Hefang hotel(Hangzhou West Lake lakeside store)

Hefang Hotel (Hangzhou West Lake Lakeside Store) on Wushan Road in Shangcheng District was renovated in 2024 — it's a few minutes' walk to West Lake and Longxiangqiao metro station, with the Wulin night market and the Chenghuang Pavilion viewpoint nearby. The Hangzhou railway station is 3 km away.

The small details here feel almost home-like: free popcorn and drinks in the lobby, disposable toilet seat covers and towels, a clothes dryer, cotton swabs, and a sleep mask, plus a big screen for watching movies. The location is considered one of the best in the city — close to the metro, the lake, and countless snack spots.

Who it's for: travelers who value thoughtful little touches and proximity to West Lake more than a high-end room — this is more of a cozy city hotel than a luxury stay.

On the downside, be sure to specify a room with a real window when booking: one review describes a booked "room with a window" that turned out to only have a window in the bathroom. There are also complaints about no phone call when extending a stay and about insects in the room. It's also worth checking the cancellation terms in case the room type doesn't match expectations.