luxury hotels and accommodations, where to stay in Hangzhou

"Above there is heaven, below there is Suzhou and Hangzhou". The city of Hangzhou, beautiful in every season, attracts countless tourists. Whether walking or cycling, it's an ideal destination. Various types of hotels are concentrated around West Lake and Lingyin Temple, allowing visitors to enjoy both stunning views and convenient access to attractions. Following are the best luxury hotels in Hangzhou.

Zhejiang Xizi Hotel Wangzhuang 5*

Zhejiang Xizi Hotel is located at the foothills of "Leifeng Pagoda in Evening Glow", one of the "Ten Scenes of West Lake". It faces the lake to the east and is adjacent to the famous ancient temple Jingci to the south. Across the lake, it offers views of other renowned scenic spots such as "Su Causeway" and "Three Pools Mirroring the Moon", with the views of the South and North Peaks and the Baochu Pagoda, allowing guests to take in the full splendor of the lake and mountains.

The hotel offers a variety of thoughtfully designed rooms and nine different restaurants. Here, one can enjoy a leisurely and refined atmosphere, accompanied by a pot of fragrant tea and good company, escaping the hustle and bustle of city life.

• Address: No. 37 Nanshan Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou
• Website: http://www.xizihotel.com/
• Swimming Pool: Yes
• Available in English: Yes
• Nearby Attractions: the West Lake, Leifeng Pagoda, Zhejiang Art Museum, Changqiao Park

Grand Hotel 5*

Hangzhou Grand Hotel is located in the city center, nestled by the beautiful West Lake. It is in close proximity to West Lake New World, Lakeside Square, and Hubin Walking Street, offering convenient transportation and a serene environment. The hotel features a classical courtyard-style architecture, with a long history and a high reputation both domestically and internationally. The hotel offers a variety of comfortable rooms, blending harmoniously with the lake and mountain scenery, providing a peaceful retreat amid the bustling city.

• Address: No. 171 Nanshan Road, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou
• Website: http://dahua.hotelhangzhou.cn/en
• Swimming Pool: Yes
• Available in English: Yes
• Nearby Attractions: the West Lake, Hefang Street, West Lake Music Fountain, West Lake Museum

Midtown Shangri-La Hangzhou 5*

Midtown Shangri-La Hangzhou, is located in the West Lake Lakeside Business District, right next to the transportation hub of the city, offering easy access to attractions such as Lingyin Temple, Hefang Street, Broken Bridge, and Su Causeway. The hotel offers a range of room types, with the lakeview rooms offering stunning views of West Lake.

There are four restaurants in the hotel for a rich buffet selection, for a relaxing evening drink, or for enjoying authentic Hangzhou cuisine and Cantonese dim sum without having to leave the hotel.

• Address: No. 6 Changshou Road, Gongshu District, Hangzhou
• Website: https://www.shangri-la.com/en/hangzhou/midtownshangrila/
• Swimming Pool: Yes
• Available in English: Yes
• Nearby Attractions: the West Lake, Hubin Park, West Lake Music Fountain, the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal

Minho International Resort 5*

Minho International Resort is located in the heart of the commercial district of Qiandao Lake Town, surrounded by the lake on three sides, offering unparalleled natural landscapes, with stunning views of the Thousand Islands that guests can enjoy from the hotel. The hotel offers a variety of dining options, including organic fish feasts, delicious Cantonese dishes, classic and romantic Western dining, and a top-tier buffet that caters to diverse tastes and preferences.

During leisure time, guests can take children to the Kids' Fun Castle, arcade, or mini go-karts. You can also relax by the outdoor pool or indoor pool, take a walk in the mountains to breathe in fresh air, or unwind at the foot spa and luxury yacht for ultimate relaxation.

• Address: No. 8, Menggu Road, Qiandaohu Town, Chun’an County, Hangzhou
• Website: http://Hangzhou.gbvh.com/indexEN.html
• Swimming Pool: Yes
• Available in English: Yes
• Nearby Attractions: Thousand Islet Lake (Qiandao Lake), Qiandao Lake Towe

Banyan Tree Hangzhou 5*

Banyan Tree Hangzhou is tucked away within the national wetland park that integrates urban wetlands, agricultural wetlands, and cultural wetlands. The resort is composed of spacious suites and villas, with design elements that beautifully showcase the charm of Jiangnan. A standout feature of the hotel is the award-winning Banyan Tree Spa, which offers guests treatments inspired by traditional Asian therapies, providing a complete relaxation experience for both the body and mind.

• Address: No. 21, Zijingang Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou
• Website: https://www.banyantree.com/china/hangzhou
• Swimming Pool: Yes
• Available in English: Yes
• Nearby Attractions: Xixi Wetland, National Wetland Museum of China, Zhejiang University, Lingyin Temple

InterContinental Hangzhou 5*

InterContinental Hangzhou is located in the heart of the Qianjiang New Town Central Business District, right next to the Qiantang River renowned for its tidal. The City Center, Wave Culture City, and Hangzhou Grand Theatre are all just a stone's throw away. Designed by the renowned Canadian architect Carlos Ott, the hotel features a spherical shape with a golden color scheme, resembling a golden sun. This design beautifully complements the crescent-shaped Hangzhou Grand Theatre across the river, symbolizing the concept of "sun and moon shining together".

• Address: No. 2 Jiefang East Road, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou
• Website: https://www.ihg.com.cn/intercontinental/hotels/gb/en/hangzhou/hghha/hoteldetail
• Swimming Pool: Yes
• Available in English: Yes
• Nearby Attractions: Qiantang River, Hangzhou Grand Theater, CBD Park

Merchant Marco Hotel 4*

Over 700 years ago, the famous Italian traveler Marco Polo journeyed through China, opening a window to Eastern culture for Europe. When Marco Polo arrived in Hangzhou, he was amazed by the city's geographical beauty and cultural charm, famously praising it as the "most beautiful and magnificent city in the world". This is the origin of the name of the Marco Polo Hangzhou Hotel, symbolizing that the hotel aspires to be a modern-day Marco Polo, serving as a spokesperson for cultural exchange between China and the West.

• Address: No. 38 Pinghai Road, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou
• Website: http://mcmchotel.com/en/index.html
• Available in English: Yes
• Nearby Attractions: Wushan Night Market, the West Lake, Hefang Street

Jukamor Landison Hotel Hangzhou 4*

Jukamor Landison Hotel is located in the heart of the Zhijiang New Town commercial district, adjacent to the famous Song Dynasty Town, nestled within the bustling Yintai Mall. The hotel's design adopts a new Chinese minimalist luxury style, featuring over 200 distinctive rooms. The overall design incorporates elements of traditional Chinese culture—the zither, chess, calligraphy, painting, poetry, wine, flowers, tea, incense, porcelain, silk, and fans—into the room designs, corresponding to twelve different artistic themes.

• Address: No. 49 Shansha Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, China
• Available in English: Yes
• Nearby Attractions: Song Dynasty Town, Liuhe Pagoda, Qiantang River