As it marks its 20th year in China, global hospitality firm Banyan Group recently expanded its largest market to 36 operating hotels with the openings of Angsana Zhoushan and Homm Wenzhou Nanxijiang in Zhejiang Province in Eastern China.

Two more hotels, Banyan Tree Zhuhai Phoenix Bay and Dhawa Beihai Weizhou Island, are slated to open later this year, keeping the Group on track to celebrate a global milestone in November with the Grand Opening of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree in Singapore, its 100th hotel.

According to Banyan Group’s senior vice-president for hotel operations and business development in China, Philip Ding: “These openings build on our growth momentum in China as we mark our 20-year anniversary and approach our 100th hotel globally. Zhejiang’s landscapes and cultural heritage are a perfect fit for Angsana’s spirit of exploration and Homm’s welcoming comfort. Both properties celebrate local traditions, promote ecological harmony, and reflect our commitment to design-led, sustainable hospitality.”

Angsana Zhoushan: the Art of Cultural Immersion

Known as the “city of a thousand islands,” Zhoushan is celebrated for its fishing villages, ancient temples, and dramatic coastal scenery.

Angsana Zhoushan is set at the foothills of Wujian Mountain in Putuo District, bordering Wuling Wetland Park, and overlooking the Thousand Island Coast just east of Shanghai.

Just 15 minutes from the ferry terminals, with direct boat access to Putuo Mountain and Dongji Island, the resort offers a vibrant yet tranquil base to connect with nature and local culture.

Inspired by Zhoushan’s maritime heritage, the hotel’s design incorporates textures from fishing nets, knots, feathers, and stone: a contemporary tribute to traditional crafts and island life.

Conceived as a “boat of dialogue,” its spaces invite guests to journey between nature and the soul.

The 222 guestrooms and villas combine natural materials with modern comforts, many with private onsen pools or courtyards.

Signature wellness facilities include the award-winning Angsana Spa, as well as the Angsana Onsen with 16 outdoor pools and a dedicated children’s pool.

Homm Wenzhou Nanxijiang: A Riverside Mountain Retreat

On Zhejiang’s southeastern coast, Wenzhou is known for its lush mountains, tranquil valleys, and river landscapes that change with the seasons.

Homm Wenzhou Nanxijiang sits between the Yandang Mountains to the east and the Nanxi River to the west, blending Song Dynasty garden aesthetics with the natural surroundings.

The hotel offers 100 rooms and suites, including 20 family-friendly layouts in a dedicated parent-child building.