Sanya

Travel Guide

Dadongdai Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach
Guanyin Statue of Hainan which includes a monument, a square or plaza and flowers
Nanshan Temple showing a square or plaza, religious elements and a temple or place of worship
Luhuitou Park featuring signage
Dadongdai Beach featuring night scenes, nightlife and performance art

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.

Where to stay in Sanya

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Haitang District

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Haitang District, you might make a stop by sights like Haitang Bay and China Duty Free Sanya Duty Free Shop.

Haitang District
Dadongdai Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach

Jiyang District

Jiyang District is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park and Dadonghai Beach.

Jiyang District
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Tianya District

If you're spending some time in Tianya District, Tianya Haijiao and Coconut Dream Corridor are top sights worth seeing.

Tianya District
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Fenghuang Town

While visiting Fenghuang Town, you might make a stop by sights like Coconut Dream Corridor and Sanya Bay.

Fenghuang Town
Guanyin Statue of Hainan showing rugged coastline

Yazhou District

If you're spending some time in Yazhou District, Guanyin Statue of Hainan and Nanshan Buddhism Cultural Park are top sights worth seeing.

Yazhou District
Luhuitou Park which includes street scenes

Xiaodonghai

You'll enjoy the bars and gardens in Xiaodonghai. You might want to make time for a stop at Sanya Bay or Luhuitou Park.

Xiaodonghai
Atlantis Sanya

Atlantis Sanya

5 out of 5
North Haitang Bei Road, Haitang Bay Sanya, Sanya
The price is RM767 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
RM767
RM894 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Sanya. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions China Duty Free Sanya Duty Free Shop and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (206 reviews)
"We had a good deal on Expedia. The view was excellent and the food was fabulous. We spent two days in this hotel and enjoyed 5star service. Will come at another time if there is opportunity."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Atlantis Sanya
The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort

The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort

5 out of 5
Yalong Bay National Resort District, Yalong Bay, Sanya, Hainan
The price is RM685 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM685
RM799 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Sanya. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park ...
9/10 Wonderful! (72 reviews)
"The villa was great. At 520 a night great value"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

The St. Regis Sanya Yalong Bay Resort
Mandarin Oriental, Sanya

Mandarin Oriental, Sanya

5 out of 5
12 Yuhai Road, Sanya, Hainan
The price is RM935 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
RM935
RM1,091 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sanya. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Dadonghai Beach and Dadong Sea are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)
"Snorkeling directly on a coral reef was great. The food was way too expensive so very few seemed to eat at the hotel and ordered food in. The breakfast buffet was top notch!"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

Mandarin Oriental, 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.
Citadines Yazhou Bay Sanya

Citadines Yazhou Bay Sanya

4.5 out of 5
No. 9 Chuangyi Road, Yazhou District, Sanya, Hainan
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Sanya. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Sanya Daxiaodongtian Area ...
Citadines Yazhou Bay Sanya
Oakwood Apartments Sanya

Oakwood Apartments Sanya

4 out of 5
No.118 Huixin Road, Sanya, Hainan
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Sanya. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Pearl Mall and Sanya ...
7.6/10 Good! (5 reviews)
"There are no pans or utensils to cook in the room. There were no glasses or wine glasses, the kitchen is just for decoration. There is no washer and dryer in the room as stated in the room description. Had a huge building right in front of the room, so close that I needed to use the blinders all ..."

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

Oakwood Apartments Sanya
Sanya Haitang Bay Haiju Villa

Sanya Haitang Bay Haiju Villa

4 out of 5
Room 202, Unit 2, Building C, Yijing, Zhuangda Road, Haitang District, Sanya, Hainan
Stay at this 4-star villa in Sanya. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions China Duty Free Sanya Duty Free Shop and Shenquangu ...
Sanya Haitang Bay Haiju Villa
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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