Chimelong Hengqin Bay Hotel
Private Beach · Water World · Ocean Kingdom Complete Guide
The flagship 5-star resort of Chimelong International Ocean Holiday Zone — private beach + complimentary water world access for guests, walking distance to Ocean Kingdom. Combo packages from ¥1,280; save 20% vs. booking separately.
Quick Overview
| Star Rating | 5-star (Chimelong Resort flagship) |
|---|---|
| Location | Hengqin New District, Zhuhai — 10-minute walk to Ocean Kingdom |
| Private Beach | Complimentary for guests; approximately 400 meters long |
| Water World | Complimentary unlimited access for guests, includes slides, lazy river, kids zone |
| Room-Only Rate | From ¥1,280 per night (deluxe oceanview) |
| Combo Package | From ¥1,680 (1 night + 2 Ocean Kingdom tickets) |
| Best For | Family vacations, parent-child trips, honeymoons, HK/Macau weekend getaways |
1. Why Choose Hengqin Bay Hotel
Chimelong International Ocean Holiday Zone is southern China's largest ocean-themed resort, and Hengqin Bay Hotel is the zone's flagship property. It's not merely an accommodation — it's a complete destination experience.
Many families visit just to see Ocean Kingdom, staying one night before leaving. But at Hengqin Bay Hotel, you'll discover the resort itself provides a full day of activities: private beach strolls, water world slides and drifting, dolphin-bay viewing, multiple dining venues — a complete vacation without leaving the property.
Location is unbeatable: a 10-minute walk to Ocean Kingdom, and combo packages are 15–25% cheaper than purchasing separately. For families planning 2–3 nights at Chimelong, this offers the best value.
2. Room Types Explained
Hengqin Bay Hotel features over 1,800 rooms spread across the main tower and resort villas, ranging from standard to presidential suites to suit every budget and need.
Deluxe / Premier Rooms
45–55 sq m with large floor-to-ceiling windows, available in garden view or oceanview. Spacious and bright with twin or double beds and separate wet/dry bathrooms. Oceanview rooms overlook the private beach and South China Sea; sunset views are spectacular. This is the go-to choice for most families — ample space at reasonable prices.
Family-Theme Rooms
Approximately 50 sq m, designed specifically for families with children. Decorated with ocean theme, featuring kids' tent, mini slide, children's toiletries, and mini bathrobes. Children are usually delighted upon entering. Note: family rooms are limited; book at least 2 weeks in advance for peak season.
Suite Collection
Includes executive suites (80 sq m), oceanview suites (100+ sq m), and presidential suite. Guests enjoy executive lounge access, complimentary afternoon tea, dedicated pool access, and other perks. Perfect for honeymoons or guests with premium accommodation expectations.
Resort Villas
Stand-alone villas on the east side with private gardens and pools. 2–3 bedrooms, ideal for large families or group travel. Excellent privacy, but prices are 3–5x regular room rates.
3. Private Beach
One of Hengqin Bay Hotel's signature features is its private beach — nearly unique among Zhuhai hotels. Approximately 400 meters of pristine sand facing the South China Sea, with soft sand and clear water.
Complimentary lounge chairs, umbrellas, and shower facilities. Optional rentals include water bikes, kayaks, and beach volleyball equipment. Evening sunsets are the resort's most beautiful sight — many guests time their beach visit for golden hour photography.
Key note: the beach is reserved for guests only with room key access. Even during peak season, the beach remains uncrowded unlike public beaches.
4. Water World Park
Hengqin Bay Hotel's "Water World" is an exclusive guest-only water park (separate from Chimelong Water Park), featuring:
- Wave Pool: simulates ocean waves, suitable for adults and older kids.
- Lazy River: circles the entire water world, approximately 500 meters; drift on floating rings.
- High-Speed Slides: 3 slides with varying difficulty levels; maximum drop approximately 15 meters.
- Kids Splash Zone: 30 cm water depth with small slides and spray features, ideal for ages 2–6.
- Warm Therapy Pools: heated soaking pools near the beach for guests avoiding thrill rides.
Water World typically opens 09:00–18:00 (extended to 20:00 in summer); guests enjoy complimentary unlimited access. Suggested strategy: Ocean Kingdom in the morning, water world in the afternoon when crowds are lighter and sun is gentler.
5. Ocean Kingdom Theme Park: Walking Distance
Chimelong Ocean Kingdom is one of the world's largest ocean-themed parks, featuring the Whale Shark Aquarium (world's largest tank), penguin zones, 5D castle theater, roller coasters, and nightly fireworks.
From Hengqin Bay Hotel, Ocean Kingdom's main entrance is a 10–15 minute walk. The hotel also operates complimentary shuttle buses every 15–20 minutes (5-minute ride).
Importantly, guests at Chimelong-branded hotels receive 30-minute early entry — enter before regular guests and experience popular attractions (especially Whale Shark Aquarium and roller coasters) with shorter waits.
6. Accommodation Packages
| Package | Includes | Standard Price | Klook Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Room Only | 1 night deluxe oceanview + water world + beach | ¥1,580 | ¥1,280 |
| 1 Night + 2 Tickets | Deluxe room + 2 Ocean Kingdom admissions | ¥2,180 | ¥1,680 |
| 2 Nights + 4 Tickets | 2 nights deluxe + 4 Ocean Kingdom admissions | ¥4,360 | ¥3,280 |
| Family Deluxe Package | 1 night family room + 2 adult + 1 child ticket + breakfast | ¥3,200 | ¥2,580 |
| Honeymoon / Couples | 1 night oceanview suite + couple dinner + 2 tickets | ¥5,800 | ¥4,680 |
Recommendation: If planning to visit Ocean Kingdom (most guests do), always select a combo package. For example, the "1 Night + 2 Tickets" package: Ocean Kingdom tickets cost approximately ¥395 per person (¥790 for two). At ¥1,680 total, your accommodation cost is only ¥890 — cheaper than room-only rates.
7. Dining Options
Hengqin Bay Hotel features multiple on-site restaurants with Chinese, Western, and Japanese cuisines — no need to leave the resort for meals.
- White Whale All-Day Restaurant (buffet): breakfast, lunch, dinner buffets with standout seafood station — unlimited oysters, crab legs, sashimi. Over 100 breakfast items.
- Hengqin Bay Chinese Restaurant: Cantonese cuisine, refined dim sum, perfect for family gatherings. Try the crispy roasted goose and shrimp dumplings.
- Coral Restaurant: Western fine dining, ideal for couples' dinners or business meals.
- Lobby Lounge: afternoon tea and cocktails with oceanview seating in high demand.
- Poolside Bar: casual dining beside water world — burgers, fries, ice cream for snacking while playing.
Tip: choose packages with breakfast included — external resort dining is expensive, and a full breakfast extends your afternoon budget and reduces lunch costs.
8. Hengqin Bay vs Penguin Hotel vs Spaceship Hotel
Chimelong Resort operates three branded hotels with different positioning. Choice depends on your budget and priorities:
| Comparison | Hengqin Bay | Penguin Hotel | Spaceship Hotel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Positioning | Flagship 5-star | Themed mid-range | Sci-fi themed upper-mid |
| Price / night | ¥1,280+ | ¥680+ | ¥980+ |
| Room size | 45–55 m² | 30–38 m² | 35–45 m² |
| Private beach | Yes | No | No |
| Water world | Complimentary | No | No |
| Signature feature | Beach + water world + oceanview | Penguin corridor viewing | Sci-fi design + robot service |
| Walk to Ocean Kingdom | 10 min | 5 min | 8 min |
| Ideal for | Quality-focused families, honeymoons | Budget families, young kids | Tech-loving families |
Selection Guide:
- Premium budget, complete resort experience → Hengqin Bay (private beach and water world unavailable elsewhere)
- Children ages 3–8, budget-limited → Penguin Hotel (most affordable + penguin corridor captivates young guests)
- Children ages 8–15, tech enthusiasts → Spaceship Hotel (sci-fi theme + robot service delivery, mid-tier pricing)
9. Transportation & Getting There
- From Guangzhou: Guangzhu city rail to Zhuhai Station (approximately 1 hour). Exit and arrange car/Chimelong shuttle to hotel (approximately 40 minutes).
- From Shenzhen: Shekou ferry terminal to Zhuhai Jiuzhou Port (approximately 1 hour). Taxi from port to hotel (approximately 30 minutes).
- From Macau: Clear Hengqin Border Crossing; hotel provides complimentary shuttle (approximately 10 minutes). Most convenient route.
- From Hong Kong: Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge coach to Zhuhai checkpoint, then transfer to resort (approximately 2 hours total).
- Zhuhai Jinwan Airport: taxi (approximately 45 minutes, ¥120–150).
10. Practical Check-In Tips
- Check-in time: 15:00 onward; check-out: 11:00 AM. Request late checkout to 13:00 (subject to room availability).
- Early entry privilege: guests receive 30-minute early Ocean Kingdom access — take advantage. Start at 08:30 instead of 09:00.
- Day-one strategy: afternoon check-in → water world → beach sunset → hotel dinner → Ocean Kingdom evening fireworks show.
- Day-two strategy: 08:30 early entry → Whale Shark Aquarium and roller coaster priority → midday return and rest → afternoon continuation.
- Peak-season booking: July–August summer break, National Day, Spring Festival are busiest; rooms cost 2x and availability is limited. Book 1+ month ahead, or select April–May or September–October weekdays.
- Pack swimwear: water world and beach are primary attractions; bring swimsuits, sunscreen, water shoes.
- Kids items: hotel provides cribs, kids slippers, toothbrushes — request at front desk.
- Luggage storage: complimentary after checkout — continue exploring the resort.
11. Best Seasons to Visit
- Best: April–May, October–November — pleasant weather, moderate crowds, reasonable rates. Water world and beach fully operational.
- Summer (June–September) — peak popularity but crowded; Ocean Kingdom queues exceed 60 minutes. Water attractions are optimal.
- Winter (December–February) — Zhuhai temps 15–20°C, water world closed seasonally, but rates lowest and Ocean Kingdom least crowded.
- Holidays — avoid National Day and Spring Festival; rates peak and rooms are hard to secure.
12. Why Book Through Us
- Klook rates are 15–25% below official pricing;
- Combo packages with tickets handled in one transaction, no separate purchases;
- Instant e-confirmation on phone — show at front desk for check-in;
- Free cancellation 24–72 hours pre-arrival (varies by package);
- Supports English, Chinese, Japanese, and other languages;
- Accumulate Klook points toward future bookings.