Pullman Properties in Sanya

Pullman, an Accor hotel, always brings a touch of French romance. I've been to Sanya over 20 times, staying in Haitang Bay, Yalong Bay, and Sanya Bay. I've experienced everything from the high-end Edition to the budget-friendly Jinghai Holiday. Looking at Sanya Bay, I can confidently say Pullman is the best hotel there, bar none. Let's start with the positives: 1. The primary function of a hotel is comfort, cleanliness, and quiet, and Pullman excels. I thoroughly inspected the room and didn't find a single hair, which speaks volumes about the meticulous cleaning. They even provide buckwheat pillows, perfect for guests who prefer a lower pillow. 2. The service was impeccable. Our butler, VIVI, provided exceptional service throughout our stay, even upgrading our room. A big thumbs up! We originally booked a twin room, and VIVI upgraded us to a king-size executive suite – a huge thank you. She even gifted us a lovely teddy bear on our departure. 3. The facilities are comprehensive. The BBQ buffet dinner had a fantastic ambiance, and the Chinese restaurant offered both Cantonese and Hainanese cuisine. The spa prices were very reasonable, with no hidden costs. The game room also had a great selection of arcade machines. 4. Access to the beach is convenient via a road with an elevator, which is a significant improvement over the Howard Johnson, which only has stairs. 5. The executive lounge offers great views and a refined selection of food and drinks. Now, for areas that could be improved: 1. The color scheme of the living room sofa could be changed to a lighter shade. It felt a bit cold and didn't match the cozy feel of the bedroom. 2. The breakfast selection could benefit from more Chinese dishes. It felt a bit heavily skewed towards Western options. However, I understand this might be due to the large number of Russian guests – sometimes I felt like I was abroad just taking pictures!

Ignoring some of the negative reviews online, I decided to book a stay in the villa area to experience it myself. The 24-hour shuttle service was incredibly convenient and even fun, like a little roller coaster for kids! The setting is very natural, so there were quite a few bugs, but thankfully they didn't bite. For takeout orders, you had to pick them up outside the premises; it would be even better if they offered direct delivery to the villa. We experienced the pool on a rainy day, and it created such a wonderful ambiance! For just over 1000 [RMB], you really can't find a pool villa like this anywhere else. I'll definitely be returning!