For a room, for a view, one would rush to the clouds to escape the world.

To reach this hidden gem in the Aba River Valley, I endured a three-hour drive after getting off the high-speed train 🚗, navigating a series of 180-degree hairpin bends on winding mountain roads, a bumpy ascent. But the moment I opened the room door, all my fatigue vanished, and I felt it was all worth it! ✨ This secluded hotel is nestled in an ancient Tibetan village at an altitude of 3000 meters on the ridge of Yangzu Mountain in Li County, Aba Prefecture. It's also a 1.5-hour drive from Jiuzhaigou 🚙. So secluded is it that it offers access to an entire forest and clouds – a true hidden gem in the valley! The surprises upon arrival far exceeded my expectations 😋. The hotel's food completely shattered my preconceived notions of mountain hotels; the flavors were excellent and perfectly suited my taste. There were also two adorable, affectionate dogs 🐶 that followed me everywhere – a truly therapeutic experience! There are no TVs or projectors here; it's a haven for slowing down. Visitors should definitely bring a book they'd like to read, otherwise the quiet daytime amidst the mountains will miss out on some of the delightful moments. Actually, just one night is enough to immerse yourself in this secluded atmosphere; staying longer would make you reluctant to leave its purity. I've discovered that the ultimate way to experience a secluded hotel isn't through deliberate decoration, but by letting nature and the seasons be the best designers. At 3000 meters above sea level, the wind whips through the surging forest, and the sunlight pins the Tibetan village to the clouds. The original desolation and wilderness become a gentle backdrop, shedding the hustle and bustle of the city, allowing the heart to return to the primal tranquility of life. Pushing open the rustic wooden door studded with tethering nails, you're instantly amazed by the living room enveloped in light and shadow—the highland sunlight filters through the wooden lattice, casting neat patches of light throughout the room, both warm and gentle. Horizontal windows and vertical doorways act as natural picture frames, framing the distant snow-capped mountains as a flowing scroll of changing seasons 🖼️, offering breathtaking views at every turn. Walking through the wooden corridor into the guest rooms, a sense of gentle warmth washes over you ☁️. High-hanging white curtains and off-white drapes paired with natural linen bedding create a clean and rustic feel in the play of light and shadow, infusing new life into the weathered old house and furniture. The tea pavilion in the northeast corner of the guest rooms is truly the soul of the place ❄️. Even in winter, before the snow falls, the mountain breeze carries a crisp coolness. White gauze curtains flutter wildly in the wind. Wrapped in a thick coat, holding a cup of hot tea 🍵, leaning on the railing and gazing at the valley, you feel completely at one with the desolate Yangzu Mountain. It turns out that "loneliness and desolation" is such a comforting and healing phrase! 📍Location: Li County, Aba Prefecture, River Valley Secret Realm (Yongguichuan Jiuzhaigou Resort Hotel) 🚗Transportation: High-speed rail + 3 hours of winding mountain road / 1.5 hours by car from Jiuzhaigou 💡Escape Tips: 1. No TV or projector, remember to bring books/portable board games to pass the time. 2. Large temperature difference between day and night at high altitudes, bring a thick coat 🧥 3. For an immersive experience, one night is enough. 4. It's windy in Yangzu Mountain, remember to wear a hat when taking photos at the tea pavilion!