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Shangri-La Kunming
Kunming, China · Shangri-La · High Luxury
Shangri-La Kunming opened in April 2026 as the group's first dual-brand property, pairing 75 rooms with JEN Kunming next door. New York firm AvroKO shaped it as a Tea Merchant's Mansion, a nod to the Ancient Tea Horse Road that carried Yunnan tea by mule caravan to Tibet and beyond for more than a thousand years.
- 75 rooms
- Opened 2026
- Neighborhood: Panlong
- Rooms from 592 sq ft (55 m²)
- Interiors: AvroKO
About Shangri-La Kunming
- The Ancient Tea Horse Road carried Yunnan's pu-erh tea by mule caravan to Tibet, India, and Central Asia from the Tang dynasty onward. Yunnan still originates more than 60 percent of China's pu-erh.
- AvroKO, the New York studio behind The NoMad Hotel, took its first Yunnan commission on this Tea Merchant's Mansion.
- Dian Voyage, the modern Yunnan restaurant, has chefs recognised by both the Michelin Guide and Black Pearl.
- Entry-level rooms start at 592 sq ft (55 m²).
History
Shangri-La Kunming opened in 2026 as the group's first dual-brand project with JEN Kunming by Shangri-La. Rooted in the concept of a Tea Merchant's Mansion, it draws on Yunnan's Ancient Tea Horse Road tradition.
The setting
Situated at No. 88-1 Dongfeng East Road in Kunming's CBD (Panlong District), next to Metro Line 3 Tuodong Stadium station, near Spring City 66 and MixC shopping centers. 14 km from Maotian Mountain Geo National Geopark.
Restaurants and bars
- Dian Voyage — Restaurant
- SUMA Bar — Bar
- Horizon Club Lounge — Room service
Experiences
- SUMA Bar Yunnan-inspired mixology — SUMA Bar, cocreated with SG Group, blends Yunnan-inspired flavors with creative mixology and a journey through regional terroir.
- Horizon Club tea culture experience — Horizon Club celebrates the art of tea, surrounded by exquisite tea ware and cultural classics.
- Explore Kunming — Immersive exploration of local culture and unique experiences in Kunming, presented as part of the hotel's story.
Amenities
- indoor heated pool
- fitness center & yoga room
- Horizon Club Lounge
- Personal Host service
- over 2000m² event space
- family suites
- Spa
- Sauna
- Hot tub
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- Chefs at Dian Voyage recognized by Michelin and Black Pearl
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