Xihu

Hangzhou

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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A serene lake with a traditional pavilion, a wooden bridge, and a pagoda in the distance.

West Lake

9.2/10 (230 reviews)
Shimmering waters, misty mountains and large pagodas characterize this area of outstanding natural beauty that has inspired many poets and artists.
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Things to do

Aerial view of the Liuhe Pagoda in Hangzhou

Hangzhou: Heaven on Earth Day Tour

HK$1,326
per adult
Hangzhou: Heaven on Earth Day Tour
Shanghai Matcha Lake and West Lake Day Trip by Train

Shanghai Matcha Lake and West Lake Day Trip by Train

HK$972
per adult
Shanghai Matcha Lake and West Lake Day Trip by Train
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour

Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour

HK$416
per traveller
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour
LUXURY Bullet Train Ride: Private Hangzhou Day Trip From Shanghai

LUXURY Bullet Train Ride: Private Hangzhou Day Trip From Shanghai

HK$3,962
per adult
LUXURY Bullet Train Ride: Private Hangzhou Day Trip From Shanghai
Impression West Lake Show Ticket

Impression West Lake Show Ticket

HK$439
per adult
Impression West Lake Show Ticket
Hangzhou: Wuzhen, Nanxun, and Xitang 3-Day Tour

Hangzhou: Wuzhen, Xihu, and Xitang 3-Day Tour

HK$2,344
per adult
Hangzhou: Wuzhen, Xihu, and Xitang 3-Day Tour
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Top hotels in Xihu

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 HK$4,938 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
HK$4,938
HK$5,758 total
25 Nov - 26 Nov
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (218 reviews)
"This hotel is the best of the best! We stay here every time we visit Hangzhou"

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake
Shangri-La Hangzhou

Shangri-La Hangzhou

4.5 out of 5
78 Beishan Road Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is HK$760 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
HK$760
HK$886 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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! (262 reviews)
"Best feature of this property are the grounds outside the building itself. Take a tour around the backyard gardens. Rooms themselves are dated with small washrooms. You’re in the middle of a tourist zone so getting to and from the hotel requires your patience as long lines of caps string ahead of ..."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Shangri-La Hangzhou
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 HK$3,648 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
HK$3,648
HK$4,253 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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 ...
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 HK$805 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
HK$805
HK$939 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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
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 HK$362 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
HK$362
HK$422 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions West Lake and Solitary Hill are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
"I highly reccomend this hotel for anyone visitng Hangzhou. The staff are extremely helpful, there are all of the essential ammenities and the location is prime."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

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 HK$602 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
HK$602
HK$702 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"The staff was amazing, decor is beautiful and the food was good! It’s walking distance to the beach and a short drive to the mall. A nice side gym with good equipment too!"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Mercure Hangzhou West Lake Yuquan
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Where to stay in Xihu

Find the best Xihu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Xihu
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A modern cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a beach.

Downtown Hangzhou

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

A sunset over a calm lake with a traditional pavilion on the left and mountains in the background.
Photo by zhong yi
Open Photo by zhong yi

Shangcheng

Consider a visit to Qinghefang Old Street 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 cityscape with dense high-rise buildings, a river, and distant mountains.

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.

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 traditional garden with a pond, rocks, koi fish, and a pavilion.
Photo by Babak Mansourifar
Open Photo by Babak Mansourifar

Gongshu

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

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