Dockside Boutique Hotel Wuzhen is located inside the Xizha Scenic Area of Wuzhen, the well-preserved water town in Tongxiang, Jiaxing, giving guests direct access to the canal town's stone bridges, covered walkways, and traditional wooden houses after the day-trip crowds have left. The boutique property is styled to match the surrounding water-town architecture, with canal-facing rooms and interiors that blend dark wood furnishings with modern comforts. Room categories include Deluxe Rooms, Canal View Rooms, and Suites, several overlooking the water directly. The hotel's restaurant serves Jiangnan regional dishes, and a bar offers canal-side seating in the evening. There is no spa or pool, keeping the focus on the immersive water-town setting rather than resort amenities. Staying inside Xizha allows guests to explore the scenic area's lantern-lit streets at night and early morning, before and after the ticketed day-visitor hours, which is a significant advantage over staying outside the scenic gate.
| Price | ¥900-1800/night (~$134-268) |
|---|---|
| Address | Xizha Scenic Area, Wuzhen, Tongxiang, Jiaxing, Zhejiang 314500, China |
Room types
- Deluxe Room
- Canal View Room
- Suite
Amenities
- restaurant
- bar
- wifi
- canal views
- concierge
- air conditioning
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Location
Xizha Scenic Area, Wuzhen, Tongxiang, Jiaxing, Zhejiang 314500, China
30.7465, 120.4870 View on map
Highlights
- Located inside Wuzhen Xizha's ticketed scenic area
- Canal View Rooms overlooking the water town's waterways
- Access to Xizha's lantern-lit streets before and after day-trip crowds
- Jiangnan regional restaurant on site
- Canal-side bar seating in the evening
Tips for visiting
- Staying inside Xizha means guests can enter the scenic area outside normal ticketed hours, a major advantage over external hotels
- Book Canal View Rooms early, as they are limited and popular
- Bring cash or a mobile payment app for small vendors within the water town
- Evenings and early mornings offer the best light and fewest crowds for photos
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the town's stone bridges and uneven paths
Accessibility
The historic water town includes stone bridges, steps, and uneven paved paths that limit wheelchair access in parts of Xizha; the hotel itself has ground-floor common areas, and guests with mobility needs should contact the property in advance about room location.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the hotel inside the Wuzhen Xizha scenic area?
Yes, the hotel is located within the ticketed Xizha Scenic Area, giving guests extended access to the water town outside standard visitor hours.
Do all rooms have canal views?
No, only the Canal View Room category guarantees a direct water view; Deluxe Rooms may not face the canal.
Is there a pool or spa at the hotel?
No, the hotel does not offer a pool or spa, focusing instead on its water-town setting.
How do guests get from Hangzhou to Wuzhen?
Wuzhen is roughly a 1.5 to 2 hour drive or bus ride from Hangzhou, with direct tourist coaches available from the city.