Wyndham Grand Plaza Royale Hangzhou sits at the north-east corner of West Lake, in the heart of the city and within walking distance of the water. It is a large, conventional upscale hotel with multiple restaurants and a bar, a swimming pool and a fitness room, and it offers a reliable, comfortable base without the very high rates of the leading luxury names around the lake. Some of its rooms have lake views, which is a considerable bonus given the location. Because of its position, the hotel works well for visitors who want to spend their days on foot around the lake, then return for a swim and a quiet dinner. The lake shore, the Broken Bridge and the nearby streets are close, and so are the city’s main shopping and eating areas. It suits couples, families and business travellers, and it is a sensible choice for anyone who wants a central stay with proper facilities at a price below the top-end hotels.
Location and getting around
The hotel is at the north-east corner of West Lake, in central Hangzhou, and the lake is within walking distance. Taxis are easy to find, metro stations are in the surrounding area, and the railway stations are a short ride away. The Lingyin Temple, the tea villages and the Xixi Wetland are reached by taxi or by a mix of metro and bus, so plan your days around one side of the lake at a time. Check the exact walking time and the route on the map when you book.
Rooms
The hotel has several hundred rooms, with different categories and suites, and some have views of the lake, which is worth requesting when you book. Rooms are generally comfortable and well equipped, with modern bathrooms and good beds. As in any large city hotel, standards can vary between floors and room types, so read the room description carefully and ask for a quiet room if you are a light sleeper.
Who it suits
Couples and families who want a central, comfortable stay near the lake, travellers who like to swim or use a gym after a day of walking, and business visitors who need a dependable hotel. It is less suited to guests who want a secluded garden resort or a design-led boutique atmosphere, and in the busiest periods the public areas can be crowded. Anyone who wants to be next to the tea fields should look to the western side of the lake.
Good to know
The hotel has multiple restaurants and a bar, and the pool and fitness room have their own opening hours and rules, so check them when you book, as the pool can close for maintenance. Breakfast is usually charged separately unless it is included in your rate. Check-in is normally in the afternoon and check-out around midday, and policies on children, extra beds and parking vary. Hangzhou is busiest around national holidays and in spring and autumn, so book early for those dates.
Why stay here
- ✓Swimming pool (check hours when you book)
- ✓Fitness room
- ✓Multiple restaurants and a bar
- ✓Some rooms with lake views
- ✓Walk to West Lake
- ✓Concierge and tour help
- ✓Taxis and metro nearby
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
Good questions
Where is Wyndham Grand Plaza Royale Hangzhou?+
It is in central Hangzhou at the north-east corner of West Lake, within walking distance of the water. Check the route and walking time on the map when you book.
Does Wyndham Grand Plaza Royale Hangzhou have a pool?+
Yes, the hotel has a swimming pool and a fitness room. The pool can close for maintenance, so check the hours and any closures when you book.
Does the hotel have lake views?+
Some rooms look over West Lake, and a lake-view room can be requested when you book. Availability and cost vary by date.
