Yunnan Snub-nosed Monkey Expert Hotel, Tacheng

Opening Time

• Opened in 2010

• Renovated in 2016

The lodge operates year-round and offers a rare opportunity to stay inside a National 3A Scenic Area, surrounded by protected forest and wildlife habitats.

Rooms and Facilities

The lodge features 18 wooden villa-style guest rooms, built along the mountainside and designed to blend seamlessly with the natural environment.

All rooms offer:

• Underfloor heating

• Floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows

• Forest and mountain views

• A quiet, non-urban setting immersed in nature

Hotel Facilities

• Mi Zhige Restaurant, serving local Chinese cuisine

• Two complimentary private parking areas

• Paid railway station pickup and drop-off service

• Hiking trails and guided nature walks

• Garden and outdoor leisure areas

• Tea room

• Café and lobby bar

• Animal interaction and eco-education activities

• Camping area

• Billiards room

• Luggage storage

• Elevator

• Free Wi-Fi in public areas

• Children’s dining options and family-friendly amenities

Outdoor and eco-activities available include:

• Mountain hiking

• Mountain biking

• Scooter riding

• Nature observation and eco-tourism programs

Address

The Expert Lodge is located within Yunnan Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey National Park, a National AAA Scenic Area, in Yunnan Province, China.

Surrounding Attractions and Suggested Visiting Time and Tickets

As the lodge is situated inside the national park, guests enjoy direct access to protected forest landscapes and wildlife observation areas. A 1–2 day stay is recommended for nature immersion and ecological exploration.

Key Highlights

• Golden snub-nosed monkey habitat

• Primeval forest trails

• Mountain viewpoints and misty woodland scenery

Park entrance tickets are required and are purchased on-site according to park regulations.

Transportation

• Railway station pickup and drop-off services are available by arrangement (charges apply)

• Private vehicles are permitted, with free on-site parking

• Taxi and ride-hailing services can be arranged by the lodge

Business Hours

• Front Desk: 24 hours

• Breakfast Service: Daily 08:00 – 10:00

Booking Methods

Reservations become effective after confirmation by the lodge or supplier. Guests receive confirmation via SMS, email, or mobile app notification.
Online payment is supported.

Hotel Policy

Check-in / Check-out

• Check-in: After 14:00

• Check-out: Before 12:00

Guest Requirements

• Minimum age for check-in: 18 years

• Guests from all countries and regions are welcome

• Electronic ID check-in is supported

Pets

• Pets are allowed free of charge with prior notice

• Dogs, cats, and other pets are accepted (subject to approval)

• Service animals are permitted with advance notice

Breakfast

• Chinese-style set breakfast

• Price: CNY 58 per person

• Children’s breakfast rates:

  • Under 1.2 m: Free

  • 1.2–1.4 m: CNY 38

  • 1.4 m and above: CNY 58

Children and Extra Beds

• Children are welcome

• No extra beds or baby cots are available

• Children aged 17 and under stay free using existing beds

Deposit Policy

• Deposit: CNY 500 per room

• Payment methods: cash, credit card, or third-party payment

• Deposit is fully refunded upon check-out