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A 16th Century Antique Courtyard House with Antique Furniture - Centre of Suzhou (near Shanghai)

This is a real antique house which Located on the Old Street in central Suzhou city near by a river. The guesthouse is converted from two neighbouring pervious historical residential courtyard properties (Stately Homes). They originally were built for 2 different  rich families during the middle of Ming dynasty (450 years ago). Now they have been joined together as one guesthouse, so anyone can have the opportunity to see and stay in this antique house. It has been kept as much original as possible. A lot of furniture is real antiques. There are 11 small but typical Suzhou courtyards/gardens in this guesthouse. The hall is the oldest part of the house over 450 years old,  it has been through Ming, Qing dynasties, Minguo period (between Qing and Mao time) and also Mao's Culture Revolution. It’s not just accommodation, there is lots of culture and history to see here.

Suzhou attractions:

Tiger Hill,  Humble Administrator’s Garden, Blue Wave Pavilion, Lingering Garden, Garden of The Master of Nets, Lion Grove, Garden Of Harmony, Panmen Gate Garden, Cold Mountain Temple, West Garden, North Temple Pagoda, Temple of Mystery.

Suzhou is one of the oldest towns in the Yangtze basin which could be traced back 2500 years, and is known for its masterpieces of classic Chinese gardens as well as its 1000 years tradition of silk production, also famous for it's traditional techniques of double-sided and double-faced embroidery . Suzhou has interconnected waterways and beautiful environment, the city is often referred as “Oriental Venice”. Many houses are built with "street in front and river at back".

Now it’s practically a 4 star guest house. All rooms are arrayed within 11 courtyards, and decorated differently according to the layout.
All prices are room rate (for 2 people), single occupancy is the same price. the rates include 1 person's breakfast. Extra breakfast is 48 RMB per person (about 6.2 USD or 4.7 Euro). Breakfast can be served in your room.

Facilities

Air-conditioning with individual temperature control
Well-appointed bathroom
IDD telephone
Tea-making facilities
Mini-bar
Colour TV with remote control
Hairdryer
Safe 
Free Broadband Internet Service

Room Description Room Rate
(including 1 person's breakfast)
(48 RMB for extra person)
Standard Rooms
(twin beds)		 Room size between 24 m² and 32 m². All rooms have twin beds. 580 RMB/night
(80 USD)
(55 Euro)
Superior Room
(twin or double bed)		 Room size between 33 m² and 40 m².  2 rooms have double bed, other rooms have twin beds. 680 RMB/night
(94 USD)
(64 Euro)
Deluxe Room
(double bed)		 2 rooms with 4 poster bed. 2 rooms have other style Chinese double bed.
Room size between 41 m² and 43 m² (with private living room).		 780 RMB/night
(108 USD)
(73 Euro)
Superior Suite
(double bed)		 2 rooms offer city views and they are elegantly equipped with modern room facilities.
Room size between 34 m² and 39 m² (with private living room).
The rooms all have Chinese double bed. There is no 4 poster style bed in Superior Suite Rooms.		 1088 RMB/night
(151 USD)
(102Euro)
Deluxe Suite
(double bed)

Room size between 42 m² and 44 m² (with private living room), 24 hours house-keeping service.
2 rooms with 4 poster style bed,  2 rooms normal Chinese style double bed.

 1388 RMB/night
(193 USD)
(131 Euro)
Executive Suite
(double bed)		 2 Executive Suites.
Traditional Chinese style bedding and furniture lead you back to the bygone era of the Ming Dynasty. 
Room size between 60 m² and 77 m²  with private living room, 24 hours house-keeping service.
4 poster special Chinese style bed. Wooden bath with a shower		 1688 RMB/night
(235 USD)
(159 Euro)
Extra Bed   150 RMB
(20 USD)
(15 Euro)

Note: above rates are based on local currency RMB, all the USD and Euro amount are just for you to know approx idea.

A wide variety of facilities to cater your different needs and enjoyment. There are Lobby Lounge, Chinese Restaurant and Coffee shop, Meeting and Conference Rooms, Business Centre and Garden.

Dining

Study Room
The study room is decorated with Chinese traditional furniture. You can browse through history books, Chinese classic arts like famous poems, painting, crafting. It is a tranquil place for you to experience various Chinese culture and arts. Here, you can also use our Internet service to share your fantastic experience with your family and friends.

Tea Room
Tea Room is just next to the study room. It provides a cosy place for Chinese tea tasting, which is another traditional Chinese living art. It is an ideal venue for reading, gathering and rest.

Business Centre
Conveniently located on the ground floor of the hotel, the Business Centre provides basic business support for your leisurely needs.

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