Especially handy for business in the Xiaoshan area, this tranquil establishment offers easy access to West Lake and Hangzhou center. For those seeking complete relaxation, the Sofitel Xanadu offers just that in its manicured lawns and swan-inhabited pond. A half-hour trip from the city center, it’s a journey made uncomplicated by a free shuttle bus to and from the West Lake and to the resort’s sister establishment in the downtown shopping district. Sofitel Xanadu includes two restaurants serving Chinese and Western food, two bars, and round the clock room service. The hotel includes a wide range of indoor and outdoor leisure facilities including thalassotherapy and thermal baths.