Conifer Lsyg Resort Hotel

This property is situated in the ancient town of Shuhe. Our Chinese guide decided not to book accommodation in Lijiang as she felt it was not an authentic experience and very much a "tourist" town. The low rise buildings are built around courtyards in the ancient style. The courtyards were beautifully landscaped with plenty of running water. Our inital impression was of a new or very well kept property. The town did not permit motorised traffic. Horse drawn carts provided wheels for those unable to walk. Our rooms backed onto a commercial street and though noisy until about 10 pm, the noise was good sort and did not annoy us. As noted by previous visitors, there are not lifts but porters took our bags to the well appointed, spacious, comfortable rooms. We ate in the hotel because we were a large group of 23 people. I would advise eating elsewhere if you can. The dining room was overstaffed by bored people and was only really well utilised at breakfast. On the plus side, I can heartly recommend exploring the town. In the evening we went to a large square in which a bonfire had been lit and people were dancing. The main entrance to the town is a short walk away and features a colourful arch. Once inside there are good bronzes commemorating the "Tea Horse Route". shopping was varied and inexpensive.