Stay at Suzhou Yuanjing Shui Xiang Homestay, a hidden gem just a 7-minute walk from Xian Cangci. The rooms feature authentic Suzhou-style lattice windows and carved wooden doors, with select suites offering serene views of the quiet canal. Guests can join daily silk weaving workshops led by the homestay’s cultural curator, connecting directly to the historical significance of the temple. Book early—only 30 culturally immersive rooms are available each season.

Suzhou Wuzhong Banyan Tree Resort is ideal, located 1.2 km away with complimentary shuttle buses every 30 minutes to Xian Cangci. Its riverside rooms offer stunning views of Pingjiang Road's evening light reflections on the canal. The property features a dedicated exhibition space called "Silk Memory," showcasing reconstructed looms and Qing Dynasty mulberry silkworm models unearthed near the temple, allowing guests to connect deeply with Jiangnan silk heritage throughout their stay.

Suzhou Xiumengxuan Art Hotel, just a 5-minute walk from Xian Cangci, specializes in intangible cultural heritage preservation. Monthly Su embroidery workshops are led by national-level artisans, teaching double-sided three-layer embroidery techniques using real silk thread sourced from local mulberry farms. Participants take home their creations and receive a limited-edition Xian Cangci guided tour booklet. The hotel’s courtyard also houses a miniature silkworm room where guests can observe live silkworms spinning silk, bringing the ancient "First Sericulture" tradition to life.