If you have already decided on the date of your vacation and even the place of travel, and the choice fell on the Chinese resort of Hainan, Hotel Pearl River Garden Resort, you were not mistaken. Rest will bring only pleasure.
For a better understanding of where you are going and what things to pack your luggage, the article will begin with a short overview of the Middle Kingdom.
Briefly about China
China is a powerful country, the largest in Asia, with a huge population, government problems, etc. All these difficulties do not prevent it from developing at a pace that will lead it to first place among all the economies of the world, moving the indestructible leader - the United States .
The history of China dates back thousands of years, rooted in the times of the origin of civilizations on the planet. Numerous monuments of history, architecture, customs and much more are still preserved here, which undoubtedly attracts tourists from all over the world.
Recreation opportunities in China
China has access to the largest - the Pacific Ocean. The country's coast goes into the Korean Gulf and adjoins three seas: East China, Yellow and South China. Due to its vast area, there is an incredibly diverse nature. Having visited China, you can get acquainted with almost all the natural areas of the globe. When traveling through this great country, you can visit the mountains of different heights. In this matter, it all depends on the level of your training and the degree of lack of extreme sensations.
The lowest here is the Tibetan Plateau. The interesting thing is that it is the lowest in China, and the highest and largest in the global landscape. The next point may be the conquest of mountain peaks, up to the Himalayas, Karakorum and Pamir mountains. Extensive desert terrain stretches between the mountain systems, one of them is the Takla – Makan desert. Fans of a more “down-to-earth” and urban leisure are offered the opportunity to visit the largest and most popular cities of the country: Beijing, Hong Kong, Shanghai and others. Taste national cuisine, admire the quality of the road surface, grow dull from the size of skyscrapers, try out the effects of Chinese medicine and dissolve in a layer of smog - an integral part of the country, with so many people and vehicles that add some flavor. Almost the entire population of the People's Republic of China is concentrated on the low coast. It is in such an area that the climate is milder and the soil more fertile.
Beach holidays in the resorts of China
If you are a lover of a relaxing holiday with comfortable sun loungers on the white sand of the South China Sea, with spectacular sunsets and inspiring sunrises - you should choose the Chinese island of Hainan for your vacation. Today it is the most popular resort in China among tourists beach people. The people of this resort have the name "Eastern Hawaii." Hainan is also known as an unsurpassed wellness place. Photos of the resort are striking in their beauty, harmony and tranquility. Looking at them, there is no doubt that the rest will turn into a continuous relaxation.
The average air temperature during the year here is + 25 ° C. And in the coldest month of the year - January, the thermometer reaches + 21 °. Together with the warm weather, the island pleases with endless sunshine. You can soak up the sun on Hainan 300 days a year. Such conditions have created a very favorable living environment for humans. Across China, there is no place for people to live for so long. Life expectancy on the island is not less than 80 years, and people behind the scenes call this place “the island of long-livers”.
The largest resort city of Hainan is Sanya. Near this city and along the entire southern coast there are many hotels with different numbers of stars and themes that are suitable for tourists with different financial capabilities.
Road to Pearl River Garden Hotel on Hainan Island
Communication with the island exists from almost any city in Russia, even the Far East is no exception. The most convenient option is to travel by bus or train, especially if it is interesting to see the mainland of China. There is no direct flight connection with Hainan, not taking into account the possibility of ordering a charter from Moscow. The road consists of several stages. First you should fly to the Chinese village of Guangzhou. Then transfer to a bus or train, if desired. After that, either a bus or a train will take you to the capital city of Fr. Hainan - Haikou. From there, the hotel is most convenient and not very expensive. You can order a taxi or take the bus. Most often, if the trip is organized through a travel agency, it provides a comfortable transfer to the hotel and accompanies during check-in.
Hotel Location Overview
Pearl River Garden Hotel or Pearl River Garden Resort 4 * is located very well, right in the center of the resort south coast of the island. The hotel is adjoined by a hospital of Chinese traditional medicine according to ancient traditions - “Garden of Longevity”. So you can combine a pleasant stay with useful wellness treatments.
The hotel is located in Dadonghai Bay, which is appreciated by tourists for its pleasant white sand, clean beaches and the sea. Various dangerous and simply unpleasant aquatic inhabitants are not found here. You can swim among the fish, which often swim to the shore. For greater safety of vacationers, special places are reserved for swimming, fenced with a net, taking into account this, you can relax with small children, without fear. Coast guard is on duty around the clock. Also a big plus is a smooth entry into the sea without cliffs and a wide strip of the beach, so that there is enough space for everyone.
The disadvantages of the bay include the crowded. Because of this, a lot of garbage accumulates in the evening, but this is monitored, and in the morning you can enjoy cleanliness. Even those who like to spend time calmly, without too much noise, will not like a large number of cafes, shops, souvenir shops, rental points for catamarans and jet skis. For others, it will only be on hand. In the sands of Dadonghai Bay, you can find sand fleas and get a bite from them. There is no harm to health from this, but there is also little pleasant. Such cases are very rare, but still you need to be prepared for everything.
There is an airport 20 kilometers from the hotel. This distance can be called optimal. This is not far away, which does not take the time to travel, the journey will take 15-20 minutes, and not close, which eliminates a large number of people, noise and other fuss. From Sanya City, Pearl River Garden Hotel 4 is 3 km away. City Center - 7 km from the hotel. Here tourists can find a lot of entertainment.
Hotel Description
The Pearl River Garden Hotel 4 (Hainan, Dadonghai) began operating 11 years ago, in 1996. The construction is a single building with a curved shape and stepped levels, 8 floors high. The hotel has 240 cozy rooms of different levels of comfort with the possibility of sea views (Suite and Deluxe rooms). The hotel does not allow pets. There are valid Visa and Union Pay credit card terminals. The hotel has its own beach area 50 meters wide with sun loungers and sun umbrellas. The hotel has a large swimming pool with a children's area. The total area occupied by the hotel is 8240 m 2 .
Since this is one of the most beloved hotels for leisure among Russians, they are warmly welcomed at the hotel, the staff speaks Russian, the TV channel is set in their native language, even the restaurant can offer a menu in Russian. In general, all so that domestic tourists feel comfortable and come back here again and again.
A special feature of the Pearl River Garden Hotel 4 (Dadonghai) is the miracle escalator located on the third floor, which takes everyone to the beach and takes it back.
Hotel rooms
As noted above, the hotel provides a choice of 240 rooms, including 20 Superior apartments, City Room. They are located from the 3rd to the 8th floor, they have 2 beds, there is no balcony, the view from the window opens onto the town square. In this room there is no possibility of an extra bed. The area of the apartment is 26 m 2 .
Superior Deluxe City Rooms are also located from the 3rd to the 8th floor. 48 of them have 2 beds, and 20 have one large double bed. The room does not have a balcony, windows do not open, city view, size - 38 m 2 .
The next category Standard Deluxe is a room with a total area of 38 m2. It does not have a balcony. You can choose a room with two single beds or one double.
The following Garden Sea View rooms are relatively small, 32 m2 on the 3rd floor, with a balcony, amazing sea views and a garden, 8 of them with one large bed, 15 with two.
Deluxe Sea View - have the same parameters as the previous ones, only are located from the 4th to 6th floor and there are more: 32 rooms - one large bed, 46 - 2 beds.
With the best view of the sea, thanks to its location on floors 7-8 - Grand Deluxe Sea View. They are small - 30 m 2 . 20 rooms with one double bed and 17 with two.
The hotel has 4 Superior Sea View Suit rooms on 3-5 floors. They have one large double bed, a living room, a bedroom, a bathroom, no balcony, but the windows have sea views. Rooms are 37 square meters.
The five largest rooms of the hotel with sea views, 62 m2 each, not including the bath, are Deluxe Sea View Executive Suit. They can be found from floors 5 to 7. They have a balcony, a living room, a bedroom and one large bed.
23 Deluxe Sea View Garden Suit rooms with an area of 52 m2 with a large bed, a living room, a bedroom, a jacuzzi, a balcony with sun loungers.
Deluxe Sea View rooms feature a large 6m2 balcony with wonderful sea views. These rooms are on floors 7-8 and offer the possibility of placing an extra bed.
Room filling
Apartments are cleaned daily. Each room has a safe, iron, hairdryer, slippers, interchangeable eco-linen, bathtub, a set of towels, desk, carpet on the floor, TV with one Russian channel, air conditioning, products for making tea or coffee, bathrobe, wi-fi minibar, from which only water can be taken for free.
Dining at the hotel
The hotel provides different types of food to choose from vacationers. The first option is to book a room without meals (RO). There is the option of providing a breakfast room (BB). Often it looks like a buffet. Half Board (HB) is available, which includes breakfast and dinner. Drinks on this system are offered for free. Alcohol is paid. The last option for this hotel is FB type, which means full board with breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Infrastructure on site
While staying on vacation at the hotel, on its territory you can use the services of a parking lot, currency exchange, dry cleaning, laundry, go to a medical center and, without leaving the hotel, make purchases in stores. Also on site is a business center, 4 conference rooms with a capacity of not more than 400 people, 3 meeting rooms, a lobby bar and a pool bar, 3 restaurants of international, Chinese and local cuisines. The special menu includes barbecue, seafood and freshly squeezed juices. In the courtyard is a large outdoor pool with free umbrellas, sun loungers and more.
Hotel beach
The Pearl River Garden Hotel 4 (China, Hainan) has a 50 m wide beach reserved for its visitors. The sand on the beach is white, shallow, clean, gently sloping into the sea. Free sunbeds and umbrellas are provided for guests. In addition, you can hide from the sun in the shade of palm trees. Sanya Pearl River Garden Hotel 4 (Dadonghai) is a 15-minute walk from the beach. That is, a place in the sun is enough for all tourists.
Vacation with children
The hotel has all the conditions for a comfortable stay with children from eight months and older. This is a safe beach, a children's menu, the provision of a crib, paid babysitting services, entertainment in the pool area for children and the kids club.
Leisure for adults
It offers vacationers free access to the gym at any convenient time. Paid activities include a sauna, massage rooms, all kinds of water activities and a table tennis club.
Pearl River Garden Hotel 4: traveler reviews
Based on the ratings from various travel sites, Pearl River Garden Hotel can be rated 8 out of 10.
About Pearl River Garden Hotel 4 (Hainan); traveler reviews vary widely. There are people who liked everything, but there are those who have nothing. Trying to summarize and highlight the main thing, we can say that the most important best moments during the rest were the location of the hotel, a clean beach, which is also close, a warm gentle sea, convenient entry into it, a beautifully planned and equipped territory of the entire complex, amazing view from the window to the sea and mountains, an impressive hall. The main disadvantages include the poor condition of both the walls and the furniture in the rooms, they look very scruffy, the paint peels off, the colors are not very pleasant, etc. The high cost was the second negative point. According to many tourists, prices for additional hotel services, excursions, meals in local cafes were overpriced.