InterContinental's "Shenzhou Peninsula Holiday Resort" opens as an instant sensation, just 50 meters from the golden beach

The Hainan vacation scene will explode at the end of 2025! InterContinental Group makes a major move on the 18°N golden coastline with the grand opening of the Shenzhou Peninsula Holiday Resort in Wanning! Seamlessly connecting 13 kilometers of long golden beach, tropical coconut groves, and star-rated vacation experiences, the hotel is just a 50-meter walk to the beach. It features a 1,600㎡ water play area and a plant maze for family fun, plus Cantonese and Southeast Asian cuisine. This exclusive opening guide unlocks special benefits, hidden activities, and peninsula roaming routes—book now and head to this warm winter island getaway~ 1. Must-visit highlights for the opening: surprises from the beach to the rooms 1. Prime location hit: 50 meters to the 18°N golden beach The hotel’s location is truly the "ultimate relaxation spot"! Situated in the core area of Shenzhou Peninsula, surrounded by sea on three sides and mountains on one, it’s just a 50-meter walk to fine white sand. Open your window to panoramic views of the blue South China Sea and endless coconut groves. At sunset, watch the glow spread across the sea—every photo is an unfiltered island masterpiece. Even better, it’s adjacent to the Shenzhou Peninsula Lighthouse and golf course, with surfing, beachcombing, and island cycling just steps away, making the hotel itself a scenic attraction. 2. Family-friendly to the max: 1,600㎡ water play area + plant maze Families with kids will be thrilled! The hotel maximizes "kid happiness" with an outstanding opening experience: • Outdoor water play area: a huge 1,600㎡ space divided into shallow water and slide zones, surrounded by tropical greenery, perfect for immersive water fun for both adults and children; evenings are especially pleasant for playing in the breeze and water; • Kid-friendly facilities: an exclusive plant maze full of exploration fun, a lobby kids’ playground with picture books and craft activities (advance booking required), freeing parents’ hands; • Beach connection: a 2-minute walk to the beach, with sand digging tools and surfboard rentals available, making beachcombing and surfing lessons a one-stop experience. 3. Ocean view rooms: the ultimate relaxation just by opening the window 236 rooms across 12 types, starting at 38㎡ with spacious layouts and panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. More than half the rooms offer direct ocean views, where you can watch sunrises and sunsets and hear the gentle waves from your bed. Room details are full of vacation vibes: • Hardware upgrades: comfortable large beds with skin-friendly linens, a minibar with complimentary drinks, some rooms have balconies with tables and chairs for a drink by the sea; • Practical design: separate wet and dry bathrooms, tropical rainforest showers, spacious sinks, and family rooms equipped with children’s toiletries and bed rails for extra care; • Scenic surprises: high-floor rooms overlook the "Glass Sea" of Zhouzai Island, while lower floors open to coconut groves, each with its own soothing charm. 4. Culinary feast: Cantonese + Southeast Asian flavors all in one place The hotel’s dining covers all meals plus afternoon tea, led by a star chef team, so you don’t need to leave the hotel to enjoy local delicacies: • All-day dining: a breakfast buffet so rich it dazzles, with Chinese and Western dishes plus local specialties like Qingbuliang and Hainan noodles; lunch and dinner focus on Cantonese seafood and Southeast Asian flavors, with curry crab and steamed fish that are incredibly fresh; • Lobby bar: tropical-themed afternoon tea with coconut cakes and fresh fruit tarts paired with freshly brewed coffee, perfect for relaxing by the window watching the swaying coconut trees; • Flexible space: outside meal times, the restaurant turns into a lounge for reading or working, and in the evening you can order a special cocktail to enjoy with the sea breeze. 5. Opening exclusive perks: miss them and wait a year Booking now is a great deal, with extra benefits for InterContinental members: • Stay before March 31, 2026, and get an extra 600 InterContinental reward points per night; new members receive welcome fruit and a coconut shell gift upon registration; • Book through official channels before December 31 and get a complimentary afternoon tea set for two at the lobby bar; families can unlock priority access to children’s crafts and the water play area; • Book a family package in the first month and enjoy a free night’s rental of beach gear (choose between surfboard or sand digging tools) when staying 2 nights; stay 3 nights and upgrade to an ocean view room. 2. Hidden activities: more than just accommodation, a peninsula experience • Local experiences: every Sunday, join "Island Handicraft Classes" to learn coconut shell painting and straw hat weaving from local artisans, taking home a unique island souvenir; • Free benefits: guests have free access to the 24-hour gym and parking; at certain times, the hotel organizes beach yoga and sunset walks; • Thoughtful services: luggage storage and laundry available; surfers can book exclusive storage lockers, and valuables can be safely stored. 3. Nearby treasure routes: explore Shenzhou Peninsula from the hotel The hotel’s location is perfect for driving or cycling to key peninsula attractions: 1. 15 minutes on foot or bike: Shenzhou Peninsula Lighthouse (red and white for great photos) → Qinning Bay (quiet, beautiful sunsets); 2. 30 minutes by car: Qiaohai Ranch (cows, sheep, and coconut groves for pastoral photos) → Xinglong Botanical Garden (tropical plants and fresh coconut milk); 3. Half-day trips: Zhouzai Island snorkeling (the "Glass Sea" has excellent visibility to see coral and tropical fish) → Shenzhou Golf Course (one of Asia’s top ten courses, experience seaside swings). Tips: Renting a car is very convenient, economy cars cost 150-300 RMB/day, electric bikes for coconut grove road cycling cost 60-80 RMB/day, with beautiful scenery along the way; for local flavors, a 10-minute taxi ride to Dong’ao Town offers seafood stalls and Dong’ao sand worms with great value. 4. Booking tips for the opening • Prices: rooms start at 899 RMB, family rooms at 1,199 RMB, longer stays and packages offer better value, and InterContinental points redemption is highly cost-effective; • Address: Shenzhou Peninsula Tourism Resort Area, Dong’ao Town, Wanning City, 10 minutes by car from Shenzhou Station, 30 minutes from Bo’ao Airport; • Note: rooms are tight in peak season (December to February), sea view and family rooms should be booked at least 7 days in advance; water play area and children’s crafts require 1-day advance booking; • Extra perks: share your stay experience on social media with the hashtag to receive a custom coconut shell souvenir at the front desk. With sunshine, beaches, and coconut groves at 18°N latitude, combined with InterContinental’s star-rated experience, the Shenzhou Peninsula Holiday Resort in Wanning is undoubtedly the hottest new island hotel at the end of 2025! Whether for family vacations, friends’ getaways, or romantic dates, you can unlock your ideal island life here. Take advantage of the opening benefits now, stock up on vouchers, and lock in the warm winter relaxation on Shenzhou Peninsula~