I gave up on Sanya because this place is too amazing

Family members have discovered a hidden gem alternative to Sanya 👉 Shimei Bay, Wanning, Hainan! It has fewer people, beautiful scenery, and low costs, making it the perfect choice to avoid the crowds in Sanya 💯

🌊 Must-visit spots in Shimei Bay:
📍 Le Méridien Resort private beach: fine sand and clear water, and the best part is very few people, so you can claim an entire sea view with just one lounge chair
📍 Phoenix Jiuli Bookstore: a bookstore facing the sea with a full artistic vibe
📍 Jiajing Island snorkeling: on good weather days, you can see coral and tropical fish (advance booking recommended)
📍 Sea-view Pavilion: overlooks the entire crescent-shaped coastline of Shimei Bay, with stunning sunsets
📍 Xinglong Tropical Botanical Garden: 15 minutes by car, great for photos of various tropical plants

🍴 Food guide:
✅ Shimei Bay Seafood Stall: a seafood food stall popular with locals
✅ Nanyang Flavor: a trendy restaurant in Xinglong Town, where you can eat your fill for about 50 RMB per person
✅ M1 Coffee Fantasy Workshop: a unique coffee experience venue

🏡 Accommodation tips:
It’s recommended to stay in the Shimei Bay Tourist Resort Area, where the beach is right outside your door. We stayed in a Westin sea view room for less than 1,000 RMB, offering incredible value!

🚗 Transportation tips:
It’s a 1.5-hour drive from Sanya/Haikou. Navigate to "Shimei Bay Tourist Resort Area," with highway tolls around 60 RMB. You can also take the high-speed train to Wanning Station and then take a taxi.

Post by VeetiKokko | Aug 20, 2025