Tsingpu Suzhou Retreat is an idyllic retreat at the water town of Suzhou, housed at the former residence of Chinese painter Shen Zhou.
Former residence of iconic Chinese painter Shen Zhou
Quaint design emulating the style of classical Chinese gardens
Fantastic base to explore the water town of Suzhou
A former residence of iconic Chinese painter Shen Zhou, Tsingpu Suzhou Retreat is re-purposed by famous designer Liang Jian Guo to bring out the design elements of Suzhou classic gardens alive. Located in the idyllic Shantang Street at Wu Zhong District, this is an ideal base to explore the historic water town of Suzhou.
Each room offers a view of the garden, fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Tsingpu Suzhou Retreat's in-house restaurant offers Asian cuisine, as well as vegetarian and halal meals.
Tsingpu Suzhou Retreat offers a variety of cultural activities, including handicraft-making and festival performances incorporating traditional Chinese instruments.
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Enquire NowLocated in the idyllic water town of Suzhou, approximately 1.5 hours' drive away from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
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