The St. Regis Lhasa Resort is perched on an elevated site not far from the Lhasa River. The architect intentionally oriented the building to the northwest, knowing that for every traveler to Lhasa, the Potala Palace is the ultimate pilgrimage destination. The Potala Palace, Marpori Hill, courtyard palaces, and their reflections in the water transform miraculously throughout the cycle of night, morning, and day. As the designer behind ten Aman resorts (including Aman Summer Palace in Beijing), Gathy has a unique talent for weaving local culture into his modern aesthetic. He cites Sera Monastery as a key inspiration for the St. Regis Lhasa, and indeed, the resort emanates a timeless sense of history much like the 15th-century monastery. Here, Gathy interprets luxury as raw, authentic, and romantic. Guests can savor sweeping views of Tibet’s rolling mountains while enjoying spacious living areas, bespoke furnishings, and refined amenities.
