The Linden Centre Dali

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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

The Linden Center is an award-winning boutique hotel offering the intrepid traveler an inspiring exploration into Southwest China. The property, renovated by the Lindens, is one of their attempts to preserve local Bai heritage and introduce curious travelers to a different side of China.The Linden Center has been consistently ranked as a top Dali hotel, and has gained international recognition for its commitment to cultural sustainability and heritage preservation. Free Wi-Fi access is available. All rooms have an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and bathrobes. The facilities here are nationally protected heritage sites that have been professionally restored by the Linden team to their former dynastic elegance. There is a designated smoking area for smokers. At The Linden Center you will find a terrace. You can work out in the fitness center and participate in an array of activities including billiards and table tennis. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge, a tour desk and luggage storage. For business travelers, hotel provide free fax and photocopying. Besides, surcharged shuttle service can be reserved in advance. The property offers free parking. Chargeable yoga classes and photography service are provided. There is a restaurant and café on site serving Chinese food with a selection of seasonal delicacies. Chefs can cater to special dietary needs and allergies.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Asian, Buffet

  • FREE parking!

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Zachary
United States United States
“As Brian likes to say, "​"Isn't it a joy to have friends come from afar?"(有朋自远方来，不亦乐乎?) Sincere cultural immersion in the historic Bai courtyard home lovingly restored into the Linden Centre. While we narrowly missed Brian & Jennie as they...”
Lucy
Australia Australia
“The lovely people who work there are always willing to help. They go above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and to enjoy the surrounding environment. They were exceptional in arranging transportation beyond their area.”
Pan
United States United States
“It was a great experience for me and my family. The location is great, and meeting Brian was the highlight for my kids. It was truly a privilege to be able to step back in time and spent a few nights here.”
Rachel
Hong Kong Hong Kong
“Great location - just a few steps away from the hustle and bustle of Xizhou. Good food, nice ambiance, cool bar area and relaxing tatami room. Great terrace overlooking the fields. Brian and Jeanne Linden were on hand. Very charismatic and...”
Zu
Singapore Singapore
“Beautiful place in a traditional Bai courtyard house. The service is impeccable, and the team there is fantastic. Our stay came with a free afternoon tea set and a tour around Xizhou in the morning. Xizhou is also 2km from the shores of Lake...”
Christopher
Australia Australia
“Perfect stay! Staff were incredibly helpful, especially DanDan, who gave us a free market tour and tour of the building- having that time with her meant we learnt so much we wouldn't have otherwise. Breakfast was delicious, as was the welcome...”
Robin
China China
“Loved the attention to details, beautiful setting and sense of tranquility within the hotel grounds. The elevated terrace area was ideal to stop and relax and enjoy the scenery.”
Leonard
Singapore Singapore
“Clean, rustic and quiet. Staff is very friendly and attended to our needs. Hotel owner is also very friendly. He greeted us in the morning, helped his staff to serve breakfast and chatted with us. The hotel is located in Xizhou ancient town. It’s...”
Giovanni
France France
“L’emplacement au cœur du village de Xizhou. La gentillesse du personnel. La beauté de la maison traditionnelle et les moustiquaires pour éviter les moustiques. Le déjeuner traditionnel chinois très copieux”
Samira
China China
“Es hat uns total gut gefallen im Linden Centre bei Brian, den wir sogar persönlich kennenlernen konnten, zu übernachten. Es ist wirklich beeindruckend mit wie viel Liebe er die Unterkunft im alten Stil renoviert hat und mit wie viel Engagement er...”

Managed by 林登夫妇在开业典礼

Company review score: 9.9Based on 20 reviews from 5 properties
5 managed properties

Company info

My name is Brian Linden and I am a Chicago native who began working in China as a CBS cameraman in 1985. During the two years I was involved in interviews with Chinese leaders. I pursued graduate work at University of Illinois and Stanford and then worked on education projects and investment for international schools and education firms for 15 years before refocusing my passion, time and skills on a project of my own. My wife's name is Jeanee Linden and her love affair with China began with her involvement with the Cameron House community in San Francisco’s China town. She had an early passion for outdoor and community leadership with Cameron House and stood out in her large Cantonese-American family as the only cousin of 35 to invest time in understanding her family’s heritage and language. Jeanee pursued graduate studies at UC San Francisco and a career in nursing before permanently venturing back to China in 2007.

Property info

The award-winning Linden Centre is recommended for guests seeking immersion in Chinese culture. Located in Xizhou, a Bai minority village with thousands of years of history, around 17 km north of Dali’s old town. Situated between the foothills of the towering Cangshan mountains and the boundlessly blue Erhai lake (3km), Xizhou enjoys beautiful scenery and a pleasant spring climate all year round. The Linden Centre is consistently listed as the top hotel in its region and doubles as a model for cultural heritage protection and has received international recognition as a model for sustainable development. The Linden Centre was originally built as a private residence by Yang Pinxiang, a local businessman trading on the Tea-Horse Road in the early 20th century. The site has been carefully restored to its original grandeur, preserving the traditional materials, artwork, and wood carvings and still includes three courtyards and a lush private garden and terrace overlooking rice paddies beyond the Centre’s walls. At The Linden Centre, the magnificent history of Chinese culture is accessible to every guest. We stand apart from other boutique hotels by prioritizing experience over

Neighborhood info

We are about 5 min. walking distance from the centre of Xizhou town which houses nearly 100 old Bai architecture, is rich in tea horse road culture, and where the local Bai people makes visitors very welcome. Biking from the centre for around 15 min., you will find yourself near the Er’hai lakeside. You can take your time enjoying the beautiful view and also take tons of great photos here. Zhoucheng village, the home of Indigo tie-dye, is about 10 min. drive north from us. Our travel curators can take you to local family workshops to experience the tie-dye making. If you want to go to Dali Ancient town, we could assist in arranging transportation and give you tips on what to visit there. At the end of a long day, you can always return to the peaceful and quiet Xizhou for a good restful night. In addition, the Linden Centre’s concierge is happy to help arrange tours and luggage storage, and our business travelers have free and full use of our front office’s printer and photocopying services. Our concierge can help arrange transportation at a fee upon request, and we offer free parking.

Languages Spoken

English,Chinese

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Chinese • Local
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional

Amenities of The Linden Centre Dali

Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
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Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
CNY 260 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
CNY 260 per person, per night

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Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

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Guests are required to show a valid government-issued ID card or passport upon check-in.

Please inform The Linden Centre Dali of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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