Wuzhen really impressed me with its service and attention to detail.

Walking through the bustling Wuzhen Xizha Scenic Area, along the bluestone road 🚶 for about five minutes, you will see the Yiyuan Boutique Hotel 🏨 nestled among the green trees. The hotel gate 🚪 is not conspicuous, but it has a unique charm. The words "Yiyuan" are hung above the simple Shikumen gate, as if telling the historical story 📝 of this century-old house. . 🏡｜Yiyuan Boutique Hotel, Wuzhen 📍｜No. 1 Wu Jiangjun Road, Xizha Scenic Area, Tongxiang . [Design] Pushing open the heavy wooden door, what catches your eye is a delicate courtyard 🏡, with rockeries ⛰️, flowing water, and lush 🪴 greenery, as if instantly isolating you from the hustle and bustle of the outside world, making you feel relaxed and happy. In the center of the courtyard is an antique pavilion with several rattan chairs 🪑 for guests to rest and enjoy the scenery. . [Room] The room is located on the second floor. Opening the window 🪟, you can see the slowly flowing river 💦 and the scattered houses on the other side of the river, like a traditional Chinese painting 🖼️ slowly unfolding in front of you. The interior decoration ⚒️ of the room is simple and elegant, and the wooden furniture is matched with plain-colored fabrics to create a warm and comfortable living atmosphere. The room is also equipped with modern facilities, including air conditioning, TV, and mini bar, to meet various needs of guests. . [Experience] * In the morning, open the window 🪟, breathe the fresh air, watch the awninged boats 🛶 slowly passing on the river, and feel the tranquility and beauty of the Jiangnan water town. * In the afternoon, make a pot of Longjing tea 🍵 in the courtyard, hold a book, and quietly enjoy the afternoon sun ☀️. * In the evening, stroll 🚶 along the bluestone roads around the hotel and feel the unique charm of the ancient water town. * At night, lie on the comfortable bed 🛏️, listen to the sound of the flowing water 💦 outside the window, and feel the gentleness and romance of the Jiangnan water town. . [Entertainment] * Tea tasting: There are some tea houses nearby that offer various famous teas from Jiangnan 🫖. You can learn tea art and taste the tea here. * Listening to Pingtan: Make a reservation for a Pingtan 🎹 performance, where you can enjoy traditional Jiangnan Quyi and feel the charm of Jiangnan culture. * Boat trip: Book a Wupeng boat 🛶, you can take a Wupeng boat to visit the Wuzhen water town scenery. . [Food] * White fish: Wuzhen white fish is a local specialty with tender meat and delicious taste. * Braised lamb: Wuzhen braised lamb is made of local high-quality lamb, carefully cooked, the meat is crispy and delicious. * Dingsheng cake: Dingsheng cake is a traditional Wuzhen pastry, meaning auspiciousness, soft and glutinous, sweet and delicious. . [Surrounding] * Wuzhen Xizha Scenic Area: Wuzhen Xizha Scenic Area is the most representative scenic spot in Wuzhen, with many well-preserved ancient buildings of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, which is worth a visit. * Dongzha Scenic Area: Dongzha Scenic Area is another major scenic spot in Wuzhen. Compared with Xizha Scenic Area, it is more primitive and can feel a stronger Jiangnan water town style. * Former Residence of Mao Dun: The Former Residence of Mao Dun is located in the Dongzha Scenic Area of Wuzhen. It is the former residence of the famous writer Mao Dun and is worth a visit.