Best beaches in Sanya

3 ranked beaches in Sanya, Hainan

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Sanya

1
Dadonghai Beach
Great for surfing and enjoying turquoise waters
7.0

2

Tianya Haijiao

Known for its romantic ambiance and beautiful beaches

7.0

3

Yalong Bay

Famous for its stunning white sand and scenic beauty

7.0

What makes Sanya's beaches stand out?

Sanya sits in Hainan, China and is home to 3 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Sanya or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.