Hangzhou

Travel Guide

West Lake which includes a lake or waterhole and a garden
Lingyin Temple which includes a memorial
West Lake showing a garden and autumn leaves
West Lake showing a park
Broken Bridge which includes a sunset, a lake or waterhole and kayaking or canoeing

Where to stay in Hangzhou

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

Xihu

4.5/5(61 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
曲院风荷

Shangcheng

Travelers choose Shangcheng for its lake views. Hop aboard the metro at Houchaomen Station or Nanxingqiao Station and check out top sights like West Lake.

Shangcheng
Doors to a small cafe on Qinghefang Ancient Street, Hangzhou, China.

Downtown Hangzhou

4/5(16 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Downtown Hangzhou, check out sights like Hangzhou Stadium or Hangzhou China Silk Town and hop on the metro to see more the city at North Jianguo Road Station or Baoshan Bridge Station.

Downtown Hangzhou
Hangzhou

Xiaoshan

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

You might enjoy the restaurants while in Xiaoshan. Hangzhou Paradise Park is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yaqian Station or Kanshan Station to see more of the city.

Xiaoshan
Early in the morning, went to explore the tea plantations in Hangzhou, awesome experience as higher you go, the path leading me up to the top of the hills or mountains. Rows and rows of tea plantations across the hills and the mountainsides, it make me wonder how mankind and nature go together hand by hand. #China #red #hiking #nationalpark
#travel #landscape #Parks

Gongshu

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

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

Gongshu
创伟科技园

Binjiang

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Binjiang
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 SAR 466 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
SAR 466
SAR 543 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions West Lake and Former Residence of Sha ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (192 reviews)
"Good choice"

Reviewed on 28 February 2025

Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou
UrCove by Hyatt Hangzhou Westlake
UrCove by Hyatt Hangzhou Westlake
4 out of 5
No 346, Yan'an Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
The price is SAR 175 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
SAR 175
SAR 201 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions West Lake and Si Cheng Church ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (45 reviews)
"Great...no complaints. Staff was very helpful ordering at taxi when it was time to leave and made sure the driver took me to the right place. Thank you to the staff for your help."

Reviewed on 22 January 2025

UrCove by Hyatt Hangzhou Westlake
Hyatt Place Hangzhou International Airport
Hyatt Place Hangzhou International Airport
4.5 out of 5
2F, Ground Transport Center, Terminal 4 Arri. Hall, HZ Intl' Airport, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
The price is SAR 186 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
SAR 186
SAR 217 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge).
9.6/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Super huge bed
"Situated in T4 of the Hangzhou International Airport Arrival Hall. Great for late night arrival flight. The bed is super huge, much bigger than king size. No problem to sleep 3."

Reviewed on 25 February 2025

Hyatt Place Hangzhou International Airport
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 WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions West Lake and Yellow Dragon ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (292 reviews)
"Staying at Oakwood Residence Hangzhou served our objective well. We were looking for a hotel that provides washer as we were traveling light. The area is pretty centralised, walkable to the famous West Lake, also have restaurants and convenient stores."

Reviewed on 14 November 2024

Oakwood Residence Hangzhou
East King Business Hotel Hangzhou
East King Business Hotel Hangzhou
3 out of 5
No.1 Yuewang Road, Hangzhou, Hangzhou
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions West Lake and No.2 Park are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (22 reviews)
"The hotel building is quite old. The room is so roomy and clean. But much smoking smell."

Reviewed on 24 October 2021

East King Business Hotel Hangzhou
Hangzhou Yilin Apartment Hotel
Hangzhou Yilin Apartment Hotel
3 out of 5
Room 1212, Building A, East King Plaza, No. 1 Yuewang Road, Shangcheng District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions West Lake and Si Cheng Church are located ...
7/10 Good! (4 reviews)
"Walking distance to the West Lake, and close to subway, and a busy shopping area."

Reviewed on 27 June 2024

Hangzhou Yilin Apartment Hotel
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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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Hard to find much of the old town. Lots of construction, all new.

4/5 - Good

ZanyTraveler

Hangzhou is a great retreat from the more cosmopolitan Shanghai or Nanjing. With the rapid urbanization, it is nice to find some old quarters that are worth visiting for a feel of old China. The free Hangzhou museum holds some interesting displays.

4/5 - Good

SK

Lovely city with interesting history and culture.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Hangzhou has a great transport system throughout the city. Like any city though, it does take a while to get anywhere. So, if you decide to come to Hangzhou and have plans or tickets for anything, plan for transportation to take at minimum 1hour.

5/5 - Excellent

WXSun

West lake is a must visit

5/5 - Excellent

Renee

Beautiful city! Worth a trip! Highly recommend to download wechat and Alipay. They barely use any cash anymore. For all those restaurants I’ve been to, you need to place orders through scanning table QR codes.