Alila Wuzhen - A Serene Water Town Labyrinth
by EvelynReynoldss
Jul 14, 2025
A must-stay hidden gem in Wuzhen! Alila Wuzhen is breathtakingly beautiful 💯
🌟 Nestled in a water village just 3km from Tongxiang's West Scenic Area, Alila Wuzhen offers a 10-minute drive to the attractions while maintaining a secluded, otherworldly charm. The hotel perfectly blends traditional water town architecture with modern design, creating poetic scenes straight out of an ink painting.
📍 Location & Transportation:
- 3km from Wuzhen West Scenic Area
- 1.5-hour drive from Shanghai
- 20-minute drive from Tongxiang High-Speed Rail Station
- 1-hour drive from Hangzhou
🌿 Hotel Highlights:
1. All 157 rooms are private courtyard villas with water views - authentic waterside living
2. Expansive infinity pool facing classic white-walled, black-tiled water town scenery
3. All-inclusive local experiences: breakfast on traditional boats, indigo dye workshops, tea ceremonies
4. Award-winning sunset bar and monthly Kunqu opera performances at the "Water Theater"
📸 Must-Capture Spots:
- "Moon in Water" installation art in the lobby
- Reflective pool at the restaurant terrace
- Light and shadow play in the corridors at sunset
- Morning mist views from your private waterside balcony
🍜 Local Delicacies:
Don't miss Alila's "Water Town Feast" featuring chef's specialties like Wuzhen soy-braised duck, clearwater fish, and osmanthus-glutinous rice lotus root. Opt for breakfast served on traditional boats for ultimate Jiangnan charm!
💡 Tips:
- Stay at least 2 nights to fully experience the water town's slow living
- Better value during off-season (Nov-Mar)
- Book Hanfu photoshoots with the hotel's professional photographers
- Don't forget to buy house-made Wuzhen pickles as souvenirs
Nearby Activities:
🚣♀️ 10-minute walk to local silk workshops
🚗 10-minute drive to Mu Xin Art Museum
🚴 Explore surrounding authentic water villages with complimentary hotel bikes
No wonder it's considered the most worthwhile luxury retreat in Jiangnan - one visit will leave you longing for more! Book at least 1 month in advance~
Post by EvelynReynoldss | Jul 14, 2025













