China’s hospitality industry is picking up pace as developers roll out new hotel projects and major refurbishments in key cities and popular leisure destinations. From buzzing urban hubs like Shanghai and Shenzhen to mountain retreats and coastal getaways, hotels under construction signal solid confidence in China’s tourism, meetings, and business travel markets.
For hotel suppliers and other industry players, staying on top of these hotel developments is essential for spotting opportunities early (before your competitors do) and reaching owners, developers, and operators at the right moment.
Drawing on insights from the THP hotel project database, this article highlights a selection of standout 4- and 5-star hotel developments currently underway across China.
4-Star Hotels Under Construction
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Crowne Plaza Jingjiang (Jingjiang, Jiangsu): Currently under construction and planned to open in 2030, this 4-star IHG hotel in Binjiang New Town is a new-build project with 270 rooms, spanning about 70,000 square meters and 800 million yuan in investment, featuring a business conference center, catering center, and other supporting facilities.
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Upper House Xi’an (Xi’an, Shaanxi): The House Collective’s Upper House Xi’an, currently under construction in the Small Wild Goose Pagoda zone, is a new-build luxury hotel and residences with 170 rooms, most offering pagoda views. Designed by SHIGERU BAN Architects with Layan interiors, the hotel is set to open in 2028 and blends dining, art, culture, lifestyle, and wellness experiences.
Luxurious 5-Star Hotel Projects
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Sheraton Wenling Hotel (Taizhou, Zhejiang): Now under development, the Sheraton Wenling Hotel offers 352 rooms with river views, opening in 2027. Designed by Woods Bagot and HBA, it's five minutes from Wenling Economic Zone, 30 minutes from Taizhou Airport, with a fitness center, pool, and spa, as well as dining options, a lobby bar, and 4,259 square meters of meeting space.
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The Ritz-Carlton Wenzhou (Zhejiang, Wenzhou): Currently under construction, this new Ritz-Carlton hotel features 222 rooms and is slated to open in 2028. Designed by Skidmore Owings & Merrill (SOM) with Avalon Collective interiors, it includes a 25-meter indoor pool, 160-square-meter fitness center, Ritz-Carlton Spa, specialty and Chinese restaurants, Lobby Lounge, destination bar, banquet hall, and four multi-functional conference rooms.
What’s Next for China’s Hotel Pipeline?
China’s hotel pipeline stays vibrant, with new builds, major refurbishments, and mixed-use projects transforming bustling cities and airport zones. Upcoming openings will boost room count and elevate guest experiences nationwide.
Regularly tracking the THP database is essential for suppliers looking to stay ahead and align with the most promising hotel projects that are happening now. If you had access to the THP database, you'd see that there are thousands more are in the pipeline! Book a demo to see what you’re missing.
