Amanfayun

Hidden in a picturesque valley, the hotel enjoys a serene setting surrounded by tea fields, natural forests, quaint villages and a pilgrimage circuit of five major Buddhist temples. Nearby attractions include the scenic Lingvin Temple (around 800 m away), Longjing Village (around 5.7 km away) and Westlake (around 6 km away). Access from Shanghai is either by car (approximately 3 hours) or by fast train (1 hour and 20 minutes). It is just a 20-minute drive from the centre of Hangzhou, and a 50-minute drive from Hangzhou Airport. This charming hotel was built in 2010 and offers a total of 42 rooms. Designed in the spirit of a traditional Chinese village, the property comprises 47 dwellings, a number of which date back over 100 years. Guests are welcomed in a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out service. Additional facilities at this air-conditioned establishment include a hotel safe, currency exchange facilities, a games room, TV lounge, bar and restaurant. Wireless Internet access, room service and a laundry service are also provided, and those arriving by car may leave their vehicle in the hotel car park. Due to the unique nature of the structures, no two rooms are identical. The rooms are en suite with shower and hairdryer. All furniture is freestanding and includes a double or king-size bed, day beds, sofas, dining suites and floor and desk lamps. Without compromising the integrity of the dwellings, all accommodation units enjoy the comforts of radiant underfloor heating, air conditioning and Internet connectivity. Additional amenities include satellite/cable TV, a radio, hi-fi, safe, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and an ironing set. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and parasols. The fully-equipped gym also contains a tai-chi, yoga, and meditation room as well as a Pilates studio. A sauna, steam room, massage service and spa treatments are also available. There is an entertainment programme for adults and children.