Over two decades of culinary heritage, weaving Yangxian mountain harvests and Lake Tai delicacies in serene architectural spaces.
HOURS & RESERVATIONS
Reserved for in-house guests, private gatherings, and business banquets. Private rooms are limited; advance phone reservation is recommended.
07:30 - 10:00
Exclusive for guests / Semi-buffet gourmet breakfast
Freshly cooked noodles, nourishing broths, artisan yogurt
11:00 - 13:30
A la carte / Seasonal set menus
Lake Tai aquatic harvests and Yangxian mountain greens
14:00 - 17:00
Pour-over coffee / Tea confections / Yangxian teas
Panoramic tea hills view and relaxing slow afternoon
17:00 - 20:30
Private dining pavilions / Customized seasonal menus
7 private pavilions, advance reservation required
7间独立山景私享包厢（6~16人/间），需提前致电预留席位与定制节令菜单。
DINING SPACES
谢柯操刀设计，大面积采光天窗与落地窗引入茶山竹影，营造静谧、通透、温润的江南宴饮意境。
Panoramic Floor-to-Ceiling Windows · Dedicated Butler
Facing 70 mu of tea fields and bamboo groves with dedicated butler service. Expansive glass invites nature indoors for private banquets and celebrations.
Natural Skylight · Bespoke Xie Ke Solid Wood Furniture
Sunlight filters through south-facing skylights onto custom solid wood tables and tactile ceramics, offering a relaxed setting for all-day dining.
Specialty Coffee · Yangxian Teas · Afternoon Treats
Serving pour-over specialty coffee, seasonal blends, and authentic Yangxian teas. Unwind by the window admiring rolling tea hill mists.
SIGNATURE DISHES
Carefully selected regional harvests and seasonal specialties highly acclaimed by guests and travelers.
A top-rated favorite among travelers. Chewy handmade rice cakes paired with tender squid brimming with roe, coated in a luscious savory glaze.
Shang Yuan's 20-year hallmark. Premium beef ribs slow-braised for hours in secret sauce, meltingly tender with deep caramelized aromas.
Tender pork ribs simmered with local Yixing green plum glaze. Crispy outside, succulent inside, refreshingly balanced and appetizing.
Wild-caught lake fish steamed to silky perfection with fresh green Sichuan peppercorns and artisan soy broth for a fragrant, zesty lift.
Traditional Yixing farm-pressed salted greens tossed with marbled beef, balancing rich marbling with crisp, savory lightness.
Sun-dried mountain bamboo shoots slow-braised with local black pork belly, absorbing rich pan juices for a deeply satisfying flavor.
Artisan dessert inspired by the porous beauty of Taihu Scholar Stones, served alongside hot Yangxian Xueya tea.
Consistently praised by travelers as an unforgettable highlight of their stay. Features made-to-order hot broths and signature noodles alongside a lavish buffet of fresh fruit, artisan cheeses, and housemade preserves.
Rich, concentrated stock brewed for hours, cooked fresh to order with choice toppings.
Daily rotating restorative herbal soups, such as Pigeon Egg & Bamboo Fungus or Loquat Duck soup.
Artistic omelettes with fresh shrimp and asparagus, alongside delicate handmade wontons.
Thick artisanal yogurt paired with chef-simmered wild mountain loquat jam.
GALLERY & AMBIANCE
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HERITAGE & CRAFT
Shang Yuan is not merely an amenity, but a celebrated local culinary institution honed over twenty years. From foraging early spring bamboo in Yangxian peaks to catching the freshest Lake Tai harvests, Shang Yuan merges heritage craft with Xie Ke's wabi-sabi aesthetics.
Crisp spring bamboo shoots, sweet summer Lake Tai fish, rich autumn chestnuts, and nourishing winter broths customized by the 24 solar terms.
Every dish and tea is presented in handmade ceramics by local potters and authentic Zisha teaware, uniting tactile warmth with culinary art.
Inheriting Jiangnan scholar culinary techniques, slow-simmering for hours to coax out concentrated sweetness and rich flavors.
Spaces & Living
In addition to Shang Yuan, enjoy the Tea Room, Silk Fan Art Exhibition, Master Tea Gathering, and 70-mu woodland trails.
Explore Spaces & Living⟶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: Shang Yuan Restaurant features 7 private dining rooms and a main dining hall with 150 seats, serving seasonal Jiangnan and local Yixing dishes. 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.
