The Heart of China

Great golf awaits in Yunnan province

The Banyan Tree Lijiang, one of China’s most unique staysWHERE TO STAY

While staying in one of Spring City’s well-appointed villas makes perfect sense for those on a pure golfing package, seeking accommodations in downtown Kunming allows visitors to enjoy more of what the city has to offer. The Grand Park Hotel (www.parkhotelgroup.com), overlooking Green Lake in the heart of Kunming, is among the better 4-star choices here. Lijiang’s increasing popularity as a tourist destination has resulted in a number of new hotel openings, although it’s hard to look beyond the stunning Banyan Tree Lijiang (www.banyantree.com). With its Naxi-inspired architecture, sublime spa and jaw-dropping views of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, this is a destination in itself. Expensive, but well worth the splurge.

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