Xi'an finally has a hotel that’s different

In Xi'an, it’s hard to find a hotel that doesn’t rely on imitation ancient eaves and dragon-phoenix reliefs to say “I am luxurious.” Until Galaxy Cloud Valley appeared—it quietly rewrites the rules with a 14,000㎡ spa center, hot spring rooms starting at 64㎡, and a whole new spatial language. What makes it different? 1. It doesn’t imitate “looks,” but creates a “space” The design team didn’t copy any historical symbols but extracted the profound, tranquil “field sense” of the ancient city. Walking into the lobby, light seeps through carefully calculated gaps, and the concrete walls have textures like landscape patterns. There is no Tang Dynasty here, but the breath of Chang’an is everywhere. 2. Water is not a facility, but the protagonist Most hotels treat pools and spas as amenities, hidden in basements or corners. But here, the water area is the absolute heart. The grand spa space is like a water palace, with light diffusing through mist, and the soaking pool area even features a light, gender-neutral co-bathing space, creating a relaxed atmosphere that completely refreshes the “hotel pool” experience. 3. Rooms are designed for “staying” The basic room type starts at 64㎡, not for numerical luxury, but to accommodate private hot springs, independent tea areas, and truly spacious living spaces. The concept is straightforward: a hotel should not just be a stopover for one night, but a “micro-vacation container” where people can settle in comfortably and slow down. 4. The way it dialogues with the city has changed It’s not located near the Bell Tower, but in Aerospace New City. This itself is a declaration: Xi'an’s luxury experience doesn’t have to always be anchored in historic scenic spots. It uses modern materials (metal, stone, light and shadow) and forward-looking formats (deep water wellness, community socializing) to have an elegant conversation with the city’s future. In short, Galaxy Cloud Valley may not have the “standard” luxurious lobby or glittering decorations you imagine, but it offers something more precious: a “heterogeneous space” where body and mind can completely calm down and gain energy in tranquility. If you’re tired of the monotonous five-star hotels, this might be the “different” answer you’ve been looking for in Xi'an. Project Name｜Galaxy Cloud Valley Hotel Project Type｜Hot Springs + Hotel Location｜Xi’an, Shaanxi, China Area｜30,000㎡ Completion｜2024 Design Scope｜Architecture / Interior / Lighting Design Company｜Beijing Diagonal Design Creative Director｜Wang Bing (Founder of Beijing Diagonal) Design Team｜Beijing Diagonal Design Team Project Photography｜threeimages Three Images Photography