Hotel Hot Springs di Dali

We had a lovely stay at little dolphin hotel. Mr Zhao was lovely and very friendly and helpful and there are great views from the roof. We had a room with a private hot tub on a terrace which was heaven to relax in at 40 degrees. Mr Zhao helped us plan where to visit and made a lovely noodle breakfast along with homemade pickles that were delicious. The bed was very comfortable. He is like a kind father, telling us to stay safe and showing us around. Only consideration is it's quite a long taxi ride from little dolphin to Dali ancient town on the other side of erhai lake but Didi is easy to use and inexpensive by British standards (about £8 for an hour's ride) ☺️

Mutian Time Designer Guesthouse, Dali | A poetic stay in a century-old Bai courtyard We’ve just returned from Dali, and the place we keep thinking about most is this hidden gem at the foot of Cangshan Mountain — Mutian Time Designer Guesthouse. Oriental aesthetics in every corner The guesthouse is converted from a century-old traditional Bai courtyard house. With its grey-tiled roofs, white walls, and beautifully carved wooden structures, the space carries a quiet sense of history and elegance. The courtyard features water elements, stone paths, and blue and yellow lanterns that create beautiful layers of light and shadow during the day. At night, the soft lighting outlines the architecture and gives the entire space a warm, cinematic atmosphere. The common areas are equally charming, with a stone-built fireplace, vintage furniture, and art pieces thoughtfully placed throughout. The design blends traditional Eastern aesthetics with modern touches, creating a space that feels both timeless and refined. Comfort with thoughtful details Our room was spacious, bright, and very comfortable. A stone feature wall behind the bed, paired with soft bedding and warm lighting, created a subtle sense of “wild luxury” while still feeling cosy and relaxed. Opening the window reveals the courtyard view — waking up to birdsong in the morning and watching the lanterns glow in the evening adds a special charm to the stay. Warm and attentive service From booking to check-out, the hosts were welcoming and attentive. Upon arrival, they introduced the history of the house and highlighted the design features of the property, and were happy to recommend nearby restaurants and local spots to explore. The afternoon tea was beautifully presented, with fresh fruit and delicate snacks — perfect for enjoying a slow afternoon in the courtyard. Breakfast included some local Bai-style flavours, simple yet delicious, and a lovely way to start the day. A peaceful location near the old town The guesthouse is tucked away in Zhongyin Village at the foot of Cangshan Mountain, about a 15-minute drive from Dali Ancient Town. It offers a quiet retreat away from the crowds while still being conveniently close to the main attractions. Surrounded by village life and forested hills, the air feels fresh and full of the scent of nature. More than just a place to stay, Mutian Time feels like a living piece of art. It brought a sense of calm and poetry to our trip to Dali. If you’re looking to experience the slower, more peaceful side of Dali, this is definitely a place worth staying. 大理木田时间野奢设计师民宿｜住进百年白族宅院的诗意时光 刚从大理回来，最念念不忘的就是这家藏在苍山脚下的宝藏民宿——木田时间野奢设计师民宿。 一步一景的东方美学 民宿由百年白族宅院改建而成，青瓦白墙、木构雕花，处处透着古朴雅致。庭院里的水景、石径、蓝黄灯笼，白天光影错落，夜晚灯光勾勒轮廓，随手一拍都是国风大片。公区的石砌壁炉、复古家具和艺术挂画，把东方美学和现代设计融合得恰到好处，既有岁月沉淀感，又不失精致格调。 细节拉满的舒适体验 我们住的房间宽敞通透，石砌背景墙搭配柔软床品，既有野奢感又足够温馨。推窗就是庭院景致，清晨在鸟鸣中醒来，傍晚看灯笼亮起，氛围感直接拉满。 贴心周到的管家式体验 从预订到离店，全程都有管家贴心对接，入住时会详细介绍民宿历史和公区亮点，还会推荐周边小众玩法。下午茶精致又美味，水果新鲜、茶点细腻，在庭院里晒着太阳，慢悠悠享受大理的慢时光。早餐有地道白族风味，食材新鲜，味道惊艳，开启元气满满的一天。 闹中取静的绝佳选址 民宿隐于苍山脚下的中银村，距离古城仅15分钟车程，既避开了喧嚣，又能便捷抵达各处景点。周边是原生村落和森林，空气清新，每一口呼吸都是草木的清香。 这不仅是一家民宿，更是一件有温度的艺术品。它让我们在大理的旅程中，找到了一份远离尘嚣的宁静与诗意。如果你想体验真正的大理慢生活，木田时间绝对是不容错过的选择！

The highlight of this hotel is the breathtaking view from the room. The hotel ambience feels homey and comfortable. I rarely write reviews for my trips, but this hotel truly won my heart with its welcoming service and friendly receptionists. What surprised me the most was the hotel driver, Mr. Mars, who offered to take us to Dali Railway Station free of charge. As we needed to catch our train, he did his very best to get us there as quickly as possible. What an amazing and unforgettable service! Thank you, Mr. Mars..you truly made our day with your warm and thoughtful service.

I read a lot of reviews before coming here, and they all said that the boss is very kind. Indeed he is a very nice person, when we arrived here on the first day, it was a bit late and inconvenient to go out for dinner. The boss took the initiative to invite us to have dinner together, he prepared six or seven dishes, we really enjoyed the dinner together, It felt like home. We were very happy to stay here the room is very spacious and clean, due to the villa being located on a hillside, it is very windy at night. The location is quite a strategy, not too far from the train station and the airport. Before we left, the boss prepared us delicious rice noodles for breakfast and we finished the whole bowl. Thank you very much you gave us a bottle of pickled mustard as souvenirs back home, I really love it

Perfect two rooms right in the middle of the old town. Great location, amazing soaker tub, and well equipped bathroom. Very comfortable bed and lots of space everywhere. Quiet, great for sleep after long days exploring. Very nice terrace to chill at and catch some sun. And there's a cafe with the best Americano we had in Dali across the alley. Finally, very polite and courteous staff, especially Liu. Potential improvements: tv in the main room would be nice, and a bit more variety for breakfasts (same exact meal for 7 days was a bit boring). Hope to stay here again one day. Thanks!

Our stay at the hotel was a mix of positive experiences and significant disappointments. Let me start with the highlights, which were undoubtedly the service and the food. The staff were consistently friendly, attentive, and prompt to respond to any requests we made. Their welcoming attitude was commendable. We also enjoyed the meals at the hotel restaurant; the food was nice. However, we faced several critical issues with our room that severely impacted our comfort and rest. Firstly, the room description was misleading. It explicitly mentioned access to a private hot spring, which was a key factor in our booking decision. To our disappointment, there was no hot spring facility available. The most significant problem was the air conditioning. The hotel uses a centralized A/C system. On the night of our stay, as the room was warm, we needed cooling. However, we were informed that because most of the guest had switched to heating mode, the A/C could not be turned on for our room. To make matters worse, no fan was provided as an alternative. We returned to the hotel quite late, and only realized the A/C issue around 1:30 AM. With the room being uncomfortably warm and stuffy, our only recourse was to leave the room door open for quite some time to cool it down. This was a major downside as it disrupted our much-needed rest time, especially since we had to wake up at 8:00 the next morning. This situation was highly inconvenient and frankly, unacceptable. In summary, while the service team and dining experience are great, the inaccuracies in the room description and the critical lack of climate control in the room make it difficult to recommend without reservation. We hope the management addresses these issues.

Outstanding service and room quality! Really appreciative of Judy and the other customer service staff who went out of their way to make the stay truly phenomenal! Being up the mountainside, the view was amazing and the villa grounds were beautiful and well maintained. Any issues and queries we had were answered promptly and resolved fast. It’s a short car ride to the old town, and it’s easy to call a car at the villa. Would recommend this place for travellers who want a place to relax and enjoy their time in Dali! Thanks Judy!! (:

酒店是一個小院，每個房間有兩層，樓下是泡池，泡池對面是整面投影，樓上是客廳和露台，露台上能看到洱海，兼具私密性和觀賞性。酒店有一狗一貓，都很社牛，貓晚上來敲門和我們睡了一整晚！管家很熱心，來路口接送我們，早餐就在小院裏吃，很適合來躺兩天。看到小院還有露營燒烤的爐子，幾家人來的話可以包下來，在小院燒烤應該會很舒服。

Had a very pleasant and comfortable stay at this establishment in December. Was rather busy hence this late review. The room was extremely nice, the staff very accommodating. Only thing is its location - there were some road works... Hence, accessibility was limited. I should guess that all would be brilliant once the works are completed. I would definitely stay here again if I return to Lijiang.

Exceeds expectation. Staff was kind enough to upgrade our room so that we will not be staying near the large tour group which may be nosy. Our room was very spacious. Location was ok, walkable from high speed train station