Indigo Hotels in Suzhou

Came here for Pier 46 Restaurant and it was totally worth the trip. The 46th floor offers a 270-degree panoramic view of the old town and Tiger Hill Pagoda through its floor-to-ceiling windows. In the morning, with the sunlight streaming into the restaurant, having breakfast by the window feels like watching Suzhou wake up from above the clouds. The live cooking station is the highlight – the Suzhou-style red soup noodles have a fresh and savory broth that's not too salty, and the wontons have thin wrappers. The glutinous rice cakes, sweet douhua (tofu pudding), and winter melon candy mung bean soup are all authentic local flavors. The Western options like omelets, fresh squeezed juices, and freshly ground coffee are also consistently good. In the evening, the same space transforms into the Du Bar. I ordered the 'Maple Bridge Night Mooring' special cocktail; the osmanthus flavor paired with the city lights creates a delightful, mellow buzz. The afternoon tea features exquisite Ferris wheel-shaped pastries, with a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Enjoying both breakfast and a sunset drink here truly allowed me to experience Suzhou from a high vantage point. The restaurant itself made the room price worthwhile, and our butler, Yuki, was attentive throughout our stay, always available for any questions or concerns.

I chose the Indigo Hotel for a relaxing weekend by Jinji Lake, and it was absolutely the right decision. Scott, from Guest Relations, proactively contacted me even before check-in and was available on WeChat throughout my stay, handling all my requests with just a message. The hotel is conveniently located right by the subway exit – just a turn after exiting Exit 2 of the Contemporary Art Museum station. The Suzhou-style cyberpunk design is incredibly cool, with arches, ornate windows, and neon lights, making every photo a masterpiece. I booked a lake-view king room, which included breakfast. The room was 49 square meters and fully equipped with a coffee machine, refrigerator, complimentary first round of beverages, a Dyson hairdryer, and an automatic smart toilet. There was only one trash can, which felt a bit sparse. The room also had two bathrobes, though I honestly wonder if anyone actually enjoys wearing hotel bathrobes. The Dyson hairdryer and fully automatic smart toilet were definite highlights. For breakfast, the restaurant was quite busy on the weekend. Staff guided guests to their tables and asked if they'd like coffee or black tea. The breakfast featured a special noodle station with delicious wontons and noodles. The pastry section offered a wide variety of breads, all very soft and fluffy. My appetite is a bit small, and I was full after just a bowl of wontons and one pastry. The specialty Suzhou-style pastries, in my opinion, were just okay; I think the pastry shops in the city center would offer better options.

This resort is truly perfect for a vacation, a great weekend getaway for Shanghai families with kids. My first compliment goes to the pool; there's a smaller pool with a warmer temperature that's ideal for young children's first swimming experience, getting them absolutely excited. My second compliment is for the hotel environment; cycling along Yangcheng Lake is incredibly enjoyable, and they even have tandem bikes for two adults and one child – they really understand what families with kids need. My third compliment is for the hotel service; our butler, Daisy, contacted us proactively on WeChat, fulfilling all our requests. She sent us recommendations for nearby attractions in advance, and the restaurants she suggested were excellent. I will definitely be returning for a second visit!