Crowne Plaza Binjiang, HangzhouCrowne Plaza Binjiang in Hangzhou, China has a corrected score of 4.0 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 28 of 157 hotels we score in Hangzhou. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.1 before correction: Booking.com 3.6, Tripadvisor 5.0, Agoda 3.9. Rooms from about $177 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located on Ke Ji Guan Street in the Binjiang district, this IHG hotel sits along the Qiantang River. It is positioned near the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center and the International Expo Center. The property features air-conditioned rooms equipped with work desks and private bathrooms. Guests can access a gym, an indoor swimming pool, and a spa. Dining options include three restaurants serving Chinese and Western cuisine, alongside a daily breakfast buffet. The interior design follows a modern, high-tech aesthetic. This hotel suits business travellers and those visiting local sporting venues, though some guests have noted that room service is not always available.What stands out

Riverside location in Binjiang

Modern high-tech interiors

On-site gym and pool

Diverse dining options

Watch out for

Limited room service availability

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