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.

Stay near popular Xihu attractions

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

West Lake

9.2/10 (230 reviews)
Relax and unwind in this incredibly scenic area. Take photographs to remember your Hangzhou stay.
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Activities

Picture 1 for Activity Chinese Philosophy of Diet in Hangzhou: Zen Food Tour

Chinese Philosophy of Diet in Hangzhou: Zen Food Tour

NZ$66
per adult
Chinese Philosophy of Diet in Hangzhou: Zen Food Tour
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour

Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour

NZ$93
per traveller
Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour
Zuiyi Hangzhou Show

Zuiyi Hangzhou Impression West Lake Show Ticket

NZ$131
per adult
Zuiyi Hangzhou Impression West Lake Show Ticket
Best Price: Impression West Lake Show Ticket

Best Price: Impression West Lake Show Ticket

NZ$104
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Price: Impression West Lake Show Ticket
Hangzhou Impressoin West Lake- Enduring Memory of Hangzhou Show Tour

Hangzhou Impressoin West Lake- Enduring Memory of Hangzhou Show Tour

NZ$210
per adult
Hangzhou Impressoin West Lake- Enduring Memory of Hangzhou Show Tour
Songcheng Park Entry Ticket with Shows

Songcheng Park Entry Ticket with Shows

NZ$84
per adult
Songcheng Park Entry Ticket with Shows
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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 NZ$1,456 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
NZ$1,456
10 Nov - 11 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! (216 reviews)
"Front desk and other staffs are very friendly and helpful. love everything about this hotel, I will stay this hotel again again."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 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 NZ$227 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$227
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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 ...
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 NZ$910 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
NZ$910
8 Nov - 9 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 NZ$219 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$219
25 Oct - 26 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 NZ$89 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$89
9 Nov - 10 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 NZ$159 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$159
14 Oct - 15 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! (7 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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Our guide on where to stay in Xihu

Find the best Xihu areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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