LUX* Resorts & Hotels has announced the launch of LUX* Chongzuo, Guangxi Resort & Villas. The opening marks the brand’s first international luxury resort in the country and the beginning of the hotel group’s expansion plans in Asia.
Surrounded by tropical forests with views of the Karst mountain formations and the Mingshi river, the resort comprises 56 suites and villas with private, river-facing terraces and plunge pools that open up to the vast natural surroundings and tropical forests, with suite sizes ranging between 80 and 180 square metres.
Conceptualised by Teamer International based in Guangzhou, the architecture and interiors are designed to integrate with the natural surroundings, blending into the landscape using a natural colour palette, stone and wood materials for the furnishings, and accents of copper.
The F&B offering – led by Executive Chef George Qu – features two restaurants and three bars. Located by the river’s edge, the all-day dining restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a wide variety of Chinese, Southeast Asian and Western specialties to choose from, either a la carte or from interactive culinary stations.
Meanwhile, the speciality steakhouse presents exquisite dishes with meticulously-sourced meat cuts and a selection of fine wines from around the world.
Inspired by the quintessential European cafés and bars in France and Italy, Maison LUX* serves coffee, homemade pastries and artisanal ice cream, before transforming into a lounge bar in the evenings offering aperitifs and digestifs.
Elsewhere, the outdoor rooftop bar offers craft beers, bespoke cocktails and wines alongside small plates. Alternatively, guests can sample refreshing drinks and snacks at the bar next to the infinity pool.
The resort also features a plethora of wellness and fitness facilities. Opening later this year, LUX* Me Spa will offer an integrated wellness concept that incorporates fitness, healing methods, new technology, wellness assessment and personalised journeys. Offering panoramic views of the expansive gardens, the on-site gym is equipped with the latest cardio and weight training equipment.
“We are very excited to launch LUX* Resorts & Hotels’ first ultra-luxury property in China in partnership with owning company, Guangxi Daxin Mingshi Yijing Tourism Development Co. Ltd,” says Paul Jones, Chief Executive Officer of The Lux Collective. “The extraordinary location coupled with world-class facilities will provide guests with an exclusive sanctuary to experience true luxury – time to enjoy the art of slow travel and to connect meaningfully with the local community, culture, food and music.”
