China Policy Update — 2 July 2026
policy • 2 July 2026
The **Dali EDITION Hotel** has officially opened in Yunnan, China, nestled between Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake, marking a significant new luxury accommodation option for travellers exploring the region's natural beauty[2]. This opening enhances China’s tourism infrastructure by providing high-end lodging in one of the country’s most picturesque destinations, ideal for those seeking a blend of mountain serenity and lakeside views. In Shanghai, the **Bulgari Hotel** has also opened its doors on Suzhou Creek, offering China’s second Bulgari property with Italian-inspired glamour, a 2,000-square-metre spa featuring Roman baths, and the Niko Romito restaurant celebrating Chinese culinary heritage[4]. This ultra-luxury hotel adds to Shanghai’s growing roster of world-class accommodations, appealing to travellers who value design excellence and premium wellness experiences. These new openings reflect China’s ongoing investment in tourism infrastructure, particularly in luxury hospitality, to support the increasing demand from international visitors, including Australians planning trips to Yunnan and Shanghai. Travellers can now enjoy enhanced comfort and exclusive amenities in these newly opened destinations. According to Hotel News Resource, the Dali EDITION is a key addition to Yunnan’s tourism landscape[2], while ELLE highlights the Bulgari Hotel as a standout for maximum glamour in Shanghai[4].Sources
- https://www.wingedboots.co.uk/magazine/26-new-hotel-openings-for-2026/
- https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/HNR-category-category-Openings.html
- https://www.ihg.com/explore/luxury-hotels
- https://www.elle.com/uk/life-and-culture/travel/a71594588/best-new-hotels-2026-europe-africa-asia/
- https://www.ihgplc.com/en/news-and-media/news-releases/2026/ihg-reaches-over-50-open-and-pipeline-properties-in-italy-with-four-new-hotel-signings