Kunming
Sprawling lakeside resort with contemporary minimalist interiors — more garden retreat than city-center tower. Yunnan cultural touches woven through the design, with local stone, wood, and handicrafts throughout common areas.
Borrow one of the hotel's loaner bikes and ride around Dianchi Lake — it's the best way to see the area without a car
Why It Matters
The only resort property within Kunming city limits, situated on the shores of Dianchi Lake in the Dianchi National Holiday Resort. Shang Tao Chinese Restaurant has earned the Black Pearl Restaurant Award for seven consecutive years. Some Premium room types include private hot spring access. The property hosts 536 rooms across low-rise wings with gardens and waterways.
The only proper resort within Kunming city limits — set not downtown but in the quasi-rural lakeside Dianchi National Holiday Resort district, about 40 km from the airport. The property spreads across low-rise buildings surrounded by gardens and waterways, with 536 rooms that run noticeably bigger than your average Chinese city hotel. Interiors lean minimalist contemporary: clean lines, large balconies overlooking greenery, full luxury fittings. The real standout is Shang Tao, a Yunnan-cuisine restaurant that has held the Black Pearl Award for seven consecutive years running.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
1 King Premium Lounge Access Private Hot Spring
A standout room type unique to this property: a King bed Premium room that includes private hot spring access and Club InterContinental Lounge privileges. The private hot spring element sets these apart from anything you'd find in a standard InterContinental city hotel. Exact size not published but in the Premium range.
1 King
Classic Room
At 56 sq.m., these are the entry-level rooms and already a decent size by any standard. Choice of 1 King bed, 2 Double beds, or 2 Single beds. Contemporary minimalist decor, large shower, generous workspace, and free high-speed Wi-Fi. Most have large balconies overlooking the garden or resort grounds.
1 King, 2 Double, or 2 Single · 56 sqmOne Bedroom Suite
At 120–190 sq.m., these suites — including a Garden Suite variant with large spa bathtub — offer serious living space. One guest reported staying in a 190 sq.m. Garden Suite described as 'modern, with a very large sofa and a very large spa bathtub.' Select suites include private recreation rooms.
1 King · 155 sqmPremium Room
Running 67–80 sq.m., Premium Rooms step up in size with a choice of 1 King or 2 Double beds. Same contemporary minimalist fit-out as Classic Rooms but with more floor space and typically better views. Available with Club InterContinental Lounge access, which adds complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea, and evening cocktails.
1 King or 2 Double · 73 sqmPresidential Suite
The top of the house, ranging from 96 sq.m. up to an extraordinary 1,720 sq.m. — the upper end being a multi-room complex rather than a single room. 1 King bed configuration. Full presidential-tier amenities throughout.
1 King · 960 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel provides loaner bikes to guests — an ideal way to explore the Dianchi Lake shoreline neighborhoods. Guest reviews specifically call out biking around the lake as one of the best low-key experiences the hotel enables.
Boats available for rent on the property's waterways. Operating hours 6:00 AM–11:00 PM.
Children's activities program available on-site. Registration fee required. The hotel has also hosted themed children's rooms (e.g., Alice in Wonderland), indicating active family programming.
Fully equipped gym with free weights, stationary bicycles, treadmills, and an onsite sports trainer available.
On-site game room for guest recreation.
Karaoke facilities available on property.
The hotel grounds feature a sprawling garden with waterways and bridges — guests regularly mention strolling the garden paths between meals as a highlight. Beautiful lawn space also used for outdoor gatherings and weddings.
On-site tennis court available for guests.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Fully equipped business center with fax, printing, shipping, and office supplies available.
Free high-speed Wi-Fi available in all areas, including guest rooms and public spaces.
Nine function spaces including the 1,600 sqm Yunnan Grand Ballroom (seating 1,200+ guests) and seven individual meeting rooms with flexible layouts. State-of-the-art technology and lighting. The Chambord room is a French-themed column-free event space with white marble decor.
24-hour front desk and concierge services including baggage storage, safe deposit boxes, car rental arrangements, and airport transfer coordination.
Same-day dry cleaning, dry cleaning pickup/laundry valet, and weekly housekeeping options available.
24-hour in-room dining available.
Large outdoor garden and lawn area alongside Dianchi Lake — used for relaxation, weddings, and social gatherings. Waterways and bridges throughout the grounds.
Heated indoor pool with cabanas, pool-side lounge chairs, towel service, and a lifeguard on duty. A children's pool is also on site. Pool-side services offered.
233 indoor parking spaces. Rate: 120 CNY per day, operating 6:00 AM–11:00 PM. Hotel guests receive complimentary parking; dining guests receive 4 hours complimentary parking.
On-site hair salon available for guests.
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