LEISURE FACILITIES

The infinity pool is suffused with underwater music; the fitness center stocked with cardio gear and an assortment of free weights. The latter is open 24/7. The spa is a world unto itself: secluded, quiet and elementally relaxing.

The fundamental friendliness of Chengdu people is striking. With some 600 staff serving 353 rooms and suites, the ratio is right. Beyond the marbled magnificence of this Ritz-Carton, it’s the cadre of concerned employees that makes the difference. BT