Sanya, ChinaDadonghai
The Shanhaitian Resort Sanya, Autograph Collection
Fashion-forward coastal resort
Fashion-forward coastal resort
Runway aesthetics replace typical tropical resort decor, setting bold fashion motifs against the waters of Dadonghai Bay.
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Four fashion capitals organize the design scheme at this 216-room Dadonghai Bay resort: Bangkok's P49 Design split rooms into Italian Elegance, French Chic, British Fabulous, and American Classic categories.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Dadonghai Bay sits directly out front, backed by Luhuitou Mountain and the waters of a national coral reef reserve.
The rooms
Categories range from Italian Elegance to American Classic, and selected rooms place deep soaking tubs right beside oceanfront windows.
The infinity pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The third-floor infinity pool looks straight across Dadonghai Bay, ending at a sheltered swim-up bar.
The spa
Four private treatment huts look out over the grounds, and the open beauty bar hosts skincare consultations.
Restaurant
The Reef
Open kitchens prepare fresh local seafood and individual hot pots beneath geometric timber latticework.
At the table
The Pod mixes drinks beneath a metallic bubble ceiling, and its open terrace serves skewers from a live grill.
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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.