### **Marriott Resort Sanya Yalong Bay** **Stay date:** July 2025 **Purpose of visit:** Vacation #### **General Impressions** - The hotel’s appearance is clean, stylish, and full of atmosphere. - The reception staff speaks English and is polite and patient. - Check-in took **40 minutes** (a bit slow). - A **deposit of $100 or 1,500 CNY per room** is required in cash (I didn’t ask about card payments). - If you plan to pay by card during your stay, **it’s better to link the deposit to your room key**—otherwise, you’ll need to carry cash. - The hotel grounds are **well-maintained** and pleasing to the eye. - A **complimentary photo session voucher** is provided per room during the stay. - Facilities include a **pool, spa, and gym**. #### **Room** - **Deluxe room (46 sqm) with a scenic view** (facing away from the sea but offering **stunning sunsets**). - **Daily housekeeping** is thorough and efficient. - The **bed is very comfortable**. - Amenities include: - Air conditioning, **Wi-Fi**, TV, safe, minibar - Robes, slippers, toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, shower gel) - **Three towels per guest**, a beach bag, beach slippers - Hairdryer, iron, ironing board, **14 hangers** - Bath salts, shower, and a **bathtub with a TV** (can be closed with sliding doors—loved this feature!). - **Soundproofing was perfect**—no noise issues. #### **Dining** - **Breakfast buffet (6:30–11:00 AM)**: Varied but somewhat repetitive. - **Highlight: The soups!** - Usually **4 types**: beef, chicken, spicy chicken, and vegetable stew (or even borscht!). - I don’t usually eat soup for breakfast, but after trying them, **I couldn’t resist having them daily**. - **Rich broths and bold flavors**—absolutely delicious! #### **Staff** - **Polite and helpful**. - Announcements are in Chinese only, but staff are happy to assist with any questions or issues. #### **Location** - Situated in **Yalong Bay**.

Unfortunately, there was no concierge service available during our stay. The minibar door is extremely stiff- you could break a nail trying to open it!

My stay at the Marriott Hotel Yalong Bay was fantastic. The beachfront location is stunning, the room was spacious and comfortable, and the breakfast was excellent. The staff were incredibly warm and attentive — a perfect place for a relaxing getaway in Sanya.

Nothing.

Meal was excellent for breakfast and dinner. We were impressed by variety of dishes and types of the food. Special thanks for sea food and national dishes.

I would revise wines for dinner a bit.

Nice resort at Yalong bay. Rooms are well equipped and beach / pool area is very nice. We enjoyed the beach restaurant a lot. It‘s the only hotel with lot’s of sun beds at the beach. Gym area is a bit old fashioned but has everything you need.

Not a true 5* experience. Breakfast restaurant is pretty old fashioned, coffee comes in plastic cups, service a bit slow. In addition we waited until 18:30 until we got our room keys.

Great facilities and restaurants on site. Easy access to the beach.

The sea began to bring plastic debri onto the beach. Not the hotels fault.

The location is top-notch!

Some dining preferences (allergies) had to be repeated several times even though I speak the language, although staff were keen to get it right in the end

Nicely landscaped, room well designed, quiet, beautiful location at the beach

More drawers in the room

The beach and pools were very good!

Very good experience. Room was clean Staff was friendly The resort environment is amazing Location is also very good

Breakfast was not bad, but would like to have more options of western food

Everything was lovely as usually!

Ouch the dinner price is expensive !