Amanfayun
Zhejiang
Amanfayun lies in a wooded valley outside central Hangzhou, surrounded by tea fields and a pilgrimage circuit of ancient Buddhist temples. Stone paths connect whitewashed buildings, shaded courtyards and mature trees, creating the atmosphere of a quiet village within reach of West Lake. The accommodation occupies individual dwellings, some more than a century old, with layouts that vary from room to room. Clay-tiled roofs, Jiangnan-style furnishings and courtyard or forest views give the interiors their character. Larger villas add separate living areas and private massage rooms. Dining is woven into the grounds along the Fayun Pathway. Guests can explore different restaurants, pause at the café for bread, cakes and coffee, or arrange a private meal on a terrace or within historic Fayun Place. The spa sits among bamboo, tea bushes and magnolia trees, while cultural activities and nearby temples offer quieter forms of exploration. Amanfayun particularly suits travellers who enjoy walking, tea culture and historic surroundings, with time to appreciate the details of the landscape between visits to Hangzhou's better-known sights.