[2024 Suzhou Stay] Travel Guide for Kimpton Bamboo Grove Suzhou (Updated Dec)
Come to Suzhou and you'll want to live in this city's Peach Blossom Land forever!
Traveling to Suzhou, I did a little research online and booked two nights at the Kimpton Zhuhui Hotel on Zhuhui Road! The butler will contact you in advance!
The hotel is very close to the Master of the Nets Garden, within walking distance, and all the attractions are just a ten-minute drive away. Arriving at the hotel at noon, I found it was in a commercial area, with many restaurants in Huanyu Hui having very nice environments!
From the moment you enter the hotel, you can feel the excellent service attitude. There will be a staff member to help open the car door and carry your luggage. No deposit is required for check-in, and they will help push your luggage to the room. They also upgraded our room. Overall, the hotel's service is good. As for cleanliness, I specifically checked some corners, including whether there were watermarks on the glasses. Everything was very clean, and the bedding was very comfortable. My friends and I fell asleep instantly, haha!
The hotel's breakfast is also very rich, with both Chinese and Western options. My favorite was the buns, which were even better than those outside~
There is also a free social hour, but we didn't experience it because we had plans to go out. However, we really liked the hotel's garden style. In the morning, you can take a walk, have a leisurely breakfast, and experience the slow life of Suzhou~
Mia@234 Wilson
I've been to Suzhou 8 times, and each time I'm amazed by this garden hotel!
A city of Gusu, half of the poetry of Jiangnan I've always liked the garden landscape of Suzhou
This time I went to Suzhou, I didn't expect to live directly in the garden. This Suzhou Jinpudun Bamboo Hui Hotel
Made me feel the special romantic feelings of Suzhou
5 reasons to choose this hotel
1. Living in the garden
The design inspiration of the hotel comes from the typical Suzhou garden and integrates its scenery into the architecture
In the south of the Yangtze River, black tiles and white walls, pavilions, rockeries and green pools, black locust leaves and red maples, red and yellow interspersed, it's simply beautiful. There's really no need to go to the crowded Humble Administrator's Garden
Here you can feel the strong Suzhou garden culture
2. Mobile coffee house
Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 2pm-8pm
In the mobile coffee house, drink special coffee, taste autumn desserts and interact intimately with the hotel's smile ambassador - Kylie. I have to say, Labrador is really healing. It's very obedient, and it cooperates very well with taking pictures. When it smiles, all the troubles disappear
3. Pets are allowed
Friends with furry children, pay attention. This hotel allows pets. When you travel, you no longer have to worry about no one taking care of your furry child. Bring your own furry child and set off for autumn
4. Thoughtful service
The hotel staff will help with luggage and greet warmly. Everyone's face is filled with warm smiles
It made me feel the warmth of home, very comfortable
5. Excellent geographical location
It's only a 20-minute drive from Suzhou Station
Next to it is the Master of the Nets Garden, it's very convenient for eating, drinking and having fun
If I have the chance, I want to experience the charm of other stores
W.ll.
Feel the warmth of winter with your pet in Suzhou!
“Where will our lives go?”
Simple, safe, and warm, is a gift from heaven✨
At the end of the year, I took my dog to stay at the Kimpton Bamboo Grove Suzhou again. I love the autumn courtyard here, and the warm Christmas decorations add a strong atmosphere of love and surprise. Reindeer, Christmas trees, and candlelight... In the warm social time, I accompanied my pet and made new friends. This furry winter is so fresh and alive❤
I must share with all pet lovers: this place is really super pet-friendly! From the moment I checked in, almost every hotel staff member came to say hi with a smile, treating every pet with tolerance and love. The service is really warm and thoughtful.
You can borrow a pet stroller for free when you check in. I also used my unique "thumbs up" method to get the winter limited code 🌟It's Giving🌟 and got a Kylie Princess fridge magnet!
I always stay in the pet-friendly courtyard room, and I saw the beauty of the four seasons in the courtyard maple tree🍂 I was so touched to receive a handwritten welcome letter and a hand-drawn picture for my dog🖼️ Every detail is fresh and interesting💖
Thanks to the reminder from the front desk, we booked the winter limited menu of Dream of the Red Chamber jointly launched by the hotel's Chinese restaurant Zhuquxuan and the Wu Culture Museum in advance. It is so Suzhou-style~ Tasting these creative and restored ancient dishes, it was like traveling through time and space to experience the food in Dream of the Red Chamber written by Mr. Cao Xueqin. The Jiafu soup lamb and ham stewed elbow are super delicious, fresh and fragrant, and a great winter tonic😋
Don't forget to get the limited commemorative ticket for Dream of the Red Chamber~~
This winter warm stay experience at the Kimpton Bamboo Grove Suzhou, which combines cultural texture and design aesthetics, makes me look forward to the new Kimpton hotels opening in Hainan Clearwater Bay and Hong Kong!
As a Kimpton fan, I can't wait! I will definitely go to these places in the future to experience other interesting and fresh lives!
QUINCY KEMP
Kimpton Bamboo Grove Suzhou Hotel
Upon arrival at Kimpton Bamboo Grove Suzhou Hotel, you will be attracted by its unique entrance, which is inspired by the style of the Prince Zhong's Mansion. The quaint and exquisite design creates a strong cultural atmosphere. The lobby is elegantly decorated with a modern touch, perfectly combining Chinese garden design with contemporary art, as if you are in a Jiangnan landscape painting.
Room Experience
The hotel rooms are uniquely designed with white and wood tones as the main colors, combined with Chinese elements and modern facilities to create a warm and comfortable atmosphere. The rooms offer a wide view of the ancient city, and the night view is even more beautiful. The bedding is soft and comfortable, and the mini bar offers a variety of drinks and snacks for free. The room is also equipped with a wireless charging Bluetooth speaker, a handheld steamer, a yoga mat, and other thoughtful amenities, showing the quality in details.
Dining
The hotel's dining experience is unforgettable. The Chinese restaurant Bamboo Pavilion specializes in Suzhou and Huaiyang cuisine, selecting local specialties, with exquisite dishes and authentic flavors that are memorable. The Japanese restaurant KAPPO has only 10 seats and specializes in Japanese chef's kaiseki cuisine, offering diners a unique dining experience. The Bamboo 168 Bar attracts many guests with its unique pavilion shape and modern interior style, where you can enjoy special cocktails and a variety of vintage whiskies, and enjoy the double enjoyment of fine wine and beautiful scenery. In addition, the hotel's breakfast is also very rich, with Chinese and Western options, as well as freshly squeezed juice, coconut water, and more, with high quality.
Recreational Facilities
The hotel offers a wide range of recreational facilities. The indoor heated pool on the B1 floor is crystal clear and equipped with a massage pool, where you can enjoy the courtyard view of the atrium while swimming and feel the charm of the Jiangnan water town. The 24-hour gym is fully equipped, with a yoga room and a multi-functional area to meet different leisure needs.
Service Quality
The hotel's service is impeccable. From the professional and enthusiastic attitude of the front desk staff when checking in, to the attentive butler service during the stay, you will feel the meticulous care. Before check-in, the hotel will contact guests via WeChat to facilitate meeting their various needs at any time, such as sending pillows, ordering meals, etc.
Butler Katherine Kath
Suzhou Kempinski Hotel | I would stay here with my family.
| I would stay here with my family.
I took my family to Suzhou for the weekend. Since it was their first time in Suzhou, I knew exactly what I wanted: a garden hotel in Gusu District. I didn't hesitate to book this hotel. I had stayed at the Kempinski in Samui before and it left a good impression on me. It's a great place to bring your family (especially the elderly).
About the room: It was very clean overall. We stayed on the 3rd floor and it wasn't noisy. The balcony was a great place to relax when the weather was good. In the evening, you could watch the sunset and the small houses in Suzhou.
About the service: I saw a lot of comments saying that the hotel service was bad, but it was actually okay. We checked in an hour late and they gave us two drink coupons that we could use at the bar. I didn't have high expectations for the food, but it was actually really good. The Suzhou noodles were delicious, the wontons were average, the bread and egg tarts were also good, and of course, I had to have a coconut. The latte was better than a lot of other hotels. The hotel pool is on the basement level. It's pretty standard. There were also people who weren't hotel guests there for a class, so it was a bit crowded!
About the hotel overall: The garden was beautiful and they kept the bamboo forest from the previous hotel. It was a novelty for my family to stroll around, but the hotel wasn't very big. After walking around, there wasn't much else to do. The hotel lobby was also small and there weren't many places to sit. Personally, I felt that it didn't have as much of a vacation feel as the hotels in Zhejiang. However, the main reason to stay here is the great location. So if it's your first time in Suzhou and you want to visit the gardens in Gusu District, and you're bringing elderly family members and want to go out without any pressure, Kempinski is definitely the best choice.
William McGregor46
[Suzhou, Jiangsu] Jinpudun Zhuhui.
🏨: Jinpudun Zhuhui, Suzhou
📍Address:
Zhuhui Road, Gusu District, Suzhou, Jiangsu
🏨Hotel Environment:
Jinpudun Zhuhui is hidden in the old city of Suzhou, like a hermit hiding in the hustle and bustle, revealing a low-key hidden in the world. Since its opening, it has been called the well-deserved No.1 in the old city of Gusu by many people in the hotel circle. In Jinpudun, even if you don't go out, you can appreciate the style of Jiangsu Garden and let guests immerse themselves in the life of Suzhou people living next to the water and land, and the river street.
"Design"
The architectural design is done by a well-known design firm in Singapore. The design inspiration comes from Suzhou's traditional culture, combining Suzhou's urban heritage and modern elements. The hotel's architectural door is very unique, drawing on the style of Suzhou's famous ancient building Zhongwang Mansion. The ink and wash Jiangnan flavor is born, and the century-old camphor tree in the hotel is the well-deserved protagonist, surrounded by gray stone steps and white walls and black tiles, quite a bit of the appearance of the hermitage depicted by the ancients.
🛏Room Facilities:
The hotel has 178 guest rooms and suites. The inspiration comes from the leaves with autumn gradient colors. The rich and warm texture fills the room, creating a comfortable holiday atmosphere. The space is mainly white and wood color, presenting the blank space technique and cultural charm of Suzhou traditional architectural courtyard space. The guest rooms are located on the 2nd and 3rd floors. Walk to the window to enjoy the water view and appreciate the beauty of Jiangnan in the details.
Stella.Simmons@47
This Suzhou hotel is amazing! It has a private garden.
Suzhou Jinpudun Zhuhui Hotel, 168 Zhuhui Road, Gusu District, Suzhou
Gusu District is the old city of Suzhou, the oldest district in Suzhou, which is worth exploring and playing slowly. Suzhou Jinpudun was reborn under the glorious history of Zhuhui Hotel. It took 9 years to achieve the first show of the brand in mainland China, and it was full of energy!
Without exaggerated door heads and formations, Suzhou Jinpudun Zhuhui Hotel is like a hermit in the elegant bamboo forest, living deep in the bustling fireworks, with a hidden temperament. In Suzhou Jinpudun Zhuhui Hotel, you can feel the style of Jiangsu Garden even if you don't go out. Walking into the winding alleys of the hotel, you can see the beautiful garden landscape in the hotel, one step at a time.
The first area that comes into view is the cloakroom area of the room and the open bathroom area. After this is the core bedroom area of the room, and finally the outdoor area behind the floor-to-ceiling windows.
JetsetDiaries
Stay in a garden in Suzhou!
Suzhou Kempinski Hotel
No. 168, Zhuhui Road, Gusu District, Suzhou
Suzhou gardens are always a topic that high-end hotels in Suzhou cannot avoid. There is such a luxury garden hotel suitable for travel in Suzhou, located in Gusu District, the first Kempinski in the mainland - "Suzhou Kempinski Hotel".
Its predecessor was the Zhuhui Hotel, which has been brilliant for more than 20 years. It has the first escalator and the first presidential suite in Suzhou. It can be described as a cultural and historical style! The new Suzhou Kempinski Hotel, while being rebuilt on the original site, the hotel name retains the word "Zhuhui", and the hotel landscape replicates the pavilions and mountains in the old Zhuhui Hotel garden, which is representative of Suzhou. In the inheritance, it is new, elegant Suzhou-style garden is the foundation, integrating characteristic local architectural elements and urban cultural symbols, and blending ancient and modern.
It can be said that it is very generous among the same type of hotels, and another highlight of the room is that almost all rooms are equipped with private courtyards or balconies. The overall layout of the room is a very garden courtyard three-in-one design, the cloakroom and open wash area that you enter is the bedroom area, and the balcony area is inside.
Christopher Thompson Finn-51
Stay in a garden when you visit Suzhou! Suzhou Kempinski Hotel.
🍁Suzhou Kempinski Hotel🍁168 Zhuhui Rd, Gusu District, Suzhou
Suzhou gardens are always a hot topic for high-end hotels in Suzhou. There is a luxury garden hotel in Suzhou that is perfect for travel. The first Kempinski hotel in mainland China is located in Gusu District, Suzhou. It is close to popular tourist attractions in Suzhou such as the Master of the Nets Garden, Canglang Pavilion, Panmen, Suzhou Museum, and Shuangta Market...
JaiHindPatriot111
I met a "female star" at the Suzhou Jinpudun Zhuhui Hotel!
Recently, it was the second anniversary of the opening of the Suzhou Jinpudun Zhuhui Hotel. This time I stayed at the hotel and found many changes in the details.
First of all, the resident "female star" Kylie, I could still hold her last year, but I can't hold her this time. In a year, a happy life has turned into a full-fledged meat, but Kylie has become more photogenic and more attractive. Every day from 11 o'clock to 12 o'clock, you can meet her in the hotel lobby. As one of the best pet-friendly hotels in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai, you can often meet various types of naughty and interesting hairy children in the lobby and other public areas, and the healing feeling is bursting.
This time I also unlocked the exclusive water view double bed room that I had not experienced before. The room layout uses a relatively traditional parallel style instead of an open bathtub, and a mobile sliding door is also made at the door. The area is larger, the bathroom is equipped with a double sink and a Dyson hair dryer, and the bathtub is a long strip placed in the shower room.
The hotel's breakfast is better, and many local snacks have been added. The outdoor garden is also denser. In short, it is my favorite Suzhou hotel!
matthias_oliver_dante
Suzhou Kimpton Zhuhui | Stay in a garden hotel in Gusu City
| Stay in a garden hotel in Gusu City. Suzhou Kimpton Zhuhui | Stay in a garden hotel in Gusu City
🏴Suzhou Kimpton Zhuhui Hotel
🏴Suzhou Kimpton Zhuhui Hotel
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Suzhou Kimpton Zhuhui Hotel was formerly the renowned Zhuhui Hotel in the 1990s. Old Suzhou residents are well aware of the glorious past of Zhuhui Hotel, which can be described as 'Half of Suzhou's history in one old Zhuhui.' At Suzhou Kimpton Zhuhui Hotel, you can experience the charm of Jiangsu gardens without stepping outside. Water is the soul of Suzhou, and the hotel uses water as a guide, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the lifestyle of Suzhou people, where water and land coexist, and rivers and streets are adjacent.
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▪️Rooms
The hotel has 178 rooms, 166 of which have outdoor balconies or exclusive garden courtyards. The rooms are designed with the traditional architecture of Suzhou, using white and wood tones as the main colors, creating a luxurious space away from the hustle and bustle of the city with rich and warm textures.
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▪Dining
The hotel's Chinese restaurant 'Zhuxuan' retains the name of the old Zhuhui Hotel. The dishes are based on Suzhou and Huaiyang cuisine, carefully crafted to create dishes and dining experiences with Suzhou characteristics.
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▪️Experience
With a large heated swimming pool and a well-equipped gym, the hotel creates a high-end and vibrant fitness space. The gym equipment is all from the Technogym brand, and the independent yoga room is equipped with Pilates beds and Fiture magic mirrors, providing a rich and complete exercise experience for fitness enthusiasts.
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▪Surroundings
The Master of the Nets Garden is 650 meters from the hotel, a 10-minute walk. This small garden of ten acres hides a beautiful waterside view. Although not as famous as the Humble Administrator's Garden, it is quiet and less crowded, offering an excellent garden experience. The pavilions and buildings in the garden are all built by the water, and the garden's design techniques allow visitors to appreciate the courtyard space, creating a unique world within the small garden.
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📍Choose any designated room type from ¥2388 for 1 room for 2 nights / 2 rooms for 1 night
📍Package: 2 nights + breakfast + 24 solar terms themed postcards + mini bar + morning wake-up and social time + free parking, free indoor heated swimming pool, free gym
JAMISON DENNIS
Kimpton Zhuhui | A Garden Hotel Hidden in the Heart of Suzhou
| A garden hotel hidden in the heart of Suzhou. Located in the core area of the old city of Suzhou, the praise of "quiet in the midst of noise, serene and distant" still seems pale, unable to cover its profound heritage. The site of the hotel was originally the Suzhou Zhuhui Hotel, which opened in 1990. The current hotel was rebuilt on its foundation, and the name "Zhuhui" is derived from the original Zhuhui Hotel.
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🚪｜Rooms
The hotel's 178 rooms are distributed within a main building that is only three stories high. The design of the rooms is inspired by the color-changing leaves during the transition from autumn to winter, creating a warm and emotional space with rich textures and vibrant colors.
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🥘｜Dining
The restaurant uses local Suzhou ingredients to prepare dishes, focusing on seasonal freshness. Not only is the taste authentic, but the presentation is also meticulously crafted, making each dish appear like a piece of art, almost too beautiful to eat. The hotel's breakfast is also served in this restaurant, in a semi à la carte and semi-buffet style.
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📿｜Experience
Whether it's a morning yoga class by the pond or a traditional massage in the spa, you can immerse your body and mind in this tranquil leisure time.
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⛰️｜Surroundings
Located in the old city of Suzhou, surrounded by a 2500-year-old moat, it is quiet amidst the hustle and bustle. It is a 2-minute walk to Nanyuan North Road Subway Station, close to Canglang Pavilion and the Master of the Nets Garden, showcasing the charm of Suzhou gardens.
DOMINIC FOWLER
Su-style Elegance | Kimpton Bamboo Grove Suzhou Hotel
| Kimpton Bamboo Grove Suzhou Hotel.✨ Dear friends, today I must recommend the Kimpton Bamboo Grove Suzhou Hotel to you!😍
📍 Located in the beautiful ancient city of Suzhou, adjacent to classical gardens and bustling commercial areas. The hotel perfectly blends traditional Suzhou architectural style with modern fashion elements. Stepping in feels like walking into a picturesque Jiangnan water town.🌳
🛏 The rooms are spacious and comfortable, with unique designs. From exquisite decorations to high-quality bedding, every detail exudes luxury and elegance. Through the windows, you can enjoy serene courtyard views or cityscapes, bringing a sense of tranquility.💤
🍽 Dining is another highlight. The hotel's restaurant offers a variety of delicious dishes, including authentic Suzhou cuisine, allowing you to savor the delicacy and freshness of Jiangnan; as well as creative international cuisine to satisfy different taste buds.🥂
💃 The public areas of the hotel are also full of surprises. The elegant lobby, tranquil courtyards, and stylish bar, every corner exudes unique charm. Here, you can fully enjoy leisurely moments, take photos, and create beautiful memories.📷
🎈 The service is also attentive and thoughtful. The staff are warm and friendly, always ready to assist you at the first moment, making you feel the warmth of home.💖
🌟 Kimpton Bamboo Grove Suzhou Hotel is not just a place to stay, but an experience of a lifestyle. Here, you can immerse yourself in the elegance and tranquility of Suzhou style, feeling the historical heritage and modern vitality of the ancient city. Come and start an unforgettable journey in Suzhou here!💓
789Nova~Hayes%
Suzhou Kimpton Zhuhui Hotel
Suzhou Kimpton Zhuhui Hotel, an ultra-luxury brand under InterContinental, is located in the heart of Suzhou's ancient city, surrounded by water on three sides; it fully integrates the half-city fireworks and half-city poetry of Suzhou into the hotel environment; it can be described as a contemporary oasis full of ancient Suzhou stories and art.
The architecture is unique, with villa courtyards and garden water features, nestled in lush greenery; winding paths lead to secluded spots with willows swaying; the riverside tea-drinking seats are quite enticing.
The night scenery is unique, with brilliant lights and colorful displays.
The buffet breakfast offers a wide variety of both Chinese and Western dishes, with delicious cuisine and high-end settings; especially the local Suzhou dim sum, which is particularly exquisite.
Above, we present some photos and videos for your enjoyment.
OmShantiMantra555
First Store! Suzhou Kimpton Zhuhui Hotel
Suzhou Kimpton Zhuhui Hotel is the first hotel of the luxury boutique hotel brand Kimpton under the InterContinental Hotels Group in mainland China. The hotel is nestled in the embrace of a 2500-year-old moat, offering tranquility amidst the bustling city. The hotel boasts a prime location, just a hundred meters from Metro Line 5, and a 15-minute walk to the famous Canglang Pavilion and the Master of the Nets Garden. It is also about a 10-minute drive to attractions such as the Suzhou Museum, the Humble Administrator's Garden, and the Lion Grove Garden.
The hotel has a total of 179 rooms, 90% of which are equipped with balconies or courtyards. We booked a Cool Enjoy Balcony Twin Room, which is nearly 50 square meters. Not only can we enjoy the charming scenery through the window, but we can also feel the breath of nature on the private terrace of the room. It is worth mentioning that the bathroom facilities in the room are very advanced, and the toiletries are also excellent, truly living up to the luxurious boutique route!
The hotel's Chinese restaurant, Zhuxuan, specializes in Jiangsu cuisine, but you can also go out to taste more affordable local delicacies. The hotel's breakfast is very sumptuous, with fresh and high-quality ingredients, and the red soup noodles 🍜 are exceptional, showing the hotel's dedication and care.
The hotel also provides butler service, contacting us a day in advance to inform us of relevant matters, which is very considerate!
If you come to Suzhou, if you trust the InterContinental brand, and if you like a good experience, staying at Suzhou Kimpton Zhuhui Hotel 🏨 is definitely worth it!
aglitter_brianna
Suzhou Kimpton
Dissuasion Post
The hotel is located near the old city area of Suzhou, only close to the Global Mall, making it very convenient for tourism and shopping.
1️⃣ The hotel is renovated from the old Zhuhui Hotel, and its scale is relatively small. Although the Suzhou garden style is retained in the design, due to the limitation of space, the public area is relatively small and looks a bit cramped.
2️⃣ The layout of the rooms is also not pleasing. To save space, the washbasin, bathtub, and bedroom are all open, which I can hardly accept this privacy design; the washbasin is very small. Generally, many hotels of this level have double basins, but this one only has one, which is quite stingy.
The rooms on the first floor are courtyard rooms, with a small courtyard outside the room, but the area is very small. Standing in the courtyard, the courtyard wall is within reach, which feels very narrow; so I immediately called to switch to a higher floor. Although there is no courtyard, I can see the scenery in the yard, which feels less depressing.
I don't know if it's because of the main structure of the old building, but the sound insulation in the room is not very good, and the sound in the corridor can be heard clearly.
3️⃣ One of the characteristics of Kimpton is dining, as its name is Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, breakfast and the bar are only used in the hotel, and they perform mediocrely. The breakfast variety is not rich, and the bar is somewhat boring. What's more outrageous is that we brought an eight-year-old girl, and we had to pay for her breakfast, which was already pitifully few in variety, and we had to pay more than two hundred for breakfast, which is really speechless
4️⃣ In terms of service, the hotel is not very satisfactory. Although the brand culture advocates personalized service, the most basic attention to the needs of guests has not been well practiced. No one helps to arrange seats in the breakfast restaurant; checking in can be deadly slow, they say it's due to lack of staff, then wait until there are enough staff before opening for business, letting guests wait from afternoon until dark before the room is cleaned, with a price of more than two thousand, where is not better to stay...
The farewell gift rabbit quality is not bad, I like it very much. 🤷 After leaving the store, the customer manager contacted me to ask about my stay experience. I didn't make a fuss. I made some suggestions, and then she didn't reply to me.
The overall stay experience is too disappointing. I feel that apart from the limitations of space and the building itself, this hotel still has many human-controllable parts, and there is also a lot of room for improvement.
masonthunder
Another reason to love Suzhou
Address:
Suzhou Shantang Street
Admission:
Free
Transportation:
Metro Line 2 Shilu Station
Best Time:
17:00—20:00, the lights turn on around 5:30 pm, red lanterns against the blues, it's really too beautiful!
Sightseeing:
1. Boat tour: 25 yuan/person, highly recommend the night tour!! Witness the romance of Gusu, even more breathtaking in the snow! So beautiful it takes your breath away!!
2. Food: The streets are lined with Suzhou snacks, taste the local cuisine, experience the authentic Jiangnan flavor, especially don't miss the hairy crabs in autumn! There's a cream puff shop with a long queue, don't miss it
3. Suzhou Chamber of Commerce Museum: Explore the ancient Jiangnan merchant culture.
4. Shantang Street Ancient Stage: An old stage with cultural performances on weekends and holidays
5. Suzhou Pingtan: There's a Pingtan house at the dock, performances start on the hour.
Accommodation
Staying in the city center is very convenient, just stayed at the Suzhou Kimpton Bamboo Hotel, which is Kimpton's debut in mainland China under InterContinental, located in the center of the old city, next to the Global Mall, with Shiquan Street nearby; black tiles and white walls, pavilions and water pavilions, classic Suzhou garden style, you can take great photos without leaving the hotel. Rooms come with a courtyard, you can sway in a rocking chair all day.. There are welcome fruits and desserts when you check in, pet-friendly, really suitable for the young generation.
Food
1 Xiyuan Temple: Guanyin noodles, vegetarian buns
2 Pingjiang Road Chicken Feet Alley: Braised chicken feet
3 Peach Blossom Land on Pingjiang Road: Red bean paste balls, sauce pig's trotters
4 Xin Zhen Yuan: Signature shrimp shengjian
5 For crab roe noodles go to Li Bai Crab, for pastries go to Wan Fu Xing, for double-stuffed dumplings go to Jinshui Lou, for dim sum go to Zhu Xin Nian, for Suzhou cuisine go to the wide alley's Tanhua.
Sightseeing Tips
Before the lights are on, it feels like an ordinary historical commercial street, but once they are lit, it suddenly becomes dazzlingly beautiful! So be sure to come to Shantang Street at night!
The night view spot is on 'Tonggui Bridge', standing on the bridge you can't help but exclaim, it really has a 'wealth dazzles the eyes' feeling. It gets very crowded, so go early!
If you want to take a boat tour, you can navigate to the Ancient Stage Dock to buy boat tickets, 45r/person
ScarlettBeaumont593
Encountered the hotel of my life in Suzhou!!
I did a bit of research online for my trip to Suzhou and booked two nights at the Kimpton Bamboo Hotel on Zhuhui Road. The butler will contact you in advance. The hotel is very close to the Master of the Nets Garden, within walking distance, and it's only a ten-minute drive to various attractions. I arrived at the hotel at noon and found it was in a shopping district with many restaurants in the Global Center, all with nice environments.
From the moment I entered the hotel, I could feel the excellent service. A young man would help open the car door and carry the luggage. Check-in did not require a deposit, and they would push your luggage to the room and even upgraded us. Overall, the hotel's service was good. I specifically checked some corners for cleanliness, including whether the glasses had watermarks, and everything was very clean. The bedding was comfortable, and my friends and I fell asleep instantly, haha.
The hotel breakfast was also very rich, with both Chinese and Western options, and a whole section for drinks! Thumbs up! My favorite was the breakfast buns, even better than the ones outside~
There was also a free social hour, which we didn't experience due to our travel plans, but I really liked the garden style of the hotel. In the morning, you can take a walk and slowly enjoy breakfast, experiencing the leisurely life of Suzhou.
Charlotte Rodriguez Charlotte12
The Suzhou hotel is the first of its kind on the mainland to be recommended by Amway!
The hotel retains a number of items from the old Zhuhui Hotel, such as Taihu rocks, pavilions in the water, and so on. The design of the public areas is excellent, offering a view at every step. Both the interior design and the small outdoor gardens are very beautiful, but my favorite area is the courtyard.
Zhuhui has many interesting places, for example, the social hour. During certain times, guests can go to Zhuhui 168 for an afternoon drink, have some snacks, and it must be quite pleasant to enjoy the garden view while sipping on an afternoon beverage.
Kimpton is a brand that places a lot of emphasis on dining. Zhuhui has two restaurants, one serving Suzhou cuisine and the other Japanese cuisine. Due to time constraints, I didn't have the chance to dine there, but the breakfast was excellent and worth getting up early for.
Of course, not everything is praise-worthy. On the day of check-in, the air conditioning was mediocre, and despite several visits, it was not fixed properly. I hope the air conditioning won't be a letdown next time.
Additionally, this is also a pet-friendly hotel.
BRIAN GOLDEN
The only purpose of coming to Suzhou is to stay in a hotel with great value for money!!
Seriously!! I've stayed in the most cost-effective hotel in Suzhou.
At this moment, my fondness for Suzhou hotels goes upup💕
✅Pet-friendly ✅Suzhou-style courtyard ✅Couple's bathtub
Hidden in the old city area of Suzhou, a Suzhou-style garden hotel!! Really fell in love with it😭
1️⃣The hotel that allows you to bring your pet, Hachikimi🐈🐶, has prepared brand new dog beds, dog bowls, disposable gloves, and even pet strollers! The staff are also very friendly to dogs, such a humane touch really makes the fondness go upup
2️⃣The rooms are large, with balconies, and the ecological environment is superb, with birds chirping at the window every day🐦 The in-room amenities include Dyson hairdryers, capsule coffee machines, Washlets, a free mini-bar, complimentary fruit plates, and more! The bedding and mattresses are also very comfortable~ The room faces the Suzhou moat🌊 with a broad view, giving a real sense of the local life of Suzhou🍃
3️⃣The hotel is located in the ancient city area within the moat, very close to the Master of the Nets Garden. It's less than a 10-minute walk through the alleys. If you're not in a hurry, you can stroll from Pingjiang Road all the way south to the hotel, which is just the right walking intensity~ There's also a subway station nearby, so it's quite convenient even without a car🚇
🚗Distances to hotel attractions:
Humble Administrator's Garden, Lion Grove Garden, Suzhou Museum - 3 kilometers
Lingering Garden, Shantang Street - 4 kilometers
Guanqian Street, Suzhou University, Pingjiang Road - about 2 kilometers
Dasia Runolfsson MD
Suzhou Kimpton Zhuhui | A Severely Underrated Urban Resort Hotel |||
| A Severely Underrated Urban Resort Hotel |||. Suzhou Kimpton Zhuhui | A Severely Underrated Urban Resort Hotel ||| The Suzhou Kimpton Hotel is located within the newly built Zhonghai Huan Yu Hui pedestrian street, featuring Suzhou garden style that complements the surrounding environment, offering a picturesque view at every step. Both the interior of the hotel and the Huan Yu Hui pedestrian street are incredibly beautiful, making shopping, coffee drinking, and dining very convenient. Many people say the hotel is rather small, but the pedestrian street is right outside the door.
1328rmb for the Cool Corner Balcony Room with breakfast for two, free minibar, and an evening happy hour from 5-6 pm with complimentary drinks and snacks.
The rooms are modern, exquisite, and well-designed. The hand-carried toiletry bag and room card are very cute.
After staying in so many hotels, I've realized that the surrounding environment of the hotel is also very important. If the surroundings are pleasant, it greatly relaxes the mood.
Suzhou Kimpton Zhuhui Kimpton ||| The hotel opened in 2022, formerly known as Suzhou Zhuhui Hotel. After the renovation along with Huan Yu Hui, it became the current Kimpton Zhuhui, which is currently the only Kimpton hotel on the mainland. The staff are responsive upon check-in, with concierge immediately approaching to inquire and guide any arriving guests.
The overall space design is more outstanding indoors, whether it's the design elements or the construction details, which are of above-average standard. The lobby, constrained by the original building space, has a small check-in area, but the space is well managed to appear small yet refined;
JAYDE ELLIS
Kempinski Hotel Bamboo Brilliance Suzhou | The rebirth of the old Bamboo Brilliance Hotel
| The rebirth of the old Bamboo Brilliance Hotel. Kempinski Hotel Bamboo Brilliance Suzhou | The rebirth of the old Bamboo Brilliance Hotel.
"A single Bamboo Brilliance, half the history of Suzhou's hotels," located on the ancient Bamboo Brilliance Road, Suzhou Bamboo Brilliance Hotel is the first four-star hotel in Suzhou operated by foreign investment. The hotel opened in 1990 and, with its unique architectural style and advanced facilities, attracted countless guests from home and abroad. It is a high-end business card in the hearts of Suzhou people and also carries many beautiful memories of the old Suzhou residents.
With the development of the city and changes in the urban layout, as well as its own reasons, Bamboo Brilliance Hotel closed in 2013 and was once idle as a parking lot. At the end of 2013, COFCO Real Estate acquired Bamboo Brilliance Hotel, and the reconstruction plan of Bamboo Brilliance Hotel was restarted in 2016. The reconstruction project of COFCO Bamboo Brilliance Hotel, with a total investment of about 857 million yuan, has three floors above ground and one underground, with a total construction area of about 61,000 square meters. The north side is the hotel, and the south side is commercial. The reconstruction not only filled the gap of top hotels in Gusu District but also continued the memory of Suzhou people for the old Bamboo Brilliance.
-Kempinski Hotel Bamboo Brilliance Suzhou was created by the internationally renowned design firms SCDA and HBA. It has the charm of Suzhou gardens and is rich in modern fashion, with a total of 179 guest rooms and suites, and the fitness center and swimming pool are located on the B1 floor of the hotel.
"When you come to Gusu, you see every household resting by the river," In order to give guests a better immersive experience of authentic Suzhou life, Kempinski Hotel Suzhou focuses on the inheritance and integration of culture, continuing the urban context and characteristic landscapes, recreating the old Suzhou street space, integrating ancient and modern design in the facade, and strengthening the overall design of the hotel and the environment. The hotel continues the architectural form of the original Bamboo Brilliance Hotel and implants characteristic landscapes such as Taihu stones and lake pavilions with Bamboo Brilliance elements, allowing the memories of the old Bamboo Brilliance Hotel to shine again.
In the past, Suzhou people in Bamboo Brilliance Hotel entertained, listened to music, walked birds, gathered, met, drank tea, and enjoyed the scenery. Today's new Bamboo Brilliance transforms these past life scenes into experiential nodes, incorporating the new 'Bamboo Brilliance Life' with a more life-experience feel, and through the creation of 'Eight Views of Bamboo Brilliance,' every guest who comes here feels the romance and tenderness of the ancient city of Suzhou.
Suzhou, beautiful and solemn, gentle and bold, every step is a miracle. Kempinski Hotel Bamboo Brilliance Suzhou also welcomes its rebirth with the historical and cultural imprint of Bamboo Brilliance Hotel.
CHARLEE STRICKLAND
Kimpton Bamboo Hotel in Suzhou is not a pet-friendly hotel for every establishment
Kimpton Bamboo Hotel in Suzhou
🏡Hotel Name: Kimpton Bamboo Hotel in Suzhou
📍Location: No. 168 Zhuhui Road, Gusu District, Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province
🌟Highlights: Suzhou garden architecture, courtyard landscape, modern design, pet-friendly hotel
✨Design·Leading with design, luxurious without arrogance
♥The interior design of the hotel is crafted by the internationally renowned design firm SCDA, drawing inspiration from the World Heritage-listed Suzhou gardens and the characteristics of the canals, integrating Suzhou architectural elements and old Zhuhui elements into the hotel's interior design, creating a trendy and comfortable travel experience for you.
🛌KIMPTON Guest Rooms
♥The hotel has 179 guest rooms, including pet-friendly suites, so those with pets can stay with peace of mind! The interior design of the guest rooms is inspired by the leaves of autumn, creating a comfortable space away from the hustle and bustle of the city through a combination of warm tones and textured layers.
♥The 24-hour fitness center is equipped with advanced and comprehensive training equipment and Pilates equipment, and the hotel's indoor heated swimming pool is connected to the courtyard landscape of the atrium, allowing guests to enjoy the charm of the Jiangnan water towns while relaxing and exercising.
🥙KIMPTON Specialty Dining
The hotel has two specialty restaurants and a bar. The Chinese restaurant Zhuxi Xuan selects local ingredients from Suzhou and its surroundings to present innovative Su-style and Huaiyang cuisine to guests.
🌱The Japanese restaurant KAPPO focuses on Japanese chef's kappo cuisine (OMAKASE), aiming to provide guests with fresh seasonal luxury ingredients, emphasizing the interaction between diners and the chefs who are cooking.
🥂|Bar - Zhuhui 168, with an exterior design full of Suzhou architectural style, where you can enjoy themed afternoon tea, special cocktails, a variety of vintage whiskies, and more on the indoor or outdoor terrace.
📍LOCATION
🌈The hotel is located in the old city area of Suzhou, just 50 meters from the Nanyuan North Road Station on Subway Line 5, within walking distance to the famous Suzhou gardens Canglang Pavilion and the classical landscape residence Master of the Nets Garden, and about a 10-minute drive to the historical street Pingjiang Road, Shantang Street, the Suzhou Museum designed by the modern architectural master I. M. Pei, the Humble Administrator's Garden, and the Lion Grove Garden
CuriosityCircuit
Impressions from Staying at the Kempinski Hotel Suzhou
The Kempinski Hotel Suzhou is a distinctive luxury hotel located in the old city area of Suzhou, designed with the style of Suzhou's classical gardens and water features. After staying for two nights, I had a pretty good experience! I must say, the hotel's antique architectural style made me feel as if I was in the midst of the landscapes of the Jiangnan region, with a sense of serene detachment. The hotel's restaurant also had a decent taste, and as a foodie, I consider myself quite fortunate.
Penelope.Rivera.67
I've been to Suzhou 10 times, and each time I'm amazed by this garden hotel!
I've been to Suzhou 10 times, and each time I'm amazed by this garden hotel!
A city of Gusu, a half of Jiangnan poetry.
I've always loved the garden landscapes of Suzhou.
This time in Suzhou, I didn't expect to live right in a garden.
This Kempinski Hotel Bamboo Glow Suzhou
made me feel the special romantic charm of Suzhou.
5 Reasons for Choosing This Hotel
1 Living in a garden
The hotel's design is inspired by the typical Suzhou gardens
integrating the scenery into the architecture.
In the land of Jiangnan, with black tiles and white walls, pavilions, towers, artificial hills, green ponds, Chinese tallow leaves and red maples, the red and yellow intermingling, it's simply too beautiful for words. There's really no need to squeeze through the crowds at the Humble Administrator's Garden.
Here, you can experience the rich culture of Suzhou-style gardens.
Mobile Coffee House
Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 2pm-8pm
At the mobile coffee house, drink specially crafted coffee, enjoy desserts and have close interactions with the hotel's smiling ambassadors.
I must say, the Labrador is really healing, very well-behaved,
and especially cooperative when taking photos.
When it smiles, all worries seem to disappear.
3 Pet-friendly
Attention to friends with furry children, this hotel allows pets.
When traveling, no more worries about who will take care of your furry children. Bring your own pets and set off into the autumn days together.
4 Thoughtful service
The hotel staff will help with luggage and greet warmly. Everyone's face is brimming with a warm smile.
It made me feel the kindness of coming home, very comfortable.
5 Excellent location
Only a 20-minute drive from Suzhou Station.
Next to it is the Master of the Nets Garden, making dining, drinking, and entertainment very convenient.
PathfindingParables
Suzhou Hotel | Kimpton Bamboo Hotel
It's really convenient to travel in the old city of Gusu
Close to the Nanyuan Beilu subway station exit 3
I like the design of the hotel's Suzhou-style garden water feature
Pavilions, rockeries, and flowing water are full of the charm of the Jiangnan area
The official package included a two-night stay
Enjoyed an upgraded courtyard view with the Cool Balcony Room
The room is quite big but there's not much of a view on the first floor
Bath products are by MALIN+GOETZ
Includes a free mini bar and riverside bonfire tea cooking
The buffet breakfast is also good with a rich selection
Suzhou-style soup noodles and even a whole coconut
Didn't experience the morning wake-up and social hour
The service is also okay, overall quite satisfied with the stay～
KARSON ROMERO
Pet-friendly Kimpton in Suzhou!
In the old town of Suzhou, the former Zhuhui Hotel has been upgraded to the Kimpton Hotel under the InterContinental brand, nestled like a dazzling jewel in the embrace of the ancient city, exuding a tranquil and far-reaching Suzhou garden atmosphere.
The once glittering Zhuhui Hotel seems to still retain the fame of the 'rice circle white horse prince' from the 90s, reminding people of the glorious past. Today, the Kimpton Hotel inherits the excellent traditions of the Zhuhui Hotel, blending contemporary design techniques with garden aesthetics. From a distance, it looks as if the essence of Suzhou gardens is displayed here. Red walls, grey tiles, swaying bamboo, stepping into it is like traveling through time and space, finding oneself in a serene and peaceful realm.
Entering the hotel lobby, the loft-style architecture allows the setting sun to cast mottled light and shadow through the eaves, outlining a dreamy landscape. The space reveals a dynamic beauty marked by light and shadow, as if the stars in the sky are shining here. The hotel not only offers accommodation experiences but is also a social space that is inclusive, 'enjoyable, explorable, and livable,' with every inch of land holding a different significance.
Bamboo, as the core element of the hotel, interprets the atmosphere of 'no bamboo, no dwelling' to the extreme, making one feel as if they are in a sea of bamboo, experiencing the tranquility and composure. In this warm and vibrant environment, Kaylie, the adorable Labrador hotel pet, has also become an important character for interacting with guests and sharing happiness.
FreeSpiritSojourn
A conveniently located garden-style high-quality hotel in Suzhou
🏨 Kimpton Bamboo Hotel Suzhou
❤Recommended reason:
It's not easy to find such a tranquil hotel that blends in with the white walls and black tiles, and garden-style layout in the bustling main urban area.
The location of the hotel is also very convenient, it only takes about ten minutes by taxi to the nearby scenic spots, and there is rail transit right next to the hotel.
🌟Highlights:
The hotel itself is a small garden, in the tourist-packed Suzhou, if you don't want to throw yourself into the crowd, why not take a solitary walk in the small garden.
Walking on the bluestone pavement, accompanied by the babbling water, taking a break in the pavilion, immersing your tired body and mind for a garden spa experience.
🛏Room facilities:
When you enter the room with your luggage, the fatigue of the journey is instantly relieved. The warm room layout, comfortable sofa, and round chair, you just want to lie down lazily and collapse indulgently.
The hotel service is very warm and thoughtful, first of all, the hotel is pet-friendly, but only for dogs and cats.
🍽Dining recommendation:
The hotel provides a social hour service from 5 pm to 6 pm every day, preparing a variety of alcoholic drinks and special cocktails for guests. Morning wake-up service is provided from 10 am to 11 am, highlighting a personal touch.
The hotel's breakfast is also praiseworthy, with various Western-style breads that really taste the best among the hotels I've been to, and of course, traditional Suzhou pastries are not to be missed.
Pure fruit juices and vegetable drinks are very fresh and healthy, and there's also my favorite coconut. Dairy products are also rich, thoughtfully prepared with oat milk. The main food also includes Suzhou's wonton noodles.
📝Note tips: However, I personally suggest saving your stomach for the Western-style bread.
👍Most recommended:
The hotel rooms, lobby, and courtyard are all very photogenic, very suitable for girls to take pictures. At the same time, the hotel is located in a very artistic small business district, shopping, taking pictures, and drinking coffee are all very convenient!
EmilyDonovan94
Experience the bamboo culture of Jiangnan in Suzhou on a spring day
In the old city area of Suzhou, the once brilliant Zhuhui Hotel has now transformed into the Kimpton Hotel, exuding a tranquil and far-reaching atmosphere of Suzhou gardens.
The predecessor was the old Zhuhui Hotel, which opened in 1990. In the 1990s, Zhuhui was known as the 'White Horse Prince of the Dining Circle', and dining there was a matter of prestige.
The hotel inherits the historical heritage of the Zhuhui Hotel, drawing inspiration from its past glory and infusing modernity and garden aesthetics. From a distance, one can feel the essence of Suzhou garden design. With whitewashed walls, black tiles, and swaying bamboo shadows, it's like stepping into a painting.
Entering the hotel's loft-style lobby allows sunlight to filter through the eaves and corridors, casting a mottled light and shadow that outlines a dreamlike beauty, with the space becoming lively through the interplay of light and shadow.
'Admirable, explorable, and livable' is the unique characteristic of the Kimpton Hotel. Bamboo, as the core element of the hotel, fully embodies the concept of 'no bamboo, no dwelling'. It feels as if one is in the midst of a bamboo forest, experiencing a leisurely and comfortable atmosphere, finding a haven for the soul.
The hotel is also pet-friendly, and its pet Kaylie, a Labrador, seems to have integrated the 'bamboo' trait, being gentle and humble.
DesignDreams
The Kimpton Bamboo Hotel in Suzhou is a garden hotel that enjoys the spring scenery of Gusu
As a representative of the high-end lifestyle of the InterContinental Hotels Group, the Kimpton Hotel series is renowned in the hotel industry for its pioneering status as a boutique hotel. In 2015, the Kimpton brand officially became part of the InterContinental Hotels Group. The Suzhou Kimpton Bamboo Hotel is located in the center of the Gusu old town district, surrounded by historical sites, including the Master of the Nets Garden and Shiquan Street, which are within walking distance, while Guanqian Street, Pingjiang Road, Suzhou Museum, and the Humble Administrator's Garden, and other famous attractions are only a ten-minute drive away.
The predecessor of the Bamboo Hotel was the Suzhou Bamboo Hotel, which opened in 1990 and has been completely rebuilt to its current state. However, the name 'Bamboo' is a commemoration and continuation of the old site. In terms of design, the hotel skillfully integrates the characteristics of 'viewing, touring, and residing' of Suzhou gardens with modern urban elements to create a garden-style modern hotel full of natural scenery.
Bamboo Xuan, the hotel's Chinese restaurant, is an excellent choice for tasting authentic Suzhou cuisine. The restaurant insists on using local ingredients, emphasizing seasonality and freshness, and not only is the taste authentic, but the presentation is also meticulously designed, making each dish like a work of art. In addition, the Bamboo 168 Bar, located by the water, is a great place to relax after dinner. Every day from 14:00 to 17:00, it also offers a variety of afternoon teas with themes that change with the seasons.