Shangri-La Hotel Lhasa

 

You arrive at the luxury urban resort of Shangri-La Hotel, Lhasa to find a copy of Lost Horizon by James Hilton in your elegant and spacious room. This is the legendary story of Shangri-La, a paradise for travelers high among the Himalayas – and the inspiration for the hotel's brand.

 

On the cool patio of the Lodgers Lounge, overlooking the city and majestic mountains, you enjoy a cup of tea while reading the book. Afterwards, you adjust to Lhasa's altitude with a visit to the hotel's unique oxygen lounge and reflexology pavilion.

 

Your first day in one of the world's highest cities begins at the nearby Historic Ensemble of the Potala Palace, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site and traditional residence of the Dalai Lamas. From Lhasa, you can travel by car to each of Tibet's magnificent holy lakes, which the concierge is delighted to arrange. Returning to the hotel for dinner, you meet friends at Shambala for a taste of local barley wine and authentic Tibetan-Yunnan tapas.

 

The following morning, your breakfast is prepared in the open kitchens at Altitude, which offers delicious international fare throughout the day. In the evening, you';ll enjoy a relaxing massage in a private treatment room at Chi, The Spa before retiring to the comfort of your room to enjoy spectacular views of the Potala Palace and surrounding Himalayas.

 

As the temperature drops in the peaceful night, you marvel at your experience in Lhasa so far. You have found your way to the original Shangri-La.

The hotel comprises 262 contemporary guestrooms and 17 suites, as well as the exclusive Horizon Club Lounge. Rooms are spacious with a minimum size of 43 square metres and suites provide up to 250 square metres of luxurious space.

 

Guests can enjoy stunning views of Potala Palace or the breathtaking mountains and relax among traditional Tibetan architecture and interior design.

The hotel offers Shangri-La's signature dining concepts with Shang Palace and the all-day dining restaurant, Altitude. Lodgers Lounge and Shambala are ideal for a relaxing drink and light meal. All dining outlets draw from Tibetan culture and Lhasa’s unique landscape, and provide seasonal outdoor seating.

Shangri-La Hotel, Lhasa is the first in the city to offer comprehensive Health and Leisure facilities and services under one roof. These include a fully-equipped gym, swimming pool, oxygen lounge and relaxation pavilion, as well as Shangri-La's signature CHI, The Spa.