ARKED on a lush stretch of powder sand on the east coast of Hainan, 25 minutes from Sanya's international airport, the Conrad Sanya Haitang Bay is a prime example of understated luxury where less is more. Setting a new benchmark in Haitang Bay, the upcoming luxury playground, the resort is low-rise, minimalist, in champagne stone, with a precise symmetry that extends from the breezy lobby past cobalt blue earthen pots and black-tile pools with Italian fountains and bronze cherubs, on to the broad swathe of sand and sea. This is a spot to dive into a good book or blushingly say, "I do." Mark it down as a top Sanya resort wedding choice.

A 55sq m Garden View Plunge Pool serves up pale gold-vein marble floors, flat-screen TV, work desk with data-port, and a silk-clad panda mascot. Sliding frosted glass doors reveal the bathroom and dressing room with laptop-friendly safe, twin vanities, rain shower and Nespresso machine.

Spoil yourself in a King Beach Pool Villa or a 220sq m King Ocean Pool Villa with 400 thread count sheets. The Spa is set in a tranquil enclave with four villas, and the fitness centre runs 24 hours a day. Corporate meetings, functions and weddings are handled with aplomb at various venues including the 182sq m Conrad Grand Ballroom (and larger events can spill into neighbouring sister property DoubleTree by Hilton).

Unsurprisingly this address is set to be among the best Sanya spa resorts and getaways with a well calibrated mix of comfort, style, space, and attentive service. Gourmets can explore Hainan and Cantonese cuisine at La Chine, Asian at Teatro, grills and seafood at Senses, and cocktails and snacks at Vue. Step out to the Wanda Culture Centre to take in a movie or indulge in a Bentley tour. Children under 18 years stay free with their parents and a kids' menu is available. There's something for everyone here. It's not loud or in-your-face. This is a quality unwind spot.