The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou Review
The gold-standard luxury hotel in Guangzhou, and the city's sharpest Cantonese dining within a hotel.
Overview: What is The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou?
The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou sits in the center of Pearl River New City in the Tianhe District, the commercial heart of the city. 351 guest rooms and suites plus 91 Residences (one to four bedrooms). The property has been recognized as a Forbes Five-Star Hotel for multiple consecutive years and is best known for Lai Heen, its Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant.
Where is The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou? Location and access
3 Xing An Road, near Canton Tower, Guangzhou Opera House, and the Guangdong Museum. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is roughly 45 km (30 minutes) away.
Nearby landmarks
- Canton Tower
- Guangzhou Opera House
- Guangdong Museum
- Pearl River
- Zhujiang New Town
Rooms at The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou
351 rooms and suites. Renovated Club Lounge and newly-refreshed suites as of July 2021. Standalone tubs and ceiling-to-floor windows with Pearl River or skyline views.
Service and staff
Full Ritz-Carlton service, with the Club Lounge as the centerpiece for Club-level bookings. Guest Relations team is widely praised for personalized recognition.
Amenities at The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou
Ritz-Carlton Spa covers an entire floor at over 43,000 square feet, with a heated outdoor swimming pool. Fitness center, yoga room, more than 35,500 square feet of event space including the 1,209-square-meter pillarless Grand Ballroom.
Full amenity list
- Lai Heen (Michelin-starred)
- Ritz-Carlton Spa (full floor)
- Heated outdoor pool
- Fitness center
- Yoga room
- Club Lounge
- 35,500 sq ft event space
Food and drink
Lai Heen is the signature Cantonese restaurant and holds a Michelin star for multiple consecutive years. LIMONI handles Italian. FOODS is the international buffet. The Churchill Bar offers an extensive single-malt whiskey collection.
Design and architecture
Rococo-inspired lobby with a formal welcome-tea ritual. The design fuses Eastern and Western traditional elements rather than committing fully to either register. Elegant finishes include standalone tubs and panoramic window layouts.
Pros and cons
What stands out
- Michelin-starred Cantonese at Lai Heen (5+ consecutive years)
- Entire-floor spa (43,000+ sq ft)
- Heated outdoor pool
- Forbes Five-Star recognition (4+ consecutive years)
- Pillarless Grand Ballroom
What falls short
- Pearl River New City is all skyscrapers, limited walkable neighborhood feel
- Distance to airport is significant
- Not as new-build as competitors opening since 2020
Fun facts about The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou
- Lai Heen has held its Michelin star for five consecutive years.
- The Ritz-Carlton Spa covers an entire floor at more than 43,000 square feet.
- The property has been recognized as a Forbes Five-Star Hotel for four consecutive years.
- The pillarless Grand Ballroom measures 1,209 square meters.
- The adjoining Residences include 91 serviced apartments of one to four bedrooms.
Is The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou worth it? The final verdict
The benchmark for luxury hotels in Guangzhou. If you want Cantonese fine dining in a hotel, this is the best single address in southern China.
Frequently asked questions about The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou
Is The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou worth it?
Yes for luxury and business travelers, especially those interested in Cantonese fine dining. Lai Heen, the full-floor spa, and multi-year Forbes Five-Star recognition set it apart.
Where is the hotel located?
3 Xing An Road in Pearl River New City, Tianhe District, the commercial center of Guangzhou.
What is the star rating?
Five stars, Forbes Five-Star for multiple consecutive years.
How do I contact the hotel?
Phone +86 20-3813 6688. Address: 3 Xing An Road, Pearl River New City, Tianhe District, Guangzhou 510623.