While many boutique name brands have come to China in the past 2 decades, it has only been in recent years that home grown products of quality and authenticity have come to the fore. Destination China has gathered for you a range of options that you may want to explore should you or your guests be looking for something unique and boutique in China.

Beijing: Bailixiangju Resort

Comprised of an old primary school and village hall, this boutique property boasts a dichotomous use of local design influences and new modern elements to create a warm yet modern space for your guests to relax. Situated in a small village outside of Beijing, this property, designed and built by the Spear Masterminds who were behind the brickyard and schoolhouse at Mutianyu, is a perfect addition to any MICE programme in Beijing.

Shanghai: The Waterhouse at South Bund

What was once a crumbling factory-turned-Japanese army headquarters has taken yet another turn in its tumultuous journey: it's become one of Shanghai's hottest boutique hotels. Set on the banks of Shanghai's Huangpu River with a spectacular view of the renowned Pudong skyline, The Waterhouse at South Bund offers an impressive blend of the historic architecture of Shanghai alongside touches of contemporary Chinese design.

Near Hangzhou: Naked Stables, Moganshan

Naked Stables is naked's inaugural resort and the first in China to achieve LEED Platinum certification. Luxury accommodation comes in the form of 121 rooms - Tree Top Villas or Earth Huts - spread along a secluded valley. True to its name, an authentic horse stable is paramount to the resort, and provides direct interaction with horses. Lounge in a private jacuzzi, explore tea picking and relax by the infinity pool; eat in one of three unique restaurants; and get pampered at naked Leaf Spa. naked Stables offers an unprecedented, exclusive, pure and private experience in nature.

Near Hangzhou: Naked Castle, Moganshan

In 1910, during his 45-years in China, Scottish missionary doctor Duncan Main built a British style castle villa (now The Castle of naked Castle). He spurred medical advancements in Hangzhou and spread a healthy lifestyle concept, the ripples of which can still be felt today. In 1960, this legendary villa collapsed, and its storied past fell into slumber amid the surrounding forest. However, its splendor could not remain concealed for long. In 2007, naked discovered the site of ruins, rediscovering the history, rebuilding and restoring The Castle to its former glory.

Contact us today to organise a unique retreat or relaxing extension of your next MICE event in these two fantastic Eastern Chinese cities.