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The Ritz-Carlton Sanya, Yalong BayvsShangri-La Sanya
Both hotels are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton Sanya, Yalong Bay ranks significantly better than Shangri-La's Sanya Resort & Spa Hainan. The Ritz-Carlton Sanya, Yalong Bay is ranked #5 in Sanya with praise from 5 publications like Forbes Travel Guide, Condé Nast Traveler and Concierge.
The Ritz-Carlton Sanya, Yalong Bay
Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
Gayot
Forbes Travel Guide
Yalong Bay National Resort Area, Sanya 572000
From $249/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Concierge "Some Lagoon rooms... have French doors that open right onto the sand, while an Ocean View room is the best place to take in the South China Sea."
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When to go: November through early March, if you like it less hot and humid.
Condé Nast Traveler99.6
"This Ritz-Carlton makes the most of its greatest asset: its setting along a stretch of white-sand Yalong Bay, backed by green mountains." Full review
Lonely Planet "While some of Yàlóng Bay’s palatial resorts can feel a bit ghost town-y due to Sānyà’s overbuilding, the Ritz is always abuzz." Full review
Gayot "Located in China's only tropical seaside tourism resort."
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Anchoring the southern edge of China’s Hainan Island, The Ritz-Carlton Sanya, Yalong Bay makes quite the first impression." Full review
Shangri-La Sanya Forbes Travel Guide
No.88 Haitang North Road, Haitang Bay, Sanya 572000, China
From $170/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Forbes Travel Guide "Sprawling across 45 lush acres, the resort offers swimming pools, a waterpark, zip lining, an outdoor cinema, scenic gardens, a gym with a yoga lawn and much more. " Full review
