Holiday Inn Express Hangzhou East Station by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hangzhou East Station by IHG Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Holiday Inn Express Hangzhou East Station by IHG, you immediately get that familiar Holiday Inn Express vibe — clean, efficient, and surprisingly modern. The lobby’s bright and welcoming, though honestly, what struck me most was how quiet it felt despite being so close to one of Hangzhou‘s busiest transport hubs. The staff at check-in were genuinely helpful, and I mean that — they actually took time to explain the best routes around the city rather than just handing over key cards.

Location That Actually Works

Here’s the thing about this three-star hotel — the location is absolutely spot-on if you’re using Hangzhou as a base for exploring or if you’re catching trains to other cities. You’re literally minutes from Hangzhou East Railway Station, which connects you to Shanghai, Beijing, and pretty much everywhere else worth visiting. What surprised me was how easy it was to get into the city center too — the metro’s right there, and you can be at West Lake in about 20 minutes. Couples seem to really appreciate this setup (they rate the location 9.0, which honestly makes sense when you experience it yourself).

The Room Experience

The room was exactly what you’d expect from Holiday Inn Express, but better maintained than most. Clean lines, comfortable bed, and that signature purple accent wall that somehow doesn’t feel dated here. The air conditioning actually works properly — you know how hit-or-miss that can be in some Chinese hotels. I particularly liked the work desk setup; it’s clearly designed for business travelers but works perfectly if you’re planning day trips or just need space to spread out. The bathroom’s compact but functional, with decent water pressure and toiletries that don’t smell like industrial cleaner.

Breakfast and Practical Perks

The buffet breakfast is honestly better than it needs to be for a three-star property. You get the usual Western options — eggs, bacon, toast — but they also do a solid job with Chinese breakfast items like congee and steamed buns. The coffee’s actually drinkable, which feels like a small miracle sometimes. What really sets this place apart though is the free parking — if you’re driving around Hangzhou or planning road trips to nearby cities, this saves you both money and the headache of finding spots in the city.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this isn’t a destination hotel where you’ll spend your days lounging around the property. But if you want a reliable, well-located base that doesn’t break the budget, it’s hard to beat. The combination of train station proximity, easy city access, and genuine comfort makes it work for pretty much any type of traveler. Business folks love the efficiency, tourists appreciate the transport links, and couples seem drawn to how easy it makes exploring both Hangzhou and the broader region. It’s one of those places that just gets the basics right — and sometimes that’s exactly what you need.

Holiday Inn Express Hangzhou East Station by IHG Accommodations

Reviews of Holiday Inn Express Hangzhou East Station by IHG

• Reasonable price. Friendly staff – Tan from Singapore – 3 September 2025 (10/10)

  The food was good. The staff were friendly and courteous
  
  What could be improved: Too short a stay. Experienced only the good side.

• Exceptional – Sotirios from Greece – 16 August 2025 (10/10)

  A great location, 10 min walk from east train station , with most of them under a massive air condition structure.
  And the breakfast was fantasticly great!

• Superb – Hung from Vietnam – 28 May 2025 (9/10)

  Room super large, clean
  
  What could be improved: Breakfast is poor.

• highly recommended – Jakub from Poland – 9 May 2025 (9/10)

  Excellent location. Within walking distance from Hangzhounan (South) Railway Station, which also has plenty of buses and a subway station, so it is very easy to get anywhere in the city. Shops and restaurants nearby. Friendly staff. Very good breakfast. The room is fine – standard exactly as expected for this price/stars level
  
  What could be improved: bathroom little worn down

• great’ – Thanmaya from Singapore – 13 March 2025 (10/10)

  clean convenient
  
  What could be improved: nil

• It’s a pleasurable stay. – Kwok from Singapore – 8 September 2024 (9/10)

  The staff were very friendly and courteous.
  Hotel is located near Hangzhou East station which is about 10 minutes walk away and amenities are all within reach nearby. It even has a launderette which is a big plus for us travelers.
  
  What could be improved: Nil

• Very comfortable. – Barton from Australia – 15 August 2024 (8/10)

  The breakfast was fantastic.
  The location was good, however when you put into google maps it would come up with another location 10-15minutes walk away. Very comfortable & had USB outlets which was great.
  
  What could be improved: Liked everything – the rooms were good. Very comfortable & had USB outlets which was great.

• Good – Ser from Singapore – 20 July 2024 (10/10)

  The buffet breakfast was nice, I am a vegetarian and can have enough items to choose too

• Pit Stop – Saffakay from South Africa – 11 May 2024 (10/10)

  The hotel is close (15 min walk) to Hangzhou East Railway Station, making it ideal for early morning travellers. The subway is also conveniently located making it easy to get around the city. The area has developed quite a bit to include clothing shops and restaurants nearby.
  
  What could be improved: No problems at all. Happy with my stay.

• Great location close to subway, great food, smiling staffs, free laundry. everything is great. – Joey2436 from Thailand – 5 May 2024 (10/10)

  Location is great on few minutes walk to subway.. Food is way beyond expectations. Many free movies to view in the room. In addition, the staffs are always smiling. Also, laundry is free.
  
  What could be improved: Not at all. Everything is more than perfect for us.

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