The boutique hotel group who won the travel industry’s equivalent of the Oscars in May 2017 will open a spectacular luxury hotel in a restored sugar mill. Alila Hotels and Resorts will debut the Alila Yangshuo in Guilin, China in July.
The former working sugar mill is set against a backdrop of stunning landscapes, nestled against the dramatic karst mountains of the region. Surrounded by picturesque Guilin temples and lush countryside, the 117-room hotel will bring a touch of luxury to a pastoral setting. The spectacular property is complemented perfectly by the meandering rivers and rolling green hills nearby.
A striking retro-style sugar mill
The former 1960s-era sugar mill has been transformed into a striking modern retro resort. Designed by Ju Bin of Horizontal Space Design and Dong Gong of Vector Architects, the Alila Yangshuo seamlessly blends the original retro-architecture with modern luxury and contemporary touches.
The project carefully preserved many of the mill’s original features and buildings. The original refining room has been cleverly designed into a beautiful 1969 Bar, which specialises in sweet cocktails which feature the house-distilled rum. The pressing room has been elegantly transformed into the Sugar House Restaurant, an airy space which features an eclectic offering of Western and Chinese cuisine, with seasonal farm-to-table produce. A real foodies treat.
Source: www.aluxurytravelblog.com