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Wuzhen Yiyuan Boutique Hotel is nestled in the southeastern corner of Xizha Scenic Area, where the design team masterfully blends Ming-Qing architectural framework with contemporary minimalism. The staggered complex of gray-tiled white walls unfolds gracefully along the inner lake, featuring the designer's innovative "transparent scenery" technique—the perforated bronze screen in the lobby transforms with shifting light, casting reflections on the terrazzo floor like a flowing rendition of "Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains." Recreating a Song Dynasty study, the custom-made hollow mortise-and-tenon furniture allows free configuration, while handcrafted mulberry silk paintings above the beds reveal hidden Wuzhen street scenes under varying humidity. The bathroom spaces combine German contemporary fixtures with local bluestone slabs, and smart frosted glass offers views of private courtyards during showers. The hotel specializes in refined Jiang-Zhe cuisine using seasonal local ingredients, such as steamed white fish, stir-fried river snails with sauce, and Dingsheng cakes, with breakfast featuring small wontons and Gusao pastries. Afternoons invite guests to savor Wuzhen chrysanthemum tea or Mingqian Longjing paired with handmade osmanthus-glutinous rice lotus root, immersing in waterside tea culture. The cultural space houses extensive collections on Jiangnan folklore and architecture, offering intangible heritage workshops (like indigo-dyeing DIY). The Zen-inspired SPA features herbal essential oils and ancient massage techniques to soothe travel fatigue. Wuzhen Yiyuan Boutique Hotel is not just accommodation but an immersive journey into Jiangnan lifestyle aesthetics. Whether falling asleep to water whispers or listening to courtyard rain in the afternoon, it offers a sanctuary from bustle to inner tranquility.

Walking through the bustling Wuzhen Xizha Scenic Area, along the bluestone road 🚶 for about five minutes, you will see the Yiyuan Boutique Hotel 🏨 nestled among the green trees. The hotel gate 🚪 is not conspicuous, but it has a unique charm. The words "Yiyuan" are hung above the simple Shikumen gate, as if telling the historical story 📝 of this century-old house. . 🏡｜Yiyuan Boutique Hotel, Wuzhen 📍｜No. 1 Wu Jiangjun Road, Xizha Scenic Area, Tongxiang . [Design] Pushing open the heavy wooden door, what catches your eye is a delicate courtyard 🏡, with rockeries ⛰️, flowing water, and lush 🪴 greenery, as if instantly isolating you from the hustle and bustle of the outside world, making you feel relaxed and happy. In the center of the courtyard is an antique pavilion with several rattan chairs 🪑 for guests to rest and enjoy the scenery. . [Room] The room is located on the second floor. Opening the window 🪟, you can see the slowly flowing river 💦 and the scattered houses on the other side of the river, like a traditional Chinese painting 🖼️ slowly unfolding in front of you. The interior decoration ⚒️ of the room is simple and elegant, and the wooden furniture is matched with plain-colored fabrics to create a warm and comfortable living atmosphere. The room is also equipped with modern facilities, including air conditioning, TV, and mini bar, to meet various needs of guests. . [Experience] * In the morning, open the window 🪟, breathe the fresh air, watch the awninged boats 🛶 slowly passing on the river, and feel the tranquility and beauty of the Jiangnan water town. * In the afternoon, make a pot of Longjing tea 🍵 in the courtyard, hold a book, and quietly enjoy the afternoon sun ☀️. * In the evening, stroll 🚶 along the bluestone roads around the hotel and feel the unique charm of the ancient water town. * At night, lie on the comfortable bed 🛏️, listen to the sound of the flowing water 💦 outside the window, and feel the gentleness and romance of the Jiangnan water town. . [Entertainment] * Tea tasting: There are some tea houses nearby that offer various famous teas from Jiangnan 🫖. You can learn tea art and taste the tea here. * Listening to Pingtan: Make a reservation for a Pingtan 🎹 performance, where you can enjoy traditional Jiangnan Quyi and feel the charm of Jiangnan culture. * Boat trip: Book a Wupeng boat 🛶, you can take a Wupeng boat to visit the Wuzhen water town scenery. . [Food] * White fish: Wuzhen white fish is a local specialty with tender meat and delicious taste. * Braised lamb: Wuzhen braised lamb is made of local high-quality lamb, carefully cooked, the meat is crispy and delicious. * Dingsheng cake: Dingsheng cake is a traditional Wuzhen pastry, meaning auspiciousness, soft and glutinous, sweet and delicious. . [Surrounding] * Wuzhen Xizha Scenic Area: Wuzhen Xizha Scenic Area is the most representative scenic spot in Wuzhen, with many well-preserved ancient buildings of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, which is worth a visit. * Dongzha Scenic Area: Dongzha Scenic Area is another major scenic spot in Wuzhen. Compared with Xizha Scenic Area, it is more primitive and can feel a stronger Jiangnan water town style. * Former Residence of Mao Dun: The Former Residence of Mao Dun is located in the Dongzha Scenic Area of Wuzhen. It is the former residence of the famous writer Mao Dun and is worth a visit.

Beautiful Wuzhen, under the jurisdiction of Tongxiang City, Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province, is located in the 'Golden Triangle' of Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai, and the hinterland of the Hangjiahu Plain. The water system in Wuzhen belongs to the Taihu Lake Basin, with rivers crisscrossing and the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal passing by the town. Wuzhen is a famous historical and cultural town in China, one of the top ten charming towns in China, a national town with beautiful environment, and a national 5A tourist attraction. It is known as 'the last pillow water people's home in China', and is known as 'the land of fish and rice, the mansion of silk'. It has a history of six thousand years and is one of the twenty golden week forecast attractions and one of the six ancient towns in the south of the Yangtze River. East, West, South and North Zha, we live in the West Zha scenic area for convenience. I, who just recovered from a serious illness, chose the relatively quiet Wuzhen Yiyuan Boutique Hotel. The deluxe room on the second floor is very good, and it is very comfortable to brew a pot of tea on the outdoor balcony. By the way, it is convenient to check in at the tourist center in the scenic area, take a shuttle electric car to the hotel, and handle face recognition at the hotel, which is very convenient for entering and exiting the scenic area. The East Zha, South Zha and North Zha are relatively less commercialized than the West Zha. Residents are still living, so if you want to experience the fireworks, you can consider not living in the West Zha. There are West Zha, Three Inch Golden Lotus Hall, Zhaoming Academy, Mao Dun Mausoleum, General Wu Temple, Wang Huiwu Memorial Hall, Water Market, etc. in the West Zha scenic area. In short, it is very convenient to eat, live and play here, and it is really good and beautiful here.