Skyscraper of impressions
For over 2,000 years, Guangzhou has been known as a city of gourmets and merchants, poets and philosophers. Today, this 18-million-strong metropolis has transformed from a maze of pagodas, black-tiled rooftops, shops, and teahouses into a futuristic world dominated by gleaming skyscrapers, luxury hotels, high-end boutiques, and a vibrant cultural life. Guangzhou is one of China’s economic powerhouses and the permanent host of the Canton Fair, a major global trade event. But beyond the economy lies the city’s soul: cozy alleyways, architectural wonders, and the legendary Cantonese cuisine that brought dim sum, roast goose, and an entire philosophy of food to the world. It’s hard to find another city that lives in so many eras at once!
Rosewood Guangzhou blends seamlessly into the city’s dynamic landscape. The hotel is just steps away from local landmarks such as the Opera House designed by Zaha Hadid, the charcoal-gray cube of the Guangdong Museum, and the K11 Art Mall, where fashion, art, and technology converge.
The hotel is located within the 530-meter-tall Guangzhou CTF Finance Centre, one of the tallest buildings in the world. The residences occupy floors 68 to 91, with the lobby situated on the 95th floor, while 11 additional floors are dedicated to guest rooms. Everything here is designed to impress, from the futuristic lobby and contemporary Chinese art exhibitions to the spa above the clouds and the Too-High Sky Bar, the tallest bar in South China. Rosewood Guangzhou offers 251 rooms, including 20 suites and 4 duplex suites, ranging in size from 40 square meters to two-story accommodations.
The experience takes your breath away from the moment you step into the world’s fastest elevator, which accelerates to a speed of 21 meters per second, whisking you to the upper floors before you can even say, “Wow!” Seven terraces and several landscaped gardens spread across different levels of the building create a surreal atmosphere, like green islands floating in the clouds.
Designed by the Canadian studio Yabu Pushelberg, the interiors of Rosewood Guangzhou combine modern Chinese art with traditional elements. Every detail—from silk screens and bronze-framed mirrors to porcelain tea sets, brass fixtures, and marble bathrooms—evokes a sense of whimsical luxury, a craft at which the Chinese excel. The panoramic windows offer breathtaking views of the Zhujiang River and the Tianhe business district. The suites and duplexes feature flexible layouts and loft-style interiors. One standout is the Rosewood Terrace Suite, the only suite in the city with its own private terrace.
Rosewood Guangzhou boasts seven restaurants and bars, each with its own unique atmosphere and signature cuisine. A must-visit is Lingnan House, a Michelin-starred restaurant serving authentic Cantonese cuisine. Here, the art of cooking becomes a true gastronomic performance, set against an interior inspired by pre-revolutionary China, complete with vintage chandeliers and quilted leather accents. Young and talented chef Bill Feng loves to experiment: he adds lime leaves to his signature Shunde fish soup, prepares abalone with Sichuan pepper, and serves giant geoduck clams with black truffle.
On the 93rd and 94th floors, you’ll find the two-level Asaya Active wellness complex, the largest among hotels in South China. It features three private spa suites, a yoga studio, a lounge, and a 25-meter indoor pool offering magical views of the city skyline.
