MGM Grand Sanya in Sanya
✅ Rooms are very clean and spacious with fresh layouts and comfortable bedding, often praised for ocean or golf course views. ✅ The hotel offers numerous heated pools and water slides, with children’s areas and zipline activities highly enjoyed by families. ✅ Staff are consistently described as warm, attentive, and responsive, with special mentions of helpful front desk and butler service. ✅ Dining options are diverse, with several restaurants offering European, Asian, and regional Chinese cuisines, plus unique venues like a chocolate house and wine-cigar bar. ✅ Lively nightlife with M Show performances, beach bars, and live music create a vibrant atmosphere appreciated by many guests. ❌ Some rooms have dated facilities, including older power outlets and light controls, and occasional issues like leaking toilets were reported. ❌ Breakfast can be crowded after 8 AM, leading to queues and a smoky environment in the Haitang restaurant. ❌ The beach sand is noted to be coarse and uncomfortable for snorkeling or barefoot walking. ❌ Certain room layouts have uneven features, such as one bedroom lacking a shower or limited window access, affecting convenience.
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Description
MGM Grand Sanya is a large 5-star resort established in 2011, covering 107,000 m² with 675 rooms spread across two nine-story buildings and six one-story villas. Located on the first coastline of Yalong Bay, it offers direct access to a public sandy beach just 50 meters away, where umbrellas, sun loungers, mattresses, and towels are provided free of charge. The hotel features an extensive range of facilities including 12 outdoor heated pools, 2 water slides, 8 restaurants, 6 bars, and 7 conference halls accommodating up to 1,500 guests. Families will find ample amenities for children such as a kids’ club, outdoor playground, nanny services (paid), and entertainment programs. Guests praise the clean, spacious rooms with ocean or garden views, attentive and friendly staff, and lively nightlife with shows and beach bars. The hotel is well-suited for families and those seeking a vibrant resort atmosphere with a variety of activities from diving and tennis to spa treatments and beach volleyball.
Location
The MGM Grand Sanya is located on Yalong Bay’s first coastline, just 30 meters from the public sandy beach. It is situated in a natural reserve surrounded by mountains and tropical jungle, providing scenic views and a tranquil environment. The hotel is 25 minutes by car from downtown Sanya and 24 km from Fenghuang (Phoenix) International Airport (SYX). Nearby dining options include BaiYun Chinese Restaurant (54 m), Tropical Spice Garden (99 m), and Xiyou Western Restaurant (99 m), all within easy walking distance. The beachfront location also offers quick access to water sports and beach activities, making it convenient for guests who want to enjoy both nature and local amenities.
Tips
- Book breakfast early to avoid queues after 8 AM and consider dining outside the Haitang restaurant if sensitive to smoke.
- Request rooms with ocean views and check bathroom facilities in multi-bedroom suites for your convenience.
- Bring comfortable footwear for the coarse beach sand.
Policies and conditions
- Guests Accepted: Guests from all countries/regions are welcome at this property
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Children between 0 and 17 years old can stay for free if no extra bed is needed.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 07:00-11:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Deposit Policy: No deposit required by the property
- Pets: Pets are allowed on request Types of pets allowed: dogs Fee: CNY 1,000.00 (approx. US$146.87) per pet per night
- Service animals: Service animals are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, Visa, AmericanExpress, DinersClub, JSB, UnionPay
- Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- ATM
- Shopping on site
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke-free property
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Ticket assistance
- Gift shop
- Express check-in/check-out
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Terrace
- Private check-in/check-out
- Electric car charging
- Bridal suite
- Soundproof rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- VIP room amenities
- Indoor Fireplace
- Smoke Detector
- Cable TV
- TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe/Closet
- Bathrobe
- Toiletries
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Iron and board
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Telephone
- Iron
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Cafe
- Restaurant
- Restaurant (buffet style)
- Snack bar
- Vending machine
- Kitchen
- Bottled water
- Kettle
- Free Wi-Fi
- Shuttle
- Car rental
- Airport transportation
- Transfer services
- Spanish
- German
- Russian
- English
- Italian
- French
- Korean
- Multi-language staff
- Arabic
- Turkish
- Chinese
- Tour assistance
- Bike rental
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Karaoke
- Nightclub
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Sun Deck
- Offsite parking reservations required
- Parking nearby
- Garage
- Water park
- Swimming pool
- Spa tub
- Indoor Pool
- Outdoor pool
- Beach facilities
- Water fun
- Water sport facilities
- Private beach
- Pool facilities
- Beach/pool towels
- Public beach
- Next to the beach
- Business center
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
- Diving
- Cycling
- Snorkelling
- Tennis court
- Fitness facilities
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Gym
- Solarium
- Massage
- Steam room
- Beauty services
- Sauna
- Spa
- First Aid Kit
- Playroom
- Babysitting and childcare
- Children's playground
- Children swimming pool
- Family/Kid Friendly
- Kids club
- Pets allowed
The hotel is located on first line from the shore.
The nearest beach is located on the distance of 30 m. It takes 0 minutes To the beach!
The distance to the sea is 30 meters
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Reviews
Hygiene: Very clean. It's also convenient to wash your feet after playing on the beach, as there's a dedicated area nearby.
Service: There's a dedicated hotel staff member who can answer any questions, which is quite good. The front desk is also very responsive to requests, and the staff, including housekeeping, are all professional.
There are also plenty of activities for children~
The swimming pools were the biggest highlight. All the hotel pools are heated, so it wasn't cold at all even swimming in the evening. The kids went wild for the big slide in the children's pool area, going up and down over a dozen times. There's also a zipline that adults can enjoy, which was pretty thrilling sliding over the pool area. We also tried the banana boat; getting splashed when it went fast was a blast.
The kids' club isn't huge, but it has slides, building blocks, and small toys, which was perfectly sufficient for younger children.
Food-wise, I have to praise both the breakfast and the buffet. The variety was extensive, and the food was delicious. A small detail that was quite heartwarming: on the second day at breakfast, my child asked if they could get some sliced cucumber. Lo and behold, on the third day, there was a plate of sliced cucumber in the salad bar. I'm not sure if it was a coincidence, but if the staff actually took the suggestion and added it that day, their responsiveness is truly impressive.
The evening M Show is definitely worth watching; with acrobatics, dancing, and audience interaction, the atmosphere was incredible. After the show, we found a spot at the beach bar, listened to the singer, enjoyed the sea breeze, and had some drinks. It was very relaxing and comfortable.
Finally, about the service. Whether it was the front desk, housekeeping, or the restaurants, all the staff we encountered were friendly and very responsive.
In summary, MGM Sanya is highly recommended for families with kids; the children have plenty to do, and the adults can relax.
1. **Choice:** If you're looking for a quieter stay, Hilton or Marriott would be good options, as they don't have too many organized activities. If you want to relax while your kids have plenty of space to burn off energy and learn some skills, MGM is the place to be. They have a wide variety of pools and activities. My nine-year-old learned to surf in just an hour!
2. **Sand:** Lying on the beach is okay, but forget about snorkeling to see fish or anything – there's nothing there, and the sand is quite coarse and uncomfortable underfoot. The lack of fine sand is a big downside.
3. **Activities:** There are lots of activities, which means lots of kids, making it incredibly noisy.
4. **Breakfast:** It's decent, but after 8 AM, you'll have to queue to get in because it gets too crowded.
5. **Afternoon Tea:** The most impressive part for me was the cakes at the chocolate house – they were delicious! Not those mushy, soft types!
6. **Milk Tea:** I found it to be mediocre. The pearls were rock hard, and the tea was very astringent!
7. **Accommodation:** The room was quite spacious, but the facilities are a bit dated. For example, the power outlets and the light control panel. The worst part was that the toilet in my room was leaking, which was really annoying...
8. **Photos:** The beach looks beautiful for photos on a clear day.
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Frequently asked questions about MGM Grand Sanya
What types of rooms are available at MGM Grand Sanya?
Room types include Deluxe Family room with garden view, Deluxe Double room with ocean view, Luxury Grand Double room with ocean view, Grand Double room, Grand Double room with golf view, Luxury Double room with ocean view, Luxury Selected Grand Double room with ocean view, Lagoon Double room, various family suites, and multi-bedroom pool villas.
Does MGM Grand Sanya have facilities for children?
Yes, the hotel offers a kids’ club, outdoor playground, one outdoor pool for children, nanny services for a fee, children’s chairs in restaurants, entertainment programs, and baby cots on request.
Is the beach at MGM Grand Sanya private and what amenities are included?
The hotel is on the first coastline with a public sandy beach 50 meters away, offering free umbrellas, sun loungers, mattresses, and towels.
Are pets allowed at MGM Grand Sanya?
Pets are allowed on request. Dogs are accepted with a fee of approximately US$146.87 per pet per night. Service animals are not allowed.
What dining options are available within the hotel?
There are 8 restaurants and 6 bars including Haitang (European and Asian cuisine), Pin Ju (Chinese regional cuisines), Silk (Cantonese cuisine), Neera (seafood and grill by the sea), Poolside Cafe, Bubble Bar, Cafe To Go (pastries and chocolates), and Aoc wine-cigar bar.
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