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China Lijiang Trip: Tea Horse Road Trekking, Cloud Way

Recommended Stay: Zhongdu Guest House, Cloud Way

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My second attempt at the Tea Horse Road trek!

Last time I trekked, I couldn't stay long at Zhongdu Guest House,

and I regretted not being able to fully soak in the scenery.

So, on this trip to Lijiang, China,

I decided to spend a night around Zhongdu Guest House.

Since it's an accommodation right on the Tea Horse Road trek,

there weren't many options.

But this place was relatively new,

and the conditions looked good, so I chose it!

Honestly, the view alone made everything perfect.

I'm going to share my review of Cloud Way,

the Zhongdu Guest House accommodation I visited during my Lijiang trip to China.

Yulong Snow Mountain View Room, The Snow Mountain Room

I booked through Trip.com,

and the room I stayed in was a Snow Mountain View Room,

offering stunning views of Yulong Snow Mountain.

If you're really looking for value for money, there was a room for ~$30,

but I wanted to fall asleep gazing at Yulong Snow Mountain from a panoramic window,

so even though this room was a bit pricier, I chose it.

I was a bit tired from the Tea Horse Road trek,

but as soon as I entered the room, I thought, 'Wow, this is amazing!'

Yulong Snow Mountain was spread out majestically through the large panoramic window,

and it amazed me every time I looked.

A view you could gaze at forever...

If you're staying at the Cloud Way accommodation

during your Tea Horse Road trek,

I highly recommend spending a little extra

and choosing the Snow Mountain View Room.

Seriously, the view is worth every penny!

You absolutely have to snap some photos

with Yulong Snow Mountain like this...♥

Zhongdu Guest House: Room Conditions in the Newly Built Accommodation

Cloud Way, the Zhongdu Guest House accommodation on the Tea Horse Road trek,

being a relatively new establishment,

gave a very clean impression overall.

The spacious room had two double-sized beds,

and the white bedding made it feel even cleaner.

Right by the window, there was a table and two chairs,

and the chairs were so comfortable that

you could easily lose track of time just sitting there, admiring the Yulong Snow Mountain view.

Slippers, a hairdryer, and toiletries were provided,

and there were even blankets in case it got chilly.

There wasn't a TV, but there was a beam projector like this.

I didn't try using it.

However, the power outlets were of a different type, so standard Korean plugs wouldn't fit directly!

If you didn't bring an adapter,

you can borrow a travel adapter from the hotel counter,

so you can use that.

However, there was one minor drawback:

The bathroom drainage was a bit slow.

The water didn't drain immediately after a shower,

so please keep that in mind.

Aside from that, the hot water worked perfectly,

so my satisfaction wasn't significantly impacted.

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Don't miss the Cloud Way Terrace!

Another reason I highly recommend this Lijiang accommodation in China is

because of its incredible rooftop terrace!

Right after checking in, the owner told me,

"You absolutely have to see the terrace; the view is magnificent!"

And I immediately understood why he insisted I go.

They also filled it with water,

creating stunning reflections of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain – it's absolutely breathtaking!

You definitely need to capture some reflection photos.

If you go up around sunset or sunrise,

the mountains are painted in fiery hues, making them even more beautiful.

And because the Zhongdu Guesthouse area doesn't have much light pollution at night,

the stars are incredibly clear.

Make sure to step out at night and gaze at the stars.

Even though it was a full moon when I visited,

the stars became visible in the early morning.

I imagine if there hadn't been a full moon,

the stars would have looked like they were pouring down from the sky.

So, for those of you traveling to Lijiang, China,

and staying at Cloud Way,

definitely take the time to soak in the stars from the terrace.

While I didn't have meals here,

other reviews suggest the food is quite good,

so it seems like a great option for dining as well.

Of course, it's not a 5-star hotel quality,

but it offers the cleanliness of a new accommodation

and an amazing Jade Dragon Snow Mountain view all in one!

This was a truly memorable spot on my Lijiang, China trip,

so I highly recommend it to anyone planning to stay near Zhongdu Guesthouse during their Ancient Tea Horse Road trekking.

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