Kempinski Hotel Hangzhou, HangzhouKempinski Hotel Hangzhou in Hangzhou, China has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 84 of 157 hotels we score in Hangzhou. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.7 before correction. Rooms from about $222 a night (cached, not a live quote).Kempinski Hotel Hangzhou is a five-star property situated at the southern end of the Grand Canal. It sits near the Qiantang River, the National Wetland Park, and several historical museums. The hotel contains up to 344 air-conditioned rooms and suites, each featuring tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can access six different restaurants and bars, alongside a large spa and an indoor swimming pool. The site includes over 2,000 square metres of meeting space and a gym. This hotel suits business travellers and families looking for proximity to shopping and residential complexes. However, the property is located a distance from the nearest subway stations.What stands out

Six on-site restaurants and bars

Extensive spa and wellness facilities

Large meeting and event spaces

Proximity to the Grand Canal

Watch out for

Limited subway access

Some rooms are basic

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