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Saiyuen

Accommodation
Cheung Chau, Hong Kong

Island escape without leaving Hong Kong

Hong Kong might be known for its skyscrapers and packed city streets but just 45 minutes from Hong Kong Central you can find yourself on a car-free island surrounded by nature.

Saiyuen sits across nearly 11 acres on Cheung Chau, giving you the space to slow down, breathe in the sea air and get away from the noise of the city. It’s the kind of Hong Kong you probably didn’t know existed.

Stay overnight in a safari tent, geodesic dome or Mongolian-style ger, bring your own tent, or simply come over for the day to enjoy the grounds and outdoor activities. Whether you have a few hours or a couple of nights, Saiyuen makes it surprisingly easy to swap city life for the outdoors.

Rooms
40
STYLE
Tented Camps
Hotel feature
BBQ, tree-top canopy walk, climbing, abseiling, secluded beach
SURROUNDINGS
Coastal views, beaches
HK$350-HK$910

per night

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BBQ

Tree-top canopy walk

3 mins walk to secluded beach


Planet & People

Stay surrounded by nature
For a city where space is hard to come by, nearly 11 acres of private land feels pretty special. Saiyuen has around 40 accommodation options spread across the grounds, from safari tents and stargazing geodesic domes to gers and wild camping pitches. There are options for couples, families and groups, with no minimum stay required. Beyond the campsite, explore Cheung Chau's vehicle-free streets, beaches and fishing heritage, stop by independent cafés and restaurants, or spend the day wandering around the island at your own pace.

Part of the Cheung Chau community
Around 2/3 of Saiyuen's team is from the island, while many of its suppliers and partners are also based on the island, including its food and beverage partners.

Saiyuen takes part in community celebrations including the annual Bun Festival, shares produce from its farm and pond with a local senior home, and works with universities that use the site for research and learning. It has also sponsored a bilingual book, Cheung Chau Tells, sharing the stories of 25 Cheung Chau business owners.

The connection to the island can be seen across the property too. Structures make use of granite found on Cheung Chau and details inspired by traditional building methods, while well water is used for flushing and irrigation.

Saiyuen's presence has also helped bring more activity to this quieter corner of Cheung Chau. When the campsite first opened, there was just one small convenience store and restaurant nearby; today, the neighbourhood has additional cafés, shops and places to eat.

More than somewhere to sleep
There's plenty to do without leaving Saiyuen. Take on the tree-top canopy walk, try climbing or abseiling, or join one of its outdoor, nature and cultural activities. Guests staying in selected tents receive 15% off selected activities.


Story behind Saiyuen

The name Saiyuen means "West Garden", a nod to its location and the family's patriarch, who enjoyed nature and life in the country. The road leading up to Saiyuen is actually named after him!

Family-owned for more than 75 years, the land was originally a working farm, growing produce and keeping livestock before economic changes in Hong Kong meant that food supplies were sourced elsewhere. By the 1980s, it had become a private retreat where the family could get away from city life and celebrate ancestral holidays.

In the 2010s, they decided to open the property to others, turning the land into somewhere more people could come reconnect with nature, get outdoors and discover this side of Hong Kong.

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Fact Sheet

Basic Information
Check in: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Check out: 9:30am - 11:30am
Food & Drinks
Cook up a BBQ onsite, order breakfast & meals in advance or explore Cheung Chau’s many local cafés & restaurants.
Activities
Tree-top canopy walk, climbing & abseiling, archery, team challenges, nature & cultural workshops, stargazing, island walks & Cheung Chau exploring.
General
Free wifi
Garden
Family friendly
Free parking
24 hour security
Accessibility
Accessible facilities are available

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