[2025 Hangzhou Hotels] Travel Guide for Chaxiang Lishe Holiday Hostel (Updated Jul)

Complete Travel Guide to West Lake 1. Must-Visit Attractions Broken Bridge Remnant Snow The top scenic spot among the Ten Scenes of West Lake and the origin of the Legend of the White Snake. After winter snowfall, the bridge surface appears faint and romantic; in other seasons, stroll along the lakeside to enjoy the view of Baochu Pagoda reflecting in the West Lake landscape. Su Causeway in Spring Dawn A green causeway running through the north and south of West Lake, 2.8 kilometers long. In spring, willows sway gently and peach blossoms bloom; you can cycle or walk, connecting scenic spots like Quyuan Fenghe and Huagang Guanyu. Three Pools Mirroring the Moon The largest island in West Lake, accessible by boat (ticket including admission 55 RMB). The scene on the back of the one-yuan banknote was taken here. Night tours offer the spectacular view of "33 moons." Leifeng Pagoda Climb the pagoda for a panoramic view of West Lake, with an elevator inside (admission 40 RMB). At sunset, Leifeng Pagoda and Baochu Pagoda form the classic "Twin Towers Facing Each Other" scene. Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake A lakeside viewing platform, best for moonlit nights in autumn. During the day, you can photograph the reflections of Broken Bridge and Bai Causeway here. 2. Transportation Guide Arrival from Outside: Flight: Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport → Airport shuttle bus to Wulinmen, transfer to Metro Line 1 to Longxiangqiao Station (5-minute walk to West Lake). High-speed Rail: Hangzhou East Station → Metro Line 1 direct to Longxiangqiao; Hangzhou Station → 10-minute walk to West Lake. Within the Scenic Area: Shared Bikes: Widely available around the area, 1.5 RMB per half hour, recommended for riding along Su Causeway and Yang Gong Causeway. Sightseeing Bus: Hail to stop, loop ticket 40 RMB (divided into 4 segments, 10 RMB each). Boat Tours: Piers at Hubin, Broken Bridge, Huagang Guanyu; rowboats 150 RMB/hour (up to 6 people), paddle boats 180 RMB/hour. 3. Tickets and Opening Hours Attraction Ticket Price Opening Hours Notes Leifeng Pagoda 40 RMB 8:00-20:30 Elevator to top included Three Pools Mirroring the Moon 55 RMB (including boat ticket) 8:00-17:00 Last boat at 16:00 Yuewang Temple 25 RMB 7:30-17:30 Reservation required Guo Zhuang 10 RMB 8:00-17:00 Classic Jiangnan private garden Tips: The outer West Lake area is free to enter; some attractions require separate tickets. It is recommended to purchase the "Hangzhou Park Annual Pass" (50 RMB/year, includes multiple attractions). 4. Classic Tour Routes A. Half-Day Highlights Tour Broken Bridge Remnant Snow → Bai Causeway → Gushan (Xiling Seal Engravers’ Society, Zhejiang Museum) → Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake → Su Causeway → Leifeng Pagoda → Liulang Wenying B. Full-Day In-Depth Tour Yang Gong Causeway (Guo Zhuang, Maojiabu) → Yuhu Bay → Three Pools Mirroring the Moon → Huagang Guanyu → Taiziwan Park → Wushan Tianfeng (Chenghuang Pavilion) C. Night Tour Experience Hubin Pedestrian Street Music Fountain (19:00/20:00) → Night boat tour on West Lake (19:10-21:00, 80 RMB/person) → Nanshan Road Bar Street 5. Food Map Lou Wai Lou (Gushan Branch) Must-try: West Lake Vinegar Fish (grass carp), Longjing Shrimp, Dongpo Pork Average cost: 200 RMB per person Tip: Long queues, recommend off-peak times or advance reservation. Zhiweiguan · Weizhuang (Yang Gong Causeway Branch) Recommended: Cat’s Ear Noodles, Soup Dumplings, Crab Roe Tofu Average cost: 80 RMB per person Highlight: Lakeside seats with sunset views. Hefang Street Snacks Scallion Pancake (Grandma Sun’s), Dingsheng Cake (Jiang Shunfa), Lotus Root Starch (Jia Ou Tiancheng). 6. Accommodation Recommendations Luxury Hotels: West Lake State Guesthouse (Yang Gong Causeway, same view as G20 Summit) Amanfayun (near Lingyin, Zen-style resort) Unique Homestays: Chaxiang Lishe (Manjuelong, surrounded by tea gardens) Longjing Mood (Beishan Street, near Broken Bridge) Budget Options: Qingzhiwu Youth Hostel (near Zhejiang University Yuquan Campus) Home Inn Select (Hubin business district, direct metro access) 7. Best Seasons and Tips Seasons: March-May: Cherry blossoms (Bai Causeway), tulips (Taiziwan), Longjing tea picking experience. September-October: Osmanthus fragrance (Manjuelong), Mid-Autumn moon viewing (Three Pools Mirroring the Moon). Notes: Sun and mosquito protection: Bring sunscreen and insect repellent in summer. Avoid peak times: Weekends and holidays see a surge in visitors; arrive before 8 AM at popular spots. Civilized tourism: Do not feed the lake wildlife to protect the ecosystem. Additional Nearby Attractions Lingyin Temple (Feilai Peak): 5 km from West Lake, accessible by Bus No. 7. Xixi Wetland: Directly reachable by Metro Line 3, enjoy boating in the wetlands. Grand Canal: Near Gongchen Bridge, experience water town culture. The beauty of West Lake lies in the changing seasons and leisurely pace. May this guide help you embark on a poetic journey!

My fondness for Hangzhou keeps rising! Up! Up! Take advantage of the summer vacation and come to Hangzhou～Stay at the most beautiful courtyard in Siyanjing near West Lake🍃Key point: great value for money and close to attractions. The homestay is located on a small hillside in Siyanjing, with a balcony offering a 270-degree unobstructed mountain view⛰️The misty mountain scenery during the rainy season has its own unique charm... I stayed in a spacious and bright king room, featuring a bathtub in the bathroom area🛀smart toilet🚽and an outdoor swing perfect for relaxation😎 Thoughtful amenities included a toiletry kit (wet wipes, disinfectant wipes, a full pack of facial towels) and other daily necessities. The room even provided Hupao spring water💦crisp and sweet in taste!! The front desk offers fruits🥝snacks, and daily necessities, with warm and attentive staff who helped carry luggage🧳to the room upon check-in. The property also has a small children's playground🎠making it convenient for families with kids! 🍳Breakfast A wide variety of nutritious options, including freshly made wontons with delicious flavors. If you can't get enough, you can ask for more😲 🌈🌈Nearby Attractions: 🦔Hangzhou Zoo, just a 10+ minute walk away—a paradise for kids! ⛲️Prince Bay Park, beautiful year-round and also just a 10+ minute walk. 🏨: Hangzhou West Lake Chaxiang Lise Homestay (Prince Bay Branch) 🚦: No. 212, Siyanjing, Hupao Road, West Lake District

Hangzhou wooden house homestay🏡 with tea garden views I came to Hangzhou to sketch with my friends and accidentally stayed in a Longjing tea garden❗ 💚Prime location💚Tea fragrance💚Superb service It's a great place to stay during New Year and Spring Festival, so relaxing~ - 📍Prime location The homestay is located in the center of Hangzhou West Lake Scenic Area, surrounded by many attractions🖼️. West Lake, Lingyin Temple, Su Causeway, Prince Bay Park, Turtle Pond🐢 and other popular attractions are nearby, making it super convenient to visit multiple places📸. - 🍵Tea fragrance The homestay is located in a Longjing tea garden, with hundreds of acres of tea garden outside the window🪟, offering great views. The 360° large terrace is a great place to enjoy the view, with greenery🌿 all around. There are also many osmanthus trees, but unfortunately, I didn't catch the osmanthus blooming season this time. I will definitely come back next year. Just thinking about smelling the tea and osmanthus fragrance every day makes me so happy🥰. - 💁🏻‍♀️Superb service The staff at the homestay are very attentive. We couldn't get up in the morning, so the auntie specially brought breakfast🍽️ to our room. After the owner learned that one of us had a birthday, they prepared a birthday cake🎂 for us. This love and kindness will always be remembered, so touching😭! - 📍Hangzhou - West Lake Scenic Area

My friend finally got over his cough, and immediately went to Qingguo for a visit to Hangzhou... This time we didn't stay near West Lake, but in Siyanjing, located between Taiziwan and Hupao, a concentrated area of homestays in Hangzhou... We deliberately chose a highly rated 4.9 Tea Fragrance Residence on Ctrip, Indeed! Indeed! Hupao spring water brewed Longjing tea, freely available, unlimited drinking... A sip of Longjing tea goes down the throat Warm and moist, clear and sweet Spacious guest rooms, terraces in the scenery are full of tea seats everywhere Looking at the light-colored green mountains in the drizzle, faint sunlight The air is filled with a hint of osmanthus fragrance, It can be said that those who enjoy the quiet life are in heaven ---Don't forget to bring the lotus seeds of Weishan sister to accompany the tea