Xihu Travel Guide

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 traditional Chinese building with ornate architecture, surrounded by trees and a stone bridge.

Lingyin Temple

9.0/5 (91 reviews)
This ancient temple is one of the largest and most extravagant temples in China, with soaring ceilings and hundreds of statues.
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Things to do

Enjoy the tea plantation

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

Rp4.464.750
per adult
Best of Hangzhou: A Comprehensive Tour of the City's Top Sights
Hangzhou Impressoin West Lake- Enduring Memory of Hangzhou Show Tour

Hangzhou Impressoin West Lake- Enduring Memory of Hangzhou Show Tour

Rp2.143.080
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

Rp1.632.940
per adult
Spring at Matcha Lake&UNESCO's West Lake: A Living Painting
Hangzhou TCM :Pulse diagnosis & herbal bag & Cupping

Hangzhou TCM :Pulse diagnosis & herbal bag & Cupping

Rp1.428.720
per adult
Hangzhou TCM :Pulse diagnosis & herbal bag & Cupping
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour

Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour

Rp946.348
per traveller
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour
Aerial view of the Liuhe Pagoda in Hangzhou

Hangzhou: Heaven on Earth Day Tour

Rp3.018.171
per adult
Hangzhou: Heaven on Earth 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 Rp11.042.303 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
Rp11.042.303
Rp12.875.325 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (207 reviews)
"Clean, elegant, excellent service, great food, beautiful environment"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake
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 Rp1.805.878 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
Rp1.805.878
Rp2.105.627 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions West Lake and Wulin Square are located nearby.
Sheraton Grand Hangzhou Wetland Park Resort
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 Rp8.176.311 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp8.176.311
Rp9.533.579 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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 Wulin Square are located ...
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
Shangri-La Hangzhou

Shangri-La Hangzhou

4.5 out of 5
78 Beishan Road Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is Rp1.871.130 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
Rp1.871.130
Rp2.181.737 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
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! (256 reviews)
"Property should provide more information about your facilities to your guests. Something like SPA, swimming pool and exercise room."

Reviewed on 29 May 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 Rp936.107 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp936.107
Rp1.091.500 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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）
Oakwood Residence Hangzhou

Oakwood Residence Hangzhou

4.5 out of 5
No 28 Jiaogong Road Hangzhou Zhejiang
The price is Rp1.735.381 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
Rp1.735.381
Rp1.839.505 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions West Lake and Wulin Square are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (307 reviews)
"All aspects of the property are exceptional."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Oakwood Residence Hangzhou
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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 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 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.

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.

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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