LANDISON Group Hotels Near Shihu

Hangzhou Westlake Shangri-La Hotel is ideal for families, located right by Shihu Lake with serene lake-view rooms offering panoramic vistas of the tranquil waters and surrounding hills. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to key attractions like West Lake, plus a kids' play area and traditional tea ceremony workshops.

Another excellent option is Hangzhou Song City Scenic Hotel, inspired by Song Dynasty architecture, featuring courtyards with flowing streams and nightly performances showcasing intangible cultural heritage. Both hotels are within a 10-minute walk of Shihu Lake’s scenic trails, perfect for morning strolls or evening walks.

Transportation is convenient: take Metro Line 4 from Hangzhou East Railway Station to "Shuichengqiao Station", then transfer to a local bus—just 30 minutes away.

From Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, take the Airport Express Bus (K707) directly to "Wulinmen" station, then transfer to Metro Line 1 to "Longxiangqiao Station"—a 15-minute walk brings you to Westlake Shangri-La Hotel near Shihu Lake. Total travel time is about 1 hour, avoiding city traffic.

For added comfort, book the hotel’s private airport transfer service (approx. CNY 280 per car), including luggage assistance and multilingual staff—ideal for families or elderly travelers. Some luxury properties even offer drone delivery for valuables, ensuring secure transport.

Alternatively, rent an electric scooter or taxi outside the airport and ride along the lakeside route, enjoying scenic views of Shihu Lake’s wetlands and ancient villages—a blend of speed and immersive experience.

Shihu Lake offers rich intangible cultural heritage experiences beyond its scenic beauty. Join a Hángbāng cuisine workshop in a historic village kitchen, where you’ll learn to prepare classic Zhejiang dishes like Dongpo Pork and Longjing Shrimp using locally sourced ingredients.

Every Saturday afternoon features a Guqin Gathering at Shihu Academy, with master performers showcasing traditional melodies paired with tea ceremonies and calligraphy displays—perfect for quiet reflection.

During spring, participate in the Tea Picking Festival, harvesting premium Mingqian Longjing tea leaves firsthand, embodying the philosophy of "one leaf, one world."

At night, enjoy the Lakeside Light Shadow Play, a multimedia performance using projection technology to reenact scenes from the Song Dynasty painting Along the River During the Qingming Festival, blending music, storytelling, and art. All activities include bilingual (Chinese/English) guides for international visitors.