Eleven homestays in Wuxi, Jiangsu province, have successfully made the provincial list of special ones with their innovative designs, multi-functionality, and high quality. Here are four of the top picks.

Shangchuan Yishe

Shangchuan Yishe. [Photo/Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of Wuxi]

Shangchuan Yishe spans 40 mu (2.67 hectares) of mountain-and-water scenery and features refined guest rooms, scenic dining spaces, and cultural experiences such as pottery-making, tea-tasting and seasonal harvesting, as well as fishing. Designed as a peaceful escape from urban life, it caters to wellness retreats, meetings, and leisure travel, offering a lifestyle rooted in simplicity and nature.

Tel: +86-13815118337

Address: Near Baimuchang, Fuxi village, Hufu town, Yixing, Wuxi (无锡宜兴市湖父镇洑西村百亩场)

Shanshengshi

Shanshengshi. [Photo/Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of Wuxi]

Located in the Yangxian Ecotourism Resort and facing a stream, this boutique hotel blends minimalist luxury with bamboo-inspired aesthetics. Known for its distinctive stargazing rooms and attentive service, it offers a restaurant, an acrylic pool, tea spaces, pottery experiences, and spaces for spiritual healing.

Tel: +86-18762608581

Address: 11 Qiaoxia, Fuxi village, Hufu town, Yixing, Wuxi (无锡宜兴市湖父镇洑西村桥下11号)

Longyin Jiangnan

Longyin Jiangnan. [Photo/Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of Wuxi]

Easily accessible within the two-hour Shanghai–Jiangsu–Zhejiang economic circle, Longyin Jiangnan focuses on personalized room design, eco-friendly architecture, and local cuisine. Beginning as a single homestay, it has grown into a thriving brand of over 40, revitalizing the rural economy through tourism.

Tel: +86-15371068886

Address: 98, Jinjia village, Zhangzhu town, Yixing, Wuxi (无锡宜兴市张渚镇金家村98号)

Oasis Waterfront Garden

Oasis Waterfront Garden. [Photo/Bureau of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of Wuxi]

Conveniently located near major roads and popular scenic attractions, this elegant garden-style lodge features white walls, wooden accents, and a calm, minimalist design. With diverse room options and complete facilities, including dining, tea rooms, and leisure spaces, it is well-suited for families, couples, and small groups seeking a peaceful base to explore Yixing's cultural and natural highlights.

Tel: +86-13815130999

Address: About 230 meters northwest of the intersection of X206 Road and Dingzhang Road, Yixing, Wuxi (江苏省无锡市宜兴市X206与丁张公路交叉路口西北约230米)