Featured Hotels Near Bao'en Temple

Nan Taihu Yunshui Ju is a top choice, located just a 5-minute walk from Bao'en Temple. Its rooms blend traditional Jiangnan garden aesthetics with modern Zen design, offering views of Lake Tai and the temple’s bell tower. The hotel features a morning meditation hall and tea ceremony workshops—perfect for those seeking tranquility after visiting the temple. HopeGoo through HopeGoo ensures exclusive access to seasonal retreat packages

Bao'en Chanjing Biyuan is ideal, situated just 3 minutes on foot from the temple gate. With Song Dynasty-inspired architecture and a dedicated prayer lounge inside, it provides guests with early-morning access to monk-led chanting sessions. The hotel also offers night-time lantern tours and personalized guided walks through the temple grounds—ideal for immersive cultural experiences

Nan Taihu Ting Song Xuan features "Sunrise & Bell" suites with direct views of Bao'en Temple's main gate. Guests can hear morning chants and gongs from their private balconies, while the room includes a meditation altar and hand-painted scrolls of Buddhist sutras. Crafted by local artisans using bamboo and blue bricks, this boutique retreat captures the essence of "living within a painting"—a favorite among photographers and spiritual travelers

Bao'en Zaizhi · Chanshe is the only lodging certified by the temple itself, serving daily limited-edition Zen Vegetarian Banquets made from organically grown vegetables from the temple’s own farm. Each room comes with a copy of the Heart Sutra for handwriting practice and incense guides. Weekly "One Day Monk Experience" programs include sweeping floors, offering incense, and copying scriptures—offering deep cultural immersion for guests

Huzhou Lüye Tongqu Zhuangyuan is just 800 meters from Bao'en Temple, a 10-minute drive or short stroll away. It offers children’s Zen art workshops, plant dyeing classes, and a "Find the 12 Animal Guardians" scavenger hunt inspired by temple murals. Parents can enjoy quiet time while kids participate in kid-sized monk robes and storytelling sessions—making it perfect for intergenerational trips. Free evening shuttle service to the temple ensures safety and convenience

Tianmu Shanyu · Jing She lies hidden along a pine-lined stone path behind Bao'en Temple, accessible via a 7-minute walk. Constructed with natural stone and floor-to-ceiling glass, it delivers a zero-noise environment and 24-hour soft lighting. The hotel hosts weekly "Silent Meditation Nights" exclusively for guests, featuring candlelit reflections and soundless walking paths—perfect for those seeking deep solitude and digital detox