Anantara has officially opened its first hideaway in China at one of Asia’s hottest beach destinations, the Sanya Resort & Spa on Hainan Island.

Located on the shores of the South China Sea, Sanya Resort & Spa is a fun-filled gateway to sun-drenched sands, azure ocean and scenic outdoor pursuits. Guests can explore the resort’s stunning surrounds by kayak or bicycle on one of our guided tours; snorkel in a secluded cove; practise their swing at the nearby Luhuitou Golf Club; learn to surf or sail; and experience the rich diversity of traditional folk culture with fascinating guided tours of local villages.

Anantara has opened the Sanya Resort & Spa on China’s Hainan Island.  

The distinct Hainanese culture that shrouds the island is what makes the area unique. Traditional hand-woven artifacts are a sight to behold, as are dance, music and festival traditions of the indigenous Li clan tribe. The women are known for their unique tattooed faces, an age-old tradition born through wanting to protect the most beautiful women in China from being kidnapped.

The Resort offers a unique destination for groups with a variety of spa treatments, Tai Chi, cooking classes and more.

Within the elegant resort itself, a bevy of other activities are available, from pearl-infused spa treatments and Tai Chi to Hainanese cooking classes and wine and tea guru journeys. Otherwise, guests can take a dip in the pool oasis; enjoy a dinner on the pavilion made with the region’s freshest local produce and seafood; or simply relax in the lush gardens.

With its year-round warm weather and tropical beauty, Sanya Resort & Spa in the aptly named ‘Oriental Hawaii’ is the ideal destination for a luxurious and unique cultural destination.