Amanfayun

It was a stay that left me wanting to stay longer — the first location that really helped me relax my active mind.

Simply zen on earth. The sound of waterways and having Michelin restaurants nearby made this a magical stay. This property is heaven on earth, and I found myself completely at peace in a way I rarely experience while traveling.

We stayed in a duplex villa with two separate rooms sharing a courtyard — perfect privacy with convenience.

Service was excellent with incredible attention to detail. We brought old grandparents with us and the staff paid special attention to ensure they were well taken care of and could access all facilities seamlessly. The layout worked perfectly for our multi-generational group, giving everyone their own space while staying connected.

Surrounded by a perfectly serene environment with attentive housekeeping — we felt completely at ease throughout our stay.

The breakfast and dinner at Lan Xuan were absolutely delicious, and the location offered the best of both worlds — hidden from crowds yet conveniently close to the temples and Lingyin. I'd highly recommend this to anyone who's a fan of Aman properties.

We can feel very positive energy from staff from the moment we stepped in — the Steam House restaurant was very yummy.

The room was extremely romantic and amazing — we stayed in a one-bedroom village villa that I'd highly recommend. The breakfast had very good quality and variety, and every interaction with staff felt genuinely warm and positive.

I was asking staff about reaching the Bodhi restaurant and they were so unhelpful, even though they spoke English.

They said Bodhi isn't theirs and were rude when I asked about buggy service since my mom is fragile — they thought I was asking for a free ride. I used to call myself an Aman junkie and was considering staying here, but I'm glad I don't. I've stayed at many Amans, and this property shows how they treat outsiders. Very disappointing.

This is one of the best hotels I've stayed in — the service is six stars.

All staff are super friendly, kind, and accommodating with a warm, comfortable vibe. The room design takes you back to China 1,000 years ago while being extremely comfortable. The whole experience is peaceful and zen with two amazing restaurants in the hotel that I'd highly recommend.

I'm planning our China trip and chose Amanfayun for Hangzhou — the website mentions tea fields within hiking distance, which sounds perfect for late November.

We're doing Beijing, Hangzhou, and Shanghai as a family of four adults, focusing on contemporary art, cultural activities, and unique experiences you can only get in China. I picked Amanfayun specifically for the tea plantation access and West Lake proximity. Planning to book Jin Sha for our one nice dinner, but I'm curious if anyone has actually hiked to Longjing Village from the hotel. The whole setup seems designed for that authentic tea country experience.

One of my most memorable trips in China was visiting Amanfayun — this place holds an energy unlike anywhere else we've ever been.

The whole property connects you to the spirituality of the land and to the people who came before. Both the Steamhouse and Western restaurants delivered authentic culinary experiences with incredibly fresh, organic flavors. What made it truly special was the Amanfayun team — Kris, Luna, Nina, Sara, Uncle Jin, and Chef Chen all set the bar incredibly high. We had an absolutely impeccable experience from start to finish.

This was among the weaker Aman experiences we've encountered, though by broader hospitality standards it remains top-tier.

We felt genuinely conflicted about this review because while many elements resonated with us, we left disappointed. The setting with direct access to Lingyin Temple and Fei Lai Feng is exceptional, and both restaurants deliver culinary quality that's hard to surpass. But the experience curation — traditionally Aman's greatest strength — fell short. The seven-temple tour was outstanding, but our West Lake boat tour ended early with minimal communication and felt like something we could have arranged independently for much less.

Great experience with some flaws — an old village taken over by the government and reconstructed, then leased entirely to Aman.

I really enjoyed the serene, green atmosphere and sounds of nature, though August heat was brutal despite double AC units. The room had quirky design issues like a toilet fan that only works with the master switch on. The Steam Room restaurant was fine, breakfast portions were small but unlimited ordering. At spa prices around $300 SGD per hour, I turned into a stingy bastard. The recommended Hangzhou House restaurant was a major disappointment — bland mushroom dish, decent chicken soup, but overall felt like tourist trap food that doesn't warrant its Michelin star.

Tucked beside ancient Lingyin Temple, Amanfayun offers a rare stillness that seeps into your spirit.

This serene pool, framed by centuries-old stone walls and lush bamboo groves, feels like a place where time dissolves. It's hard to imagine bustling Hangzhou lies just beyond the trees. The only soundtrack is rustling leaves and distant temple bells. Above, there is heaven; below, there is Suzhou and Hangzhou — Amanfayun embodies this old proverb with effortless elegance. More than a hotel, it's a sacred pause.

First time in Hangzhou — Amanfayun made trip planning very easy with private tours and transport.

I stayed in the Deluxe Village Suite which had an antique feel and was spacious for two adults with a comfortable bed, though I didn't like the dim lighting. The hotel's right next to Lingyin temple, great to visit but super crowded on weekdays. Food at Tea House and Hangzhou House was fabulous — abundant and served with simplicity. However, the hotel allows non-guests to visit restaurants, so random people walk around the premises, which didn't feel exclusive to me.

A unique hotel in a beautiful location within the old Longjing tea village — we were so comfortable and peaceful.

The hotel grounds are in a large, tranquil wooded area very close to Lingyin temple, about twenty minutes from West Lake. It's such a welcome escape from Hangzhou's hustle and bustle. The villas blend traditional design with modern Aman styling beautifully. We tried everything — restaurant, spa, pool, breakfast — and all were fantastic. I particularly enjoyed the local Hangzhou breakfast specialties, and the staff were incredibly friendly with nothing being too much trouble.

Amanfayun is absolutely unique — staying in comfort amid beautiful woods among ancient temples with access at any time.

Every part of the hotel is in restored, historic buildings in courtyards spread over a kilometer along an ancient path. The rooms are enormous high-ceilinged cottages, beautifully decorated with modern facilities, though quite dark. We enjoyed meals at the Tea Room and Steam House, and breakfast a la carte was impressive. The hotel arranged a temple guide which was invaluable — we would have missed so much without her. It's a fifty-minute walk to West Lake with scenic views.

We've been to five different Amans so far — this is the worst.

The hotel's old, staff is trash, and when we arrived there was piss everywhere in the lobby. Staff were impolite, always on their phones, and didn't look like they belonged in a hotel worth 7,000 RMB. Even waiters would drop off wrong dishes at your table — almost everything that could go wrong went wrong. The only normal person was Alex from Hong Kong.

I have mixed feelings about this stay — we didn't think the service level was close to other Aman properties.

We got upgraded to a Deluxe Villa Suite, but the size with minimal lighting made it less cozy than a smaller room might have been. Staff speak very limited English, making communication difficult — we had to use phone translators at restaurants. The breakfast a la carte has good selection, and we loved the vegetarian tasting menu at both restaurants. However, the pool and furniture seem run down with no pool service, and turndown service happened after we were already in bed, which isn't what we expect at this level.