I was at Amandayan for a weekend about a month ago. It's not a very large property but it was incredibly charming. Arguably my favourite now of the ones I've visited. I did not get to meet the manager but Erica was wonderful.

There's a lot to do in Lijiang and I thought it was the most "authentic" place in China that I have visited (not too many to compare it with though). The guide they provided me, Abel, was knowledgeable, accommodating and first rate. I highly recommend the excursions.

The rooms and the architecture were beautiful. Soundproofing could be improved as the all-wooden structures can get noisy especially as people move around in the morning. The pool was absolutely gorgeous and just the right temperature.

Food was so-so but the service was excellent (bordering on excessive... the kind waitress did NOT really have to replace my knife after it fell on my place-mat). Still, the thought was appreciated.

Spa treatment was also among the best I've had.

Again, solid and wonderful property worthy of the Aman name at its finest.