Xi Xiang Yuan·Gentian Secret Realm International Resort Villa is a star-rated hotel hidden in the UNESCO heritage core area of the thousand-year-old Baisha Ancient Town, boasting the closest cultural tourism location to the ancient town's central archway, interpreting the philosophy of "retreating from the world within the city" for ultimate luxury living. Wake up to golden snow-capped mountains outside your window, and when night falls, reach out to touch the starry river.
We build "time vessels" for families with children and couples, with eighteen guest rooms scattered across three independent Naxi courtyards, each with unique features: some are panoramic cloud sanctuaries facing the snow mountains, some are two-story standalone suites accommodating three generations, and some are pet-friendly lofts with private garden courtyards. The hotel's spacious indoor and outdoor areas feature underfloor heating, high-end bathroom facilities, and custom bedding, along with a fitness center, themed restaurant, café bookstore, children's playground, activity room, and tea room to meet all your vacation needs.
At Xi Xiang Yuan, luxury is not just tangible facilities but intangible experiences - waking up to watch the eastern sun paint the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain gold; as dusk falls, travelers exchange stories by the bonfire while children and pets chase the evening breeze. Walk along thousand-year-old stone paths to explore the legacy of the Tea Horse Road, participate in local crop harvesting, and experience intangible cultural copperware craftsmanship. Luxury is the intimate conversations around the bonfire, the family reunions under the snow-capped mountains, and the place where weary urban souls find solace.
The philosophy of Xi Xiang Yuan·Gentian Secret Realm is to create a "home" vessel that preserves precious moments with loved ones, slows down time, and reveals the true meaning of life in tranquility.
"Here's a breakdown of my experience:
**Exclusive Car Service (One room, three consecutive nights stay, choose one of four: airport/station pick-up/drop-off):** Super convenient! I contacted the butler a day in advance for station drop-off. 🚗
**Butler Service:** The butlers (both male and female) were incredibly warm and welcoming. They'd greet us when we left and remind us about the day's weather and temperature – so thoughtful! A few days prior, they called to provide directions to the guesthouse and parking. They even took us on a short electric scooter ride over the old town's stone path to the courtyard.
**Snow Mountain View Afternoon Tea:** The courtyard's view completely rivals outside cafes. Guests receive coffee vouchers based on their length of stay (that's my guess, based on the number we received). Spending a relaxing afternoon strolling around the courtyard and sipping coffee is incredibly pleasant ☕️.
**Facilities:** The shower had plenty of hot water, the mattress was soft and comfy, and the room was super spacious 🥱.
**Cleanliness:** Every afternoon, an auntie would come to ask if we needed cleaning. Towel and water changes were prompt, and she even asked if we wanted vacuuming.
**Environment:** The courtyard is large with several picturesque spots perfect for photos. There's also a nightly bonfire, and sitting in a chair watching the stars was incredibly relaxing.
**Service:** We could have breakfast daily, and they provided rice noodles, fruits, and vegetable salad in generous portions. The restaurant is very spacious, and since we visited during the off-season, we only saw three or four main guests each morning. It was very quiet and comfortable.
There was also a complimentary photography service that I didn't get to use this time, but overall, it was already superb. The dog in the courtyard was also adorable, and I'd always check to see if it was there whenever I went to the courtyard 🐶❤️. Overall, I found no shortcomings, and I would definitely choose to stay here again on my next visit.☺️☺️"