NEED TO KNOW
- Banyan Tree Hangzhou is located in the Xixi National Wetland Park ( China's first wetland reserve)
- The resort has a distinctive look designed in Jiang Nan style, with slate grey tiled roofs and ivory walls
- Facilities include a Banyan Tree Spa, yoga, aerobics, pilates, stretching and step lessons, in-door swimming pool with adjoining steam and sauna rooms
- Attractions within the reserve include the Plum Villa, Autumn Snow Temple, Yanshui Fishing Villa, and Xixi Family House, which provide the historical and cultural stories of the Hangzhou region
THE HOTEL
Banyan Tree Hangzhou, which comprises 72 suites and villas, is located within the Xixi National Wetland Park, China's first wetlands reserve, home to an amazing wealth of thriving plant and animal life. Banyan Tree Hangzhou comprises 36 water terraces and 36 villas that are the most spacious to be found in Hangzhou. Starting from 120 square metres, each water terrace or villa reflects both the hallmarks of oriental design as well as contemporary amenities within a chic living space.
Dining options are vast with authentic Chinese cuisine in the grand dining hall or spoil yourself in an exclusive meal in one of the two private dining pavilions. Enjoy traditionally-made local and Cantonese dim sum and specialties which will allow you to discover the Hangzhou and Canton flavours. Banyan Tree Hangzhou is a two hour drive from Shanghai and is located 15 minutes from downtown Hangzhou and the famed West Lake.
Explore the Xixi wetlands, on board a traditional "Jiangnan" sculling boat while enjoying Chinese tea and scrumptious savouries and sweets, perfect for a relaxing afternoon.














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