Renaissance Sanya Resort & Spa
A Palatial Tropical Icon – A New Genre
Inspired by Sanya’s warm tropical beauty, the rich heritage of local fishing fleets, the royal Summer Palace in Beijing and the client’s vision for a landmark destination, this resort emerges as a palatial tropical masterpiece—unlike anything else in Sanya and perhaps redefining what a luxury resort can be.
The contemporary regionalism design strikes the perfect balance between regal grandeur and relaxed elegance, offering a warm, inviting atmosphere that’s glamorous without being ostentatious—a true expression of elevated tropical living with a wow factor and a unique sense-of-place.
Guests can choose from 507 spacious rooms, 90 luxurious suites, and 10 private villas, all surrounded by lush, landscaped courtyards. The experience continues with seven distinctive restaurants and bars, three sparkling pools, and world-class spa and fitness facilities designed for total relaxation.
Designed by FSC Architects, Phase Two builds upon this iconic resort’s legacy—setting a new standard for tropical resort luxury.
Design Architect was WATG and this project was designed with:
James G. Freeman - Principal and Lead Designer
FSC Architects was contracted for partial CD and CA services as well as design for Phase Two.
FSC Architects - Designing Experiences That Enrich Life
"Jim as lead designer... won the international design competition with his scheme and also... leading project design process and communication .. .We also hired him as lead architect when he had left WATG.. ." (Chen Baowei, Vice Principal GCL Power)