Lihuju Tea Boutique Inn in Shuhe, Lijiang

Location and Surrounding Environment

  • Prime Geographical Position: The inn is situated in the northeastern part of Shuhe Ancient Town (束河古镇), upstream of the renowned Nine Tripod Dragon Pool (九鼎龙潭) and adjacent to the Wetland Park (湿地公园). It is close to scenic spots and commercial streets, offering convenient access for travelers to explore the town center or nearby natural landscapes on foot.
  • Picturesque Surroundings: The inn is surrounded by an elegant environment, with the sweet scent of flowers and grass in the air. A few minutes’ walk from the inn leads to the Nine Tripod Dragon Pool, where ancient trees tower over crystal-clear waters. Fish swim among the reflections of millennium-old trees and swaying water plants.

Inn Features

  • Unique Architectural Style: The inn features a charming single-family courtyard design with rich Naxi ethnic characteristics, allowing guests to experience the unique local ethnic customs and the charm of traditional Naxi architecture.
  • High-quality Guestroom Facilities: The rooms are decorated in a Naxi light-luxury style, clean and tidy, providing a comfortable and stylish living experience. Bathrooms are built to star-level standards, and floor-to-ceiling windows ensure excellent natural light. Each room is also equipped with a water purification device to guarantee quality of life.
  • Rich Tea-themed Experiences: As a tea-themed inn, it offers professional tea art performances and explanations. Guests can taste a variety of high-quality teas and deeply appreciate the charm of tea culture, enjoying a cup of fragrant tea to relax after a day of sightseeing.
  • Complete Supporting Facilities: The inn provides basic services such as wireless WIFI, a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, a restaurant, and airport pickup service. It also has a teahouse and other leisure areas to meet various needs of guests.

Room Types

  • Deluxe Landscape King Room: Features a 1.8m king-size bed, with a room area of approximately 25-30㎡. The rooms have windows with good lighting, and some may have balconies or terraces for guests to enjoy the surrounding scenery.
  • Other Room Types: In addition to the deluxe landscape king room, the inn also offers family rooms, twin rooms, and other types to accommodate different groups of travelers, such as families, friends, and couples. Family rooms are generally equipped with a 1.8m bed and a 1.5m bed, suitable for families with children; twin rooms have two 1.2m beds, ideal for friends traveling together.

Nearby Attractions

  • Nine Tripod Dragon Pool (九鼎龙潭): A 5-minute walk from the inn, the pool’s water originates from Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (玉龙雪山). In the past, visitors could see the beautiful reflection of the snow mountain in the water. Fish swim among the reflections of ancient trees and water plants, and there is even a broken stone tablet by the pool that produces a clear sound when knocked, adding a touch of fun.
  • Longquan Temple (Three Saints Palace) (龙泉寺 / 三圣宫): Located beside the Nine Tripod Dragon Pool, climbing to the upper floor of the temple offers a panoramic view of the surrounding farmland, curling smoke from kitchen chimneys, and neatly arranged ancient dwellings, presenting a quaint pastoral scene that is deeply relaxing.
  • Square Street (四方街): Continuing from the Nine Tripod Dragon Pool and walking west across the Qinglong Ancient Stone Bridge (青龙古石桥) over the Qinglong River (青龙河), you will reach Square Street, the center of Shuhe Ancient Town, in about 10 minutes. Although less bustling than Square Street in Lijiang Ancient Town (丽江古城), it features the soft sound of flowing water and unique small shops, where visitors can stroll and experience the tranquility and simplicity of the ancient town.
  • Shuhe Wetland Park (束河湿地公园): A short walk north from Square Street leads to the Shuhe Wetland Park, where gentle breezes, chirping waterbirds, and reflections of blue sky and white clouds in the lake create a pleasant scenery, making it an ideal place for a leisurely walk.