 The Raffles
Beijing
One of the latest additions to the Beijing hotel landscape is within easy walking distance to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, and offers all of the sophistication and elegance that one would expect from a Raffles property. We recommend staying in the Landmark Building, built in 1900, where the grand lobby and sweeping curved staircase leads to quiet hallways lined with Oriental rugs and antiques. Rooms are quite possibly the most spacious in Beijing, with flat-screen televisions, marble bathrooms, and carefully chosen Chinese accent pieces. Don’t miss the indoor swimming pool, one of the nicest in Beijing, and be sure try high tea or dinner at one of the four restaurants in the hotel.
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 The Peninsula Beijing
Beijing
This elite Peninsula Group hotel offers luxury, convenience, and comfort.
The Peninsula is centrally located in the heart of Beijing, right off of
the capital's liveliest pedestrian shopping street, and within walking distance to
the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. The concierge services are considered
the best in the city. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool, flat-screen
televisions in every room, a fully-equipped gymnasium, massage service,
and several restaurants serving international cuisine.
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 Aman at Summer Palace
Beijing
Located adjacent to the Summer Palace, the Amanresorts' Beijing property takes full advantage of its magnificent location, with pathways and formal gardens that almost make it seem an extension of the palace itself. Occupying a series of historic dwellings (some of which were originally guest quarters for palace visitors) that have been lovingly restored, suites are arranged in the traditional Chinese courtyard style. The design of the property pays tribute to the Ming Dynasty period, with Jin clay floor tiles, exposed roof beams, bamboo blinds and wooden screens. The overall aesthetic Several restaurants offer an array of cuisine, from Japanese-French fusion to western fare and, of course, traditional Cantonese. The Aman Spa has nine treatment rooms and a comprehensive menu of treatment offerings.
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Grand Hyatt
Beijing
The Grand Hyatt is one of Beijing's most stylish and conveniently located deluxe hotels. All rooms are spacious and contemporary, with floor-to-ceiling windows and a glass-walled "shower tower" for the ultimate in relaxation. The property also boasts the largest hotel swimming pool in China, nestled in a tropical theme setting, and modern spa amenities. Western travelers who miss the tastes of home will appreciate the hotel's several restaurants; gourmet French cuisine, tasty Italian fare, and fresh pastries are all available, in addition to top-notch Cantonese.
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St. Regis
Beijing
Historically considered the most deluxe property in Beijing and the favorite
for a long list of dignitaries, journalists, and government officials,
the St. Regis is located in the diplomatic area of the city. It has a
tradition of unparalleled hospitality and service, and offers a unique
variety of room categories, each with its own style and character. Half
of the 273 rooms are suites that fit each individual guest's needs and
desires for a perfect stay in one of the most vivacious cities in China.
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The Portman Ritz-Carlton
Shanghai
Named "the best hotel in Shanghai" by numerous business magazines, the Portman Ritz Carlton is centrally located in downtown Shanghai, right on the liveliest commercial street in the city, Nanjing Road, and close to top sites. This hotel offers excellent rooms and service, including Club Floor rooms with extra amenities. The Portman Ritz-Carlton has three fabulous restaurants offering gourmet Cantonese, Japanese and Western cuisine. Its Health Club, situated on three floors, is the largest in Shanghai. Other facilities include the steambath, solarium and massage, indoor and outdoor pools, squash, tennis, and racquetball courts.
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The Peninsula Shanghai
Shanghai
This relative newcomer was eagerly anticipated for two important reasons: its unbeatable location on the Bund and the fact that it bears the brand of one of the most respected names in the hospitality industry. By all accounts, the debut of the Peninsula Shanghai has not disappointed: its 235 sleek Art Deco-styled rooms and suites are the largest in the city and offer breathtaking views over the Huangpu River and city skyline. Of course, the famous Peninsula high tea is served in the elegant lobby and the spa offers both Chinese treatments and western therapies. Though some areas of the hotel remain under construction and not all the facilities are fully operational yet, there is every reason to expect that the Peninsula will be a Shanghai favorite for years to come.
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Seasons Shanghai
Shanghai
As the first Four Seasons property in mainland China, this ultra-modern
37-story hotel sets a very high standard - rooms are spacious
and tastefully elegant, right down to the sparkling marble bathrooms. The
hotel is ideally located in the heart of downtown Shanghai, close to the
main shopping and entertainment districts such as the French Concession
and the Shanghai Museum. After a busy day of urban exploration, guests can
take a dip in the indoor pool, relax tired muscles in the sauna, or work
out in the state-of-the-art fitness center before an evening cocktail on
the rooftop lounge. With six restaurants in the hotel, guests have an abundance
of dining options - be sure to sample the traditional flavors of Shanghai
in the Cantonese restaurant, Si Ji Xuan.
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Banyan Tree Hangzhou
Hangzhou
Nestled within China’s first wetland reserve, Xixi National Wetland Park, the Banyan Tree Hangzhou is the ideal base to discover the natural beauty and cultural legacy of this area. Teeming with wetland wildlife and located near historical gems like Plum Villa and Autumn Snow Temple, the resort is conveniently located only twenty minutes from downtown Hangzhou. Local materials and art inform the design of this unique resort, from slate gray tiled roofs and ivory walls to the intricately carved furnishings and hand painted silk brocades that decorate the 72 suites and villas. With modern comforts like private outdoor heated jet pools in each villa, an extensive wellness facility with a stunning spa, beauty salon, gym, swimming pool and yoga studio, and choice of restaurants, the Banyan Tree Hangzhou has carefully considered every detail.
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Amanfayun
Hangzhou
The structure that Amanfayun inhabits dates to the Tang Dynasty and was once the home of tea farmers, and the essence of this rich history can still be felt in its ancient walls. The secluded resort is within walking distance of Buddhist temples, monasteries, thickets of bamboo and tea fields, yet guests are just a 20-minute journey from the busy city of Hangzhou. Amanfayun’s buildings have been carefully restored using traditional methods and materials such as clay tile roofs and brick-and-timber walls. No two rooms are alike yet all weave ancient Chinese traditions into their style while maximizing comfort with modern touches like under-floor heating and ipod and wi-fi connections. The spa facilities occupy five buildings and will not disappoint (they even shine your walking shoes while you are being pampered!), but what especially enchanted us was the local tea house, stocked with Longjing Tea that was grown right in the surrounding fields.
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Banyan Tree Ringha
Zhongdian, Yunnan Province
Designed like a traditional Tibetan farmhouse, the interior of this resort is decorated with gorgeous Tibetan rugs, thangka paintings, and shiny red lacquer furniture. Cushy daybeds on the terraces of the spa suites and Tibetan lodges (actual Tibetan farmhouses rebuilt to house guests) take full advantage of the magnificent views of the mountainous countryside. Because of the high altitude – 3,200 meters above sea level – we recommend that visitors spend several days here so they have time to acclimatize. Finding ways to spend that time is not a problem: the resort has a luxurious Banyan Tree spa offering a number of rejuvenating treatments utilizing traditional Chinese methods and ingredients and is a must for nature and soft-adventure lovers, offering a variety of trekking, nature walking and horseback riding opportunities.
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Banyan Tree Lijiang
Lijiang, Yunnan Province
A 15-minute drive from the heart of Lijiang’s Old Town, the Banyan Tree is a perfect example of China’s awakening enthusiasm for destination resorts. Sleek modern buildings are arrayed around a large central reflecting pool, and bamboo-lined stone pathways lead to the guest villas. While common areas are contemporary in design, guest villas are constructed in the style of traditional Chinese courtyard homes, so high stone walls provide maximum privacy. The interiors are spacious, with dark woods accented with bold red textiles and crisp white linens. Every villa offers a magnificent view of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (there is no “bad” view) and villas all have outdoor hot-tubs, a welcome invitation to soak beneath the Lijiang’s starry night skies.
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Four Seasons Hotel at West Lake
Hangzhou
The serenity of the gorgeous West Lake does not stop at its shores. With views of the lake from guests' rooms and warm, comforting décor that incorporates traditional Chinese and Western styles, it is impossible not to feel at ease here. The rooms feature rich fabrics and dark wooden furniture and accessories, along with touches of color such as silk floral accents. Guests can indulge in Cantonese and Shanghainese cuisine at the Jin Sha restaurant or Western style food at WLB. The hotel also offers access to golf, tennis, and swimming and each room features plasma televisions with DVD player, IPod dock, and high speed internet.
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The St. Regis Lhasa Resort
Lhasa
This bastion of luxury perched in the Himalayas is the perfect starting point to your Tibetan adventure. Outside the views of Potala Palace are spectacular and inside the rooms are calm and balanced, with crisp linens and Chinese and Tibetan furniture and artwork. After a day of experiencing this spiritual region head back to the hotel for a dip in their intricately adorned pool or head to the sensational Iridium Spa. Social and Yan Ting are wonderful dining options featuring international and Chinese cuisine respectively. At either of these fantastic eateries you will gain a new appreciation for the term "haute cuisine".
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