Earthly paradise at high altitude
The high-altitude Shangri-La Hotel is located in the heart of the Himalayas, a stone's throw from the Dalai Lama's traditional residence. Not only for a visit to the famous Potala palace but also to the Norbulingka,the Jokhang temple, the Sera monastery and the sacred lakes in the area, the atmospheric hotel is a perfect base. Elegant, exceptionally comfortable and situated in the most beautiful nature on the roof of the world, Shangri-La is a star-studded hotel that more than lived up to its name.
Tips & tops from Shangri-La Hotel Lhasa:
- 262 rooms, 17 suites and a lounge, all very spacious and decorated in Tibetan style
- If you stay for three months or more, you choose one of the ten contemporary fully equipped 'serviced' apartments
- Sipping oxygen in the oxygen lounge gradually gets you used the altitude
- The cool terrace of the Lodgers Lounge gives magnificent views of Lhasa and the majestic mountains
- Sample local tapas at Shambala, Szechuan cuisine in Shu Garden and international cuisine at Altitude
- Relax during a massage at Chi, Shangri La's 'signature' Spa
- Work on your fitness in the spacious indoor pool or in the fully equipped gym