It’s 8.15pm. WeChat buzzes. “Babe, I’m tipsy. I’ve had a few pints.”
1.45am. Another buzz: “I’m totally hammered!”
You could argue we should have seen this coming hours ago. It’s what happens when someone’s having fun at a club – or in this case, surrendering to the rapturous vibes of SoFit.
Given how touchy people are these days, it’s sheer luck that this new club, housed in one of the finest five-star hotels in Guangzhou, hasn’t been protested, picketed or petitioned yet. There may be snotty types who take objection to the fact that it’s named after a famous hospitality brand or situated in such an elegant locale, but we say, if it doesn’t sound like your cup of tea, just don’t go. And if you’re looking for hook-ups or titillation, head elsewhere: this is a club to drink, drink and drink until you leave your comfy drinking spot and dance like it's your last day on earth.
Music runs the gamut from house and trap to electronic, and the venue is large enough so you’re not claustrophobic. The dance floor, DJ booth and bar are in the main room on the first floor, and the second floor sports a large KTV room for private events and a smaller space for hip-hop after-parties.
There’s a decent mix of people from around the globe, coming in not because they’ve noticed the Bentley showroom next to the entrance, but because the drinks are reasonable enough to keep them sated and cool. Cocktails are RMB60, bottles like Johnny Walker Black Label run for RMB780, and that’s about all you need to know – you won’t be remembering too much anyway.
If you're a tad weary upon entering, you'll end up feeling even more ancient and unwholesome at the sight of all that effortless exuberance. Some people make it all look so easy, especially those hot stage dancers that could outlast energizer bunnies. But hey, this is a club, and booze and dance is a bandage for the soul.
What can we say about the vibe? It’s fun! In truth, everyone – including the wait staff and team – looks to be having an absolute riot: they have the exhilaration and energy levels of people either paid in 24/7 gym memberships or bags of the good stuff. We’re kidding. It’s good times.
For anyone looking to venture out to SoFit, expect simple, down-to-earth, no-thinking fun built for long Friday and Saturday nights that spin out of control. Take it easy. Let your long hair down. Do some B52 shots. And the next morning, keep ‘em paracetamol companies and brunch places in business. C'est magnifique.
Price: RMB120 and upwards (or however much it takes you to get tipsy)
Who’s going: those who know how to let their hair down
Good for: painting Tianhe red, late night pandemonium
Nearest metro: Linhe Xi (Exit B), 10 minutes
Mon-Fri 10pm-4am, Sat-Sun 10pm-5am. See listing for SoFit.
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