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Rissai Valley Ritz-Carlton

Jiuzhaigou - China

High in the mountains of Sichuan, near the UNESCO-listed Jiuzhaigou Valley, Rissai Valley is defined by altitude, scale and distance. This is not a hotel one stumbles upon. It is reached deliberately, and the effort required becomes part of the experience.

Set at over 2,000 meters above sea level, the resort draws inspiration from Tibetan architecture and culture. Stone structures, layered roofs and textured interiors anchor the property to its surroundings. The effect is grounding, almost monastic, yet softened by the warmth characteristic of the Ritz-Carlton Reserve philosophy.

Rooms and villas open onto sweeping views of forested valleys and distant peaks. Fireplaces, deep soaking tubs and generous terraces encourage guests to remain indoors when the mountain air turns sharp, though the landscape continually pulls attention outward.

Days revolve around nature and culture. Guided hikes, visits to nearby villages and contemplative moments by the fire define the rhythm. The spa incorporates traditional Tibetan wellness practices, emphasizing balance and energy rather than indulgence.

Rissai Valley is introspective in tone. It rewards patience and presence. The luxury here lies not in abundance, but in remoteness, authenticity and the feeling of standing at the edge of something vast and enduring.

Aerial view of a hillside residential area with houses, surrounded by autumn foliage and mountains in the background.
A house surrounded by colorful trees and lush greenery with snow-capped mountains in the background.
Luxury hotel bedroom with wooden decor, a large bed with white sheets, and a bench at the foot of the bed with cushions.
A luxurious hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with chairs and a coffee table, and floor-to-ceiling windows showing mountain scenery with clouds and snow-capped peaks.
Interior of a traditional Asian-style room divided by wooden lattice partitions, with a painting of mountains on the back wall, two lamps, and four chairs.
Living room with large glass doors opening to mountain and forest view, decorated with Asian-inspired furnishings, including a white sofa with red cushions, a black coffee table with a potted plant, and a dining area with red upholstered chairs and a
A cozy living room with a modern gas fireplace surrounded by wooden furniture, bookshelves filled with decorative items, and abstract artwork on the walls.
Three women sitting cross-legged on yoga mats in a meditation class, guided by an instructor, with large windows revealing a scenic mountain landscape outside.
Dining table set with flowers and glassware on a balcony overlooking snow-capped mountains and cloudy sky.
Spa treatment rooms with two massage beds, wooden walls, large window with a view of green trees, and a lamp.
A room with a billiards table, wooden floors, shelves with decorative items, a large painting on the wall, and windows showing trees outside.
Indoor swimming pool with large windows, wooden walls, and cushioned seating area along the side.
A scenic outdoor setting with a stone archway framing a table with a white tablecloth and two chairs, surrounded by leafless birch trees, mountainous landscape with clouds in the background.
A cozy indoor seating area with a wooden table, surrounded by chairs and a sofa, on a red rug, with textured gray stone walls and a colorful abstract painting, pendant lights hanging from the ceiling.
An indoor tub with water and toiletries, overlooking a mountain landscape with clouds and fog through large floor-to-ceiling windows.
A spacious balcony with cream-colored cushioned seating, a small fire pit, and a mountain view with houses, trees, and snow-capped peaks.

Adress: Jiuzhaigou County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan, China

Number of Room: 87 rooms and villas

Average Price per Night : USD 800 to 2,500 per night

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