Sheng Tian Man Shan Lai Homestay, located in Hani Autonomous Prefecture, Yuanyang County, Yunnan Province, is located in the core scenic spot of Duoyishu. The Homestay consists of three buildings, which stand in terraced fields and are shaped by mountains, surrounded by terraced fields of water system. The main wall maintains the original local color, and a large number of wooden ornaments continue the original local appearance, and are interpreted and sublimated in contemporary design language.guest roomThere are 31 rooms in the three main buildings, and the design of each room just shows the beauty of details: the bubble pool overlooking the terraced fields and the private terrace overlooking the sea of clouds ... These details give each room a unique personality and style, which together convey a simple but elegant beauty. Each room can see the unique scenery of Hani terraces from different angles. Rooms are equipped with central air conditioning, TV, intelligent projection, refrigerator, intelligent toilet and other facilities, and each room has independent bathroom facilities.Public areaManshanlai hopes that everyone who comes here can return to the truth and reach a reconciliation with themselves. There is a multi-function hall, coffee shop and online celebrity restaurant, and the top floor is equipped with an open-air viewing platform.experienceHere, you will enjoy the intimate butler service. The housekeeper will inform the local weather in advance and remind the guests to get dressed, and will adjust the room temperature before arrival. In the B&B, you can also enjoy delicious meals, because you can always see the busy figure of the housekeeper and aunt in the kitchen. At the same time, you can not only experience the original Hani customs, but also experience the fun of fishing, planting and picking.surrounding areaSurrounded by scenic spots such as Huangcaoling, Duoyishu, Pugao Laozhai, Aichunlan Terrace, Ajeko, etc., you can watch the sunrise, morning fog and sunrise of Hani Terrace in Red River, and the viewing orientation of Bada Terrace and Tiger Mouth Terrace is the viewing orientation of the sea of clouds and sunset. While enjoying the earth art of watching the sunrise and sunset of terraced fields, you can also visit the original village of Aheko Hani nationality, the original tribe of Hani mushroom house, which is the fifth world cultural heritage.
"This is the only hidden gem guesthouse/hotel during my Yunnan trip that I want to give a five-star review to.
I absolutely loved it! Even in the off-season, the Duoyishu Rice Terraces in Yuanyang are worth visiting, and seeing the vibrant green fields stretching across the mountains is even more breathtaking!
From the owner, the friendly male and female front desk staff, to the drivers of the small shuttle cars, the entire team was exceptionally kind and helpful.
We stayed in a twin room, and when I walked in and saw the view outside the floor-to-ceiling windows, I couldn't help but exclaim – it's absolutely stunning, giving off serious 'Little Switzerland' vibes! The beauty is so raw and authentic, it's straight out of a picture. The winding mountain road, with its 18 turns, was definitely worth the journey!
Their homemade dinner was incredibly delicious! And the breakfast, a rice noodle set, was equally tasty, no need to say more. We stayed for two nights and had dinner here both times. You absolutely *must* try the dipped chicken (zhan shui ji); the free-range chicken from the mountains had such a rich, authentic chicken flavor. It's been ages since I've had such fragrant local chicken. The owner doesn't even promote this small kitchen much; they're truly dedicated to doing things well!
**Facilities:** It just opened, so the facilities are brand new, with many thoughtful little touches. The separate wet and dry areas in the bathroom are excellent. It's a bit cooler in the mountains than in the county town, so the room was equipped with an electric blanket, which warmed the bed up quickly. Even the air conditioner vents had baffles.
**Hygiene:** Very clean.
**Environment:** The environment is simply stunning. You can lie in the guesthouse and gaze at the beautiful rice terraces. The mountain weather changes constantly – one moment it's foggy, the next it's clear and sunny. Every moment offers a different view.
There's a private observation deck on the rooftop, so convenient – you don't even need to leave to enjoy the best viewing angles.
**Transportation:** Self-driving is recommended. Their dedicated parking lot is behind the guesthouse. After parking, a shuttle car will pick you up and drop you off. The driver is a cheerful guy and an excellent driver. Bouncing along the mountain slopes in the small car, with the wind blowing, and seeing cattle and free-range chickens along the way, was really interesting.
If you have enough time, you can visit the characteristic markets of the Hani and Yi ethnic groups nearby. They aren't open every day, so you can ask the hotel. This time, we happened to catch the market in Xinjie, which was quite interesting.
Visiting Azheke Village is also very convenient, about a 10-minute drive.
If you have ample time, you can stay a few extra nights to enjoy the tranquility of the mountains. With good food, drinks, scenery, and music, it's incredibly healing. I look forward to visiting again in a different season."