Budget travelers will be moved to tears—this affordable hotel is a must-stay in Hangzhou!

A trendy hideout in Hangzhou's old town! Hotel Indigo absolutely nailed it this time. After staying at countless hotels in Hangzhou, I was completely won over by Hotel Indigo Shangcheng! Tucked away in an old alley, this hotel perfectly blends the city's local charm with modern flair, earning a permanent spot on my "must-stay in Hangzhou" list. 🏮 Step into the stories of old Hangzhou The hotel's location is genius! Nestled between Hefang Street and the Imperial Street of Southern Song Dynasty, stepping through its doors feels like entering another world—celadon ornaments and wooden lattice windows in the lobby, black-and-white photos of old Hangzhou in the corridors, even elevator buttons designed like vintage street signs. Every step feels like wandering through a "living Hangzhou museum." 🛏️ Little joys of Hangzhou hidden in the room Our river-view room was stunning! The window opened to a view of old alleys with gray-tiled roofs and white walls, with the upturned eaves of Chenghuang Pavilion visible in the distance. The room's design mixes modern and Jiangnan styles, bedding subtly patterned with the Ten Scenes of West Lake, and a delicate Longjing tea-scented diffuser by the bathroom mirror. Even showering was accompanied by a faint tea fragrance—detail lovers will adore it! 🍴 Breakfast that captures Hangzhou's soul Don’t miss the breakfast! Beyond the usual options, they serve freshly made Dingsheng cakes and "cat's ear" noodles, paired with Longjing soy milk—each bite is pure magic. The window seats offer views of the morning alley scenes, sunlight spilling onto the table. A leisurely breakfast here feels more authentically Hangzhou than rushing to tourist spots. 🚶‍♀️ Step right into the hotspots Just a 5-minute walk to Hefang Street for scallion pancakes, 10 minutes to the Imperial Street of Southern Song Dynasty for vintage photos, and a 20-minute bus ride to West Lake—no need to fight for parking. At night, grab some candied chestnuts from the alley near the hotel and stroll like a local. Now that’s the right way to travel! Want to experience the perfect collision of "old-world charm" and "new-world cool" in Hangzhou? Hotel Indigo is the way to go!