The Silk Lakehouse Shangri-La Hangzhou

Hidden within lush bamboo thickets with panoramic views of West Lake, The Silk Lakehouse channels the tranquil atmosphere of a private Jiangnan estate. The hotel's interior design takes a tasteful approach to maximalism, celebrating the intricate art of Chinese silk craftsmanship. Colours and patterns clash in the most beautiful way possible across its restaurants, common areas, and  68 guest rooms and suites. 

Days revolve around regional ritual: guests can partake in private tasting sessions at The Tea Room led by in-house tea masters using fresh leaves sourced directly from neighboring Longjing (Dragon Well) plantations. Dining highlights locally caught West Lake fish and hand-folded dim sum in open-air dining pavilions, while the subterranean spa integrates mulberry and green tea extracts into traditional acupressure therapies.