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Shangri-La Beihai
Beihai, China · Shangri-La · High Luxury
Opened in 1993 as the first five-star hotel in Beihai, this 17-story, 362-room property on Beibu Gulf put a luxury stamp on a city historically prized for its natural pearl trade and the white quartz sands of Silver Beach, still considered among the finest beaches in southern China. Beihai was one of China's first open coastal cities in 1984, and Silver Beach, ten minutes from the hotel, takes its name from fine white quartz sand that shimmers like silver.
- 362 rooms
- Opened 1993
- Neighborhood: Guangxi
- Rooms from 388 sq ft (36 m²)
About Shangri-La Beihai
- Beihai was one of China's earliest designated open coastal cities in 1984, chosen partly for its centuries-old pearl-diving heritage in the Beibu Gulf — the hotel arrived as the city's first five-star property a decade later.
- Silver Beach, a ten-minute drive from the hotel, earned its name from the optical effect of fine white quartz sand that shimmers like silver under direct sunlight.
- Entry-level rooms start at 388 sq ft (36 m²).
History
Opened in 1993 as the first 5-star hotel in Beihai, bringing luxury to this seaside city known for natural pearls and Silver Beach. The 17-story property overlooks the South China Sea in landscaped gardens. No major renovations noted in recent sources.
The setting
Situated on No.33 Chating Road in Haicheng District, in a peaceful spot overlooking Beibu Gulf, away from city bustle. Offers stunning sea views and proximity to Silver Beach.
Restaurants and bars
- Coffee Garden — Café · International buffet
- Shang Palace — Restaurant · Cantonese
Experiences
- Sunset viewing over the bay — An ideal place to watch the Beihai sunset, with views over the northern bay.
- Beachcombing on the shoreline (赶海) — Descend from the garden staircase to the mudflats to join the traditional low-tide seafood gathering (赶海).
- Local seafood dining — Local-style seafood dishes in the restaurant, with views of the evening sky over the north shore.
- Subtropical garden walks and outdoor pool — Garden paths through subtropical gardens, an outdoor pool and a photo gallery corridor.
Amenities
- outdoor pool with waterslide
- health club
- spa/sauna/steam room
- kids club
- tennis courts
- private beach access
- fitness center
- business center
- EV charging
Awards
- 2023 Ctrip Luxury Hotel
- 2024 Ctrip Beihai luxury hotel
- 2024 Meituan Outstanding Service Hotel
- Green Tourism Hotel Golden Leaf
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