Xihu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A sunset over a river with people walking along a stone bridge.
A traditional pavilion with a curved roof overlooking a body of water.
A paved pathway through a park with autumn foliage, trees, and shrubs.
A traditional Chinese pavilion by a calm lake at night, reflecting the structure and city lights.
A traditional Chinese building with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

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Our pick of the best Xihu Hotel Deals

Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake

Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake

5 out of 5
5 Lingyin Road Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is AU$996 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$996
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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 Hangzhou Botanical Garden are ...
Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake
The Silk Lakehouse, Shangri-La Hangzhou

The Silk Lakehouse, Shangri-La Hangzhou

4.5 out of 5
78 Beishan Road Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is AU$765 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$765
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions West Lake and Xiling Seal Engraves ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"The most beautiful and enjoyable stay. Hotel is just a year old, the amenities are beautiful. They offer daily cultural experiences like making scent tablets with a master incense maker. Beautiful pool as well although we would’ve enjoyed a warmer pool in early spring. Breakfast amazing, semi- à ..."

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

The Silk Lakehouse, Shangri-La Hangzhou
Sheraton Grand Hangzhou Wetland Park Resort

Sheraton Grand Hangzhou Wetland Park Resort

5 out of 5
1 Westbrook Resort, Zijinggang Road Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is AU$169 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$169
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions West Lake and National Wetland Museum of China are ...
Sheraton Grand Hangzhou Wetland Park Resort
Shangri-La Hangzhou

Shangri-La Hangzhou

4.5 out of 5
78 Beishan Road Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is AU$159 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$159
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (257 reviews)
"The building was built in the 1950s, so that’s the style. The location is perfect, with the lake right in front of your eyes. Rooms are solid built and quiet which is hard to achieve with modern buildings. Once you shut the balcony door you can’t hear the hustle and bustle outside. Breakfast is great ..."

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Shangri-La Hangzhou
Nostalgia S Hotel(Hangzhou West Lake)

Nostalgia S Hotel(Hangzhou West Lake)

3 out of 5
41 Qixialing, Beishan Road Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is AU$84 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$84
22 July - 23 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.
Nostalgia S Hotel(Hangzhou West Lake)
Mercure Hangzhou West Lake Yuquan

Mercure Hangzhou West Lake Yuquan

4 out of 5
136 Yugu Road, Xihu District Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is AU$126 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$126
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions West Lake and Hangzhou Botanical Garden ...
Mercure Hangzhou West Lake Yuquan
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Xihu

Find the best Xihu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Xihu
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Downtown Hangzhou

While you're in Downtown Hangzhou, take in top sights like West Lake 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.

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.

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.

Qianjiang New Town

While you're in Qianjiang New Town, take in top sights like MIXC Mall or Hangzhou City Planning Exhibition Hall, 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.



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