Best Luxury Hotels in China

Stylish, confident, and welcoming, The Hari Hong Kong melds the commercial polish of nearby Causeway Bay with the creative energy and design-forward spirit of neighbouring Wan Chai. Rising 30 storeys above Lockhart Road, the hotel comprises 210 rooms and suites, including three expansive rooftop Signature Suites. Interiors are the work of celebrated British designer Tara Bernerd, whose signature aesthetic blends warm, layered textures with an elegant, modern residential feel. The hotel opened in December 2020 as the sibling property to The Hari London, bringing the brand’s ethos of tailored hospitality and refined design to the heart of Hong Kong Island. It represents the vision of Dr. Aron Harilela, Chairman and CEO of Harilela Hotels, who has distilled over four decades of experience into this independent luxury brand. With its rich design language, lively dining venues, and curated art programme, The Hari Hong Kong is more than just a stylish address, it’s a cultural and social hub, and a distinctive addition to the city’s luxury hotel scene.

If space is at the top of your wishlist, book one of the Mandarin Oriental’s 293 rooms and suites. Its largest offers two bedrooms, a dining room, study, walk-in wardrobe, dressing chamber, epic views and round the clock butler service. The interiors by Tony Chi are sophisticated, contemporary and glamorous, with a mixture of deep rich colours and soothing neutrals. Chef Fei creates traditional Cantonese cuisine at Jiang, while fresh grilled seafood takes centre stage at Ebony. Situated in the vibrant downtown area of Tian He and with a renowned wellness centre and stunning outdoor pool, it’s possible to combine relaxation with excitement at this well-known five-star chain.

Marriott’s funky W hotels are popular with younger travellers, seeking trendy luxury with a fun vibe. Interiors are glamorous, with bold colourful accents. 317 rooms at W Guangzhou are spread over 30 floors, with flat-screen TVs and minibars. The top-end suites are true party pads with Bose sound systems, karaoke rooms, wine cellars, balconies and whirlpool tubs. There are two great bars for late-night libation, a bistro, a restaurant offering gourmet Asian cuisine. W also has a fantastic spa, gym and an indoor pool – a hotel highlight – with a green living wall and city views.

The welcome at Four Seasons is an impressive one. As you enter the striking glass lobby with a birds’ eye view in this hotel’s skyscraper home, you know you’re in the presence of greatness. Situated close to the Canton Tower and Guangdong Museum. There are seven stylish restaurants and lounges including the Michelin-starred Yu Yue Heen, Catch, a seafood restaurant on the 100th floor and Kumoi for sushi, yakitori and teppanyaki. Meeting facilities and a business centre are available, as well as function suites for special events. And be sure to take a swim in the clouds at the hotel’s beautiful infinity pool.

Set within the lush Yangxian Ecotourism Resort in Yixing, Yada Xishan Hotel Yixing introduces The Unbound Collection by Hyatt to this culturally rich region of China for the first time. Surrounded by tea plantations, bamboo groves and historic landmarks, this 102-room spiritual hideaway blends traditional Jiangnan aesthetics with refined modern comfort. Each room—including 17 suites—features elegant interiors, luxurious bedding, French casement windows, and private courtyards or balconies, offering guests a serene connection to nature and the surrounding landscape.

Dining includes JUNIAN, a modern Chinese restaurant showcasing seasonal Jiangnan flavours, while the Lobby Lounge serves all-day refreshments and local afternoon tea in an elegant setting. The Brook bar offers drinks and light bites, indoors or al fresco. With a pillarless 600 sqm ballroom, stylish salons and outdoor venues, the hotel caters to elegant gatherings. Wellness facilities include a 24-hour gym, heated indoor pool, and Camp Hyatt for children. Designed to inspire calm, creativity, and cultural immersion, Yada Xishan Hotel Yixing is a refined escape rooted in the beauty of Yunnan’s natural and artistic heritage.
Set within the lush Yangxian Ecotourism Resort in Yixing, Yada Xishan Hotel Yixing introduces The Unbound Collection by Hyatt to this culturally rich region of China for the first time. Surrounded by tea plantations, bamboo groves and historic landmarks, this 102-room spiritual hideaway blends traditional Jiangnan aesthetics with refined modern comfort. Each room—including 17 suites—features elegant interiors, luxurious bedding, French casement windows, and private courtyards or balconies, offering guests a serene connection to nature and the surrounding landscape.

Dining includes JUNIAN, a modern Chinese restaurant showcasing seasonal Jiangnan flavours, while the Lobby Lounge serves all-day refreshments and local afternoon tea in an elegant setting. The Brook bar offers drinks and light bites, indoors or al fresco. With a pillarless 600 sqm ballroom, stylish salons and outdoor venues, the hotel caters to elegant gatherings. Wellness facilities include a 24-hour gym, heated indoor pool, and Camp Hyatt for children. Designed to inspire calm, creativity, and cultural immersion, Yada Xishan Hotel Yixing is a refined escape rooted in the beauty of Yunnan’s natural and artistic heritage.

Rising 51 stories above the city, The St. Regis Shenzhen Bao’an brings timeless elegance, bespoke service, and sophisticated design to one of China’s most dynamic districts. Designed by André Fu, the hotel blends New York’s glamour with Shenzhen’s innovative spirit, offering 289 refined rooms and suites with panoramic views and signature St. Regis Butler Service.

Guests can indulge in four exceptional dining venues, including Yan Ting for modern Cantonese cuisine, The St. Regis Bar with its exclusive Bay Mary cocktail, The Drawing Room for the brand’s signature Afternoon Tea, and The Astor Terrace Bar, a rooftop retreat with fine wines and handcrafted cocktails. The St. Regis Spa, 25-metre infinity pool, and state-of-the-art Fitness Centre provide a sanctuary of relaxation and wellness.

With over 1,000 square metres of event space, including the Astor Ballroom, the hotel is ideal for both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations. Located just 15 kilometres from Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport and close to key cultural and business hubs, The St. Regis Shenzhen Bao’an sets a new benchmark for luxury in the city.

Situated in the heart of the Cotai Strip, Londoner Grand, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Macao blends Macao’s East-meets-West heritage with refined British elegance. Inspired by London’s Georgian architecture, the hotel features 2,405 stylish rooms and suites, including the exclusive Paiza Grand, offering 313 ultra-luxurious suites with dedicated butler service. Guests can indulge in five distinctive dining concepts, from international buffets at Hampton Court to dim sum and British pub fare at The Conservatory, alongside a soon-to-open Sichuan restaurant. The Royal Pool offers private cabanas with premium amenities, while the Health Club provides state-of-the-art fitness facilities. A tranquil spa with 15 treatment rooms, a grand ballroom spanning 52,647 square feet, and 161 breakout spaces make it a prime venue for events. Just minutes from cultural landmarks, Londoner Grand seamlessly combines authentic Macao experiences with The Luxury Collection’s signature sophistication.

Our third Pacific Place Mall Hotel was the first Asian Marriot property, established in 1989. It houses 602 rooms, each with luxurious seven-layer mattresses, pillow menus and capsule coffee machines. Swim year-round in the outdoor heated pool, enjoy a massage at the spa and dine at the award-winning Man Ho Restaurant. Feast on a top-class breakfast buffet or eat at the beach styled Fish Bar with a menu including the fresh catch of the day and seafood. With direct access to the MTR, it’s an ideal base for exploring this fascinating area.

Classic luxury is always on tap at the Ritz. This one is located in Kowloon, on floors 102 to 118 of the International Commerce Centre. There are Michelin-starred restaurants, two bars and a dedicated caviar bar. Don’t miss the spa and indoor infinity pool – a swim here is an ethereal experience, with a mirrored ceiling and an LED display wall. The Ritz is a great option for parents, with ample facilities – the staff will even create indoor night safari adventures to keep little ones entertained after dark. And for those wishing to party, head to the Ozone rooftop lounge, with Asian tapas, cocktails and a DJ.

Owned by the Marriot group, this funky upscale hotel chain is beloved by the trendy jet set. Found above the huge Elements Mall, it’s home to many a glitzy rooftop pool party. But it’s perhaps best known for its epic boozy Sunday brunch buffet, so large, diners are furnished with a map on arrival. Here the champagne flows, while endless fine food stations ensure you’re truly spoilt for choice. There are 393 rooms – some with glimpses of the harbour – decorated in notably calmer tones than the public areas, two restaurants, a cocktail bar and the Bliss Spa.

Boasting beautiful interiors and cutting-edge style from top Asian designer Andre Fu, the mountain and harbour views here are to die for. Found on Pacific Place above a glitzy mall, there are 117 rooms and suites, decorated in a warming, soothing style with bamboo, limestone and woollen textiles. There’s an eco-friendly vibe with hybrid hire cars for hire, paperless checkouts and organic food. The in-house restaurant, Café Gray Deluxe is renowned, as is its chic adjacent bar, popular with well-heeled business people.

Stay just a little way from Hong Kong Island, in the hubbub of colourful Kowloon. Hotel Icon, owned by Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has Asia’s largest vertical indoor garden designed by French botanist Patrick Blanc and a Green Cafe – providing a welcome change in a sea of skyscrapers, walkways and roads. Hotel Icon also has 262 rooms, oodles of Chinese artwork, an outdoor pool, three restaurants and an elite glitzy club lounge with free drinks and snacks (for those choosing to upgrade).