During peak tourist season, taxis are not willing to drive in to right in front of the house, which is not the house’s fault but simply because it’s located at such a hot tourist spot☺️

The place is at a fantastic location, walking distance to Lingyin temple. There are tons of tasty restaurants nearby too. I really appreciate the thoughtful service offered by staff there. They went out of their way to make sure that all our requests and needs are well taken care of. Most importantly, the decor style is full of traditional cultural elements and demonstrates the unique tastes of the owner.

Stayed in August 2025

The breakfast could have included decent coffee. The location was perfect for visiting the Lingyin temple. However, since there are restrictions to car driving (including taxis/Didis) during weekends, it may not be the best location in the weekend if you plan to get around in Hangzhou and want to rely on driving. Bus transfer is good!

The breakfast was simple, but ok. We got very nice tea, and dumplings! The best with our stay was the very helpful hostess, who booked tables for us at restaurants (the extremely good vegetarian restaurant – totally amazing!) and went out of her way to make sure we got a Didi in time when we were leaving.

Stayed in July 2025

Just note there’s traffic restriction on weekends (9am–5pm), so no taxis or Grab during that time.

Lovely breakfast and tea, warm host, peaceful and super clean with beautiful wood-themed rooms — a wonderful first impression of Hangzhou!

Stayed in June 2025

We loved everything.

Everything. The staff was absolutely lovely. The breakfast was amazing. The room was very large and had everything we needed for a short stay. Super location.

Stayed in May 2025

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Very nice room, helpful and friendly hosts, good breakfast!

Stayed in May 2025

Its location near the tourist attractions especially during weekend where is traffic control.

The breakfast n the friendly staff

Stayed in March 2025

We didn't know until our departure day that taxis can't drive into the village at weekends, so we had to get a bus to the airport.

Breakfasts were traditional style, varied and delicious. The location was in a quiet village neighbourhood, close to West Lake and the Lingyin Temple complex.

Stayed in November 2024

Nothing specific, we got a small room which was a bit tight for the number of luggage we had (2 big ones and 2 small ones), but everything was very doable.

We stayed in this lovely property for 2 nights. It was the perfect getaway after 2 weeks in big cities landscapes. Although Hangzhou is not small at all, the hotel is located in a peaceful natural area, very quiet but still close to important highlights such as the Feilai Peak. The best highlight of the property was the staff, which was a 10/10. The guy working at the reception was lovely and so kind to us, helping us many times with restaurant recommendation, ordering food to our room one night when it was raining and helping us carry our luggage to the bus stop (around 10 min by foot). The property also prepares every morning a free breakfast which is super local, quite different from what we’re used to, but we loved it. It was delicious and the overall feeling of being there was very home-y.

Stayed in October 2024

Staircase quite inconvenient for the luggage.

Strategic location. Very friendly and helpful staff. Quiet and cozy environment.

Stayed in October 2024

The property was next to the temples and they had cats

Stayed in September 2024

Beds remind me of similar beds I slept on in Japan - VERY hard (basically a raised wooden platform with minimal padding).

Very hospitable family running this quaint hotel. The neighborhood was picturesque, set in a wooded neighborhood retreat away from the city. Easy walk to Lingyin Temple. Staff speaks decent English, with a strong desire to understand and be understood - always smiling and so so friendly!

Stayed in September 2024

Getting a taxi out of this area can be a challenge due to traffic control. Either wait and flag one down by the main road or walk 10-15mins to the nearest DiDi pick up spot which isn’t great in 40 degree heat. Places in the city next to the lake may be more convenient for transport.

Nice rooms and staff. A more residential area to stay next to the lake.

Stayed in August 2024

bit of mould in the wall but there is an air cleaner

Great location, very close to the Lingyn temple and the west lake. Cozy accommodation, with a zen atmosphere. Lovely staff, the onces that couldn't speak English always used the app to translate.

Stayed in May 2024

No WiFi so had to use roaming.

Located in such a beautiful setting, rooms were spacious and clean for the price point. Lots of thoughtful details like home cooked breakfast being included and beautiful travel books about Hangzhou in multiple languages to suit a variety of travelers. Service was wonderful and very personal. The owners stayed up until 2 AM the day I checked in to respond to my WeChats after I had a long flight delay and ran into tons of holiday traffic. Although they have a good command of English, I was also really happy that they were willing to let me practice my Chinese and were very kind and understanding about my mistakes. Last, they have a lot of cute cats!

Stayed in May 2024

The walls were very thin!

Excellent location, beautiful small hotel in the tea fields. Very friendly and staff.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing, it is well worth the money.

The place is located in a nice location, it is close to the temples to visit (few minutes walk). The room was nicely decorated and felt very cozy. More general the place is decorated with various types of arts pieces, which attracts the curiosity. A few minutes walk from the bus station to take a bus back to West Lake or downtown Hangzhou.

Stayed in April 2024

Nothing

The landlord is so kind and helpful.

Stayed in April 2024

Other travellers said it was difficult to find, but we just looked at the area’s overview map and found it straight away. You have to go up some steps at the back.

There are three lovely cats 😻 There is an amazing view, a brilliant vegan restaurant five doors downhill, lots of room to sit/read. The countryside setting in tea fields is beautiful. There is the Lingyin Temple tourist area next door with lots of facilities and good transport links. Our favourite place to stay on our journey is - we’ll be back!

Stayed in April 2024

We initially thought about staying only two nights in this accommodation, but after arriving at this beautiful place we decided to extend our stay. The accommodation is a great hide away from the busy Hangzhou and walking distance from the Lingyin Scenic Area. You will find a few restaurants in the neighborhood, but we highly recommend the vegetarian restaurant "Qing Chun Perma" - delicious food, high quality ingredients and still very affordable. The host is extremely friendly, helpful and can communicate in English. A cherry on the cake was the outstanding dinner that the host offered to us. For all the Italians out there, be aware that the breakfast is very traditional and therefore not sweet;)

Stayed in March 2024

A little hard to find, u have to go up a staircase and the numbering isn't very clear

Cute cats and staff very friendly. Breakfast was simple. They upgraded us to a nicer room.

Stayed in March 2024

One of our room lighting was a little dim, but minor for me.

Rooms was clean and comfortable, with a zen and local vibe. Walking distance to the famous ling ying temple and tourism areas which was a plus. There were some restaurants and convenience store nearby as well. The town was really beautiful early in the morning and at night when lights were lit. The breakfast was exceptional, healthy, tasty and filling which gives us more energy to tour around HangZhou. Owner of the place was very helpful too which gave us local tips and also assistance in buying high speed rail tickets when we were leaving from HangZhou to SuZhou. They also prepared breakfast for us earlier in the morning, outside of breakfast hours so we could catch our train in the morning.

Stayed in February 2024

Was a bit difficult to find it initially, you might need to ask the locals.

The host were adorable ( and I am not just talking about the two cats). The breakfast was simple but fulfilling and you can ask more for those with hungry belly. The room was clean and comfortable. It represents the amazing old Chinese traditional house. I loved the colors, warm tone and very relaxing. The hotel had some hidden zen spots ( an outside garden and an internal court with many plants), great for pic or morning relaxation

Stayed in January 2024

The room smells a little bit humid, but I know it's the local weather that makes the indoors smell like this. Opening all windows after getting in will be helpful.

The staff are super friendly and always there to help. It's located in a quiet village near Lingyin Temple, within walking distance to get there. We enjoyed breakfast with local and fresh food.

Stayed in December 2023

This guesthouse is the best!! My room was super cute, and the house was filled with antique-looking furniture. The hosts were very nice, they were worried when I didn't arrive at my specified arrival time and gave directions to my taxi driver.

Stayed in January 2024