Hangzhou Qiyue Westlake Culture Hotel is a small 61-room hotel on Yan’an Road, not far from West Lake. Its main feature is a private rooftop terrace facing the lake: in the evening you can see the lights of the embankment from there, with almost nobody around. Guests call it a place where you can quietly look at West Lake without the crowds. The hotel is decorated in the spirit of Hangzhou culture, and workshops on traditional intangible-heritage crafts are held there. Parking is underground and free, which is rare in the centre of Hangzhou. It is nine minutes on foot to Longxiangqiao metro, and even closer to Hubin Street and the Yintai shopping centre. Qinghefang Old Street, the Wulin night market and the Southern Song Imperial Street are nearby. The hotel suits two or three days by the lake.
Yan’an Road: between West Lake and the old town
Hangzhou is known for West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Longjing tea plantations and the soft beauty of Jiangnan. The hotel is at 179 Yan’an Road in the Shangcheng district, not far from the embankment. Longxiangqiao metro is nine minutes’ walk away. The Hubin pedestrian street, the Hubin Yintai shopping centre and the lakeside promenade are a few minutes away. Qinghefang Street with its old shops and the Southern Song Imperial Street are also close.
- West Lake — the main symbol of Hangzhou.
- Hubin Yintai — a shopping centre by the lake.
- Qinghefang — an old street with shops.
- Wulin night market — evening food.
Tip for travellers: The best time is spring and autumn, and in September–October the city is in osmanthus bloom. Summer is hot and winter is damp. The lake is crowded at weekends, so come in the morning. A good plan for the day: walk along the embankment early, rest in the hotel tea room in the afternoon, and go up to the terrace in the evening to wait for the lights to come on over the water. If you have time, go on to the Longjing tea villages: you can sit in a teahouse among the plantations and see how the leaves are picked and roasted.
The terrace, the workshops and the underground parking
The main event of the day happens on the roof. You go up to the private terrace, look at the lake and wait for the lights to come on along the shore. The hotel has a tea room, a restaurant, a meeting room, a coworking space, a lobby bar and even a children’s playground. The workshops on traditional crafts are run by masters who explain the technique. Parking is underground and free. Check-in uses electronic document reading, and there is an interpreter and luggage storage.
- A private terrace with a lake view
- Workshops on traditional crafts
- A tea room, a restaurant, a lobby bar
- Free underground parking
- Coworking, a meeting room, a children’s playground
The cultural format
The craft classes help you learn the traditions of Jiangnan. It is better to check the schedule in advance.
Who it suits
Couples and families who have come for the lake and unhurried walks.
Rooms
The hotel offers the following room categories:
- San Tan Sleep King Room (Immersive Sleep Dream-Making Space Fresh Air System) — 32–35 m², 1 queen bed. In the room: shower gel, hair conditioner, shower cap, desk, bottled water, electric kettle, minibar.
- Family Room Huagang · Sleeping (one bed and one sofa for family relaxation) — 32–35 m², 1 queen bed and 1 futon. In the room: shower gel, hair conditioner, shower cap, desk, bottled water, electric kettle, minibar.
- Twin Room Fenghe Sleep (Anzhen Wuyou Song air purification system) — 35–38 m², 2 single beds. In the room: shower gel, hair conditioner, shower cap, desk, bottled water, electric kettle, minibar.
- Broken Bridge · Origin King-Sized Bed Room (Couples Decorate A Private Space for Intimate Moments) — 35–38 m², 1 king bed. In the room: hair conditioner, shower cap, desk, bathroom with emergency button, private bathroom, hair dryer, slippers.
- Double Peak · Deluxe Twin Room (High Ceiling Design For A Fully Immersive Sleep Experience) — 32–35 m², 2 single beds, view: city view. In the room: shower gel, hair conditioner, shower cap, desk, bottled water, electric kettle, minibar.
- Spring Dawn · Deluxe King Room (One Room, One View, Super Spacious, Jiangnan Elegance) — 32–35 m², 1 queen bed, view: city view. In the room: shower gel, hair conditioner, shower cap, desk, bottled water, electric kettle, minibar.
- Qichun · Sunny Family Room (Natural Light & Ventilation + Family-Friendly Setup) — 45–55 m², Bed type assigned by the hotel, view: garden view, courtyard view, city view. In the room: shower gel, hair conditioner, shower cap, sofa, desk, balcony, terrace.
- Hidden In The City · Luxury Family Suite (Independent Courtyard, Starry Sky Balcony, Flexible Bed Type) — 60–70 m², Bed type assigned by the hotel, view: garden view, courtyard view, city view. In the room: shower gel, hair conditioner, shower cap, desk, balcony, terrace, bottled water.
Hangzhou cuisine and breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel gets warm reviews. The restaurant and the lobby bar suit lunch and the evening, and the tea room is a good way to get to know Longjing tea.
In Hangzhou try West Lake fish in vinegar, Dongpo pork, shrimp with Longjing tea and bamboo shoot soup. Qinghefang Street and the Wulin night market offer snacks.
Pros and cons of Hangzhou Qiyue Westlake Culture Hotel
What guests like
- A private terrace with a view of West Lake.
- Free underground parking.
- Longxiangqiao metro nine minutes away.
- Workshops on traditional crafts.
- Friendly staff.
What to know in advance
- There are few rooms, so book ahead in the season.
- The lake is crowded at weekends.
- There is no pool or spa.
- It is a three-star hotel, so do not expect luxury.
What guests usually write
Guests most often praise the terrace, the location, the parking, the staff and the cleanliness. Criticism is rare and concerns the crowds by the lake.
How to book Hangzhou Qiyue Westlake Culture Hotel from Russia
Decide on your dates: demand in Hangzhou is high in spring and autumn. Choose your dates in the “Where to book” block and pay in roubles; you will see the payment method at the last step.
