We chose Sheraton Haikou due to the great reviews, especially from helpful staff, close to the beach, and activities for children. Our stay was for 1 week.
Disappointments:
1) Absence and failed service of front desk staff
2) No help with luggage (really needed it)
3) Room cleaning could have been better.
4) Communication, there was almost never English staff available. Additionally, no one once checked in on us. Maybe I’m being petty but if guests stay long you’d wanna check if they need anything or just if they’re okay. At checkout, they looked more annoyed and just wanted to get rid of me. I asked about my Marriott membership & the lady was dismissive.
5) Poorly winter holiday program for kids. Different from the advertised program on trip.com.
6) Checkout was delayed because they couldn’t find my booking. Very weird. Eventually they spoke to someone who helped me and found the booking. How is this possible considering that I’ve been there for a week?
Great things:
1) location: it’s right on the beach, not far from airport and other places to explore
2. Location: it was very calm and relaxing, which is why we chose Haikou as opposed to Sanya. No heavy crowds, except when going to touristy places can expect some crowd but still manageable
3. Free photoshoot was fun and good way to create memories
4. Hot pool was a good way to make up for being in a pool, we loved it
5. Western restaurant was fine, had some good options.
6. Little play center for kids
7. Large grounds for kids to run around and to enjoy outdoors.
8. Accommodating: we were assigned a room on the 5th floor but on arrival it had a strong mould odour from the moment you exit the elevator. Was so bad when I entered the room, I instantly got a headache. All rooms have no windows, only a balcony door but be aware of bugs and spiders. We immediately got moved to a room on the 4th floor, less odour and no smell in the room.
9) Entertainment: live music at night
Would I go again? Yes, especially since I know what to expect. Or try another hotel in the same area.
Overall, we were happy to be by the seaside and explore places in Haikou.