The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake occupies a wing of the hotel's Lingyin Road property in Xihu District, close to Hangzhou's West Lake and the Lingyin Temple approach. The setting is a polished hotel spa rather than a standalone retreat: private treatment suites, soft lighting, and views toward the surrounding hills set a calm, formal tone. The signature Dragon Well Tea and Jade Spring Ritual draws on Longjing tea, grown in the hills just west of the hotel, combining a tea-leaf-infused soak with a green tea body scrub as a regional specialty found almost nowhere outside Hangzhou. Therapists are trained in-house under Four Seasons' global spa standards, with additional instruction in tea-based body treatments specific to this property. Facilities include couples' suites with private steam showers, a relaxation lounge, and separate treatment rooms for facials and body work. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for weekend afternoons and the signature tea ritual, which books out during Hangzhou's spring tea-harvest season; walk-ins are accommodated only when the schedule allows.
| Price | $$$$ |
|---|---|
| Session length | 60-150 minutes |
| Hours | Daily 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM, last reservation 9:00 PM |
| Address | 5 Lingyin Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou 310013 |
Treatments
- Dragon Well Tea and Jade Spring Ritual, a soak infused with Longjing tea leaves
- Green tea body scrub
- Signature massage
- Couples' suite treatments with private steam shower
- Facial treatments
Location
5 Lingyin Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou 310013
30.2394, 120.1241 View on map
Highlights
- Dragon Well Tea and Jade Spring Ritual using local Longjing tea leaves
- Couples' suites with private steam showers
- Views toward the hills near West Lake and Lingyin Temple
- In-house trained therapists following Four Seasons global standards
Tips for visiting
- Book the Dragon Well Tea ritual in advance, especially during the spring tea-harvest season
- Arrive at least 30 minutes early to use the relaxation lounge before treatments
- Reserve couples' suites separately as they book faster than standard rooms
- Light, comfortable clothing is provided; personal swimwear is not required
Frequently asked questions
Does the spa require a hotel stay to book treatments?
No, the spa accepts outside guests, though hotel guests are given priority for peak time slots.
What is the Dragon Well Tea and Jade Spring Ritual?
It is a signature treatment combining a soak infused with local Longjing tea leaves and a green tea body scrub, a specialty tied to Hangzhou's tea-growing region.
Is advance reservation necessary?
Reservations are recommended, particularly on weekends and during the spring tea season when the signature ritual is in high demand.