The Dali EDITION
Marriott International Signs Agreement with New Development Group to Bring EDITION Hotels Brand to Dali in Southwestern China
Marriott International, Inc. recently announced that it has signed an agreement with New Development Group to introduce the EDITION Hotels brand to Dali, a well-known travel destination in Southwestern China for its picturesque natural scenery, diverse ethnic culture, and vibrant nightlife. EDITION is a collection of individualized hotels, seamlessly balancing great design and true innovation to deliver a luxury lifestyle experience. Nestled on a hillside halfway up the Cangshan Mountain, The Dali EDITION, which marks the brand's third property in China, is expected to open in December 2025 and establish a new benchmark for the luxury hotel segment in Yunnan Province.
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At an altitude of 2,090 meters, Dali is well situated on a fertile plateau between the Cangshan Mountain to the west and Erhai Lake to the east. It has traditionally been a significant center on the routes westward from Kunming to the Tibet Autonomous Region. The Dali EDITION will offer convenient accessibility to public transportation, including the Dali Railway Station and Dali Fengyi Airport. The hotel will also allow guests to immerse themselves in natural, cultural and recreational experiences, with its proximity to local attractions such as Cangshan Mountain Scenic Area, Three Pagodas, Dali Old Town, and Dali Stone Mountain Golf Club.
With its interior design led by the acclaimed Shenzhen Cheng Chung Design, The Dali EDITION will remain rooted in the brand's strong sense of simplicity and style. The hotel is expected to offer 150 luxurious, serene guestrooms including suites as well as villas with private pools, most of which will provide breathtaking views of either the Cangshan Mountain or Erhai Lake. The hotel is also slated to feature four signature restaurants and bars, which will offer a selection of exquisite food and beverage options that celebrate culinary innovation and reflect the best of the destination culture. Other planned facilities include the swimming pool, the Fitness Center, The Spa, the Recreational Activities Center, as well as conference and event spaces including a 600-square-meter outdoor lawn.
This signing underscores Marriott International's growing luxury portfolio in Greater China, where the company now has nearly 70 luxury hotels. The unveiling of The Dali EDITION further grows the company's luxury footprint in Southwestern China.