[2025 Dali Stay] Travel Guide for Dali Santorini Sea View Inn (Updated May)

I really regret not coming to Haidong Ideal State earlier, it's so beautiful! I planned to stay in the scenic area's popular internet-famous room! But I booked too late, one step behind, and chose the hotel's panoramic glass room, but I never expected it to be so stunning! You can directly see the Erhai Lake with absolutely no obstructions (this is just amazing) Santorini (Ideal State) is so beautiful that any random shot is picture-perfect, and any pose looks great! Whoever comes late will regret it, it's so beautiful! Staying in the scenic area hotel allows you to see different beautiful views and take as many photos as you want, how wonderful! 🏨 The hotel service is super great, they will arrange a shuttle to pick you up in advance (because there is a distance from the parking lot to the hotel). I must say the hotel breakfast is super rich, and there is also a shuttle service when checking out, the whole stay experience is just superb 📍Dali Santorini Guyue·Xianlai Crossing Resort Hotel🏨

1️⃣: Santorini scenic area does not require an entrance fee, no reservation needed! 2️⃣: The scenic area is located in the east of the sea, opposite to Jinsuo Island, and is a must-pass route around the sea. 3️⃣: Ideal State·Santorini faces the Erhai Lake, and every corner is picturesque, imitating the white cave style of the Aegean Sea in Greece, with clean and comfortable colors! Very suitable for photography 4️⃣: Ideal State itself is a base for travel photography, with travel photography shops inside, and non-peak season outfits range from 100 to 200. There are also popular outfits available for rent and purchase 5️⃣: There are hotels within the scenic area, with off-season prices starting from over 1000. Recommended: Santorini·Yanyun Seaview Resort, Guyue Xianlai Homestay, Songyun Cliff Hotel. 6️⃣: There is a nucleic acid testing point inside the parking lot opposite the scenic area. 🔴Lightning Protection Guide: 1️⃣: Ideal State·Santorini is located to the east of Erhai Lake, 42KM away from Dali ancient town. It is not suitable for cycling or walking. 2️⃣: For self-driving tours, especially those staying in hotels in the scenic area, please note that there are two parking lots in the scenic area, the roadside parking lot below charges by the hour without a cap, while the mountain-top parking lot has a cap of 50 3️⃣: Santorini is built along the mountain, from the main gate to the mountain top is all stairs. It is recommended that older visitors take the sightseeing car to the top of the mountain and play from top to bottom. 4️⃣: There are milk tea and coffee shops in the scenic area, with average taste. 5️⃣: The entire scenic area is still under construction, with incomplete facilities and not much to eat, it is recommended to drive or rent a car to go there. 6️⃣: The scenic area faces Erhai Lake, facing west, and it is recommended for friends who like to take photos to come at 3~4 pm 7️⃣: Be sure to pay attention to sun protection, because Santorini is mostly white buildings, which not only pleases the eye but also lets you experience the love of high-altitude ultraviolet rays with no difference and no dead angles. 🔶️Summary: The scenic area is on the must-pass route around Erhai Lake, and it is quite worthwhile for little sisters who like to take photos to go and check in, taking advantage of the most beautiful time of the evening sunset to take a set of travel photos.

Today's recommendation: Xianlai Ferry. [Location]Located in Ideal City Community, Haidong Road, Haidong Town, Dali City, Yunnan Province. It is about 20 minutes' drive from the airport, 40 minutes' drive from Dali Ancient City, and about 30 minutes' drive from the high-speed railway station. [Style]Xianlaidu faces Erhai Lake, with a unique scenery that resembles a European castle full of Mediterranean style. Its exterior looks like a cliff sea-view cave, giving a Santorini-like feeling. The architecture is built to incorporate the lines of the sea, the rhythm of the waves, and the colors that float with them. [Highlight]The hotel is built on a cliff, with a unique panoramic view of the entire Erhai Lake. The rooftop observation deck of the hotel has a large infinity pool, which makes for great photos. Not only on the terrace, but also inside the hotel rooms, there are beautiful views to be enjoyed. [Room Type]The hotel has a total of 40 rooms, most of which have independent outdoor platforms and private hot tubs. The toiletries provided in the room are also very good, including Dyson hair dryers, Hansgrohe bathroom fittings, and Xiao Du speakers. [Nearby Facilities]There is a 24-hour shuttle service within the park. If you need it, just make an appointment with the butler. There are two convenience stores inside, which are open until 10 pm. You can buy some snacks and daily necessities. There is a car rental point near the hotel, and they can deliver the car to the hotel.

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#springitinerary #travel #couplestrip Dali’s Santorini, nestled beside the serene Erhai Lake, is a breathtaking escape where whitewashed buildings and blue-domed rooftops mirror the beauty of the Mediterranean. Surrounded by the calm waters and distant mountains, the village radiates a peaceful charm that feels like a fairytale brought to life. We chose to spend our time at a cozy seaview café, where the stunning landscape unfolded before us in every direction—a perfect blend of nature and artistry. With the lake glistening under the sun and soft clouds floating across the sky, the seaview café became our favorite photo spot. The charming setup, from rustic wooden decks to boho-inspired décor, created the ideal frame for capturing unforgettable moments. Every photo we took was infused with the magic of Dali’s Santorini—a place where tranquility, beauty, and romance come together effortlessly.

💖 The rooms are well-equipped ✔️ The rooms offer the best view of the sunset ✔️ The view is amazing ✔️ 💖 The hotel is perfect for taking photos ✔️ Every step offers a new view ✔️ The photos are amazing ✔️ The butler service is attentive and detailed ✔️ Welcome fruit is provided ✔️ Sweet soup ✔️ Unlimited refills ✔️ 💖 The hotel is located in the Santorini Ideal State Scenic Area in Dali ✔️ There are many people in the scenic area during the day ✔️ There are fewer people in the morning and evening ✔️ 💖 Overall, it is a very good hotel ✔️ Clean and tidy ✔️ 💖 Convenient transportation ✔️ You can take a taxi at the entrance ✔️ You can also rent a car ✔️ There are more than 10 restaurants near the hotel in the scenic area ✔️ But they are all in different hotels ✔️ But it is also convenient ✔️ You can ask the butler to call a shuttle to take you there and back ✔️ ⭐️ Highly recommended ⭐️

The hotel is located at the hill, and the hotel has free 24-hour buggy services. Great view but has no lift. so do expect to walk upstairs. #dali #china #scenicspotguide #travel

Using all the blue and white in the world Just to give you a romantic journey Using all the blue in the world to create romance Santorini is like a crescent moon Located on the Aegean Sea The enchanting blue sea and sky blend into one The white-walled, blue-domed houses on the cliffs Seem to tell the sanctity of love here Always yearning for Santorini Attracted by the deep and tranquil blue This is a treasure given to mankind by God You don't need to do anything when you come here The external entertainment facilities Cannot compare to this natural beauty Dali Santorini Island Also known as Utopia The white-walled, blue-domed church by Erhai Lake The white buildings Here you can see the most beautiful sunset in Dali 🏨 Dali Santorini Gu Yue • Xian Lai Du Resort Hotel 📍 Dali Utopia Tourism Resort Town, Building 9

I Rosa’s tripped around the whole Erhai lake and eventually made it to the Santorini of China. A little underwhelming as it’s simply a place for photos. It’s still being built so many places left empty and incomplete in terms of the construction. But it is a beautiful place. Just try to avoid busy season as busy season is a bit of a pain to enjoy the place. It’s not a serene place, it’s a place to go take photos and leave.

Look where the wind is blowing 🍃 I was attracted by the beautiful scenery of Dali Not much to say, just flash to ✈️ Dali, Yunnan Stayed at Dali Santorini Guyue·Xianlaidu Hotel🏨 The location is located in Ideal Bang Tourist Resort Town, Haidong Town🏡 As soon as you get off the bus, a shuttle bus will take you to the scenic spot. I have to say that the service is quite attentive! ! It’s worth mentioning that this hotel is a great place to take photos, it’s completely 360° with no blind spots~ The hotel is mainly white, with a beautiful "Santorini style" When you get out of the hotel room, you have a panoramic view of Erhai Lake and Cangshan Mountain. Listening to the sound of the sea🌊, Zundi can't refuse the beach villa! ! It is comfortable to lie in the hotel for two days, enjoy the scenery and watch the sunset🌆 In terms of accommodation environment, this price is quite 🉑 and the cost-effectiveness is high I will come again next time. I have to say that I love the slow pace of life in Dali so much. 🏠:Dali Santorini Guyue·Xianlaidu Resort Hotel

The ideal life is probably: facing the sea with flowers blooming in spring... I have been to Santorini and seen the real Aegean Sea. Perhaps compared to departing from Beijing, transferring in Istanbul, and then transferring in Athens to Santorini Island... a journey of more than ten hours, I would rather go to Yunnan, where you can go in two or three hours with just one ticket... Why go to Greece? so far away? Ideal is "Mediterranean" 🏠Today's stay: Dali Santorini Guyue Xianlaidu Resort Hotel The entire hotel, whether in appearance, public areas or rooms, retains the original Mediterranean style. To be honest, it's too good to take pictures! Enough for a whole day of shooting. Open the doors and windows to see the spring flowers in full bloom 💁‍♂️Service is in place, starting from the moment you check in. 24-hour service without blind spots 🚗Convenient transportation, pick-up and drop-off service is also provided here 🍵Breakfast is the special cross-bridge rice noodles, coffee and afternoon tea are also standard. There is a small refrigerator in the room, and there is a swimming pool in the public area... 🚪Open the door, and you can see Erhai Lake. Whether it is the room or the overall style of the building, it is very Santorini

This time I stayed at the Dali Santorini Gu Yue Xian Lai Resort Hotel, as if I were in Greece, the hotel is full of exotic style, and you can see Cangshan Erhai, the sun shines on the surface of Erhai, and the sunset is reflected in the lake. ~ Here, every room has a small courtyard 🏡 where you can sit with friends, make a cup of tea 🍵 or coffee ☕️, sit quietly and daze, look at Cangshan Erhai, it's really comfortable. ~ The hotel service is very good, 24-hour butler service, 24-hour shuttle bus online pick-up and drop-off, very convenient for going out and playing. The hotel also has a rich breakfast to choose from in the morning, nutritious and delicious 😋, after eating and drinking, you can also walk around and take pictures in the hotel, or go to the ideal state next door to play is a good choice. ~ The hotel also gives each room five photography photos, the group photos taken by the photographer for us are very good, and the hotel is conveniently located, next to the ideal state, and very close to Wenbi Village, about ten minutes by taxi 🚗! ~ 🏠: Dali Santorini Gu Yue Xian Lai Resort Hotel

Dali Santorini Gouyue Xianlai Du Resort Hotel. 🧐Many people are asking, what exactly is Santorini? 🙁What is this place? 🤭Can we really go to Santorini? 👍Recommendation: ✨Different from the Sky Mirror by Erhai Lake, ✨Glass ball, sky ladder and other popular check-in points, ✨◎Ideal State wins with its natural ✨architectural style, buildings built on the mountain, ✨light coffee color, sky blue, pure white, ✨In the park, you always find a hundred ✨corners for taking big pictures📸. 🤭The park is now semi-open, 🤭There are 300 quotas every day, 🤭Try to make an appointment on site in the morning, 🤭Registering information at the gate is enough, 🤭It's pretty simple. 👉Tickets are not needed for now, 👉But the parking lot is charged, 👉Half an hour free, the first hour is 10 yuan, 👉After that, it's 5 yuan per hour. 📸For photo check-in, definitely recommend Ideal 📸State Square is super spacious, Flower Avenue ✍The top of the mountain can overlook the entire Erhai Lake🌊, ✍✍The semi-circular arch bridge gives a feeling of going through time, 💛💚The yellow container makes people look super white in photos🤳, 🙅‍♀️The succulents in the park make you can't let go, 💁‍♀️The infinity pool of Dali Ideal State·Gouyue Xianlai Du Seaview 🏡B&B is a favorite for wedding photography. 👉Ideal State is not only a place for photo📸check-in 👉It also houses several 👉hotel homestays, because of its unique 👉architectural style, 👉And it's only a 15-minute drive from Dali Airport, 👉So it's also a good choice for a leisurely vacation. 💁‍♀️There are many hotels in the park, the style 💁‍♀️is not much different, plus the current supporting 💁‍♀️facilities are still in the process of improvement, 💁‍♀️So the best value for money is still 💁‍♀️Dali Ideal State·Gouyue Xianlai Du 💁‍♀️Seaview B&B is affordable, 💁‍♀️With its own restaurant, swimming pool🏊‍♀️, and children's playground.

Finally checked in. I miss Santorini day and night Head all the way west to Dali Hide your dreams in your ideal state Finally we arrived at the legendary Santorini in Dali🍃                  —— Really need to draw key points to take notes Can't go to the Aegean Sea in Greece, the Erhai Lake in Dali, Yunnan also has comparable beautiful scenery. I'm looking forward to this trip. I finally stayed in the sunny glass room that I longed for, the whole thing is high-end, 270° sea view floor-to-ceiling windows, Cangshan⛰️ Erhai thoughts are in full view, very fantastic feeling. It was exactly the ideal utopia of my dreams                  —— The entire architecture of Santorini is a terraced structure, no matter which floor it is completely out of the film! Every room in Guyue Xianlai can see the scenery of Erhai Lake, and there is a private bathing pool outdoors, immersive experience of the Aegean atmosphere, while bathing while taking a panoramic view of Cangshan Erhai Lake, the real scene is really more beautiful than the photos❗️                  —— 📍Dali Ideal Banggu Yuexiancai Ferry In terms of services, the hotel is equipped with a smart small voice assistant, fully smart toilets, and there will be a shuttle bus, which is very convenient. The tour car also took us to the highest point of Santorini to check in, another happy day!