing moment in this winter
⭐️ Escaping the city to a distant place to be alone with oneself. "This time, I also chose to go to Lugu Lake during the off-season, without rushing or chasing tourist spots. Simply feeling the winter of Lugu Lake. The off-season Lugu Lake is less crowded and more serene and peaceful, staying at the Xujiumountainsea.
⭐️ In the morning, you can see the misty lake from the room window, with the warm morning light shining on the distant Gemu Goddess Mountain. The azure lake water is like a painting, and as the sky gets darker, a fireplace is lit in the room. Sitting by the side and listening to the crackling sounds, zoning out is the most relaxing moment in this winter.
⭐️ The lake is shimmering with light, and the pig trough boats shuttle back and forth. The clouds and mist over the mountains and lake are like a fairyland. I really don't know how to describe her beauty, promise me you must visit in person to truly experience it.
⭐️ Staying at ~Lugu Lake Xujiumountainsea, small and beautiful, every window is like a frame from a movie. Xujiumountainsea is located on the southern shore of Lugu Lake, alone in the Wolong Valley, by the mountains and water, overlooking the Gemu Goddess Mountain, village by the water, islands in the heart of the lake, and the Fan Yin temples.
🏨 Hotel: Lugu Lake Xujiumountainsea Hotel
📍 Address: Lüjiawan, Luoshui Village Committee, Yongning Town, Ninglang Yi Autonomous County, Lijiang City
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The misty clouds weave around the mountain lake, creating a scene akin to a fairyland | Lugu Lake Memory·Shanhai Shi Hotel
⭐️ 'Memory·Shanhai Shi' Hotel embodies the 'ordinary' and 'everyday', yet it is this 'ordinary' and 'everyday' that stirs our purest emotions. The designer guides us into a real-life setting in an almost bland and tasteless manner, introducing a simple and restrained unexpected encounter into our lives: after parking, guests walk along a sloped path to enter the hotel's outdoor space surrounded by woods. Here, the 'Mosuo-style' log cabins form a 'forest inn' hotel, facing Lugu Lake and backed by pine forests, with the distant Gemu Goddess Mountain faintly visible, exuding an ethereal charm that combines people, nature, and imagination.
⭐️ At 'Memory·Shanhai Shi', the designer harbors a wish: to forsake the superficial satisfaction of pure 'tourism' and focus on 'settling down', allowing the heart to calm and the body to 'dwell' and 'nest' in the 'everyday', to appreciate the plain 'poetry' within the familiar 'everyday', and to let everything extend and spread within a 'hermit-like' mood. The bookshelves made of old wood with childhood patina memories and the warm books, the slightly sunken and enveloping sofas, the messy and soft beds provide a casual and secure feeling. The pine wood crackles in the fireplace, fending off the chill and desolation by the lake.
🏨 Hotel: Lugu Lake Memory·Shanhai Shi Hotel
📍 Address: Lvjiawan, Luoshui Village Committee, Yongning Town, Ninglang Yi Autonomous County, Lijiang City
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Qianshanji Hotel Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Lugu Lake·Qianshanji, with a view of the lake and mountains, offers a stunning landscape
Driving from Chengdu to Lugu Lake, heading to Qianshanji, located on the gentle slope on the southern shore of Lugu Lake, is situated halfway up the hill, where the land is open and serene. Surrounded by forests and open grasslands, in front of you is the clear lake, and in the distance are the secluded sacred mountains.
The hotel architecture retains the solid wood exterior of the Mosuo people's traditional wooden houses, combining the style of traditional buildings with the comfort of modern use. The interior space of the hotel is designed in a wabi-sabi style.
There is a large lawn outside, which is very suitable for parent-child activities as well as activities with pets.
🍲 Restaurant: The hotel has its own restaurant, which only serves hotel guests.
🐶 Pets: This is a pet-friendly hotel, where children quickly become friends with cats and dogs.
🚙 Charging: There is a NIO destination charging pile here, which can be used by electric vehicles other than NIO.
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Arriving at the long-missed tranquility and relaxation | Lugu Lake · Qianshanji Hotel
⭐️I want to take my baby to see the great rivers and mountains of the motherland, and Lugu Lake is the first choice for lake viewing, because I don't want to rush, so I chose to stay and play slowly, and the accommodation choice is Qianshanji Hotel.
⭐️Qianshanji is located on a small hillside next to Luoshui Village, with a relatively high position and a good view that overlooks Lugu Lake and the distant Gemu Goddess Mountain. The hotel exterior maintains the traditional wooden structure of the Mosuo people's houses, and the interior style is the wabi-sabi style that I really like, with a great sense of space. The room types we booked are the Terrace Longting Lake View King Room and the Leisure Lake View King Room, both with good views.
⭐️There is a super large lawn at the hotel entrance where you can play happily with 'Shuangxi', or sit in front of the large floor-to-ceiling windows watching the sunset glow on the lake and leisurely enjoy afternoon tea with the family, achieving the long-missed tranquility and relaxation.
⭐️Travel suggestions:
The mountain roads are rugged, be prepared with motion sickness patches or medicine. The ultraviolet rays are strong, remember to bring sun protection, and the temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so be sure to prepare clothes.
You can charter a car to go around the lake, and it's also comfortable to spend the rest of the time at the hotel, which is also suitable for playing around.
On a clear night, you can see the stars fill the sky.
It's a good idea to bring some common medicines, eat more fruits, and be careful of children's upset stomachs due to acclimatization.
🏨Hotel: Lugu Lake · Qianshanji Hotel
📍Address: Niukaidi, Sanjia Village, Ninglang Yi Autonomous County, Lijiang City
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Luhun Lake·Qianshanji Hotel, iced milk tea without ice please
Luhun Lake·Qianshanji Hotel, iced milk tea without ice please.
Seeking through thousands of mountains and rivers, you arrive at the dreamy heart of the lake | Luhun Lake Qianshanji
Setting off from Lijiang by car, following the Jinsha River, crossing layers of mountains
After a four-hour drive, you reach Qianshanji.Luhun Lake Hotel.
Qianshanji is located on the gentle slope of the south bank of Luhun Lake, halfway up the mountain with an excellent geographical location, open and quiet. There are forests and open grasslands around, a clear lake in front, and the secluded Gemu Goddess Mountain in the distance.
The hotel also has a lakeside lawn where you can enjoy the scenery and afternoon tea. When the weather is good, you can also camp, picnic, play football, or take a light hike in the surrounding forest, and you can run and play on the lawn with the little border collie butler Shu Yishuangxi.
Qianshanji has a total of 25 guest rooms, each facing Luhun Lake, with large all-wood windows set against the independent environment of the mountains and sea. Like a picture frame, it frames a landscape painting, and it's like the magical portraits of Hogwarts, with scenery that is flowing and changing.
Intelligent toilet, splash-proof inclined washbasin, whole-house floor heating, bathtub, Marshall speakers, Setalin record player, etc. Equipped with Acqua di Parma's Blue Mediterranean Orange toiletries, a snack basket and a small refrigerator packed full. The hotel includes:
√2 exquisite double afternoon teas in the morning + goodnight dessert
+ Yunnan specialty souvenirs
Within a 5km road range, low-carbon eco-friendly electric car shuttle service B&B Luhun Lake Qianshanji
JAYCE RODRIQUEZ
Falling in love with Lugu Lake only takes one window!
Lugu Lake, a hidden beauty of the world
Due to time constraints, I only stayed one night at Lugu Lake. After arriving, I realized that the time arranged for Lugu Lake was too short. I really love this serene place and have made up my mind to return in the future. For accommodation, I chose the long-awaited Qianshanji, whose hotel scenery is stunningly beautiful. I didn't even want to leave the hotel, and the service was exceptionally good, with the hotel offering shuttle services within 5 kilometers. The hotel's best customer service is 'Shuangxi,' a greedy Border Collie that is very obedient when there's food around.
Additionally, the stone pot fish and firewood chicken recommended by the hotel were also delicious. This brief trip to Lugu Lake can only be described as perfect.
CLAY WEBER
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Lugu Lake Qiushan Hotel Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Autumn mountain full moon, this place is where my heart is
Encountering the 'autumn mountain' in the winter between the mountains and rivers, and seeing the beauty of the moonlit night of Lugu Lake at the time of the full moon, standing by the blue lake and taking a photo with the Gem Goddess Mountain. Autumn mountain full moon, this place is where my heart is. And the 'autumn mountain' has included this scene in every guest room. The moment of check-in is full of surprises. As long as you look out through the balcony and windows of the room, you can see the lake and mountains. It's like a gust of free wind. We also ride the wind and feel the poetic beauty of Lugu Lake's mountains and waters. About Autumn Mountain, a one-minute walk out of the door is the unrestrained pier where you can see the fairyland of morning mist. The design of the lonely wind, the color matching of the entire environment is a simple and clean theme, the aesthetics of the person in charge is good, the furniture and supplies are retro but not vulgar, so I love every corner here. The public area of the hotel is like a coffee shop by the lake, roasting fire in front of the fireplace, drinking coffee and enjoying the lake view, it's as comfortable as in a movie clip. Although there are only six rooms in the hotel, each room faces Lugu Lake. The design of the room is full of life aesthetics, and it looks like a picture book when you take a casual shot. Lugu Lake Autumn Mountain Hotel
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Nestled at the foot of the divine mountain and by the lake, Qiushan Hotel of Lugu Lake
Qiushan Resort Hotel is located within the Lugu Lake scenic area, right above the lakeside highway near Langfang Pier, boasting a superior lakeside position with a view of the beautiful Lugu Lake and the opposite Gemu Goddess Mountain. Lugu Lake is adorned with lotus flowers that twinkle like stars in the summer, while in winter, it welcomes red-billed gulls that migrate from Siberia, creating a unique romantic charm of Lugu Lake.
Design
Qiushan, with its unique retro style design, provides a leisurely and comfortable resting place for travelers. Here, one can sit quietly and watch the ripples on the lake, immerse oneself in a good book, enjoy the tranquil scenery, and relax to the fullest.
Rooms
Each room at Qiushan is uniquely designed with a retro style. The space is designed to be simple, mainly using natural materials such as solid wood, brass, and leather, eschewing unnecessary decorations, allowing each piece of furniture to return to its essential beauty and functionality, giving people a sense of pure retro, and satisfying the longing for a beautiful life.
Amenities
To ensure guest comfort, each room is equipped with German Braun bathroom facilities, Dyson hairdryers; in addition, the room also has a bathtub, Marshall speakers, humidifiers, irons, and other facilities; the bath products are from the Italian brand ACCA KAPPA.
Surroundings
Yunnan Lover's Beach, don't miss the chance to see the Siberian red-billed seagulls and feel the clear and transparent lake water. Rige Peninsula, from the viewing platform here, you can take pictures as spectacular as those in Australia, definitely wallpaper-level beautiful scenery!
balanced.leona
I stayed at Lugu Lake for over a week and found these must-stay hotels
Everyone says that Lugu Lake in Yunnan is beautiful, but I didn't expect it to be so stunning.
Lugu Lake is a highland lake shared by Yunnan and Sichuan. Although Sichuan also has a large area, most people still focus on the Yunnan side when traveling to Lugu Lake.
There are many hotels of various sizes around Lugu Lake, including upscale B&Bs and budget hostels. However, if you have a sufficient budget when visiting Lugu Lake, I would still recommend choosing some of the nicer B&Bs.
I stayed at Lugu Lake for a week and stayed in four different B&Bs, each with its own characteristics. I'm sharing them here for those who might need a reference.
1⃣️ An & Resort Hotel (Pictures 1, 2)
Located in Daluoshui Village, this is a frontline lakeside hotel, right at the doorstep of Lugu Lake. The room's balcony is not only unobstructed for viewing the scenery but also allows you to feed seagulls from the balcony.
Feature: Frontline lake view, you can watch the sunrise from the balcony, and each room has a mini washing machine which is very convenient.
2⃣️ Xujiu·Shanhai Shi (Pictures 3, 4)
I absolutely love the huge window in the room, offering an unobstructed view of the entire Gemu Goddess Mountain. The floor-to-ceiling windows in the lobby restaurant on the first floor are also a superb spot for taking pictures; every shot is like a masterpiece. The hotel's own restaurant tastes great and is worth a try.
3⃣️ Qie Man·Ruying Song Half-Mountain Hotel (Pictures 5, 6)
A hotel where Hu Ge has stayed, located at the top of the hill. It's tiring to walk up, but the hotel has a car that can shuttle from the parking lot below to the hotel. The scenery is absolutely amazing. The piano in the hotel lobby is very photogenic, especially during sunset. Behind the hotel, there is a bird's nest-style viewing platform in the pine forest.
4⃣️ Lugu Lake Qiushan (Pictures 7, 8)
The rooms are super big. Although it's not a lakeside hotel, the view in front is completely unobstructed, and the scenery is very good. Moreover, it's a short walk to the Langfang Pier. The Qiushan Lake View Cafe on the first floor of the hotel is very well decorated, with great taste and aesthetics.
There are many other excellent hotels and B&Bs around Lugu Lake. The above B&Bs are based on my own experience, and prices range from 1000+ to 3000, so you can choose according to your budget and preferences.
Stella.Simmons@47
A solitary canoe, the scenery of a quiet valley, the slanting sun over the shallow grass, and the sky filled with the glow of the setting sun
⭐️ The unbeatable view from the window is like a painting, with mountains, lakes, forests, and the evening glow blending with the water, poetry, and music at the autumn mountains of Lugu Lake. Amidst the lush greenery of summer, we open ourselves up and embrace all living beings. The misty morning fog disperses to reveal the sapphire-like waters of the lake. The sunlight sprinkles on the beautiful Gemu Goddess Mountain, and the pig trough boats slowly pass by. The scenery of a fairyland is just a window push away in the autumn mountains.
⭐️ The starting area of 65 square meters offers a comfortable living experience with a highly transparent layout, facing the mountains and waters directly. The blue lake outside the window brings a dreamy romantic feeling. The curtains flutter, and the water surface shimmers with sparkling waves. The distant mountains are vast and indigo. Every moment in the room gives rise to the sentiment that life is unexpectedly beautiful.
⭐️ The breeze comes from afar, passing through the valleys and skimming over the lake. The mountains and waters seem to stretch endlessly, giving a sense of infinite breadth. A solitary canoe, the scenery of a quiet valley, the slanting sun over the shallow grass, and the sky filled with the glow of the setting sun. Lugu Lake is such a romantic and leisurely place.
It's just perfect for fulfilling all your beautiful fantasies about the distance.
🏨 Hotel: Lugu Lake Qiushan Hotel
📍 Address: No. 34, Langfang Village, Luoshui Village Committee, Yongning Township, Lijiang, Yunnan
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Lugu Lake Cheman Ruyingsong Mid-Levels Hotel Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
For this tranquil and primitive blue, I specifically flew to Lugu Lake
Less than a year's time, I visited Lugu Lake for the second time, simply because I love this bay of blue fantasy that is hard to describe in words. Pure, tranquil and primitive, everywhere I step is a fairyland. From the moment I arrived, no matter how tired, I feel refreshed, no matter how irritable, my mood instantly improves. - If it weren't for the limited time, I really want to sleep in Lugu Lake for a week, enjoying the brief and complete relaxation. The location of Qeman is excellent, on the hillside, facing Lugu Lake and Gemu Goddess Mountain, with no obstructions in the view, especially in the room, the aesthetic of tranquility and beauty plus the lake view, it feels like sleeping in a painting. Friends who like to take photos can bring a few sets of beautiful clothes, a casual shot with the phone is a magazine cover, the view of the three-story hall is also superb, afternoon tea plus lake view is simply amazing, there is also a bird's nest built in the forest, it's super comfortable to lie in on a sunny day. - It only takes a few minutes to walk from Qeman to Pulo Village Pier. When you come to Lugu Lake, you must take a pig trough boat to tour the lake. Seagulls follow you all over the sky, especially in the early morning, the morning fog plus sunrise here is absolutely beautiful. It's a pity that there was no morning fog on the day I was there, just leave the regret for the next time.
ASHTON SIMS
Lugu Lake
Lugu Lake | "Take it easy and heed the advice, keep singing and walking, never stop.
What is the true meaning of travel? I believe the answer varies with each journey. It's about learning to embrace oneself under the wondrous power of nature, discovering the secrets hidden in different customs and ways of life, or finding and recognizing another self in an object or a space...
A long trip can offer us so much: diverse landscapes, cultures; interesting people we meet along the way, who teach us to view the world from different perspectives.
This trip to Lugu Lake is just like that...
Take it easy, take it slow. I think what the shopkeepers really want to tell us is that life is a journey that can't be paused, but we can tread to the tune of songs, admiring the scenery of the journey and savoring the scenery of life, moving forward slowly.
Lugu Lake Slow Life·In the Shadow of Pines
Located in Puluo Village within the Lugu Lake scenic area, you need to buy a ticket to enter.
The drive from Lijiang takes about 3.5 hours, and you can buy bus tickets online.
The hotel prices are around 1.5k, and I heard from the shopkeeper that it's about 2.5k during the peak season.
There's a parking lot for those who drive themselves, and for those who don't, the shopkeepers will arrange transportation, so there's no need to worry too much about whether to drive or not.
Each room faces Lugu Lake directly, and because the hotel is on a mountain, the lake view is wider and more expansive than what you'd see from the lakeside, which I personally find more beautiful.
The rooms have underfloor heating, so you can wear beautiful dresses for photos without feeling cold.
The space is wonderfully designed, with many corners that are great for taking pictures.
The staff are very friendly and attentive, providing guests with enough 'personal space.'
If time allows, it's worth staying for several nights.
WanderlustVoyager24
I stayed at Lugu Lake for over a week and found these must-stay hotels
Everyone says that Lugu Lake in Yunnan is beautiful, but I didn't expect it to be so stunning.
Lugu Lake is a highland lake shared by Yunnan and Sichuan. Although Sichuan also has a large area, most people still focus on the Yunnan side when traveling to Lugu Lake.
There are many hotels of various sizes around Lugu Lake, including upscale B&Bs and budget hostels. However, if you have a sufficient budget when visiting Lugu Lake, I would still recommend choosing some of the nicer B&Bs.
I stayed at Lugu Lake for a week and stayed in four different B&Bs, each with its own characteristics. I'm sharing them here for those who might need a reference.
1⃣️ An & Resort Hotel (Pictures 1, 2)
Located in Daluoshui Village, this is a frontline lakeside hotel, right at the doorstep of Lugu Lake. The room's balcony is not only unobstructed for viewing the scenery but also allows you to feed seagulls from the balcony.
Feature: Frontline lake view, you can watch the sunrise from the balcony, and each room has a mini washing machine which is very convenient.
2⃣️ Xujiu·Shanhai Shi (Pictures 3, 4)
I absolutely love the huge window in the room, offering an unobstructed view of the entire Gemu Goddess Mountain. The floor-to-ceiling windows in the lobby restaurant on the first floor are also a superb spot for taking pictures; every shot is like a masterpiece. The hotel's own restaurant tastes great and is worth a try.
3⃣️ Qie Man·Ruying Song Half-Mountain Hotel (Pictures 5, 6)
A hotel where Hu Ge has stayed, located at the top of the hill. It's tiring to walk up, but the hotel has a car that can shuttle from the parking lot below to the hotel. The scenery is absolutely amazing. The piano in the hotel lobby is very photogenic, especially during sunset. Behind the hotel, there is a bird's nest-style viewing platform in the pine forest.
4⃣️ Lugu Lake Qiushan (Pictures 7, 8)
The rooms are super big. Although it's not a lakeside hotel, the view in front is completely unobstructed, and the scenery is very good. Moreover, it's a short walk to the Langfang Pier. The Qiushan Lake View Cafe on the first floor of the hotel is very well decorated, with great taste and aesthetics.
There are many other excellent hotels and B&Bs around Lugu Lake. The above B&Bs are based on my own experience, and prices range from 1000+ to 3000, so you can choose according to your budget and preferences.
Stella.Simmons@47
Lugu Lake star hotel! The scenery is really amazing~
Coming to Lugu Lake in winter to enjoy the scenery, staying in this hotel is enough.
📍Qemanru Shadow Pine Hillside Hotel
Located near the Lugu Lake dock
Whether it's going out to feed seagulls by boat, enjoy the morning mist
Or overlooking the scenery of Lugu Lake in the hotel is very convenient~
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The hotel's 3rd floor has a whole wall of lake view floor-to-ceiling windows
Here you can enjoy the beautiful lake view while drinking afternoon tea and heating
In the evening, you can see the sun shining on the lake, golden
At night, the lights create a completely different elegant atmosphere
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In the 3rd floor restaurant, I also saw that the star Hu Ge had been to this hotel
A hotel that can be chosen by stars, choosing it will never be wrong~