Xi'an, ChinaXincheng
Sofitel Xian On Renmin Square
Sino-French compound tower
Xincheng Xi'an, China
Renovated
2010
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Heritage LocalOutside the door
The house
AccorSino-French compound tower
A modern French tower sits in a 40,000-square-metre garden compound, just inside Xi'an's ancient Ming city walls.
What it’s good at
Listed
French-accented contemporary interiors sit across the 40,000-square-metre landscaped Renmin Square compound.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Inside, though, there’s a generous helping of local color, from the rich colored fabrics in the rooms…to the rows of vases in the restaurant.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Xincheng Square is right outside, with the ancient Bell Tower a short stroll through the walled city.
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The rooms
Contemporary rooms look out quietly over landscaped gardens, pairing neutral tones with deep accents.
The indoor pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated indoor pool sits under an expansive space-frame skylight, bordered by potted palms and poolside loungers.
The spa and gym
Private spa suites have deep hydrotherapy soaking tubs, and the fitness centre's treadmills look down over the pool.
At the table
Azur serves open-kitchen buffet spreads, and Bar Bambu pours cocktails beside an illuminated bamboo backdrop.
How it began
These grounds once held the Ming Dynasty Prince of Qin's mansion, becoming the provincial government's official guesthouse in 1953.
Xi'an
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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.