Yinzhou Ningbo, China
Opened
2012
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Design Resort LocalOutside the door
The house
HyattJiangnan water-village hideaway
Tranquil courtyards and reflecting pools foster quiet seclusion, enlivened at dusk by traditional Kunqu opera performances beside the water.
“Its 236 rooms and series of low-lying standalone villas have gabled roofs, open courtyards and gentle landscaping that blend discreetly into the surrounding vista.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A contemporary Jiangnan water village arranged with whitewashed pavilions, dark gabled roofs, and stone bridge waterways.
Remarkable
Lakeside grounds featuring private marina cruises, two swimming pools, dragon-boat dining, and open-air pavilion stages.
Remarkable
Immersive Jiangnan culture through Mount Fuquan tea tastings, fresh lake seafood, and daily handmade tangyuan demonstrations.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Wallpaper*.
It’s arranged like a village along the shore of the lake, a sprawling cluster of pavilions and villas, erected in a classically influenced contemporary Chinese style.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Lakeside paths wind past ancient Buddhist temples, centuries-old stone carvings, and terraced tea plantations framing Dongqian Lake.
The rooms
Daybeds sit beside picture windows, while open layouts reveal dark timber furnishings and deep freestanding stone tubs opening onto courtyard gardens.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A heated pool rests under a soaring timber pavilion, and the seasonal infinity pool sits directly on the lakeshore.
The spa
Private treatment pavilions pair Traditional Chinese Medicine bodywork with enclosed stone courtyards and open-air whirlpools.
Restaurant
Dining Boat
Handcrafted dragon boats glide across Dongqian Lake, serving multi-course banquets prepared in onboard show kitchens.
At the table
Red mixes evening cocktails beneath crimson timber pillars, while Seafood House prepares fresh East China Sea and lake catches.
How it began
The resort integrates historic Dayan Village landmarks, repurposing a Qing Dynasty ancestral hall and a seven-century-old temple into communal gathering spaces.
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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.