Hangzhou State Guesthouse: Living in a picturesque painting of the West Lake

This spring, I'd like to share a unique experience: staying at the Hangzhou State Guesthouse! Not only is it known as the "best garden of West Lake," but it's also a hidden paradise nestled beside the lake, where every scene is captivating. 🏢The breathtaking scenery of Hangzhou State Guesthouse Private enjoyment of West Lake's tranquility Located in the heart of the West Lake area, the Hangzhou State Guesthouse is known as "a West Lake within West Lake."  Nestled between mountains and the lake, it boasts over 2,000 meters of exclusive shoreline, accounting for one-seventh of the entire West Lake shoreline. Staying here offers you an almost private and tranquil West Lake experience, with views of Su Causeway, Leifeng Pagoda, and Baochu Pagoda across the water, as if you were in your own West Lake sanctuary. Lake and mountain views from every window The guesthouse features elegant architecture with white walls and black tiles, full of Jiangnan charm. Whether it's a lake-view room in Building 1 or a courtyard-view room in Building 8, every window frames a picturesque scene. Wake up in the morning, draw the curtains, and the shimmering West Lake unfolds before your eyes, with Leifeng Pagoda in the distance, seemingly within reach. A poetic stroll through the gardens The guesthouse itself is a large Jiangnan garden, with pavilions, terraces, bridges, flowing water, winding corridors, and bamboo groves. Every step reveals a new vista. Stroll along the lakeside, admire the lotus ponds, ancient pavilions, and unique rocks, and immerse yourself in the tranquility and elegance of West Lake. Here, you'll find not only natural beauty but also historical traces, such as the "Kuan Yu Ting" pavilion where Chairman Mao once picked tea. 🎨Cultural exhibitions within the guesthouse Precious memories of the G20 Summit The guesthouse displays many exhibits related to the G20 Hangzhou Summit, including custom tableware used during the summit and group photos of world leaders. These exhibits not only showcase the historical mission of the guesthouse but also highlight Hangzhou's charm as an international city. Inheritance of history and culture The predecessor of the guesthouse was the manor of Liu Xuexun, a successful candidate in the imperial examination during the late Qing Dynasty. It later became a place for receiving state leaders. The guesthouse still preserves many historical relics and precious photos, such as the site where Chairman Mao picked tea and the drafting place of the first Constitution of the People's Republic of China. Walking through the guesthouse is like traveling through time, experiencing the weight of history. 🌟Summary Staying at the Hangzhou State Guesthouse is not just a luxurious accommodation experience but also an immersive cultural journey. Here, you can enjoy the tranquil beauty of West Lake, experience the poetry of Jiangnan gardens, and touch the warmth of history. If you come to Hangzhou and want to experience a unique trip, the Hangzhou State Guesthouse is definitely worth a visit!