Guangdong is China's most populous province and its economic powerhouse, located in the far south along the South China Sea. It encompasses the vast Pearl River Delta megacity region, including Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Foshan, and Dongguan. The province is the birthplace of Cantonese cuisine, culture, and language, and has been the gateway between China and the world for centuries. From the UNESCO World Heritage Danxia Mountain to the gleaming skylines of Guangzhou and Shenzhen, Guangdong offers a dizzying blend of ancient tradition and hyper-modern city life.
Top spas
Curated picks for treatments and day spas.
Sense Spa at Rosewood Guangzhou
One of Guangdong's finest hotel spas, with treatments inspired by Lingnan medicinal herb traditions. The Cantonese Herbal Ritual begins with a foot soak in ginger and osmanthus, followed by a full-body exfoliation with rice powder, and a Cantonese herbal wrap.
Iridium Spa at St. Regis Shenzhen
A luxurious spa with signature Chinese meridian therapy treatments and a comprehensive wellness menu blending Western and Traditional Chinese Medicine approaches.
Chuan Body + Soul (Langham Shenzhen)
The Langham's globally renowned Chuan spa brand applies Traditional Chinese Five Element theory to wellness treatments. The Cantonese-influenced wellness menu is exceptional.
Wellness travel tips
Get the most from your wellness experience.
Book treatments in advance — popular slots fill up quickly during peak season.
Hydrate well before and after treatments, especially massages and saunas.
Communicate any allergies or skin sensitivities before treatments begin.