The Experience

The St. Regis Lhasa Resort

Standing on the “Roof of the World” at 12,000 feet above sea level, The St. Regis Lhasa Resort offers refined luxury and superlative service in a storied city. The resort boasts awe-inspiring views of the Himalayas and the Lhasa Valley from each of the 162 guest rooms, suites and villas which feature distinctive architectural details and décor that entwine modern luxury with traditional Tibetan elements.  The spectacular resort embraces the enchanting natural surroundings and breathtaking mountainous views of Lhasa and is destined to set new standards of service and luxury for Tibet.

The St. Regis Lhasa Resort boasts 150 luxuriously appointed guest rooms and 12 spacious villas and suites, including the Presidential Suite. Seamlessly blending Tibet’s rich culture and exotic natural surroundings, the resort has been designed from the ground up with sustainable features including solar panels, locally-sourced produce and herbs for the resort’s restaurants and an underground waterrecycling system. Guest accommodations feature beautiful residential interiors, custom-designed furniture and spacious marble bathrooms in addition to luxurious linens and amenities such as high-speed internet and plasma televisions in room.

Poised to be the world’s highest luxury spa, Iridium Spa allows guests to renew and refresh mind, body and spirit with a completely customized experience including traditional Tibetan herbal treatments and aromatherapy services using locally cultivated herbs and plants such as cypress and azalea leaves. Five-star luxury meets mystical Tibetan spiritual wellness at the Iridium Room with its ornate gold-tiled heated swimming pool and stunning Meditation Garden for yoga, Pilates or meditation.

The St. Regis Lhasa Resort offers an array of epicurean taste and experiences in a variety of culturally designed settings. Guests can enjoy convenient, all-day dining at the resort’s signature restaurant, Social, featuring with a wide selection of international cuisine or dine at Si Zi Kang, the first gastronomic Tibetan restaurant to savor authentic Tibetan and Nepalese cuisine in a sophisticated and relaxed setting. For Cantonese and Sichuanese cuisine, guests are invited to Yan Ting with six private dining rooms and a diverse menu.
As the first luxury resort in Tibet, The St. Regis Lhasa Resort is also proud to present Decanter by Haut-Brisson, the first wine bar in the region serving over 140 labels of wine, liquors and aged cigars. Also the first of its kind, the Tea Room will offer guests a relaxing afternoon with different blends of local and imported teas, and serving vintage teas aged from 10-25 years.

Lhasa, christened “Place of the Gods” by ancient Tibetans, is the spiritual and political center of Tibet. With its ideal location in the ancient Barkhor area, The St. Regis Lhasa Resort is close to the city’s most important cultural landmarks allowing guests to explore all of the city’s treasures. The resort is only a short walk from the Jokhang Temple or guests can rent a hybrid vehicle from the hotel for a short drive to the stunning Potala Palace, Sera Monastery, Norbulinka and the Drepung Monastery. Other scenic Himalayan destinations such as the Heavenly Lake Namtso and Yandra Yumtso Lake also surround The St. Regis Lhasa Resort. Combining Tibet’s natural beauty and rich heritage with St. Regis’ timeless sophistication, bespoke service and modern luxury, The St. Regis Lhasa Resort’s arrival to China will forever change the landscape of luxury travel in the region.

Terms & Conditions

Currency Policy

The hotel is able to exchange the following foreign currencies: United States Dollars, British Pounds, Euros, Japanese Yen, and Hong Kong Dollars.

Pet Policy

Pets are not allowed.

Visa/Passport Policy

International guests are required to have a special entry permit for Tibet. Please contact your local embassy for more information.

Virtuoso Rates

The Virtuoso contracted rate equals the best unrestricted retail rate of the day in the CRS and include the contracted amenities. SETVIRT must be booked to confirm the contracted amenities. Rates can fluctuate between checking availability and time of reservation. Rates are not guaranteed until confirmation of reservation. Restricted rates such as SPG discounts and rates with special deposit/cancellation conditions are not applicable.Virtuoso Contract Rates will not exceed the published rates listed.

Set 12,000 feet above sea level in the ancient Tibetan capital, The St. Regis Lhasa Resort brings your luxury hotel experience to a whole new level. Overlooking the snowcapped Himalayas and the Potala Palace, the resort features Tibet’s first luxury spa, Iridium, which utilizes traditional healing herbs in its treatments. You’ll find yoga and meditation studios, as well as a bedazzling pool lined with golden tiles. Sip a fine red in the region’s first wine bar before dining on authentic Tibetan and Nepalese cuisine. Retreat to bespoke accommodations with signature St. Regis Butler Service.
In the Know
The Everest Suite is exquisitely designed, with nearly 2,000 square feet of high-tech features and romantic views of the Potala Palace.Distance from Lhasa Airport (LXA): 47 mi/75 km

Travelwizard.com Guests Receive:

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
  • Daily Buffet breakfast, for up to two in room guests
  • $100 USD Resort or Hotel credit, to be utilized during stay
    • (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
  • Early check-in/late check-out
    • subject to availability
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