Bo Hotel  

In Suzhou, amid classical gardens and tea fields — a handy base for exploring the city's scenic spots. Nearby highlights include Dongshan Loquat, Bayberry and the Biluochun Picking Base, plus Qiyuan Garden and local rowboat outings. The property is about 46 km from Suzhou New Area Railway Station and 68 km from Sunan Shuofang International Airport.

Rooms are simple and restful, equipped with a TV, bathrobe and slippers to help you unwind after a day out. Not every room has the same services, but service levels here score high with guests. The place skews family-friendly and makes a solid pick for travelers with kids.

On-site parking makes road trips easy. There's a restaurant on the premises for convenient meals. Expect comfortable, low-key amenities that get you out the door and into garden-hopping mode.

An on-site restaurant offers local cuisine so you can taste regional flavors without leaving the hotel. It’s a good spot to refuel after sightseeing around Suzhou’s gardens and tea bases.