Which is the first private five-star hotel?

The first private five-star hotel is Guangzhou White Swan Hotel.

White Swan Hotel is located in Guangzhou Shamian White Swan Pool. It was jointly built by Mr. Fok Ying Tung and the Guangdong Provincial Government. The hotel opened on 1983, which is the first five-star hotel in China.

Five-star refers to a hotel with a comprehensive level of five stars. The classification of hotel stars is based on the hotel's architecture, facilities, functions, management and service level. The specific evaluation methods shall be implemented in accordance with the evaluation standards of facilities and equipment, maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment, cleanliness and hygiene, and guest opinions issued by the National Tourism Administration.