Sheraton Sanya Yalong Bay Resort

Sheraton Sanya Yalong Bay Resort sits on Longhai Road inside the Yalong Bay national tourism resort area, close to the Sanya Kuqi Yacht Club and the Baihua Valley shopping street. Yalongwan Railway Station is about 10 km away.

"Old but gold" is how guests often describe this five-star property: professional management, beautifully green grounds and a private beach where you can easily spend the whole day without leaving the property. The dinner buffet gets consistently good reviews for the price, and there are several pools for guests of different ages.

Who it's for: travelers who value calm, green grounds and a private beach more than the freshest possible renovation — compared to its neighbors, this Sheraton stands out specifically for its quiet.

On the downside, the facilities are noticeably dated — dim lighting, a slow-draining sink, weak shower pressure. There's no self-service laundry, and using the hotel's laundry service is expensive. Reviewers say sun loungers by the beach and pools can run short when the hotel is busy. Some ground-floor pool-access rooms reportedly have an unpleasant smell — worth asking about the room category when booking.