Downtown Hangzhou Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Hangzhou
Stay near popular Downtown Hangzhou attractions
Activities
Chinese Philosophy of Diet in Hangzhou: Zen Food Tour
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour
Shanghai Matcha Lake and West Lake Day Trip by Train
Hangzhou: Visit Lingyin Temple & Feilai Peak
Zuiyi Hangzhou Impression West Lake Show Ticket
Our pick of the best Downtown Hangzhou Hotel Deals
Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou
"It’s very convenient to the westlake and the room is big Services wonderful"
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026
Grand Hyatt Hangzhou
Wyndham Grand Plaza Royale Hangzhou
"A big variety of different types of breakfast; friendly and helpful staff; Clean and great room;"
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou At Hangzhou Centre
"Exactly how a 5 star hotel should be. From the room to service staff, everything was impeccable. The concierge are helpful and speaks good English."
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026
Nostalgia S Hotel (Hangzhou West Lake Intime）
EVEN Hotel Hangzhou West Lake by IHG
"Overall, I had a very pleasant stay. The staff were extremely helpful and quick to arrange a room change when I noticed a cigarette smell upon arrival. The new room was perfect: spacious, comfortable and equipped with excellent amenities. My only complaints were occasional cigarette smells through ..."
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Hangzhou
Xihu
You might take some time to check out the lake views in Xihu. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hangzhou Botanical Garden, and catch the metro at Huanglong Sports Center Station or Huanglong Cave Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
