Suzhou, ChinaYangcheng Lake Peninsula
Indigo Suzhou Yangcheng Lake, An Ihg Hotel
Lakeside wetland resort
Yangcheng Lake Peninsula Suzhou, China
Opened
2021
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Resort LocalOutside the door
The house
IHGLakeside wetland resort
Water surrounds the resort on three sides, and the grounds open directly onto protected wetlands and the lake.
What it’s good at
Listed
Lobby boat desks and woven net installations interpret local Jiangnan water traditions.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Rooms are finished in teal tile bathrooms topped by terrazzo vanities, dark wood dividers separating sleeping and living areas, and private balconies that jut out over the shoreline.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Yunshan Lake Park borders the property, opening onto peninsula trails and the surrounding sailing community.
The rooms
Slatted timber screens set apart sitting quarters from bedrooms, while outdoor balconies overlook Yangcheng Lake.
The outdoor pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The outdoor pool stretches along the resort's stone facade, lined with sun loungers facing manicured lakeside lawns.
The spa & gym
Restaurant
Cheng 16
An indoor bonsai tree marks the entrance. Inside, regional Huaiyang specialties and morning buffets surround a boat-shaped bar.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.