Yangzhou State Guesthouse nestles serenely alongside the Slender West Lake, facing scenic spots such as the Long Dike in Spring Willows(also known as Changdichunliu), Xuyuan Garden, and Little Gold Hill across the water, embracing the delicate charm of the lake's shimmering beauty. Encompassing 400 acres of landscaped gardens, the property features fifteen distinct buildings thoughtfully arranged throughout the grounds. Among them are Buildings 1, 2, and 9, which exemplify the artistry of classical garden design, while Buildings 8 and 18 showcase contemporary aesthetics, together creating a modern garden sanctuary that honors tradition while embracing the future.
More than just a place to stay, Yangzhou State Guesthouse is a pilgrimage destination for Huaiyang cuisine. It is home to the "Two-Diamond" Black Pearl-rated restaurant Quyuan Teahouse and the "One-Diamond" restaurant Shan, offering guests unparalleled culinary experiences. The property also boasts a range of premium facilities, including a 50-meter standard hot spring swimming pool, the elegant Lanpu Teahouse, a scenic gym, and a Chinese traditional-style travel photography studio, catering to guests' comprehensive leisure needs.
"Discover a city by staying within a garden." We go beyond providing mere accommodation, striving to create an immersive living experience that integrates Yangzhou's regional spirit and carries forward its millennia-old cultural heritage. Every moment spent here is destined to become a cherished urban memory.
"My two-day trip to Yangzhou was made special by my stay at this hotel. I had requested a quiet room, and the hotel upgraded me from the 'Shanyue' (Mountain View) to the 'Shuiyue' (Water View) building. I didn't hear any announcements from the Qiyuan restaurant during breakfast, which was great. The Shanyue building would be lovely in spring with its lush greenery. The Shuiyue room overlooked the sunken sofa area. It wasn't as large as rooms in Building 18, but the overall experience was still very good. Bulgari toiletries, a well-stocked minibar, and a welcome fruit platter were all standard. There was a bathtub, but bath bags weren't provided – you need to ask for them. We received hot spring tickets but didn't get a chance to use them. Turndown service was available, and you could choose your 'goodnight' amenity via their WeChat official account. I opted for a 'mystery box' but it was forgotten, so I had to call the front desk later to have it delivered. A big thank you to the auntie who delivered our order late at night! Each room gets two Häagen-Dazs ice cream scoops. The breakfast selection wasn't huge, but the food was tasty, especially the San Ding Bao – absolutely delicious! The lemon tart was also amazing; I haven't had dessert in a while, and this really impressed me. We originally planned to visit Slender West Lake on our second day, but we couldn't wake up early enough, and by the time we went later, it was packed with people. So, we decided to just explore the hotel instead. The hotel is actually part of Slender West Lake, and you can see parts of it from the hotel grounds. It was quite pleasant to walk around and avoid the crowds. The front desk also provides feed for the koi and swans, so we took the shuttle between buildings to feed the little animals. At check-out, I even customized a room card to keep as a souvenir. My only regret was not being able to celebrate my birthday at the Mountain Restaurant because I didn't make a reservation in advance.
My two-day Yangzhou trip didn't involve many planned activities, mostly just city walks through a few streets. But those streets were so crowded, taxis were hard to get, and shared electric bikes were either broken or out of battery – I was exhausted! The best part was definitely relaxing at the hotel. The hotel experience was a perfect 100! I'd love to come back again."