Hangzhou Tower Hotel

I planned a four-day cycling trip around Hangzhou and brought my full-sized road bike (not one of those tiny folding bikes). I booked the hotel based on location and price not realizing that the hotel is in the middle of a high-end shopping mall with no dedicated underground parking. Staff was accommodating in allowing me to ride the elevators with my bicycle and to keep the bike in my room in the evenings. Comfortable bed, good sleep, not much noise 17 floors up and I frankly never saw or heard anyone on my floor apart from the cleaning staff. Room was stocked with the usual amenities, some of which were available only at additional charge (like imported bottled water and condoms). Cleanliness was good, linens were fresh, plenty of hot water. Convenient location for shopping -- you're in the middle of a mall, which also includes a basement supermarket, should you prefer to self-cater meals. Bicycle or taxi to the West Lake area in 5-10 minutes.

Staff has difficulty communicating in English. Internet was slow. Lots of buffering when streaming video, for example. Television channels for non-Chinese speakers are less than a dozen. Room carpet appears a bit worn.