About HLTU
Hainan Lausanne Tourism University
Hainan Lausanne Tourism University (HLTU) is a pioneering institution born from a strategic partnership between CCCC and EHL Hospitality Business School, the world’s top-ranked hospitality university.
As an independent university, HLTU represents a new model of internationalized higher education, officially approved by the Ministry of Education in June 2025 and empowered to grant degrees recognized both domestically and internationally.
Located in Sanya’s Haitang Bay—the heart of China’s “National Coast” and a thriving hub for global tourism.
HLTU offers an immersive learning environment where East meets West, and theory meets practice.
Surrounded by over 200 luxury hotels and Asia’s largest duty-free complex, the university leverages its exceptional setting to deliver career-focused, globally aligned programs.
Students can choose from four industry-driven undergraduate majors:
Hospitality Management
MICE Economy and Management
Tourism Management and Service Education
Culinary and Nutrition Education
Mission, Vision, and Values
Mission
To cultivate globally-minded, innovation-driven leaders who will elevate the hospitality and tourism industries in China and beyond.
Vision
To become a world-class institution bridging Swiss academic excellence and Chinese cultural and industry innovation.
Values
Excellence - Upholding global academic and professional standards.
Practice - Immersive, real-world learning experiences.
Vision - Nurturing global perspectives and cross-cultural leadership.
Collaboration - Fostering strong ties with industry, academia, and government worldwide.
Message from Markus Venzin, CEO of EHL
“This partnership is more than an academic collaboration. It is a shared commitment to shaping the next generation of hospitality leaders—professionals who think globally, lead responsibly, and innovate with purpose. HLTU is an exciting new chapter in EHL’s global journey, and we look forward to walking this path with you.”
Message from Yan Liu, President of HLTU
“At HLTU, we combine the wisdom of Swiss hospitality with China’s unique tourism ecosystem to educate future leaders who embody global vision, innovation, and service excellence. This is a place for exploration, inspiration, and transformation—for students to define the future of hospitality together.”
Our Relationship with EHL
EHL is the academic partner of HLTU and serves as the exclusive authority for all academic decisions.
Oversees teaching, curriculum, and quality assurance at HLTU.
Provides faculty from its campuses in Switzerland and Singapore.
Connects students with its global network, digital resources, and international career opportunities.
HLTU is a key part of EHL’s global educational ecosystem, positioned as its strategic hub in the Asia-Pacific region.
Our Campus
Located in Sanya’s Haitang Bay, HLTU’s modern campus is surrounded by:
Over 30 international luxury hotel brands (e.g., Atlantis, Rosewood, Marriott)
Asia’s largest standalone duty-free mall
Pristine tropical coastlines and vibrant local culture
Our facilities are designed to support immersive learning, and student well-being—with high-quality dormitories, teaching spaces, and industry-standard simulation environments.
Turn Ambition Into Action
At HLTU, big dreams become bold careers. Step into a world-class education designed to launch global changemakers.
