Posted on Jul 17, 2026|Selected Double Room
DoudougoudoudouThis hotel is just two subway stops from Nanjing South Station, which is great, especially on a hot day, as you don't have to walk far to catch a ride-sharing service.
It's been almost ten years since I last stayed at a Courtyard, and I feel like the facilities aren't as good as I remember. Perhaps back then, I hadn't stayed in as many good hotels. With company travel budgets tighter now, I can't stay at Marriotts, so I opted for Courtyard this time. Honestly, I don't think it's as good as some of IHG's economy brands like Voco or Holiday Inn Express.
I didn't eat much breakfast, but it looked decent.
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Price per night from€ 53
Posted on Aug 30, 2026|Guestroom (Double Bed)
Guest UserTraveling to Suzhou with a friend, I was looking for a hotel that would offer an immersive, antique experience of Jiangnan's charm, and this Art Mansion Hotel truly didn't disappoint. The hotel boasts a prime location in the heart of Pingjiang Road. Step outside, and you're directly on the ancient flagstone street, making it super convenient for exploring and dining.拙政园 (Humble Administrator's Garden), 狮子林 (Lion Grove Garden), and the Suzhou Museum are all within walking distance. It's a tranquil oasis amidst the bustling crowds; the moment you enter, the outside noise fades away. The民國 (Republic of China) retro-style decor, with its wooden furnishings and small courtyard landscapes, creates an incredibly atmospheric vibe – any photo taken here looks like it's straight out of a Jiangnan blockbuster. The rooms are tastefully designed, blending ancient elegance with modern comfort. The smart devices are very convenient to use, the bedding is soft, and the hygiene is impeccable. The hotel also features a charming small courtyard. After a day of exploring the ancient streets, coming back to relax in the courtyard is incredibly therapeutic. The service is thoughtful and attentive; every time we returned, the butler would warmly greet us and even share tips on local delicacies and places to avoid, truly giving us a taste of Suzhou's local culture. Staying right on Pingjiang Road, falling asleep to the sounds of the water town's lively atmosphere, truly experiencing the slow pace of life in Gusu. Waking up in the morning, you can enjoy a delicious breakfast personally prepared by an auntie. Although the restaurant is small, it's clean and tidy. The breakfast selection isn't vast but is nutritious, featuring coarse grains like sweet potatoes and corn, and homemade porridge to gently awaken your morning appetite. There are also eggs and milk for protein, plus coffee, fruit, and rice cakes – more than I could even finish! The auntie would proactively ask if I had enough and if there was anything else I needed, which truly warmed my heart. I will definitely choose this place again on my next visit to Suzhou.
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Price per night from€ 34
Posted on Apr 18, 2026|Courtyard View King Room | Sleep-Care Pillow | Smart Bathroom | Whole-House Fresh Air System
Guest UserGreat location,easy to get around
it’s walking distance to the best food street ,all well known Nanjing cuisine can be found here
Walking distance to wudingmen metro station to and from Nanjing station ,just few steps away we can position ourselves for didi /taxi
The hotel is located in the area maintaining Traditional Chinese architecture , decoration and greenery ,great for photography
we got the room with a beautiful backyard full of plants and blossoms of flowers and a tray of welcome tea after checked in, the bed and pillows are comfortable ,showers is nice and warm
Light Chinese breakfast served is good enough to start a day and not too much for the delicious Nanjing lunch later on:-)
The girls at front desk are very friendly and sweet they were always ready to help
The owners I guess who were on night shift were polite and respectful
Overall we had a great time here thank you
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Price per night from€ 40
Posted on Sep 11, 2026|Floral Fragrance Twin Room
Maxbilabala
I originally booked for three nights and planned to switch hotels on the last day, but this hotel had excellent service, a fantastic location, and was thoughtful in every aspect, making us feel very comfortable. So, we extended our stay for another night. If I ever come to Suzhou again, I'll definitely choose this hotel.
The transportation was incredibly convenient; the subway station is just a 1-minute walk away. It's only two stops to both the Suzhou Museum and the Humble Administrator's Garden. Pingjiang Road, which is beautiful at night, is just a 3-4 minute walk from the hotel.
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Price per night from€ 25
Posted on Aug 18, 2026|Superior Twin
Daisyyan
The hotel upgraded my room upon arrival. The mattress was very comfortable, and the duvet cover was supposedly a patented product. The Lee Chang-yu Criminal Investigation Museum near the hotel is highly recommended!
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Price per night from€ 32
Posted on Aug 16, 2026|1 King Premium Lake View
VChuhuI chose the Indigo Hotel for a relaxing weekend by Jinji Lake, and it was absolutely the right decision. Scott, from Guest Relations, proactively contacted me even before check-in and was available on WeChat throughout my stay, handling all my requests with just a message. The hotel is conveniently located right by the subway exit – just a turn after exiting Exit 2 of the Contemporary Art Museum station. The Suzhou-style cyberpunk design is incredibly cool, with arches, ornate windows, and neon lights, making every photo a masterpiece.
I booked a lake-view king room, which included breakfast. The room was 49 square meters and fully equipped with a coffee machine, refrigerator, complimentary first round of beverages, a Dyson hairdryer, and an automatic smart toilet. There was only one trash can, which felt a bit sparse. The room also had two bathrobes, though I honestly wonder if anyone actually enjoys wearing hotel bathrobes. The Dyson hairdryer and fully automatic smart toilet were definite highlights.
For breakfast, the restaurant was quite busy on the weekend. Staff guided guests to their tables and asked if they'd like coffee or black tea. The breakfast featured a special noodle station with delicious wontons and noodles. The pastry section offered a wide variety of breads, all very soft and fluffy. My appetite is a bit small, and I was full after just a bowl of wontons and one pastry. The specialty Suzhou-style pastries, in my opinion, were just okay; I think the pastry shops in the city center would offer better options.
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Price per night from€ 103
Posted on May 14, 2026
Guest UserWe had a lovely two-night stay at Wenlv Gusu Yard Hotel Donghuali and were very satisfied overall. The hotel has great facilities, a wonderful location, and extremely kind staff. We were also generously upgraded, which made the stay even nicer.
The location is excellent - right in the middle of Suzhou old town, on the main pedestrian street, close to key shops, restaurants, and tea places. Since cars cannot enter this part of the old town, the nearest drop-off point is about a 3-minute walk away. Despite being so central, the room was very quiet because the windows faced the side/back areas and the courtyard walls helped create a calm atmosphere.
Communication before arrival was very clear. We received a helpful message with all the details on how to get there, including the best DiDi drop-off point, check-in information, stay details, and Wi-Fi instructions.
Our room was clean, modern, and very cozy, with a thoughtful mix of traditional character and contemporary comfort. While the room was on the smaller side compared with a standard chain hotel, it never felt cramped. The layout was well designed, the natural light made the space feel open, and the overall atmosphere was warm, calm, and intimate - very much in line with the feeling of a boutique stay in a restored old-town building. The room had windows on each side, allowing for good natural light and airflow, as well as blackout curtains. The bed was very comfortable - on the softer side, which we appreciated, but still supportive.
The bathroom came with all necessary amenities and products, and, importantly, did not have any stale water smell, which can sometimes be an issue in hotels in China. The bathroom does not have a traditional door, but there is a non-see-through privacy curtain with magnets on the sides, which worked well and was not a problem for us.
The room was also very practical: it included complimentary drinks, including soft drinks, tea, and water, a small refrigerator, and international electricity sockets, which was very convenient for foreign travellers. One especially lovely detail was the climbing jasmine just outside the window - when there was a breeze, the scent came into the room, which was beautiful.
The hotel also has two small balconies with seating, offering lovely views over the Suzhou skyline and Gusu rooftops - a nice spot for morning coffee or doing some work. The stairs are quite narrow and there is no elevator, but the staff kindly helped us with our suitcases. The pond and terrace area outside was also lovely, although because of some construction work we could not fully enjoy it during our stay. This was not a problem for us.
Breakfast was served as a breakfast box with nine small dishes. The staff also kindly made us coffee and provided milk upon request. There was yogurt as well, which was appreciated.
Most of all, the staff were extremely kind, friendly, and helpful throughout our stay. They helped with luggage, accommodated our breakfast requests, and made us feel very welcome.
Overall, this is a lovely boutique hotel for families, friend groups, or solo travellers who enjoy peace and calmness, while still wanting a modern yet traditional stay right in the centre of Suzhou old town. We would happily recommend it!
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Price per night from€ 37
Posted on Sep 9, 2026|Deluxe King
X9393I first encountered Pan Pacific Suzhou over ten years ago when I attended an annual meeting organized by a certain country's Chamber of Commerce here, and I've been connected to the hotel ever since. My family and I have stayed here several times since. Coming from Shanghai to Suzhou, our main goal is to visit gardens and enjoy delicious food, and Pan Pacific Suzhou perfectly delivers on that. Although the hotel has been around for some years, it's clear that the management does a great job maintaining its facilities, and the room cleanliness is excellent. The staff are proactive, enthusiastic, and well-trained. The restaurant's buffet, in particular, offers a rich variety of dishes and tastes great. Highly recommended, I will definitely stay here again.
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Price per night from€ 38
Posted on May 14, 2026|Business 2-bed Room
RentaichangThis hotel was a hidden gem for my short trip – such a pleasant surprise! It's incredibly conveniently located near tourist attractions. The hotel itself is elegant, quiet, and peaceful. The rooms are cozy, comfortable, and impeccably clean. The bed was very comfortable, and the toiletries and storage facilities were all complete. The staff, Mango, Orange, and Apple, were warm, friendly, and efficient in processing my check-in. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I've already recommended it to my friends!
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Price per night from€ 37
Posted on Sep 10, 2026|Queen Room with Lake View(Brunch & Diptyque Bath Amenities)
aehwa0613What I liked: the location of the hotel was almost ideal, the bed was extremely comfortable, the staff was quite nice and tried to solve problems as efficiently as possible within their power and the late checkout is wonderful. I do tend to ask a lot of questions, and they were very patient and communicated well through WeChat. They also allowed me to check in early. The property is beautiful and modern. It’s an Instagrammers dream. Hotel toiletries are nice. All aesthetics inside the room are excellent. Easy walk to the Suzhou MoCA/Suzhou Eye, Times Square and many malls and restaurants. There’s also a complementary mini bar with beverages. The indoor refrigerator is cold. The robes are a high-quality and so are the slippers. Hansgrohe and Kohler. Voss water. Good toothbrushes with Colgate toothpaste.
What needs to be addressed: before booking the room, I went to the hotel, asking in broken Chinese and English if breakfast was included because the listing says “Brunch & Diptyque bath amenities” for a room with a Lakeview. I was told yes. So I booked the room on the spot. The staff was nice and took me to my room. When we entered, it was beautiful, but it was a sauna. They turned the air on, but unfortunately, there is no temperature adjustment. I had to use the fan that I brought with me for 30 minutes before I decided to go outside because it was cooler out there. It cooled down when I came back later that night so that wasn’t a problem. I was later informed that brunch was not included, but that they would happily comp it for me for free pending a good review. I skipped brunch. Furthermore, there is technically a view of the lake, but the windows on the first floor, basically faced the very busy sidewalk. I saw a guy peeing 3 meters away from me when I opened the curtains. Drunk people at 2 o’clock in the morning walking by laughing. If you book the Lakeview room make sure it is not on the first floor.I could not keep my curtains open. There’s literally always people outside before 3 AM and after around 7AM. I did not receive the promised upgraded Diptyque bath amenities listed either. No shower shoes. No international language TV options, pay per view only. Not completely soundproof, but not too bad. There’s also no in room information about the hotel offerings, and they pay all of this money to have hotel information connected with their television, it is not utilized.
A few issues could be avoided if they would just update the listing on this website with correct information.
Be careful when choosing this room type. You might as well pick a room that is 200 RMB cheaper. “Lakeview” is it a lie, but it’s definitely stretching the truth. “Walkway view with the lake in the background” is more accurate.
All of this said, I will probably come back to this hotel. I will just stay in a cheaper room. Overall, I was quite satisfied with their resolutions with any problems that did arise. They did offer complementary bread at checkout.
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Price per night from€ 62