There’s no need to sweat the small stuff. Here’s a list of everything you need to know about Sanya.
Time Zone
GMT + 8 hours
Language
Mandarin is the official language, although many Chinese dialects are spoken in Sanya. English is spoken predominantly in five-star chain hotels and some shops.
Currency
RMB is the local currency and is available in the following denominations: 1 cent, 2 cents, 5 cents, 10 cents, 20 cents, 50 cents, 1, 2, 5, 10, 50, 100. Money can be exchanged at banks or hotels; exchange rates may vary and additional charges ay apply. Traveler’s checks are generally not accepted and major credit cards are accepted in hotels.
Electrical Standard
Local voltage is 220 volts AC. Transformers and adaptors for most international plugs are available at the hotel.
Shopping Hours
Monday to Sunday: 10am to 10pm for most shopping malls.
Banking Hours
Monday to Sunday: 9am to 6pm
Public holidays: closed
Local Facilities
By car, Jiefang Road, in Sanya’s downtown area, is approximately 15 minutes from the hotel.
Shopping
Most shopping malls and the city’s main promenade are located in the downtown area of Jiefang Road, which is about 15 minutes by car from the hotel. The Dadong Sea area is a 5-minute drive from the hotel.
Medical
The nearest hospital is the Sanya People’s Hospital, located about 10km or a 15-minute drive from the resort. On-call doctors are available in Sanya.
Banking
There are several banks located in the Dadong town area, each with ATM facilities. Major international credit cards are accepted at these ATMs for convenience.
