Nestled within Hangzhou's Xixi Wetland lies the five-star garden resort Xixi Hotel

This waterside retreat with winding paths was practically tailor-made for Xixi Wetland, creating a perfect vacation paradise🌿 Surrounded by water on three sides, it perfectly captures the poetic essence of "pillowing on Jiangnan's waterways," while the ceremonial arrival by punt boat elevates the experience to new heights! 🛶 Secret Garden in the Wetlands • Ultimate privacy: Occupying the southeastern corner of Xixi, accessible only through the wetland park, with reedy waterways visible right from the lobby lounge • Design aesthetic: White-walled buildings with gray tiles nestled beneath camphor trees, transforming into a Southern Song Dynasty scene when lanterns illuminate at night • Hidden photo spots: The circular gate of waterside teahouse "Misty Waters Pavilion" (perfect for silhouettes) and the wooden boardwalk shrouded in morning mist 🛎️ Thoughtful Service Details 1. Welcome gifts include hand-drawn Xixi maps + seasonal tea snacks (osmanthus lotus root starch is legendary) 2. Custom toiletries feature "Xixi Trilogy" (Longjing tea soap/reed shower gel/green plum shampoo) 3. Complimentary sunset punt boat rides (time it right to see sunlight filtering through reeds) 🍵 Xixi on the Palate • Must-try: Braised river eel with spring bamboo shoots, water shield soup with whitebait (chef adjusts menu seasonally) • Surprise: Rainy day delivers ginger tea in celadon bowls for ultimate ambiance • Breakfast pick: Freshly made scallion pancakes with sweet soy milk - authentic Hangzhou flavor 🎋 Nearby Experiences - Morning exclusive: 6:30-8:00 wetland conservation tour (guests-only, witness egrets hunting) - 15-minute walk to Hong Garden, perfect for hanfu photography after closing - Family fun: Borrow fishing gear for kids to experience wetland angling 🏨 Booking Tips: 1. Choose "Main Building Deluxe Rooms" over villas (fewer mosquitoes) 2. Book 1 month early for cherry blossom (Mar-Apr) or reed flower (Nov) seasons 3. Shuttle buses to West Lake depart hourly Pro tip: Change into qipao or hanfu at dusk for waterside corridor photos - absolutely magical when moonlight lanterns rise!