Le Meridien Hangzhou Binjiang, HangzhouLe Meridien Hangzhou Binjiang in Hangzhou, China has a corrected score of 3.9 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 33 of 157 hotels we score in Hangzhou. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.2 before correction: Booking.com 3.4, Tripadvisor 5.0. Rooms from about $144 a night (cached, not a live quote).Le Meridien Hangzhou Binjiang is a five-star hotel located in the Binjiang Business District. The 33-story building overlooks the Qiantang River and contains 197 contemporary rooms and 24 suites. It suits business travellers and families, offering facilities such as an indoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a kids' club, and two on-site restaurants. Guests can access a spa, a business centre, and free parking. The rooms include air conditioning, sitting areas, and terraces. While the hotel provides extensive internal amenities, it is situated a significant distance from the West Lake area and the city centre.What stands out

Indoor swimming pool and gym

Family friendly kids club

River views from the building

Spacious room layouts

Watch out for

Distance from West Lake

Limited local dining options

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