Suzhou Hotels
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Suzhou is not a typical poster child for the grand experiment with pure, plenary state-run capitalism that has come to define the New China. Yes, the city is home to the controversial China-Singapore Suzhou Industrial Park, High & New Technology Development Zone a.k.a. New District, and a perceptible rise in software engineers and computer science grads. And only in the People’s Republic is a city of more than 4 million people a not so distant satellite of a megalopolis of 23 million. ... Read more »
Proximity to Shanghai surely helps drive interest (and commerce) in Suzhou but the Jiangsu Province gem has a trump card. The “Classical Gardens of Suzhou” is a singular UNESCO World Heritage Site that lures millions of domestic tourists to the city every year. Marco Polo himself was a fan and wrote extensively about Suzhou as a result.
Happily, the sprawl of modern Suzhou has left most of the old city intact. A cluster of handsome pagodas, temples, gardens and canals offer venerable charm amid the urban din and backdrop of concrete, steel and glass.
SUZHOU'S TOP 10
10. Suzhou Silk Museum illustrates why Suzhou was the silk capital of the country. |
5. Suzhou Museum is a museum of Chinese art built by native son starchitect I. M. Pei. |
9. Suzhou Museum of Opera and Theatre traces the history of performance art in the city. |
4. The Retreat and Reflection Garden is one of the most notable gardens in the UNESCO World Heritage roster. |
8. Couple’s Garden is a small under the radar jewel in a pretty precinct of the city. |
3. Cold Mountain (Hanshan) Temple is worthwhile trek outside the city proper. |
7. Twin Pagodas date back to the Song Dynasty. |
2. Yunyan Pagoda tops Tiger Hill close to West Garden Temple and the Garden to Linger In. |
6. Garden of Harmony is a diminutive oasis built in the Qing Dynasty. |
1. Garden of the Master of the Nets compensates for a lack of size with exquisite beauty. |
SUZHOU EVENTS
Kunqu Opera is a flagship cultural staple of Suzhou.
Suzhou Spring Festival is a colourful annual event.
Lantern Festival revives the classical gardens, canals and pagodas of the city to life in February.
Suzhou Bookworm International Literary Festival takes place in March.
Suzhou International Silk Festival takes place in September.
WHEN TO GO
Suzhou has a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. A palpable monsoon influence sometimes hampers summer visitors but overall, average annual rainfall is a respectable 46 in (1,165 mm).
Temperatures in July and August climb to a range of 77°F (25°C) to 89°F (31°C) and let up gradually in late September. Winters feature conditions in the 34°F (1°C) to 52°F (11°C) range.
As is so often the case with humid subtropical China, the most comfortable months to visit Suzhou weather-wise are April, May, October and November.
GETTING AROUND
Most visitors to Suzhou arrive via Shanghai and a minority from Jiangsu capital Nanjing. Shuttle and rail service is affordable and ample from both.
Yangzi river tours stop in Suzhou and often offer the chance to see the city over the course of a day or two.
A decent ensemble of historic monuments and landmarks congregate in a compact area of central Suzhou. Taxi and bus service is abundant and decent but may necessitate some ease with the local language. A new subway system is under construction and will eventually 4 lines and over 100 stops.
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2.5 Stars$28
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123 Changjiang Road New District Suzhou Jiangsu Province 215009
Expect the very best during your stay at the GreenTree Inn Suzhou Amusement Land, which assures you a comfortable acco... More hotel details
$38
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2156 RenMin Road Suzhou 215001
Featuring pleasant ambience and comfortable accommodation, this hotel welcomes you for an unforgettable holiday in Suz... More hotel details
GreenTree Inn Suzhou Wuzhong Road
2.5 Stars$33
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200 North DongWu South Road Suzhou Jiangsu 215128
Creating an ideal atmosphere for a relaxing stay, this property is the right choice of accommodation, while visiting S... More hotel details
$139
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188 Xinghai Street Suzhou Industrial Park, Suzhou CN-215021
Courtyard Suzhou provides upscale accommodation where luxury meets convenience. Known for its spectacular stone bridge... More hotel details
Holiday Inn Youlian Suzhou
3 Stars$75
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99 Jiefang East Road Suzhou 215007
Holiday Inn Youlian Suzhou is situated between Suzhou New & Hi-Tech Development Zone and Wu Zhong Economic District. I... More hotel details
Ibis Suzhou SIP Hotel
3 Stars$36
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92 Cuiyuan Road Xiandai Avenue Industrial Park, Suzhou Jiangsu 215024
Ibis Suzhou SIP Hotel is a modern and centrally situated property that caters to business and leisure travellers atten... More hotel details
Bamboo Grove Hotel Suzhou
4 Stars$67
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168 Zhuhui Road Suzhou 215006
Featuring a fantastic location and offering perfect accommodation along with exceptional value and comfort, the Bamboo... More hotel details
Citadines Suzhou Xinghai
4 Stars$87
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58 Xinghai Street Jiacheng Garden Building 27 Suzhou 215021
Offering comfortable accommodation and quality services, this property is the perfect base for you to reside whether y... More hotel details
FX Hotel Suzhou Guanqian
4 Stars$29
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938 East Ganjiang Road Suzhou 215005
Offering suitable accommodations for business and leisure travellers, FX Hotel Suzhou Guanqian is conveniently set in ... More hotel details
Gloria Plaza Hotel Suzhou
4 Stars$73
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535 East Ganjiang Road Suzhou 215006
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