Lijiang, China

Amandayan

Set atop Lion Hill above the winding lanes and canals of Lijiang’s UNESCO-protected Old Town, Amandayan is a serene retreat from which to explore Yunnan’s natural and cultural heritage. Claiming panoramic views, the resort and its tranquil spa are housed in elegant wooden dwellings inspired by Nakhi architecture, with Jade Dragon Snow Mountain ever-present on the horizon. 

Snow-capped mountain rising above traditional wooden structures at Amandayan in spring.
Woman in traditional dress standing beneath wooden columns at Amandayan.
Covered passageway in Lijiang Old Town with traditional Chinese architecture and lantern, Amandayan.
Dining venue at Amandayan with wooden latticed doors and a round table set for service.
Master craftsperson demonstrates traditional Dongba handwriting technique at Amandayan, China.
Monk in red robes walking across wooden deck at Amandayan, with traditional architecture and snow-capped mountains beyond.
Sunrise light filters through trees beside a traditional pavilion at Amandayan, China resort.
Stone-paved street lined with traditional wooden buildings in Lijiang Old Town, Amandayan.
Black Dragon Pool reflects snow-capped mountains and traditional architecture at Amandayan, Lijiang.
Carved wooden doors with geometric lattice panels at Amandayan.
Outdoor swimming pool at Amandayan framed by traditional wooden architecture in China.
Spa treatment detail at Amandayan: guest relaxing in wooden soaking tub filled with water.
Spa treatment room at Amandayan with wooden lattice windows, soaking tub and calm interior.
Artisan demonstrates traditional Dongba paper-making technique at Amandayan, working with handmade paper frame outdoors.
Stone pathway with steps leading to a courtyard at Amandayan, China, framed by modern architectural walls.
Courtyard suite at Amandayan with carved wooden pavilion, geometric lattice doors, and traditional Chinese architecture.
Traditional tea service set on low wooden table at Amandayan, with vertical latticed screens casting striped shadows in background.
Wooden meditation pavilion at Amandayan with shoji screens, dark timber beams, and minimalist furnishings.
Principal bedroom at Amandayan with wooden architectural features and sheer window panels.
Principal bedroom at Amandayan with wooden ceiling beams, traditional furnishings, and large windows overlooking the landscape.
Wooden balcony at Amandayan with carved railings, comfortable seating, and mountain views through open doors.
Freestanding stone bathtub in Amandayan Suite bathroom with illuminated shelf and dark wood panelling.
Sunlit dining area at Amandayan with wooden screens casting geometric shadows across a table set for two.
Wooden desk with desk lamp, decorative objects and open book in a courtyard suite at Amandayan, China.
Wooden dining table beneath a brass pendant light at Amandayan, with exposed beam ceiling and upholstered chairs.
Traditional Chinese tea ceremony setup at Amandayan with ceramic teapot, cups, and brewing vessels on wooden table.
Circular dining table with chairs in a wood-panelled room at Amandayan, with latticed windows and hanging lantern.
Amandayan's roofline frames a distant mountain peak under soft morning light.
Woman in white dress seated before traditional wooden architecture at Amandayan, reflected in still water.
Woman running on treadmill in Amandayan's fitness centre with exposed wooden beams.
Amandayan lobby with soaring wooden columns and warm lighting illuminating display alcoves.
Amandayan's traditional architecture with snow-capped mountain backdrop and verdant gardens.
Breakfast table at Amandayan's China Pavilion with fresh flowers and morning light filtering through trees.
Courtyard at Amandayan with traditional Chinese architecture, curved rooflines, and stone pathways.
Nixi black pottery hot pot with steam rising, surrounded by small bowls and fresh ingredients at Amandayan.
Outdoor dining terrace at Amandayan with umbrellas and seating overlooking the landscape.
Traditional Chinese fan with painted orange flowers and green leaves, displayed at Amandayan.
Snow-capped mountain framed by traditional Chinese architecture and flowering trees at Amandayan.
Amandayan's courtyard with snow-capped mountains and traditional red-roofed buildings with ornamental details.
Snow-covered mountain peaks at Amandayan beneath a dramatic sky.
Dining table set for two at Amandayan with valley views illuminated at dusk.
Spring blossoms frame traditional architecture at Amandayan in China.
Outdoor swimming pool at Amandayan surrounded by lush greenery in China.
Aerial view of Amandayan hotel nestled in the Chinese hills overlooking a sprawling valley below.
Courtyard entrance with traditional Chinese architecture at Amandayan, featuring curved tile roof and wooden doorway.
Dining room at Amandayan with mountain views framed by an open window, teal table and chairs in foreground.
Golden sunrise light illuminates snow-capped mountain peaks above Amandayan's roofline, with mist rising through forested valleys below.
Amandayan courtyard at dusk, reflecting golden light on still water beneath a traditional tiled roof.
Principal bedroom at Amandayan with wooden architectural details and traditional furnishings.
Amandayan villa living area with wooden furnishings, shoji screens, and natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows.

Accommodation

Villas & Suites

Opening onto or overlooking peaceful courtyards, the light-filled Villas and Suites feature Nakhi embroidery and hand-carved screens.

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