Mission Hills Haikou Haikou, China
Opened
2017
Price
$$$
Rated for
Luxe Resort DesignOutside the door
The house
MarriottVolcanic fairway clubhouse
Locker-room camaraderie meets quiet fairway seclusion, where golfers gather for post-round whiskies and tranquil views across the links.
“Its striking facade blends modern elegance with traditional Chinese design to offer you an immersive experience from the moment you set foot inside its marble-clad lobby.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Spacious guest rooms and sixteen standalone pool villas paired with dedicated Club Lounge concierge service.
Notable
Fairway-side living across the Mission Hills complex, featuring ten championship golf courses and a dedicated golf academy.
Listed
Clubhouse-inspired interiors featuring dark wood panelling, tartan stone flooring patterns, and antique leather accents throughout.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
The Ritz-Carlton is at the northern end of the complex: 200-plus rooms, 16 private pool villas, a golf academy, and a spa built around the area's volcanic mineral springs.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Surrounded by ten championship courses, the resort sits tucked away in Longhua District on the volcanic plains of northern Hainan.
The rooms
Rooms feature private balconies over the greens and marble bathrooms, while standalone villas add private plunge pools and soaring ceilings.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Submerged loungers line the outdoor swimming pool, set on a wide stone terrace framed by palm trees.
The spa
Seven private treatment suites feature marble soaking tubs, offering post-round bodywork and hot stone rituals.
The gym
Cardio machines and free weights line the fitness centre before floor-to-ceiling windows looking over the grounds.
Restaurant
Tin Lung Heen
Cantonese classics and daily dim sum are served around banquet tables set beneath crystal chandeliers.
The Ritz-Carlton Bar & Lounge
Volcanic stone columns and carved marble archways define this lobby lounge, serving afternoon tea and evening whiskies.
At the table
Terra prepares Italian fare beneath exposed brick ceilings, and the Club Lounge serves light bites throughout the day.
How it began
Opened in 2017, the resort was built directly atop ancient lava bedrock across northern Hainan Island's massive Mission Hills estate.
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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.