1-hr drive from Hangzhou! Discover a hidden gem of a small city!
Who says there are no undiscovered attractions in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai? I stumbled upon Shangyu, Shaoxing, a treasure of a small city that not only boasts a Marriott "ceiling," but is also surrounded by the Fuqi Mountain's thousand acres of terraced fields and rapeseed flower sea (in full bloom from March to April!), plus many more niche attractions. Set off for a weekend, a two-day, one-night trip is just right. Fewer people, beautiful scenery, go now!
🏨 Shaoxing Shangyu Marriott Hotel, an underrated "Marriott ceiling"
The owner spent 650 million RMB to build this Marriott, and the hardware configuration can be listed as JW Marriott on the spot! I've personally tested it, and it's no exaggeration!
▫️ Panoramic floor-to-ceiling window guest rooms, where you can lie down and enjoy the Cao'e River view (🌊 Shangyu's mother river)
▫️ Executive rooms are a must! The executive lounge offers all-day fruit, snacks + tipsy time in the evening, full of value
▫️ Internet-famous bar + outdoor terrace, perfect for photo ops
▫️ 24-hr fitness center + heated swimming pool + sauna, instantly recover after a long day of sightseeing
▫️ Fifth floor SPA, skilled techniques, complete relaxation of body and mind
🍽️ Taste bud explosion! Two restaurants are simply divine
1️⃣ Wanhao Chinese Restaurant | Eat spring in your stomach
The spring menu, co-created with the Michelin restaurant of Linping Renaissance, amazes the taste buds:
• Soft-boiled egg caviar bean puree: a spring overture-like opening
• Nver Hong Drunken Mantis Shrimp: the soul taste of Shaoxing people
• Fish Maw Yan Du Xian: a mellow fragrance that is so fresh it makes you want to lose your eyebrows
Finally, it ends with "Spring Soft Pocket Braised Rice," which is full of the tenderness of spring in Jiangnan.
From mountain wild vegetables to river and lake delicacies, each dish is a gift of the season 🌱 This meal, I understood spring!
2️⃣ Xianxun Japanese Cuisine | Omakase full of ritual
Sitting in front of the counter watching the chef make it now 🍣:
▪️ Yuzu vinegar frozen tiger prawns, sweet and sour appetizer
▪️ Bluefin tuna, the fat is exploding
▪️ The "reticulated melon" in the final dessert is actually delivered directly from Shizuoka!
🚗 Nearby play recommendations
▫️Fuqi Mountain Terraces (1-hr drive): The sea of rapeseed flowers from March to April is like a golden wave, super shocking!
▫️China Xiaode Park (10 min): Ancient style architecture + cherry blossom forest, perfect for Hanfu photos
▫️Cao'e River Greenway: You can take a walk next to the hotel, a beautiful view hidden by the locals
If you don't want to rush to the scenic spots, a weekend staycation in this Marriott is also an excellent choice!
💡 Lazy Tips
✔️ 1-hr drive from Hangzhou, 10-min taxi ride from "Shaoxing East Station" by high-speed train
✔️ It is recommended to combine the executive room + Japanese Omakase for a doubled experience
✔️ Go now! You can check in the sea of flowers + spring limited menu at the same time