Ritz-Carlton, Sanya

Set on Yalong Bay, this luxury resort is one of the best in the city with a private beach, 450 rooms and suites, and 33 luxury villas which come with private pools and balconies overlooking the Yalong Bay. Seven restaurants and bars offer a range of cuisines and ambiences. For local flavour, try the fresh seafood and barbecue at Sand, the beachfront restaurant. Guests can unwind at the large spa, which is operated and designed by the well-known brand – ESPA. The spa offers a range of traditional Chinese holistic treatments, aromatherapies and salon services. The hotel has four swimming pools, including a beach-facing infinity edge pool; a fitness centre and tennis courts. An array of water sports and golfing facilities can also be organised on request.