Li River Resort

Amazing hotel, a short taxi ride from downtown, but far away enough where you can enjoy some peace and tranquility with mountain and Li river views. The owner, Alf (from Australia and lived in China for 20 years with his family), was there at checkout and throughout. Him and the staff made it feel like a bed and breakfast experience, but within a hotel. The rooms were very comfortable - and in fact, was one of the few hotels we stayed at where the temperature control actually worked (we used the AC). Since this was the end of our 10 day trip in China, we wanted to take it easy. We had lunch and dinner at the hotel - and the staff made amazing Chinese dishes - local flavored chicken, curry vegetables in clay pot, and so much more! On our final day there, I stood on the balcony of my room for 30 minutes just staring out into the mountains - felt so good for the soul ;-).