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Step onto Tongli's Triple Bridges and be transported to an ancient water town! These three stone bridges - Taiping, Jili, and Changqing - form a lucky triad said to bring prosperity. Stroll along the flagstone paths where canals reflect twilight lanterns, and watch gondolas glide beneath arched bridges. Pro tip: the postcard-perfect scene peaks at dusk when red lanterns glow on the water. Grab a crispy yóu dùn zi (fried dough) from a bridge-side stall for the full experience!
Breeze & Moon Hotel Suzhou
Discover a hidden gem by the beautiful Yinshan Lake in Suzhou! This hotel boasts panoramic lake views from its stylish rooms, including luxurious suites and family lofts. Unwind at the infinity pool, indulge in spa treatments, or let the kids have fun at the playground. The dining area offers stunning lakeside views, making every meal special. With convenient metro access, it's perfect for both leisure escapes and business trips. A true blend of nature and luxury!
Wujiang Hotel
This hotel is a hidden gem in the city! With its traditional eaves and central water features, it offers stunning garden views all year round—cherry blossoms in spring, lotuses in summer, osmanthus in autumn, and plum blossoms in winter. Perfectly located, it’s just a 5-minute walk to Wujiang Park and a 20-minute drive to Tongli Ancient Town, with easy access to Shanghai and Hangzhou. Food lovers will adore their Jiangnan Canal Banquet and seasonal feasts, while the Suzhou-style rooms and top-notch meeting facilities make it ideal for both family trips and business stays.
Floral Hotel · Tongli Lanyuan Hotel
Nestled in a millennium-old water town, this boutique hotel is a masterpiece of Suzhou-style gardens. With its elegant architecture and serene ambiance, you’ll feel like stepping back in time. Perfect for family trips—kids will love the play area and home theater. Couples? The river-view rooms with bathtubs and premium sound systems are pure romance. Enjoy tea ceremonies, board games, or savor local delicacies in the garden. Whether you’re with family or friends, this place offers a slice of Jiangnan paradise.
Manji Hotel (Suzhou Longhu Tianjie Shihu East Road Subway Station)
This hotel is perfectly located right next to the subway station, making it super convenient to get around. The design blends traditional Jiangnan water town elements with modern comforts, creating a luxurious yet cozy atmosphere. Rooms feature smart control systems and complimentary beverages, plus there's a fitness center and laundry room for your convenience. Traveling with kids? No problem! The children's play area and family-friendly amenities will keep them entertained. Nearby, you'll find Longhu Tianjie and Wanda Plaza for shopping and dining. Popular attractions like Zhuozheng Garden and Pingjiang Road are just a 25-minute drive away. Ideal for both business and leisure travelers!
Floral Hotel·TongLi Water And Clouds Garden Boutique Hotel
Tucked away in the heart of Tongli Ancient Town, this boutique B&B wows guests with its private garden and Instagram-worthy minimalist luxe design. Just 20 steps from Jiayin Hall, it’s a perfect spot to capture the stunning night view of Jiuyan Bridge! Rooms blend classic Jiangnan aesthetics with contemporary art, while amenities like tea lounge and BBQ area make it ideal for gatherings. Pet-friendly policies and a kids’ play zone cater to all family members. With super-friendly staff and delicious breakfasts, your Tongli tale starts here!
Floral Hotel·Hanse Shanfang River Hotel
Tucked away in the ancient town of Tongli, this Suzhou-style boutique hotel is a hidden gem! Steps away from iconic Tailai Bridge and Tuisi Garden, you'll immerse in watery town charm. Rooms blend minimalist luxury with modern comforts, plus a spa for ultimate relaxation. Pet-friendly with family amenities and mahjong room, it's perfect for all travelers. Don't miss the breathtaking Nine-Eyes Bridge night views – insta-worthy! With warm hospitality and great value, your Jiangnan cultural escape starts here.
Floral Hotel·Tongli Ancient Town Jianyuan Hotel
Tucked away in Tongli Ancient Town, this boutique inn is a serene escape from the hustle and bustle. With its waterside location and Chinese-style garden courtyard, every corner exudes oriental charm. Most rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning river views, and some even come with a balcony tea room—perfect for sipping tea while soaking in the scenery. The inn also boasts a chain coffee bar and a Zen tea room, ideal for relaxation. Black walnut furniture adds a touch of elegance, while central air conditioning ensures comfort. Its prime location near Tuisi Garden and the ancient town center makes it incredibly convenient!
Mechari Hotel (Suzhou Tongli Ancient Town)
Nestled just 3 minutes walk from Tongli's 5A ancient town, this gem blends millennial heritage with sunset views. Families adore the kid-friendly zone and laundry facilities, while business travelers thrive in meeting rooms with tea lounge. Unwind at the stress-relief pavilion or alfresco terrace with Jiangnan vistas. Rated 4.9/5 for its robot-assisted service and smart amenities, it's your perfect base to explore UNESCO sites by day and lantern-lit canals by night.
Dongdi Pretty House Suzhou Tongli
Nestled in the heart of Tongli Ancient Town, this pet-friendly inn blends the charm of Jiangnan water towns with modern comfort. Just a 3-minute walk to Tuisi Garden, and you can enjoy the Jiuyan Bridge night view—perfect for a romantic getaway! The inn inherits the style of Dongdi Garden, with every room showcasing meticulous landscape design. Enjoy family movie nights or board games, ideal for families or traveling with pets. The welcoming host and thoughtful services, including airport transfers, ensure a hassle-free stay.
Huaju Hotel (Wujiang Pedestrian Street Liuhong Road Branch)
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Xinyue Inn
Suzhou ROYAL Hotel
LAFITE HOTEL SUZHOU
Suzhou Siji Huanpeng Hotel (Wujiang Bus Station Wanbao Fortune Plaza)
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Everything you need to know about Third Bridges
Tongli Lake Grand Hotel is a top choice, just a 5-minute walk from Tongli Three Bridges, blending classical Suzhou garden architecture with modern comfort. Its rooms feature panoramic views of the historic bridges and tranquil canals, perfect for capturing the essence of Jiangnan water town life. Guests can book the "Night in the Water Village" package, including a morning boat tour and traditional tea ceremony with local elders.
For a more intimate experience, Sanqiao Homestay—housed in a restored old residence—offers themed rooms named after each bridge, complete with private courtyards and reading nooks. Located within the Tongli National Historic Cultural Town walking network, it’s ideal for exploring nearby sites like Taiyuan Garden and Chongben Hall. Easily accessible by high-speed rail from Shanghai to Suzhou Station, then a 40-minute bus transfer, this area offers seamless access to authentic cultural immersion.
Don’t miss the morning canal boat ride through the Three Bridges area aboard a traditional black-roofed wupeng boat, gliding past white-washed walls and ink-stained reflections—like stepping into a living scroll painting. The nightly Three Bridges lantern lighting ceremony (7:30 PM) is equally mesmerizing, as golden lights illuminate the ancient arches and rippling waters, creating a dreamlike ambiance.
Visit a local workshop for a hands-on hand-painted oil-paper umbrella craft session, where you’ll learn Suzhou embroidery and lacquer techniques to design your own personalized umbrella—a cherished keepsake. For culture lovers, join the Three Bridges Poetry Gathering every Saturday evening, featuring live recitations, couplets, and guqin music, evoking centuries of literary tradition.
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The most convenient option from Suzhou City is taking Bus 88 or Express Line 2, which run directly to Tongli Town entrance, with a journey time of about 45 minutes and frequent departures every 15 minutes on weekdays, with added services during holidays. For faster travel, take the high-speed train from Wuxi to Suzhou Station, then transfer to Suzhou Metro Line 4 to Tongli Station—exit directly at the heart of the Three Bridges area, totaling around 1 hour, ideal for travelers with luggage.
Many tour agencies also offer private day-trip packages covering the Three Bridges, Tuisi Garden, and Nanyuan Park, providing door-to-door pickup and guided tours without the hassle of transfers. Use the official app "Suzhou Travel Pass" to book shuttle buses and enjoy discounted tickets plus free guide services. Whether by public transit or private car, ample parking and electric bike rental stations are available around the site, enabling easy exploration of the water town alleys.
Yes! The entire Tongli National Historic Cultural Town is a natural playground for families. The Three Bridges area features kid-friendly walking trails with interactive signage explaining ancient bridge engineering, water town ecology, and local folklore—turning sightseeing into an educational adventure.
Visit the Children’s Museum (Tongqu Tang), where kids can enjoy hands-on activities like archery, straw shoe weaving, and paper lantern crafting, blending tradition with fun. Join the Family Boat Expedition program: parents and children paddle a wupeng boat through the bridges together, completing a "Bridge Quest Card" to collect stamps and redeem Suzhou-style pastry gift boxes.
At Tuisi Garden, special children’s guided tours use storytelling to reveal the secrets behind rocks and pavilions, making classical garden art accessible to young minds. Nearby, farm experience parks offer rice planting, lotus root harvesting, and duck feeding—perfect for connecting with nature.
All attractions are within a 10-minute walk of the Three Bridges, with safe pathways, rest zones, and facilities for strollers, making it one of the few truly multi-generational friendly destinations in the Jiangnan region.
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