Banyan Tree Ringha — Hotel in Jiantang

Paradise in the Middle Kingdom!

In case you are looking to find the fictional paradise on earth - that is Shangri-la - look no further than this sanctuary on top of the mountain! An absolute heaven in all ways - right from the secluded quiet location to the supreme hospitality. Have never stayed at a place that was this quiet - where all you here after the sun goes down is the sound of the sweet stream of water flowing below the mountain! Romantic Stay redefined. And the fact that the villas and room are made out of really old traditional architectural pieces and timer makes you almost travel back in time!

LOCATION: Located a bit far from the main DiQing town(Shangri-la), the setting cannot be any more perfect for a romantic retreat with your loved one

DINE + DRINK: Wonderful Restaurant and Bar located in an old building with fantastic views of the valley and the riiver below

ROOM: We stayed in VILLA 208, so this review is based on that; VIEW: Spectacular view of the valley the river and yaks roaming with a backdrop of the mystical mountains from a lovely huge balcony and sitting area attached to the first floor of the villa! ; SIZE: Since this villa tries to reproduce a traditional Tibetan HOME, the space is huge with 2 floors! The top level is a massive suite by itself , and comes fully loaded with all creature comforts, including a lovely sound system, sitting area for lounging/drinking,and multiple lounging areas. The basement floor is a completely different story altogether! A huge traditional bathing area, massive dressing room etc make up this extraordinary space that you cannot find in a typical villa /hotel suite!!!; AIR-CON: Perfectly functioning cooler that helped in setting the perfect room temperature. They even have a uber romantic fire place!; BED: Comfortable bed that played the expected part to put me to sleep; BATHROOM: lovely Stand in shower as well as a traditional chinese wooden bathtub to add a touch of heritage!; TOILETRIES: Excellent SPA quality cosmetics that will leave you refreshed as well as smelling super good!!

FACILITIES: No Gym or Pool on site as they are worried about guests getting affected by altitude sickness combined with workouts. So pure Chinese Chill!

SERVICE: Friendly staff that took care of all my needs with a smile and made us feel pampered and well taken care of. Special Shout out to AMA at the front desk who ensured we had a great Anniversary experience with a killer Villa and DOLMA at the restaurant who treated us to high end hospitality!

HOW WIRED YOU WILL BE: Free high speed Wi-Fi that works well all over the property. Big Plasma TV screen dishing out dozens of channels spanning sports, news, music, movies and a wide variety of entertainment in...

What can I say? It's Banyan Tree! The name alone guarantees the quality of the accommodations and everything else.Before I got there, the manager, Grace, told me that there's no pool or gym, so I was a bit disappointed. However, as soon as I got out of the taxi, everything turned out super satisfactory.When I arrived, I was greeted with a smile and a white sash for good luck, which made me feel so special. Then the staff offered me hot ginger tea (* trust me! this will instantly boost your immune system and keep you warm and hydrated, which is essential in Shangri-la) and cookies. I found the bed to be a little low, but the mattress, pillows and blankets were super comfy and fluffy. I loved them. The bathtub on the lower floor amazed me and made me immediately imagine myself lying there in the Qing Dynasty. Haha. I didn't want to waste water, so I didn't use it though.It was my birthday trip, so the staff offered me special services such as decorating the bed with a Happy Birthday message and a fruit cake.I went to the spa and had dinner at the hotel. Again, wonderful staff and services.Finally, communicating with the staff via Wechat was easy and fast.Thank you Banyan Tree for making my days so memorable. Whenever I have a good experience, I always think of my family. While staying at your resort, I...

My stay at Banyan Tree Ringha was truly unforgettable. The resort is located in the beautiful Shangri-La highlands, that blends traditional Tibetan charm with Banyan Tree’s luxury. The spacious traditional Tibetan farmhouse were warm, rustic and filled with character — complete with handcrafted furnishings and majestic mountain views.

F&B service was impeccable throughout. The staff were very friendly and attentive (Donma, the little girl and the local girl (sorry I can’t remember their names!)), always ready with a warm smile and eager to share local tips with me. The local quilted robe was a godsend in the cool evening.

Breakfast was hearty with a mix of Tibetan and international selection. You must try the butter tea for a taste of the region. Drink it original, with salt or sugar. Don’t be shy to ask for top up!

Banyan Tree Ringha is not just a resort stay, it’s a cultural immersion in a breathtaking authentic setting.

I highly recommended for those looking for tranquility, romance, and a touch of adventure in the mountains of Yunnan...