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Hangzhou Luxury: Four Seasons Hotel & West Lake

The side of China you don’t see… LUXURY $750 Hotel 🇨🇳 | Hangzhou, Zhejiang Vlog 2024

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The side of China you don’t see… LUXURY $750 Hotel 🇨🇳 | Hangzhou, Zhejiang Vlog 2024
Pat & Giulia17 min

The side of China you don’t see… LUXURY $750. This was filmed by Pat & Giulia. Watch the full journey and explore the filming details and destinations on this page.

We get to experience the super rich side of China...Many vloggers only experience the budget side of China or spend $100 a night, this hotel is $750 a night. This is the Four Seasons in Hangzhou China alongside the UNESCO World Heritage site the West Lake, come experience the super rich and luxury side of China.

We decided to go travelling and ended up living getting stuck in Malaysia during 2020 which spurred the creation of this channel, we're now back on the road after a lengthy hiatus! We're travel enthusiasts who enjoy discovering spots off the tourist trail and don’t like taking ourselves too seriously.

--- Pat & Giulia
November 21, 2024, Autumn in China

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Pat and Giulia's Hangzhou visit offers a look at high-end hospitality alongside West Lake. They tour the Four Seasons Hotel, spend time in its landscaped gardens and lobby lounge, sample a selection of teas and pastries at afternoon tea, and take a boat onto the lake. Their route also includes a Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant and a look at how the hotel adjusts its floral displays with the seasons. They discuss Chinese wine culture and share their experience with travel insurance.

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The side of China you don’t see… LUXURY $750 Hotel 🇨🇳 | Hangzhou, Zhejiang Vlog 2024

A stay beside West Lake

Pat and Giulia visit the Four Seasons Hotel in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, for a view of luxury travel in China. The hotel sits beside West Lake, a UNESCO World Heritage site. They begin by looking at the hotel's architecture and design, then walk through the landscaped grounds. The gardens are carefully maintained and provide a quiet contrast to the city beyond the property. From the lobby lounge, they take in the lake view and talk with the hotel's e-commerce manager about design details and seasonal changes to the floral arrangements.

Their room tour gives them a closer look at the accommodations. Pat and Giulia describe the private rooms as a particularly impressive part of the experience. They also visit the hotel's restaurants, including a Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant. A boat ride on West Lake gives them another perspective on the setting and the hotel beside it.

Tea, dining and travel details

Afternoon tea is one of their main stops. They sample a range of teas and pastries, including delicate items with unusual flavor combinations. Rather than presenting the stay as a typical budget trip, they focus on the service and dining that come with this hotel experience. The gardens, lounge, lake and restaurant make up the main parts of their tour.

The vlog also touches on Chinese wine culture. Pat and Giulia note a shift from mostly domestic wines toward wider interest in international imports. Near the end, they discuss Safety Wing travel insurance and their positive experience with its responsive customer service. The episode combines practical travel considerations with a detailed look at one hotel. For someone comparing places to stay in Hangzhou, their account describes the grounds, afternoon tea, lake access, room and dining options without suggesting that every traveler needs the same level of luxury. Their impressions remain tied to this Four Seasons visit and the activities they chose during their stay.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: What did Pat and Giulia think was the most luxurious part of the hotel?
A: They said the whole experience was excellent, and singled out the private rooms as a particularly impressive part of their stay.
Q: How did they describe the hotel gardens?
A: They found the gardens grand and extensive, and said walking through them felt like being in a museum.
Q: What can guests do during afternoon tea at the hotel?
A: Pat and Giulia sampled a variety of teas and pastries in the lobby lounge, which also has a view of West Lake.

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Experience the opulent side of China with Pat & Giulia as they explore the Four Seasons Hotel in Hangzhou, a luxurious escape costing $750 per night. Nestled near the UNESCO World Heritage site of West Lake, this vlog offers a glimpse into China's high-end travel scene, far from the budget backpacking experiences often portrayed. Join them as they unveil the opulence and tranquility of this unique location, showcasing a side of China rarely seen.

Attractions in this video: West Lake