Sanya

Travel Guide
Guanyin Statue of Hainan which includes a monument, flowers and a square or plaza
Visit “China’s Hawaii” to discover a tropical getaway featuring white-sandy beaches, forested mountains, monkey-filled jungle and towering monuments to Buddha.

Sanya is a laid back city on the southern tip of Hainan Island, and marks the southernmost point of China. Known as “China’s Hawaii”, Sanya features stunning beaches and a tropical climate. Enjoy seaside activities like swimming, scuba diving and sailing. Hike up the forested peaks of the city’s surrounding mountains and admire the lush tropical flora.

Unpack your bags and head to Dadonghai Beach to enjoy kilometres of white sand. Soak up Sanya’s famous sunshine, swim in the clear tropical waters and refresh yourself with a freshly cut coconut. If you’re feeling energetic, follow the esplanade trail east to the hilltop lookout enjoy views of the beach and surrounding mountains.

Explore Nanshan Temple, which features a monumental 108-metre (354-foot) statue of the bodhisattva Guan Yin. The temple grounds contain an expansive tropical garden dotted with shrines and statues dedicated to Buddha. 

You’ll find beautiful forested parkland at the peak of Mount Luhuitou. This mountaintop also features magnificent views of the city and a monument to one of the region’s most famous love stories. For more great views, take a ride on China’s longest over-water cable car to Nanwan Monkey Island. Here you’ll meet hundreds of macaques roaming free in a dense jungle habitat. 

Explore downtown Sanya to find a diverse range of souvenir shops selling artisanal crafts and gifts. Food vendors set up in the late afternoons, filling the streets with barbecue smoke as they grill freshly caught seafood. Seafood restaurants also line the beach and outdoor karaoke gets the party started as night falls.

Sanya Phoenix International Airport connects the area to other major cities around China. A high-speed train connects Sanya to Haikou and other cities along the east coast of Hainan Island. The city’s bus system is efficient and inexpensive. Many destinations around Sanya are also easy to reach by foot or taxi. The tropical climate keeps Sanya’s waters warm year-round.

Sanya Yazhou Bay Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton
Sanya Yazhou Bay Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 out of 5
Creative New City Yazhou Bay, Sanya, Hainan, 572000
The price is S$94 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
S$94
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Sanya. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Sanya Daxiaodongtian Area and Nanshan Buddhism ...
8/10 Very Good! (8 reviews)
"Very new ally built resort, beautiful rooms. Staff were helpful but some were poorly trained (new hotel?). This resort still has areas that are unfinished, such as the G Club, the villas and other amenities. It is also far (1.5 hour drive) from Sanya City. Not much to do or eat in this area...you’ll ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jan,2019

Sanya Yazhou Bay Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton
Sheraton Sanya Resort
Sheraton Sanya Resort
5 out of 5
Yalong Bay National Resort Dis, Sanya, Hainan, 572000
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$122 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
S$122
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Sanya. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (86 reviews)
"Amazing trip with pretty well stay"

Reviewed on 2 Jan,2023

Sheraton Sanya Resort
Atlantis Sanya
Atlantis Sanya
5 out of 5
North Haitang Bei Road, Haitang Bay Sanya, Sanya, 572013
The price is S$514 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
S$514
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Sanya. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (161 reviews)
cold
"the temperature of swimming pool is too cold to be going swimming. It is not so good, I suggest to the hotel need to improve it."

Reviewed on 8 Jan,2023

Atlantis Sanya
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Sanya Shanggong Rehabilitation Villa
Sanya Shanggong Rehabilitation Villa
3.5 out of 5
Near 223 National Highway, Qingtian li Miao Style Town, Sanya, Hainan, 572000
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly villa in Sanya. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 3 meeting rooms. Popular attractions Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest ...
Sanya Shanggong Rehabilitation Villa
Sanya Jiji Island Holiday Apartment
Sanya Jiji Island Holiday Apartment
1 out of 5
No.1C, Pharse 1, Jade Community, Yalong Bay Tourist Area, Sanya, Hainan, 572016
Stay at this apartment in Sanya. Enjoy room service, on-site parking and airport pick-up service. Popular attractions Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park ...
Sanya Jiji Island Holiday Apartment
Oakwood Apartments Sanya
Oakwood Apartments Sanya
4 out of 5
No.118 Huixin Road, Sanya, Hainan, 572000
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Sanya. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Pearl Mall and Sanya International ...
Oakwood Apartments Sanya
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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