Park Hyatt Ningbo — Ningbo, China

Perched 500m above sea level, among rural fishing villages and the tea plantations of Mount Fuquan, the Park Hyatt Ningbo Resort and Spa offers dramatic views over Dongqian Lake. Its 236 rooms and series of low-lying standalone villas have gabled roofs, open courtyards and gentle landscaping that blend discreetly into the surrounding vista. Emphasising traditional Chinese herbal philosophy, the Yue Hu Spa offers treatments such as the Energising Ear massage, acupressure massage and herbal steam bath - plus an outdoor infinity pool. A private dining room comes complete with a discreet butler.