Staycation Ideas Around Shanghai
Need a getaway but don’t feel like taking a long flight and dealing with the usual travel hassles? There are many cities and scenic areas around Shanghai that offers great hotels throughout the year, perfect for a weekend trip, and not too far away!
If you’re looking for: Hotels with great design and style
Suitable for: Individuals who love photography and design
For photography lovers, a hotel doubles up as a photoshoot location to snap up picture perfect memories with your loved ones.
Anji Zero Carbon Planet Resort
This futuristic ‘Zero Carbon Planet Resort’ is one of the coolest resorts in the country, and serves as a great photo backdrop. It’s comprised of individual dome-like structures and 3-storey villas with around 200㎡ space in each.
Within the hotel, expect a futuristic, one-of-a-kind hotel experience with features like voice-controlled room features and robot service.
Address: Chuanxiang Dali Village, Anji Mountains
Tel: 0572-5106685
Suzhou W Hotel
Incorporating mother nature into its design, Suzhou W Hotel goes for a modern and ethereal vibe with crystal décor and gorgeous interior spaces in every direction.
Their guest rooms are decorated with circular elements and two main color schemes – red and green.
Address: Suhui Lu
Tel: 0512-69887777
Hyatt Regency Hangzhou
This luxurious hotel design was inspired by Hu Xueyan’s former residence, and includes the beauty of the Jiangnan region into its interior.
A great photo opportunity everywhere you look, the 48th floor has a glass floor, allowing daredevil visitors to take some adventurous shots.
Address: 1366 Qian Jiang Lu
Tel: 0571-86961234
Xi Zhong Xi Resort Hotel
While it may look a bit ordinary on the outside, Xi Zhong Zi Resort hotel promotes a minimalistic design with ample use of glass and large terraces.
While here, hit up their swimming pool to soak up some sun or bask in the beauty of the surrounding scenery.
Address: West Lake Scenic Area, 1-1 Qian Long Lu
Tel: 0571-87965777
If you’re looking for: Great food and dining options
Suitable for: Foodies
Satisfy your inner foodie while on staycation with these hotels that focus on excellent food and dining options.
Four Seasons Hotel West Lake Chinese Restaurant
One of the best hotel restaurants, they are listed by Forbes as the only 4-star restaurant in Hangzhou.
The exquisite restaurant incorporates dark red wood into its design and puts great detail into its décor, with the park being its best accessory. When here, try out the abalone braised pork or their sea snail brewed in guyue wine.
Address: 5 Lingyin Lu
Tel: 0571- 88298888
Relais & Chateaux Hangzhou Zixuan Resort – Jiexiang Building
Before becoming part of the Relais & Chateaux group, the Hangzhou Zixuan Resort was previously a restaurant, with over 10 years of history in serving Hangzhou delights. Offering great views of Xihu, it is no wonder many diners come here to enjoy the great views alongside even better meals.
The chef here uses quality ingredients and a cooking method native to the Jiangsu and Zhejiang region, producing a menu of delicious Hangzhou food.
Address: 1 Bapanling Lu
Tel: 0571-87966566
Park Hyatt Ningbo – Qianhu Fishing Port
If you’re looking for authentic Ningbo food, hit up the Qianhu fishing port which encapsulates the beauty of their cuisine.
Capitalizing on its great location, the chef incorporates fresh catches from the East China and East Qianhu lake in most of the dishes.
Address: 188 Dayan Lu
Tel: 0574-28881234
Nanjing Shangri-La Hotel – Jiangnan Zao
For those who love Huaiyang cuisine, Nan Xiang Zhen is the place to be.
Known for preserving the original flavors of the ingredients, the chef keeps to the classic Jiangnan flavors, and some of the must-try dishes here include the steamed Taihu White Fish, Jiangnan red braised meat, mango pomelo sago and more.
Address: 329 Zhongyang Lu
Tel: 025-86308888
If you’re looking for: Nature and scenic views
Suitable for: Individuals looking for a peaceful getaway surrounded by natural scenery
Find serenity and peace away from the bustling city in some of these hotels that focus on natural scenery and peaceful beauty.
Moon Water Zhouzhuang Pullman Hotel
Near Zhouzhuang and a wetland park, this hotel provides a stunning view of modern architecture juxtaposed against Jiangnan garden, swan lake, and the surrounding natural wetlands.
Oriental with a relaxed vibe, the guest room design is inspired by Zhouzhuang and keeps closely to the ancient town’s style.
Address: Zhouzhuang, 88 Zhen Quan Wang Lu
Tel: 0512-55118888
Qiandaohu Anlu Hotel
Capturing the best of Mother Nature, each building here allows visitors to unwind and become one with their environment.
Combining design with utility, the large black framed windows allow you to wake up to a great natural view, starting your day on the right note.
Address: 168 Lingyan Lu
Tel: 0571-65050888
Shaoxing Lanting Anlu Hotel
The best hotel in Shaoxing, the 88 individual villas incorporate both modern and vintage into their space.
Located along Bi Hu, enjoy a great view of the lake and go on an evening stroll around the shore during your stay here.
Address: 27 Yangming Lu
Tel: 0575-81507777
Dream Lohas Moganshan Hotel
A holiday resort, the hotel comes with a 600m peak and 87 intricately designed guest rooms, suites and villas, all equipped with breakfast options and amenities.
The most interesting part is, each room provides visitors a view of the naked castle.
Address: 114 Moganshan Region
Tel: 0572-8032088
Xixi Resort Hotel Hangzhou
Surrounded by greenery, Xixi Resort Hotel is a popular staycation place in Hangzhou.
The oriental designed hotel spans over 40,000 sqm and consists of 20 guest rooms, and a serene garden for visitors to unwind at.
Address: C2-1, C2-2, Jiangcun Market
Tel: 0571-28251111
Alila Anji Hotel
China’s first Alila hotel, the 3-storey hotel calls the 6000 hectare Chashan Zhuhai neighbor.
Reflecting the beauty in Jiangnan’s water town design, the hotel mainly uses wood and bamboo in its décor, creating a serene and nature interior space.
Address: Meiziwan Scenic Area
Tel: 0572-5103888
If you’re looking for: History rich hotels
Suitable for: History and culture buffs
Old is gold here at these culturally and historically rich hotels, which reflect the beauty of Jiangnan and Zhejiang.
Relais & Chateaux Hangzhou Lakeside Hotel
Just a 2-minute walk from Xihu, this was the old address of the Korean embassy and was a landmark for the Hangzhou type townhouses in the 20s and 30s.
Preserving the Shikumen style, guest rooms are available in individual buildings and a throwback to the republican period.
Address: 57 Chang Sheng Lu
Tel: 0571-87882999
Diaoyutai Hotel Hangzhou
Just last year, the newly opened Diaoyutai mimics the first Diaoyutai housed here 800 years ago.
Each guest room here spans from 60㎡ and is decorated with paintings dating back to ancient times.
Address: 65 Wuxing Lu
Tel: 0571-88278888
Zhejiang Xizi Hotel
Also known as Wang Zhuang, the hotel has hosted many important guests and holds a storied spot in history.
The spacious guest room comes with a smart system and uses stones imported from Turkey.
Address: 37 Nanshan Lu
Tel: 0571-87021888
Relais & Chateaux The Yihe Mansions
One of the most historically rich hotels in Nanjing, the place holds almost half of the history in the republican period, and has housed various local and foreign delegates of that time.
The most unique part of this place lies in its architecture, which retains its minimalistic and simple style while still managing to reflect opulence and luxury. Each building here tells the story of the past and the owners who have stayed previously.
Address: 3 Jiangsu Lu
Tel: 025-84868888
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