Mandarin Oriental, Sanya
China
Mandarin Oriental, Sanya spreads around Coral Bay on Hainan’s southern coast. Rooms, suites, pavilions and villas combine contemporary design with Hainanese touches, with private balconies or terraces looking towards gardens or the South China Sea. Selected villas add private pools, gardens and outdoor dining areas. The resort’s restaurants include seaside seafood at Fresh, Hainan-inspired dishes at Yi Yang and handmade noodles at Mee & Mian. Outdoor swimming pools and ocean-facing tennis courts provide ways to spend time outside, while the spa occupies a group of villas with private sauna and shower facilities. Tai chi and tea sessions add quieter activities. The combination of gardens, varied accommodation and bay views suits a stay centred on the resort itself.