In Xishuangbanna, Encounter a Slice of Mediterranean Slow Living

The hustle of Gaozhuang ends here. Saibaan Hotel, a pristine white Mediterranean-style building, resembles a tropical dream that drifted here by chance. At dawn, sunlight filters through lush greenery, casting dappled light on the white colonnades, while the pool shimmers with rippling blue—for a moment, you might swear you hear the Aegean breeze. Just steps away from the bustling Starlight Night Market, this oasis offers serene seclusion. Around the corner, Dai-style food stalls waft the aroma of lemongrass-grilled fish, while you can sip on Laotian iced coffee and watch clouds drift by from the terrace. The butler always appears at just the right moment—handing you a parasol or a hand-drawn map of local delicacies. A schedule-free journey is the ultimate luxury. When Gaozhuang’s nights glow with lights, you can lounge on the courtyard daybed counting stars—some moments are meant to be "wasted" without guilt!