This seaside hotel in Dali feels like stepping into the Wizard of Oz!
by RestlessWanderlust
Aug 2, 2025
If you're obsessed with Erhai Lake and tropical aesthetics, this Wizard of Oz-inspired hotel hidden in Wenbi Village is a must-visit! Wandering through pure white arches and tropical plants, every snapshot captures the same vacation vibe as "Call Me By Your Name" 🏝️
📍Hidden Gem Coordinates:
• Prime hillside location in Wenbi Village, facing the Erhai Lake sunset (rooms offer unobstructed "sea-meets-sky" views)
• 5-minute walk to the viral photo spot "Wenbi Village Road," 20-minute drive to Shuanglang/Santorini
🌿Immersive Rainforest Aesthetics:
1️⃣ The designer brought Bali to Erhai: Poolside filled with monstera and bird-of-paradise plants, rooms feature rattan hammocks + canopy beds, with stunning light filtering through shutters
2️⃣ Premium perks: Free borrowable Dai/Bohemian dresses (with matching accessories!), 1-hour professional photoshoot—your social media will blow up
3️⃣ Hidden surprise: Rooftop sunset high tea with pink skies + Cangshan Mountain silhouette—arrive by 18:30
📸Viral Photo Spots Guide:
• Pool reflections: Lounge chair + straw hat + pineapple prop, diagonal framing for magazine-worthy shots
• Spiral staircase: Wear the hotel’s bright dresses, shoot from the third floor for a flowing skirt effect
• Glasshouse breakfast: Push the fruit tray toward Erhai, use wide-angle for a "floating" illusion
🛏️Stay Tips:
• Book the "Full Sea View Terrace Suite"! Soak in the tub facing Cangshan and Erhai (off-season rates start at 1k+)
• Photoshoots require 1-day advance booking—opt for golden hour (1hr after sunrise/before sunset)
• Free hotel shuttle to the village entrance; ask the butler to arrange nightlife rides
⚠️Erhai Travel Notes:
• Sunscreen + sunglasses are mandatory—high-altitude UV is no joke
• East Erhai shoreline is better for photos; West Ring Road is under renovation—detour suggested
• Local Bai cuisine leans salty/spicy—ask chefs to go light on salt
Post by RestlessWanderlust | Aug 2, 2025












