Hotel Indigo Hainan Clear Water Bay draws inspiration from the idea of an “Ocean’s Treasure Boutique,” reimagining the ancient marine lifestyle of the Dan people through the lens of contemporary minimalism. Designed by the acclaimed Mr. Yang Bangsheng and his internationally awarded firm YANG Design Group, the hotel embodies a poetic dialogue between island charm and neighborhood storytelling.
Inside the hotel, pearl-inspired lighting casts a gentle glow, while blue-white tones and coral-hued furnishings echo the natural palette of Hainan’s reefs. Guestrooms fuse modern art trends with traditional Li brocade weaving and rattan craftsmanship, vividly interpreting the Dan people's dual lifestyle philosophy of “farming the sea and living between land and water.”
At the hotel’s Intrigue Restaurant, local Hainanese flavors meet modern culinary innovation to deliver creative dining experiences. A range of resort facilities — from a Lazy River and Infinity Pool to a Spa, Children's Club, and The Fit — provide well-rounded relaxation. Through curated neighborhood experiences led by local "neighborhood hosts," guests are invited to explore Lingshui Old Street, Coconut Island, and traditional intangible cultural heritage, gaining deeper insight into Hainan’s history, culture, and human stories — all in true Indigo spirit.
"Second visit! Last year's experience was so great that we chose Indigo again this year. The kids are already very familiar with the hotel.
This time we stayed in a sea-view twin room, and the location was excellent, basically facing the sea directly. Since both children have grown a bit, the 1.35m beds were a little narrow. However, we found that we could push the mattresses together in the middle, and once combined, it was perfectly spacious. We requested latex pillows in advance, and the mattress firmness was just right, ensuring a great night's sleep every night. The room facilities are mostly smart, which is very convenient. There were welcome fruits and a complimentary mini-bar daily, plus we received a cake and a gift.
Breakfast was still rich and exquisite. The layered pastries were excellent as always. Last year I couldn't stop thinking about the butterfly-shaped pastries, and this year I fell in love with the sour noodles and fish balls! You can't take food away from breakfast, not even your own leftovers, but you can get coffee to go from the bar. Breakfast hours are quite long, I think from 7 AM to 11 AM, so it can basically serve as brunch.
The hotel's public areas are still shared with the Kimpton. There's also a shuttle bus at the main entrance that can take you to the pool, beach, etc. This year, new loungers and parasols have been added to the beach, with a service point nearby that's similar to the one at the pool, where you can get warm bath towels and mineral water. Very nice!
Our butler this time was Summer. Although we didn't meet in person, I heard he's a very lovely guy. He helped arrange everything throughout our stay, always responsive, enthusiastic, and patient. Also, the cleaning lady we met every day was always smiling, and she worked cleanly and efficiently. The guy who restocked the mini-bar was also very attentive and adjusted things according to our needs. Other staff members were also very polite, always greeting us and actively offering help. We had a very comfortable stay here. If we have plans to visit Lingshui again in the future, we will still choose Indigo, and I hope to see even more positive changes next time."