[2025 Lujiang Hotels] Travel Guide for DAIAO RESORT (Updated Jul)

⛰️Whispering mountain breezes ✨Starry skies within reach Time here seems to slow to half its pace Once I thought mountain living was poetry Only later did I realize what verses could never capture— The warmth of mountain winds brushing against my face ▫️ 🌄【Stumbling into a Miyazaki-esque Comic World】 The moment the wooden door opens, healing begins— Rammed earth walls meet floor-to-ceiling windows in wabi-sabi harmony The 270° view terrace frames the clouds like a floating canvas Mornings begin with birdsong, rolling tea mountains greeting you by the window Watch mist waltz around peaks on rainy days, chase fireflies through bamboo paths when sunny 🔸 🛋️【A Homestay That Feels Like Home】 ▫️Every room features radiant floor heating + fireplace—walk barefoot on aged elmwood floors ▫️Handcrafted clay cups hold Tongcheng Xiaohua tea brewed with mountain spring water ▫️The window-side bathtub steals the show! Soak while sunset paints mountaintops marmalade-orange ▫️The housekeeper's home-cooked meals are divine! Free-range chicken soup with wild bamboo shoots, sweet fermented rice wine that warms the soul 🔸 🎨Mountain Living Experiences ☀️Dawn: Forage wild greens with the host, dew-kissed pants cuffs and all 🌿Noon: Make botanical prints under century-old trees, capturing spring in canvas totes 🌌Night: Lantern-lit hikes to the hilltop observatory, where the Milky Way shimmers like crushed diamonds 🔸 📸Photography Tips: 1️⃣Rammed earth walls + ivy at the entrance—your "Little Forest" moment 2️⃣Infinity pool mirroring mountain vistas—white dresses pop 3️⃣Sunset at the view deck—backlight makes hair glow! 4️⃣Candid side profiles during craft workshops—pure storytelling ▫️ 📍Location: Foot of Dai'ao Mountain, Lujiang County, Hefei, Anhui 🚗Transport: 1-hour drive from Hefei

No urban hustle here 🏙️ 🌱 Only mountain breezes, starry skies, and inner peace If you're also tired of concrete jungles And seeking a secret escape to reconnect with nature Dai'ao Mountain Retreat is absolutely worth it 🌳 ▫️ ✨⛰️ Hidden at the foot of Dai'ao Mountain—where Lujiang, Zongyang, and Tongcheng counties meet—this retreat is hailed as the "Guilin of Central Anhui." Nine peaks rise like giant turtles, with karst landscapes creating surreal vistas of jagged cliffs, caves, and waterfalls. Nestled beside County Road X098, the retreat is enveloped in lush greenery, with air so fresh it feels like a natural oxygen bar. ▫️ 🏡 Stay Experience I booked the Mountain Mist Suite and was awestruck the moment I stepped in! A sprawling 130㎡ space features floor-to-ceiling windows framing the mountains like a living landscape painting. The highlight? A massive terrace where mornings begin with birdsong and tea in a rocking chair, watching mist drift through the peaks. At dusk, lounge under a sky ablaze with stars, serenaded by crickets and rustling leaves—pure romance! ▫️ 🍲 Dining Don’t miss the retreat’s restaurant! Their rustic fusion dishes spotlight hyper-local ingredients (think just-picked freshness), each plate crafted with care. ▫️ 📌 Tips 📍 Address: X098, Lujiang County, Hefei 🚗 Transport: Drive recommended (~1.5hrs from downtown Hefei) 💰 Price: 300+ CNY/person (breakfast included) 🎉 Nearby: Dai'ao Mountain Scenic Area, Taohualing Happy Valley

Just a 1-hour drive from Hefei lies a hidden gem—the "Little Guilin of Central Anhui" 📍Dai'ao Mountain, Lujiang—an underestimated treasure of a mountain ✔️Hiking ✔️Sunset views ✔️Staying at the mountain's foothills hotel ✔️Trying local farmhouse cuisine Explore the landscapes and embrace a slow, healing escape—discover the best of Hefei's surroundings! 🌳Dai'ao Mountain in Lujiang is hailed as the "Little Guilin of Central Anhui." At 270 meters above sea level, it takes just 30 minutes to reach the summit. 🌨️The mountain boasts natural waterfalls and bizarre rock formations, making it a perfect summer retreat for water fun near Hefei. 🧊 🍃After a day of adventure, unwind at the hidden gem hotel at the foot of Dai'ao Mountain—Le Fuqiang·Dai'ao Mountain Residence. Nestled against the mountain, the hotel harmonizes with bamboo forests and babbling streams, immersing you in nature. 🛏️ Stay in a Scenic Energy Field 🔸Floor-to-ceiling windows + terrace tea seating—lie in bed and watch the sea of clouds roll over Dai'ao Mountain, with mountain breezes carrying floral scents right to your nose. 🌸 🔸Complimentary fruit basket, exquisite tea set, smart toilet…even the shower gel has a herbal fragrance—Hefei locals would say it’s "chengtan" (utterly comfortable). 🔸The outdoor blue pool faces Dai'ao Mountain—summer water fun here is pure joy! 😆 🍴 A Taste of Mountain Wilderness 🔸Crispy fried shrimp, braised small crucian carp, steamed pork with rice flour, farmhouse amaranth…the flavors of Lujiang are unbeatable. 🔸Afternoon tea treats are as delicious as they are photogenic! Sip iced coffee, nibble on cake, and snap fresh, stylish shots by the pool. 📸 💡 Tips ⛰️For hiking, enter through the main gate of Dai'ao Mountain Residence—stone steps, ancient paths, and pavilion viewpoints offer stunning scenery along the way. 🌳Nearby attractions: Lunan Sichuan-Tibet Line, Shili Changchong Hiking Trail, Jintang Lake, Six-Foot Lane, Kongcheng Old Street, and more. 👀Book your room in advance! Especially terrace rooms—weekends are often fully booked! 📍Address: Inside Dai'ao Mountain Scenic Area, Leqiao Town, Lujiang County, Hefei P.S.: Dai'ao Mountain Scenic Area is free to enter, and parking is also free!