Garden Hotel

I had stayed at the Garden Hotel on my first trip to Suzhou many years ago. On my regular trips over the years, I stayed in another hotel selected by Suzhou locals. As I was unable to book my previous hotel, I was happy to return to The Garden as I was sure my Chinese born wife would enjoy it along with the wonderful city of Suzhou. The hotel was very comfortable with lovely garden surrounds but does show its age. Staff and related service were excellent. I was somewhat disappointed that little effort was made to cater for western tastes despite the fact that many of their clinets were westerners. At best, a western style cafe would have sufficed. I did try to order a coffee from the bar as I noted they had an expresso coffee machine, but the young lady lacked any working knowledge of coffees. Breakfast was adequate but again offered little directed to a western palate. After two weeks in central China, it would have been nice to indulge in some western food. We did enjoy a private banquet in their upstairs dining hall. I would like to suggest that Expedia review its marketing. It was only when I booked for this hotel that I was advised that only one breakfast was included in the charge despite booking for two people. I believe that is deceptive marketing. One would not expect to purchase a car and then find out the price only included the back tyres. The location of The Graden is very pleasant -- just a short stroll from the Lingering Garden. Another Suzhou delight.

此價位帶，經濟實惠的優選，物超所值 No more consider, give your orders and act.

此飯店實在名不符實，未達所標星級。因為看到飯店介紹此飯店之歷史而被吸引，所以選擇入住。知道此飯店歷史悠久，事先也已有心理建設，但也實在讓人太沮喪。電視截頭截尾是看不到完整畫面的，只能看到央視主播半身，看不到頭；說是飯店免費送至重要景點，結果要客戶自行聯絡，聯絡了師傅，又要賣妳旅遊商品，不買就讓妳自己坐公交車去，因為師傅吃飯去沒空。明明掛的是園外樓禮賓部的名義，但行的是外面旅行社銷售之實。

The hotel is very good,chinese garden style,,and service is good.

The hotel is located in very close proximity to the beautiful Lingering Garden, and its own garden was also very nice. Many amenities nearby (convenience stores, bakery, fruit store, bus stop, bank), although do note that the neighbourhood is old. Taxi ride from the train station won't take you too long. Staff is professional and smiling, always ready to help. The only minor drawback is the room itself, although it is clean and value-for-money given the convenience. You'll have to keep your expectations modest as the room is on the smaller side, and is slightly old. There was a faint musky smell throughout the hotel, although not unbearable (possibly the cleaning liquids they use?) Overall, it's clean and convenient - very practical. Good for a short stay in Suzhou to see the attractions.

酒店的舒適度及服務極好，環境一流，早餐的款式多樣，適合香港人的口味。離地鐵的路程稍遠，但有游字號巴士搭夠，去火車站搭的士都不用跳錶，而且距留園、西園、寒山寺、虎丘等景點的距離又近，是一個不錯的選擇。

I tried to book another five star hotel whose English name contains Garden Hotel. However, Expedia does not has the hotel in its list, and I ended up with a wrong booking. However, it turned out to be a nice mistake. Naturally, the room is not as luxury as the five-star hotel I intended, but it is clean and comfortable. In addition, its location is super, closing to Liuyuan Garden, the Station, and a bus stop. What I am most satisfied is the breakfast. Very Suzhou style. I love it! I love the lightly seasoned and a little bit sweet food. I will definitely book this hotel when I visit Suzhou.

We had a great time staying at the hotel. The garden is very refreshing.

A very nice setting with elegent Chinese style garden. Short building of four stories with good natural lighting. Drawback is not close to mass transit and taxi not always available. Shopping or dining not within walking distance.

It is good, hotel services is good as well.