Holiday Inn Exp East Station, HangzhouHoliday Inn Exp East Station in Hangzhou, China has a corrected score of 2.7 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 153 of 157 hotels we score in Hangzhou. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.0 before correction: Google 2.0. Rooms from about $84 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in the business district near Hangzhou East Railway Station, this 216-room hotel serves business travellers and families. It sits within walking distance of the metro and a short drive from the Hangzhou Peace International Convention and Exhibition Centre. Guest rooms feature air conditioning, desks, flat-screen TVs, and walk-in showers. On-site facilities include a business centre, meeting rooms, and secure parking. While the location provides easy access to public transport and local shopping at MIXC Mall, some guests have reported inconsistent housekeeping standards. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi and breakfast to all occupants.What stands out

Close to metro and railway station

Includes free breakfast and Wi-Fi

Business and meeting facilities available

Secure on-site parking

Watch out for

Inconsistent housekeeping services

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