Tengchong, China
Yunnan’s Tengchong—celebrated by the great Ming dynasty geographer Xu Xiake as the “First Frontier City”—boasts a forest coverage of 74% and an annual average temperature of 15.1°C. Nestled deep within Tengchong’s revered Mother Mountain and the Gaoligong Range—hailed as a “world species gene bank”—Banyan Tree Tengchong unfolds like a hidden paradise. The gentle Yang River meanders through the resort, imbuing the landscape with the poetic charm of pastoral life, where raw wilderness meets refined luxury.
The hotel’s architecture draws on the essence of traditional Chinese design, artfully integrating the distinctive local “San Fang Yi Zhao Bi” courtyard style. The result is a harmonious blend of grandeur and grace, brought to life through 28 guest rooms with private hot spring onsen, 9 exclusive villas, and the Angsana Hot Spring Village. Locally sourced volcanic stone and natural timber are thoughtfully chosen to ensure a seamless dialogue with the surrounding environment.
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All guest rooms and villas feature private hot spring onsen, with a selection of unique vistas to suit every preference.
Secluded sanctuaries offering rare, self-replenishing hot springs and expansive courtyards, these villas provide tranquil privacy while embracing the untouched beauty of the Gaoligong Mountains.
Designed with a four-sided layout, the villa combines sweeping eaves and tiered rooflines that echo the traditional “Zhao Bi” style, balancing privacy with openness. The garden’s hot spring pool—your “second bed”—steams under the moonlight, mirroring the sky above. Whether indoors or outdoors, you are surrounded by shifting perspectives and timeless beauty, savoring the ease of a truly indulgent escape.
The Hot Spring Pool Villa adopts a four-sided enclosed courtyard layout, with gracefully upturned eaves and tiered rooflines that echo the rhythm of the traditional Zhao Bi screen wall. This design creates a space that is both private and open, balancing intimacy with harmony. At the heart of the garden lies a sunken hot spring pool—your “second bed”—where rising steam reflects the glow of the moon. Indoors or outdoors, every angle reveals a new perspective, offering serene and effortless moments of escape.
Spanning 1,700 sqm, the Presidential Villa offers five bedrooms (including two master suites with king beds, one guest suite with twin beds, one king guestroom, and one twin guestroom), a grand living room, a private kitchen and dining area, and a 70-sqm private hot spring pool. The master suite features its own hot spring pool and a landscaped garden retreat, while the second suite also offers a private hot spring tub. Within the villa, a dedicated spa room and a stone bath invite you to unwind. Every detail of this residence is designed to deliver a richly layered journey—an elevated experience of leisure, wellness, and indulgence.
Guests are invited to embark on a profound cultural journey rooted in Tengchong’s heritage—recreating the ancient tea rituals of the hourse caravans, savoring oil-lamp chicken, and exploring the joy of wild mushroom foraging. Through hands-on experiences and flavorful discoveries, the legacy of centuries-old intangible heritage and nature continues to unfold.
Following the footsteps of generations of camellia guardians, guests are immersed in a journey of wellness, beginning with a serene boat ride and continuing through nourishing rituals inspired by ancient tea mountains.
Thoughtfully curated local experiences weave sustainability into each guest’s stay. From eco-farming and heritage preservation to the mindful use of natural energy, the resort brings to life the Banyan Tree philosophy of “Stay for Good” fulfilling its enduring commitment to both the environment and the community.
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