The Azure Qiantang, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hangzhou

In Qianjiang New Town, in Hangzhou’s Central Business District, minutes from West Lake and the Qiantang River. Roughly 900 m from Yongjiang Road Metro Station, about 5 km from Hangzhou Railway Station and 26 km from Xiaoshan International Airport. A luxury, family-friendly stay that also caters to business travelers.

This luxury hotel offers 205 individually decorated rooms with iPod docking, 46-inch LED TVs, minibars, laptop-compatible safes and desks. Bathrooms pair separate tubs with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Expect a modern riverside-meets-CBD vibe, a serene spa and simple contemporary décor.

Recreational highlights include an indoor pool, spa tub, sauna, 24-hour fitness center, massage and steam rooms, and a hair salon. Onsite concierge, gift shop/newsstand, children’s playroom, BBQ area and a tour desk keep things lively. Onsite parking and valet services, laundry and accessibility features available—wake up to Qiantang River views and easy city access.

Big on business: roughly 998 sqm (about 10,742 sq ft) of event space, multiple meeting rooms and a business center with a computer station. Express check-in/out, onsite parking/valet and complimentary wired and wireless high-speed internet make meetings smooth.

Two onsite restaurants — including Panorama Signature serving international cuisine — plus a bar/lounge and 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfast is available daily from 6:30–10:30 for a fee.