Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, is the first Reserve-tier property in China. Located in the hidden Zhongcha Valley of Jiuzhaigou, this all-villa sanctuary was designed by the late architectural legend Jaya Ibrahim to serve as a contemporary homage to traditional Tibetan village life.
Highlights
- Opened in 2023 the Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve — China's first Reserve-tier property, designed by the late Jaya Ibrahim.
- UNESCO World Heritage Gateway Jiuzhaigou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and World Biosphere Reserve renowned for its multi-level waterfalls and iridescent "jewel" lakes.
- Exclusive Villa Living each of the 87 standalone villas features floor-to-ceiling windows and private terraces with panoramic views of the Tibetan-inspired valley landscape.
- Personalized "Nieba" Service a dedicated Tibetan butler who provides intuitive, 24-hour care and curates bespoke local itineraries.
- Tibetan Wellness & Rituals The Rissai Spa integrates ancient healing modalities, offering unique experiences like singing bowl sound therapy, waterfall yoga, and treatments based on Tibetan herbal wisdom.
- Immersive Cultural Design The resort’s architecture follows the motif of the "endless Tibetan knot," housing museum-grade local art and hosting authentic Zhaxi Dele blessing ceremonies for arriving guests.
Inside Rissay Valley, Ritz-Carlton Reserve
