The Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake sits on the quiet northern shore of West Lake in Xihu District, a short walk from Lingyin Temple and roughly 15 minutes by car from Hangzhou East railway station. The property is built in a low-rise, courtyard style that echoes traditional Jiangnan garden architecture, with tiled roofs, koi ponds, and manicured lawns that frame views across the water toward Solitary Hill. Rooms range from Deluxe Rooms to Premier Lake View Rooms and freestanding Garden Villas, most with private terraces, deep soaking tubs, and either lake or garden outlooks. Dining includes a Cantonese restaurant known for dim sum and a lakeside all-day venue serving Hangzhou specialties such as Longjing shrimp and West Lake vinegar fish; breakfast draws heavily on local produce. The spa offers traditional Chinese therapies alongside an outdoor pool set among the gardens, and there is a fully equipped fitness center. Service is oriented toward leisure travelers and honeymooners, with attentive concierge assistance for temple visits, tea plantation tours, and lake cruises, while meeting spaces also accommodate small corporate groups.
| Price | ¥2200-5500/night (~$328-820) |
|---|---|
| Address | 5 Lingyin Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310013, China |
Room types
- Deluxe Room
- Premier Lake View Room
- Garden Villa
- Lake View Suite
Amenities
- spa
- pool
- restaurant
- bar
- concierge
- wifi
- fitness center
- gardens
- lake views
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Location
5 Lingyin Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310013, China
30.2494, 120.1213 View on map
Highlights
- Direct lakeside setting on West Lake's quiet north shore
- Garden Villas with private terraces and soaking tubs
- Cantonese dim sum restaurant and lakeside Hangzhou cuisine venue
- Spa with traditional Chinese treatments set in landscaped gardens
- Walking distance to Lingyin Temple and Feilai Feng grottoes
Tips for visiting
- Book Lake View rooms well in advance during spring blossom season (March-April)
- The hotel can arrange private early-morning lake walks before day-trip crowds arrive
- Airport transfer from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International takes about 45 minutes by car
- Reserve the Cantonese restaurant a day ahead on weekends
- Tea ceremony experiences can be booked through the concierge with advance notice
Accessibility
The main building has step-free access, elevators, and accessible rooms with roll-in showers available on request; some garden pathways to the villas involve gentle slopes and low steps, so guests with mobility needs should request a ground-floor villa near the main building.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is the hotel from West Lake's main scenic spots?
The hotel sits directly on the lake's north shore, within a 5-10 minute walk of Solitary Hill and a short taxi ride from the Su Causeway and Leifeng Pagoda.
Does the hotel offer airport transfers?
Private car transfers to and from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport can be arranged through the concierge for an additional fee.
Are the Garden Villas suitable for families?
Yes, the Garden Villas have separate living areas and can accommodate families, and the hotel can arrange connecting rooms on request.
Is the outdoor pool open year-round?
The pool is seasonal and typically operates from late spring through early autumn given Hangzhou's climate.