Hangzhou Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Where to stay in Hangzhou

Broken Bridge featuring a bridge and a sunset as well as a large group of people

Xihu

5/5(9 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the lake views in Xihu. Spend some time visiting top spots like West Lake, and catch the metro at Huanglong Sports Center Station or Huanglong Cave Station to see more of the area.

Xihu
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Shangcheng

Consider a visit to West Lake and take some time to enjoy the lake views during your time in Shangcheng. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Houchaomen Station or Nanxingqiao Station.

Shangcheng
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Downtown Hangzhou

4/5(5 area reviews)

While you're in Downtown Hangzhou, take in top sights like Hangzhou Stadium or Hangzhou China Silk Town, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at North Jianguo Road Station or Baoshan Bridge Station.

Downtown Hangzhou
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Xiaoshan

Xiaoshan is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Yaqian Station or Kanshan Station to explore sights like Hangzhou Paradise Park.

Xiaoshan
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Binjiang

Visitors to Binjiang like its restaurants. Jump on the metro at Jucai Road Station or Chengye Road Station to see top sights like Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center while you're in the area.

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Gongshu

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Noted for its lake views and bars, there's plenty to explore in Gongshu. Top attractions like Westlake Culture Plaza and Hangzhou Opera are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Wujiajiao Port Station or Gaotingba Station to see more of the city.

Gongshu
Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou
Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou
5 out of 5
6 Changshou Road, Kerry Central, Yan'an Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
The price is 3.104.717 ₫ per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
3.104.717 ₫
3.620.100 ₫ total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions West Lake and Former Residence of Sha ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (203 reviews)
"Mike 张 is excellent!"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou
Grand Hyatt Hangzhou
Grand Hyatt Hangzhou
5 out of 5
28 Hu Bin Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Fully refundable
The price is 4.740.615 ₫ per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
4.740.615 ₫
5.527.557 ₫ total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions West Lake and Broken Bridge are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (416 reviews)
"Excellent location just minutes away from west lake, the fountain and pier to take west lake sightseeing boat, and right next to a mega shopping mall with extensive brands and dining options. Also good service."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Grand Hyatt Hangzhou
Shangri-La Hangzhou
Shangri-La Hangzhou
4.5 out of 5
78 Beishan Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
The price is 2.917.302 ₫ per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
2.917.302 ₫
3.401.574 ₫ total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (238 reviews)
"The location is the best for sightseeing especially around the west lake. Room is Bit old but clean and good size. Maid at my floor was great. Would stay here again for it’s great location."

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2025

Shangri-La Hangzhou
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Oakwood Residence Hangzhou
Oakwood Residence Hangzhou
4.5 out of 5
No 28 Jiaogong Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions West Lake and Yellow Dragon ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (298 reviews)
"Personal services, extra efforts by all who work here. Our home base each time when we are in Hangzhou. Exceptional service and perfect location."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Oakwood Residence Hangzhou
Somerset IOC Hangzhou
Somerset IOC Hangzhou
4.5 out of 5
No. 2477 Jinji Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions West Lake and Qianjiang ...
"The employee are so nice"

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2025

Somerset IOC Hangzhou
Shama Serviced Apartments Zijingang Hangzhou
Shama Serviced Apartments Zijingang Hangzhou
3.5 out of 5
657 Gudun Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions West Lake and National ...
價性比超高
"房間非常之,有洗衣機乾衣功能,但不免費提供洗衣珠,$5/2個 。早餐每日不同款式 。"

Reviewed on 21 Sep 2024

Shama Serviced Apartments Zijingang Hangzhou
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Hangzhou

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5/5 - Excellent

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Hangzhou's an excellent city and by far the most attractive and relaxed place I've visited in China

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Clean and beautiful city, people are friendly and helpful. Everything is convenience.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

People are friendly, the Xihu lake is very beautiful.

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