Maritime bay showpiece
A soaring glass dome anchors the light-filled lobby, where wave-inspired architecture nods to Shekou's coastal maritime roots.
What it’s good at
Notable
Curving coastal architecture and maritime motifs reflect the mountain-and-sea setting across light-filled, fluid public spaces.
Listed
Rooms feature Dyson supersonic hairdryers, private sea-view balconies, and available twenty-four-hour butler service.
Listed
A hillside setting between Dananshan and Shenzhen Bay pairs an outdoor pool with multiple dining venues.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
In Shekou, the hotel sits a short walk from Sea World dining and the waterfront Sea World Culture and Arts Center.
The rooms
Select rooms and themed suites feature private open-air terraces framing Shenzhen Bay waters and the green slopes of Dananshan.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The outdoor pool sits on the fifth-floor terrace, looking out over the grounds toward Shekou Mountain.
The spa and gym
Serene Time Spa offers private treatment suites for bodywork, and the gym lines strength equipment along bright windows.
Restaurant
Nan Haitang
This rooftop restaurant serves Beijing and Shandong specialties, with terrace tables set against panoramic skyline views.
At the table
Linglong serves panoramic meals on the 27th floor, and 1872 Lobby Lounge pours themed cocktails at the bar.
How it began
The property reimagines the historic Ming Wah International Conference Center, celebrating China Merchants Group's 1872 shipping heritage.
Good to know
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.