Rainforest Retreat Jingmai

A stay among the tea trees

Rainforest Retreat Jingmai is located in Banggai, in the Jingmai Mountain area of southern Yunnan. This guesthouse offers a rural stop away from the cities, surrounded by greenery and tea-growing hills. Its main appeal is the chance to take your time exploring the landscapes and tea culture, rather than heading out every evening. Set among tea hills and tropical forest, it lies close to the traditional villages of Nuogang and Wengji, within the UNESCO World Heritage area.

The stay centres on Jingmai’s ancient tea forests and villages. Wengji and Nuogan are among the places to explore nearby, allowing time for journeys along mountain roads. The idea is to combine walks, discoveries of local architecture and encounters over tea, without trying to see everything in a single day.

The property draws on traditional Dai stilt-house architecture, with an emphasis on wood and natural materials. Accommodation comes in several layouts, from rooms with a large double bed to suites with two double beds and two-bedroom units. For couples and families, choosing the right room category matters as much as the décor: space and layout vary between units.

We would choose this address primarily for its setting and architecture, which complement the experience of exploring Jingmai. It suits travellers who appreciate smaller properties and want time to rest between visits. Think of it as a rural stay surrounded by greenery, rather than an urban hotel with shops and restaurants on the doorstep.