Downtown Hangzhou Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A modern cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a beach.
A wooden door with intricate carvings and a metal handle.

Stay near popular Downtown Hangzhou attractions

Broken Bridge

9.0/10 (139 reviews)
Amble across the city’s most famous bridge to reach an island full of surprises, with nature paths, restaurants and museums.
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Activities

Aerial view of the Liuhe Pagoda in Hangzhou

Hangzhou: Heaven on Earth Day Tour

AU$235
per adult
Hangzhou: Heaven on Earth Day Tour
Enjoy the tea plantation

Best of Hangzhou: A Comprehensive Tour of the City's Top Sights

AU$348
per adult
Best of Hangzhou: A Comprehensive Tour of the City's Top Sights
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour

Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour

AU$74
per traveller
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour
Hangzhou Impressoin West Lake- Enduring Memory of Hangzhou Show Tour

Hangzhou Impressoin West Lake- Enduring Memory of Hangzhou Show Tour

AU$167
per adult
Hangzhou Impressoin West Lake- Enduring Memory of Hangzhou Show Tour
Shanghai: Matcha Lake & West Lake Day Trip by Train

Spring at Matcha Lake&UNESCO's West Lake: A Living Painting

AU$142
per adult
Spring at Matcha Lake&UNESCO's West Lake: A Living Painting
Picture 1 for Activity Hangzhou Ghost Market Adventure: Antique Hunt & Bargain Tour

Hangzhou Ghost Market Adventure: Antique Hunt & Bargain Tour

AU$73
per adult
Hangzhou Ghost Market Adventure: Antique Hunt & Bargain Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Hangzhou Hotel Deals

Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou

Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou

5 out of 5
6 Changshou Road, Kerry Central Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is AU$245 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$245
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions West Lake and Former Residence of Sha Menghai ...
Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou
Grand Hyatt Hangzhou

Grand Hyatt Hangzhou

5 out of 5
28 Hu Bin Road Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is AU$297 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$297
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions West Lake and Wulin Square are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (471 reviews)
"lots of amazing carts selling crafts and food, being close to West lake is a plus too."

Reviewed on 7 June 2026

Grand Hyatt Hangzhou
Wyndham Grand Plaza Royale Hangzhou

Wyndham Grand Plaza Royale Hangzhou

4.5 out of 5
No 555 Fengqi Road Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is AU$166 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$166
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions West Lake and Former Residence of Sha Menghai ...
Wyndham Grand Plaza Royale Hangzhou
Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou At Hangzhou Centre

Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou At Hangzhou Centre

5 out of 5
493 Zhongshan North Road Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is AU$507 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$507
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions West Lake and Zhejiang Science and Technology ...
10/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
"Great staff"

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou At Hangzhou Centre
EVEN Hotel Hangzhou West Lake by IHG

EVEN Hotel Hangzhou West Lake by IHG

4 out of 5
Building B, Dongfang Jinzuo, Shangcheng District Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is AU$90 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$90
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions West Lake and Wulin Square are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"I highly recommend this place for travellers in Hangzhou. The service is unmatched. Most staff speak English. They’re always available for help! It’s in a great location with the night market just steps away. It’s a pleasant walk to West Lake. The hotel is very new and modern. The breakfast buffet ..."

Reviewed on 15 June 2026

EVEN Hotel Hangzhou West Lake by IHG
Canopy by Hilton Hangzhou West Lake

Canopy by Hilton Hangzhou West Lake

4.5 out of 5
2 Guohuo Road Hangzhou
The price is AU$173 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$173
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions West Lake and No.2 Park are located ...
Canopy by Hilton Hangzhou West Lake
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Hangzhou

Find the best Downtown Hangzhou areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Chinese pavilion by a calm lake at night, reflecting the structure and city lights.

Xihu

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.

A traditional Chinese pavilion by a calm lake at night.

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.

A large river with a pagoda, green spaces, and a city skyline in the background.

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.

A calm river flanked by leafless trees and dense foliage.

Qianjiang New Town

While you're in Qianjiang New Town, take in top sights like Hangzhou Grand Theatre or MIXC Mall, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Citizen Center Metro Station or Chengxing Road Station.

Xiacheng

Xiacheng is a destination travellers like for its lake views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Dongxinyuan Station or Hangyang Station to explore sights like Westlake Culture Plaza.

Downtown Hangzhou Travel Guide

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