Xianghu Xiaoyao Manor Super Practical Guide: Facilities + Photo Tips Fully Unlocked

Location 📍 Located at 256 Yuewang Road, Xiaoshan District, right in the core area of Xianghu Resort! It’s only a 10-minute walk to the lakeside of Xianghu, about 30 minutes by car to Hangzhou East Station, 40 minutes to Xiaoshan Airport, and close to Metro Line 1. Whether driving or using public transport, it’s super convenient~ Surrounded by greenery 🌿, open the window to a sea of green, a healing escape from the city’s hustle and bustle! Nearby Attractions 🎡 - Xianghu Scenic Area: 10-minute walk, free admission! You can cycle along the lake 🚴 (bike rental 20 RMB/hour), take a stroll, or take a boat ride for 40 RMB one way per person. Cherry blossoms in spring and ginkgo trees in autumn are stunning, a hidden gem perfect for photos. - Kuahuqiao Site Museum: 15-minute walk, ticket 20 RMB per person. See dugout canoes from 8,000 years ago 🛶 and learn about ancient culture. Quiet and peaceful, ideal for history lovers. - Xianghu Flower Sea: 5 minutes by car, free! Large fields of cosmos and sunflowers 🌻 bloom in spring and autumn, a popular photo spot. Go early in the morning for fewer people and better shots. - Yuewangcheng Mountain: 20-minute walk, free. The summit offers panoramic views of Xianghu. The trail is gentle, and watching the sunset 🌇 from the top is breathtaking. - Langlibaitiao Water Sports Center: 8 minutes by car, water bikes and kayaks cost 50-80 RMB/hour. A niche activity perfect for families or couples, super fun. - Hangzhou Paradise: 15 minutes by car, ticket 190 RMB per person. Features popular roller coasters and giant swings, great for thrill-seekers. - Changqiao Polar Ocean Park: 20 minutes by car, ticket 350 RMB per person. See beluga whales and penguins 🐧, a must-visit for family trips. The famous underwater tunnel is great for photos. Room Facilities 🛏 I stayed in a lake view room with a New Chinese style, designed by HBA, very high quality! The bed is from King Koil, soft and cozy, you won’t want to get up ☁️; the room has a JBL Bluetooth speaker, perfect for setting the mood with music. Some room types also include a capsule coffee machine, making morning coffee super relaxing~ Toiletries are from Agraria’s Black Currant series, with a sophisticated scent. Some bathrooms have round bathtubs and smart toilets, making the experience top-notch! Photo Tips 📷 - Inside the manor: Take vintage-style photos on the lobby’s spiral staircase, wearing light-colored clothes for great shots; outdoor lawn with white tents and flower arches 💐, perfect for forest-style portraits on sunny afternoons; lakeside boardwalk for lake reflections, the light at sunrise/sunset is amazing. - Xianghu Scenic Area: Capture candid moments walking along the wooden lakeside boardwalk, the wind blowing through hair looks very natural; on the boat deck, use the lake and distant mountains as a backdrop for side-profile silhouettes 🌅. - Xianghu Flower Sea: Crouch in the flowers using the sea of blooms as foreground for half-body shots; stand on the flower path and turn around for dynamic shots with flowing skirts. Tips to Note ⚠ - There is a breeze at Xianghu in the early morning and evening, even in summer bring a light jacket 🧥 to avoid catching a chill. - For flower sea and sunrise photos, arrive before 9 AM to avoid crowds and enjoy soft lighting. - It’s a bit hard to get a taxi around the manor, so self-driving or booking a ride in advance 🚗 is recommended. - Kuahuqiao Museum is closed on Mondays, don’t go empty-handed; touching artifacts inside is prohibited, please follow the rules. - For water activities, wear shoes that are easy to put on and take off, bring a change of clothes to avoid getting wet. 【Disclaimer】Ticket prices may change due to policy updates, please confirm before your visit!