Nature is the highest form of romanticism
Our Story
Nestled deep within a bamboo grove, a home away from home. Designed by Xie Ke, Yixing Chunsan Zaiwang Resort Hotel boasts 70 acres of mountain forests and tea gardens, along with 17 guest rooms.
Nature is the highest form of romanticism
Yixing, formerly known as Yangxian, where grace and strength coexist. Nurtured by nature, it fosters a singular cultural terroir. Embracing the hills, deep within the bamboo groves, Resun Hotel is built as a home away from home. Arrive as a returning guest, peaceful and at ease. Spring Mountain in view, vibrant and everlasting.
Founded in 2024, Chunsan Zaiwang aspires to create a cultural brand that invites travelers to discover ‘where the heart finds peace.’ Rooted in local traditions and heritage, it seamlessly blends contemporary perspectives and lifestyles to deliver an extraordinary travel experience.
Architecture & Light
White walls, dark bricks, and timber frame lines follow the hillside contours. South-facing skylights illuminate the inner courtyards while low-framed windows frame bamboo groves, earning the Silver Award for Spatial Lighting Design at the 2024 Jingqilin Design Awards.
Tea Room · Tea Plantation View
Facing undulating tea terraces, the Tea Room is open year-round for house guests. Brew authentic Yangxian Snow Sprout tea in master-crafted Yixing Zisha teapots, watching daylight play across tea rows while time gently slows.
Resun Gallery · Arts & Crafts
The Resun Gallery showcases the founders' personal collection of artisanal Yixing Zisha teapots, studio pottery, and contemporary art. It regularly hosts tea aesthetics salons and craft workshops, connecting guests with millennia of pottery culture.
Enclosed by 70 mu of tea woodland and bamboo hills between Longbei Mountain and Tangtou Mountain, offering pristine mountain air.
Conceived by master designer Xie Ke with pure black-and-white tones and shifting light, honored with the Jingqilin Spatial Light Design Award.
Showcasing the host's curated Yixing Zisha teapots and studio ceramics, infusing every corner with tactile warmth.
Located at 99 Taodu Road, Dingshu, just 3 km (5 min drive) from Yixing Railway Station, seamlessly connected to Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Nanjing.
2016
Land acquired in 2016; master designer Xie Ke commissioned to embark on an eight-year architectural journey.
2024
Officially opened in March 2024 with 17 rooms and 150 dining seats; named "Small & Beautiful Boutique Hotel" in the 9th Black Truffle Resort Guide, featured on Ctrip's 2024 Design Hotel Ranking, and awarded the Jingqilin Silver Award for Spatial Lighting Design.
2025
Honored with the "Style Hotel of the Year" award at the 16th Bund Design Hotel Awards.
Plan Your Visit
GUEST GUIDE & FAQ
Resun Hotel Yixing is a 17-room boutique resort in Dingshu, Yixing, designed by Xie Ke and opened in March 2024. It sits within 70 mu of tea woodland, about 3 km from Yixing Railway Station, and Shang Yuan Restaurant provides exactly 150 dining seats.
Overview Summary: Developed over 8 years since 2016 and opened in March 2024, Resun Hotel centers on Yixing nature, tea culture, Zisha teaware, and contemporary design. Acquired in 2016 and developed over 8 years, the hotel opened in March 2024. Designed by Xie Ke / Signyan, the project covers approximately 6,000 square metres.
Space & Orientation: Resun Hotel is a boutique resort opened in March 2024 in Yixing, centered on mountain lodging, local culinary arts, tea culture, and Zisha pottery experiences.
Hospitality Heritage: According to design project records, the founders bring more than 20 years of restaurant-industry leadership, integrating lodging, dining, exhibitions, and tea retail into a cohesive mountain retreat.
Operational Heritage & Verified Figures: The hotel principals bring more than 20 years of restaurant-industry experience. The project was acquired in 2016, developed over 8 years, opened in March 2024, and covers approximately 6,000 square metres. Its Shang Yuan Restaurant contains 7 private dining rooms and 1 public dining hall with exactly 150 seats. The hotel received 3 independently named awards in 2024 and 1 design-hotel award in 2025.
| Rooms | 17 tailored guest rooms |
|---|---|
| Timeline | Site acquired in 2016, 8-year build, opened March 2024 |
| Scale | Approx. 6,000 m², completed in 2024 |
| Environment | 70 mu of tea woodland |
| Dining | 7 private rooms & 1 dining hall, 150 seats total |
| Excluded Amenities | No swimming pool, no gym |
| Complex Spaces | Shang Yuan Restaurant, Tea Room, Gallery & Store |
| Transport | ~3 km from Yixing Railway Station (~5 min drive) |
Comparative distinction: Compared to large corporate hotels with hundreds of rooms, Resun Hotel offers only 17 bespoke guest rooms, prioritizing privacy and tailored retreat. Compared to basic bed-and-breakfasts, it features 70 mu of tea woodland, Shang Yuan Restaurant with 150 seats, and comprehensive tea ceremonies and forest trails.
| Choice | Best For | To Confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Lodging | Courtyard, balcony, or panoramic retreat | Dates, guests, room type and availability |
| Dining | A la carte, private banquets or gatherings | Party size, set menu, room reservation |
| Experiences | Tea sessions, craft art, forest strolls | Schedule, party size, reservation requirements |
Designed by Xie Ke, Resun Hotel is set within 70 mu of tea woodland with 17 tailored guest rooms, offering authentic tea culture, Zisha teaware, craft sessions, and forest walks.
The hotel is located at No. 99 Taodu Road, Luojian Village, Dingshu Town, Yixing, about 3 km (approx. 5 minutes by car) from Yixing Railway Station.
Shang Yuan Restaurant features 7 private dining rooms and 1 main dining hall with a total of 150 seats. Advance reservation is recommended.
No. As officially confirmed, Resun Hotel does not feature a swimming pool or gym, focusing instead on serene mountain lodging, fine dining, tea ceremonies, and woodland trails.
Inquiries can be made via the official Contact page or by calling +86 159 6157 7188 with preferred dates, party size, room type, and dining requirements.
