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
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
Zhejiang featuring a river or creek

Jianggan

4/5(7 area reviews)

Get to know Jianggan and its many features like its museums and lake views. You might want to explore sights like MIXC Mall and Hangzhou Grand Theatre, and you can jump on the metro at Qianjiang Road Station or Xinye Road Station to get around the city.

Jianggan
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 671 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
SAR 671
SAR 783 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (204 reviews)
"Mike 张 is excellent!"

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou
Grand Hyatt Hangzhou

Grand Hyatt Hangzhou

5 out of 5
28 Hu Bin Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
The price is SAR 627 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
SAR 627
SAR 731 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 June 2025

Grand Hyatt Hangzhou
Shangri-La Hangzhou

Shangri-La Hangzhou

4.5 out of 5
78 Beishan Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
The price is SAR 601 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
SAR 601
SAR 701 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
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 June 2025

Shangri-La Hangzhou
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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 ...
8.8/10 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 June 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 January 2025

Somerset IOC 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 ...
"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
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Popular places to visit

West Lake which includes a lake or waterhole

West Lake

4.5/5(65 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at West Lake, a popular spot to commune with nature in Hangzhou. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area.

West Lake
Lingyin Temple featuring religious aspects, heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

Lingyin Temple

4.5/5(22 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Hangzhou with a stop at Lingyin Temple. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

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

Broken Bridge

4.5/5(39 reviews)

After visiting Broken Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Broken Bridge
Hangzhou Botanical Garden which includes a garden and forests

Hangzhou Botanical Garden

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Hangzhou Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Hangzhou Botanical Garden

Xixi Wetland Park

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Xixi Wetland Park, a lovely green space in Hangzhou. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Xixi Wetland Park

Hangzhou Tower Shopping Mall

4.5/5(19 reviews)

During your trip to Hangzhou, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Hangzhou Tower Shopping Mall. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Hangzhou Tower Shopping Mall

Reviews of Hangzhou

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 51%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 5%
2 - Disappointing
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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.