Shaanxi is a landlocked province in north-central China that served as the cradle of Chinese civilization and the eastern terminus of the ancient Silk Road. Home to the world-famous Terracotta Army, the Ming-dynasty Xi'an City Wall, and the sacred cliffs of Mount Hua, Shaanxi pairs 3,000 years of imperial history with the hearty noodle-and-lamb cuisine of the Loess Plateau.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
Sofitel Xian on Renmin Square
A French-flagged five-star tower on Renmin Square in central Xi'an, combining European elegance with Tang Dynasty design motifs, an indoor pool, and multiple fine-dining restaurants.
Shangri-La Hotel Xian
A flagship property in the High-Tech Zone known for its Chi Spa, the acclaimed Shang Palace Cantonese restaurant, and spacious rooms with contemporary Chinese styling.
Grand Hyatt Xi'an
A polished business and leisure hotel in the Qujiang New District, close to the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, with an indoor pool, full spa, and an executive club lounge.
The Westin Xi'an
A wellness-focused five-star hotel near the Big Wild Goose Pagoda featuring the Heavenly Bed program, WestinWORKOUT fitness studio, and an indoor pool.
Wyndham Grand Xian South
A modern high-rise five-star property in Qujiang New District offering panoramic city views, an indoor pool, and multiple dining outlets.
Huaqing Pool Hot Spring Resort Hotel
A boutique hot spring resort set within the historic Huaqing Palace grounds near the Terracotta Army, offering rooms with access to imperial-era mineral spring water.
Fine dining
Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.
Shang Palace at Shangri-La Hotel Xian
Award-winning Cantonese fine dining with a Shaanxi-influenced tasting menu, private dining rooms, and an extensive wine and tea pairing list.
Xi'an SKP Modern Dining Hall
Upscale food hall inside SKP Xi'an blending international technique with regional Shaanxi ingredients, including seared wagyu with Sichuan pepper jus and truffle Shaanxi noodles.
Hongbin Building (Hongbin Lou)
Historic halal banquet hall serving elaborate multi-course Hui feasts, including whole roast lamb leg, in private banquet rooms since the early 20th century.
Fanning Court at Grand Hyatt Xi'an
Refined Chinese fine-dining restaurant serving Cantonese and Shaanxi-fusion banquet dishes in private rooms overlooking the Qujiang New District.
Tang Dynasty Imperial Banquet Dinner-Theater
A multi-course reproduction of a Tang court banquet paired with live classical Tang court music and dance performance at dedicated dinner-theater venues.
Exclusive experiences
Bespoke and once-in-a-lifetime activities.
Private Hot Spring Bathing at Huaqing Palace
Private Tang-court-style bathing rooms fed by the same 1,300-year-old thermal spring water once reserved for Emperor Xuanzong and Consort Yang Guifei, located within the Huaqing Palace complex near the Terracotta Army.
Song of Everlasting Sorrow Outdoor Night Show with Tang-Style Dinner
A large-scale outdoor theatrical performance staged against Mount Li at Huaqing Palace, dramatizing the Tang Dynasty love story of Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Guifei with elaborate lighting, live orchestration, and hundreds of performers, often paired with a Tang-style set dinner beforehand.
Private Early-Access Terracotta Army Tour
A private guided tour departing before general opening hours to view Pits 1, 2, and 3 of the Terracotal Army with a private vehicle transfer and no shopping detours, avoiding the midday tour-group crush.
Tang Dynasty Imperial Banquet with Cultural Performance
A multi-course reproduction of a Tang court banquet paired with a live performance of classical Tang court music and dance, staged at dedicated dinner-theater venues in central Xi'an.
Private City Wall and Muslim Quarter Culinary Walk
A private half-day experience combining a guided cycle or walk along the Ming-era City Wall ramparts with a curated tasting route through the Muslim Quarter's historic food stalls.
Spas & wellness
World-class spa retreats and treatments.
Chi Spa at Shangri-La Hotel Xian
A signature spa drawing on Himalayan and Chinese healing traditions, offering treatments using Sichuan and Shaanxi herbal ingredients in a tranquil, low-lit setting.
Sofitel Spa at Sofitel Xian on Renmin Square
A full-service spa with steam rooms, massage suites, and a fitness center within the Sofitel's central Renmin Square tower.
Huaqing Palace Private Hot Spring Rooms
Tang court-style private bathing chambers fed by mineral-rich thermal spring water, offering a historic alternative to a conventional hotel spa treatment.
Willow Stream Spa at The Westin Xi'an
A wellness-oriented spa offering massage and hydrotherapy treatments alongside the hotel's indoor pool and fitness studio.
Luxury transport
Travel in style.
- Private Drivers
- Five-star hotel concierge desks in Xi'an routinely arrange private English-speaking drivers for day trips to the Terracotta Army, Huaqing Palace, and Mount Hua, typically billed per vehicle for a half or full day rather than per person.
- Airport Transfer
- Private car transfer from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport to central hotels takes roughly 45-60 minutes and is bookable directly through hotel concierge services or airport limousine counters.
- High Speed Rail
- Xi'an North Railway Station offers VIP waiting lounges for first-class and business-class high-speed rail ticket holders traveling onward to Beijing, Chengdu, or other major cities.
- Private Charter
- Private charter vehicles with driver-guides are commonly used for multi-day itineraries combining Xi'an city sights with Mount Hua or the Hukou Waterfall, avoiding the fixed schedules of group coach tours.