Suzhou classical gardens and Pingjiang Road canal lanes
with Lan
from $179 / group
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Where to stay in Suzhou
Our guide's area notes. Book directly; we take no commission.
| Area | Why we would stay there |
|---|---|
| Pingjiang Road / old town | Canal-side boutique hotels, gardens on foot. |
| Jinji Lake (SIP) | Modern towers and malls; metro to the old town. |
What to eat in Suzhou
- Suzhou-style noodles at a classic shop
- Sweet Suzhou pastries
- Pingtan tea houses on the canal
What the days are for
- Classical gardens
- Canal lanes
- Silk and museums
Tours
Days we run from these hotels
Suzhou hotel questions
Which area is best for a first visit to Suzhou?
Pingjiang Road / old town: Canal-side boutique hotels, gardens on foot.
Is it worth staying somewhere quieter in Suzhou?
Jinji Lake (SIP) is the usual answer: Modern towers and malls; metro to the old town.
Will the guide collect me from any hotel in Suzhou?
Yes. Every tour starts at your lobby; Lan will suggest an earlier start if your hotel is far from the first stop.
Want a specific hotel name?
Ask Lan; we will name the two or three we would book ourselves at your budget, and you book direct.