A list by Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated December 2023.
We have created a list with the best small luxury hotels in Beijing, China. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Featuring a terrace, 行舍酒店北京天安门广场天坛店 is set in the centre of Beijing, less than 1 km from Qianmen Street. The property is situated 1.2 km from Temple of Heaven, 1.6 km from Dashilan Street and 3.1 km from Tiananmen Square. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. All rooms feature a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. Wangfujing Street is 3.5 km from the hotel, while Forbidden City is 4.1 km away. The nearest airport is Beijing Capital International Airport, 30 km from 行舍酒店北京天安门广场天坛店.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Very stylish. Superb interior design. Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing features a fitness centre, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Beijing. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 300 metres from Wangfujing Street and around 1.5 km from Forbidden City. The accommodation provides room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. Tiananmen Square is 2.2 km from the hotel, while Qianmen Street is 3.6 km away. The nearest airport is Beijing Capital International Airport, 26 km from Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing.Show full description
The most well designed, relaxing and stylish small luxury hotel in Beijing. WOW!
Unique. Charming. Superb breakfast. As part of Parkview Green FangCaoDi, the new iconic landmark of Beijing, Hotel Éclat occupies a prime location, steps away from Ritan Park and the embassies district. The unique glass pyramid boasts stylish guestrooms with signature Éclat Essentials and a stunning art collection including pieces by Salvador Dali, Andy Warhol and Zeng Fangzhi. It offers free Wi-Fi throughout. The spectacular glass structure provides city views and an environmentally-friendly climate control system in the rooms. All units feature 24-hour access to Éclat Lounge with free breakfast buffet and refreshments. 3D LCD TV with Blu-Ray DVD, iPod docking stations, branded massage chairs and Bang & Olufsen audio system are included. The bathrooms come with separate rainforest showers, bathtubs and exclusive Miller Harris London bathroom amenities. Around a 5-minute stroll from Shi Mao Tian Jie, Hotel Éclat Beijing is around a 10-minute walk from Dongdaqiao Subway Station (Line 6) and around a 5-minute drive to Yong’anli Subway Station (Line 1). It takes about 10 minutes by car to the bustling Sanlitun Village. Tian’anmen Square and the CBD are both around a 15-minute car journey away. Beijing Capital International Airport is around 35 minutes' drive away. Refreshing workouts await at the 24-hour fitness centre with views over the city skyline. Guests can also rent a car to explore the surrounding areas, arrange sightseeing trips at the tour desk, or simply unwind in the private pool or terrace. Éclat Lounge serves delightful refreshments and buffet breakfast. Alternatively, there are many restaurants located nearby.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most unique and authentic small luxury hotel in Beijing. It also has a highly rated breakfast!
Delightful property. Charming. Great breakfast. Popular among women. Housed in a quadrangle compound with a history of over 200 years, Beijing Double Happiness Courtyard Hotel is the perfect spot offering a unique, traditional Chinese-style living experience in historic Hutong. It has free WiFi covered. Beijing Double Happiness Courtyard is 25 km from Beijing Capital International Airport. The famous Wangfujing shopping district is just a short stroll from the hotel. Dongsi Subway Station (Line 5 & 6) is within a 10-minute walk. The Palace Museum and Tian'anmen Square are both within 20 minutes' drive. Beijing South Railway Station is 30 minutes' drive away. Boasting ancient layouts and decorative pieces, all rooms at Double Happiness Hotel Courtyard are decorated in rich red Chinese fabrics and unique dark wood furnishings. A Chinese tea set is prepared. In some rooms, you may take in views of the evergreen courtyard on the private balcony. Guests can arrange a day trip around Beijing at the tour desk or rent a bicycle to explore the city leisurely. The hotel also provides laundry services and a business centre. Happy Restaurant serves a hearty buffet breakfast daily plus both Chinese and western-style fare, while the bar offers a variety of drinks. On mild days, you may dine al fresco in the lovely courtyard.Show full description
I think this place could be the most BEAUTIFUL, HISTORIC AND ROMANTIC boutique hotel in Beijing! WOW!
Atour Hotel Beijing Guomao Tuanjie Lake features free WiFi throughout the property and views of city in Beijing. The property is set 6.1 km from Wangfujing Street, 7.5 km from Forbidden City and 7.8 km from Shichahai Area. The hotel has family rooms. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. At the hotel all rooms have bed linen and towels. Speaking English and Chinese, staff are ready to help around the clock at the reception. Tiananmen Square is 7.8 km from Atour Hotel Beijing Guomao Tuanjie Lake, while Yonghegong Temple is 7.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Beijing Capital International Airport, 22 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Newly opened, March 2024. Set in Beijing, 8.8 km from Beijing National Stadium - Bird Nest, Holiday Inn Express Beijing Conference Center, an IHG Hotel offers air-conditioned accommodation and a restaurant. The property is situated 14 km from Yonghegong Temple, 16 km from Shichahai Area and 17 km from Wangfujing Street. Private parking is available on site. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Holiday Inn Express Beijing Conference Center, an IHG Hotel also feature free WiFi, while some rooms also feature a city view. At the accommodation the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at Holiday Inn Express Beijing Conference Center, an IHG Hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Speaking English and Chinese at the 24-hour front desk, staff are willing to help at any time of the day. Summer Palace is 18 km from the hotel, while Forbidden City is 18 km from the property. The nearest airport is Beijing Capital International Airport, 16 km from Holiday Inn Express Beijing Conference Center, an IHG Hotel.Show full description
The Purple Horse features a fitness centre, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Beijing. The property is around 1.6 km from Shichahai Area, 2.9 km from Forbidden City and 3.3 km from Wangfujing Street. Guests can enjoy Chinese dishes at the restaurant or have a cocktail at the bar. At the hotel each room comes with air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, towels and a patio with a city view. Each room has a safety deposit box, while certain rooms include a balcony and others also offer garden views. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is available daily at the property. Around the clock guidance is available at the reception, where staff speak English and Chinese. Yonghegong Temple is 3.4 km from The Purple Horse, while Tiananmen Square is 3.4 km away. The nearest airport is Beijing Capital International Airport, 25 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Situated in Beijing, 6.7 km from Qianmen Street, Atour X Hotel Beijing Majiabao Subway Station features views of the city. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has family rooms. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. At the hotel rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Dashilan Street is 6.9 km from Atour X Hotel Beijing Majiabao Subway Station, while Temple of Heaven is 7.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Beijing Capital International Airport, 37 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Conveniently set in the Chaoyang district of Beijing, Atour S Hotel Beijing Anzhen is located 3 km from Yonghegong Temple, 4.9 km from Beijing National Stadium - Bird Nest and 5.1 km from Shichahai Area. The property is around 6.3 km from Wangfujing Street, 7.1 km from Forbidden City and 8.2 km from Tiananmen Square. The property provides a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi is available throughout the property. The units at the hotel are equipped with a seating area and a TV. All units at Atour S Hotel Beijing Anzhen include air conditioning and a desk. Qianmen Street is 10 km from the accommodation, while Temple of Heaven is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Beijing Capital International Airport, 24 km from Atour S Hotel Beijing Anzhen.Show full description
Beijing Unified Courtyard Hotel is located in the ancient Yanle Hutong with over 500 years' history, around a 15-minute stroll from Wangfujing Pedestrian Street. Combining modern chic designs into the traditional architectural structures, the themed hotel offers modern accommodation with free Wi-Fi access. Elegantly designed guestrooms at Cote Cour are fitted with flat-screen TVs and tea/coffee making facilities, plus ground heating and air conditioning. The en suite bathroom comes with bath amenities and shower. Guests may chill out on the relaxing roof terrace or soak up the leisurely atmosphere in the courtyard. Beijing Unified Courtyard Hotel offers laundry and dry cleaning services and airport transfer service can be arranged upon request. There is a tour desk to assist guests with ticketing and travel arrangements. Bike rental service is offered, enabling you to cycle in the Hutong area at ease. The hotel’s restaurant serves authentic Chinese cuisine. Barbecue facilities are available on site. Drinks and light refreshments can be enjoyed at the hotel’s bar. Beijing Unified Courtyard Hotel is around 4 km from Beijing Railway Station. Tian'anmen Square lays around 3.5 km away, while the Forbidden City is located around 3.1 km away. Beijing Capital International Airport is around 25 km from the hotel.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Beautiful. Great views. Popular among couples. The Opposite House by Swire Hotels is one of four Houses in The House Collective. Located in Taikoo Li Sanlitun a vibrant open plan shopping, dining and entertainment destination developed by Swire Properties, The Opposite House was designed by Kengo Kuma, one of Japan’s most celebrated architects. The House’s 99 guest studios include nine spacious suites and a penthouse duplex with a 240 sqm roof terrace. More than half of all the studios are over 70 sqm and all are strikingly simple with natural wooden floors and subtle touches of Chinese décor. The Atrium of the House presents itself as a contemporary art gallery, showcasing the work of exciting artists from the region and further afield. The House also has three restaurants, Superfly, the casual Sichuan bar restaurant that celebrates the culture of the everyday through electric vibes, bites and drinks; Jing Yaa Tang, chef Li Dong’s Michelin starred masterpiece of fine Chinese cuisine includin g its famous Peking duck; and Frasca, the modern Italian eatery serving classics crafted. Finally, Union, the cocktail bar designed by AvroKO, embodies the spirit of 1920s modernism and is the place to savour silk road inspired cocktails over thoughtful conversations.Show full description
This boutique hotel is one of the most popular in Beijing among couples.
Romantic. Unique. Great location.Opened August 2020. Located in Beijing and with Yonghegong Temple reachable within 10 km, Stey 798 Art Zone Hotel provides a fitness centre, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is around 11 km from Beijing National Stadium - Bird Nest, 14 km from Shichahai Area and 14 km from Wangfujing Street. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. At the hotel, each room includes a wardrobe. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at Stey 798 Art Zone Hotel also offer a city view. All units at the accommodation include air conditioning and a safety deposit box. Stey 798 Art Zone Hotel offers a business centre for guest use. Forbidden City is 15 km from the hotel, while Tiananmen Square is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Beijing Capital International Airport, 15 km from Stey 798 Art Zone Hotel.Show full description
Lovely property. Comfortable beds. Legendale Hotel offers well-appointed guestrooms and suites. Adjacent to the Jinbao Place shopping mall, it is around 1 km away from Wangfujing Street where guests can enjoy shopping and street food. The hotel features free WiFi, restaurants, a fitness centre and an indoor pool. Legendale Hotel is around a 5-minute walk from Dengshikou Subway Station, around a 15-minute drive from Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. Beijing South Railway Station is around 25 minutes' drive away. Beijing International Airport is around a 40-minute drive away. With stylish modern decoration, the rooms feature air conditioning with shower facilities and a bathtub. They are also equipped with a flat-screen TV, DVD player and minibar. Guests of Legendale can go for a relaxing massage in the hotel. To keep fit, a refreshing swim or workout sessions in the gym are nice options. The hotel’s 3 restaurants serve a variety of Macanese, Portuguese and French dishes. Guests can enjoy light snacks at the L Café and the lobby lounge.Show full description
Nice style. Charming. Great value. Located at No. 15 Baishu Alley, Stey Wangfujing Hotel features shared spaces and shared meeting rooms, as well as creative restaurant bars and international communities. There is also a fully equipped gym and a shared kitchen with professional-grade equipment. Stey Wangfujing Hotel is 200 metres from Dengshikou Subway Station. Beijing Railway Station is about an 8-minute drive from the hotel. Beijing Capital International Airport is about a 30-minute drive away. Featuring Northern European styles, the rooms include a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Selected rooms come with a kitchenette. At Stey Wangfujing Hotel all rooms are equipped with a seating area. Staff at the property are happy to provide you with tour guidance.Show full description
Highly elegant. Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. Offering a combination of timeless Chinese artistry and craftsmanship, The Peninsula Beijing is the Premier All-Suite Hotel which offers cutting-edge technology and superlative service in the heart of China’s dynamic capital. Centrally located in Wangfujing Shopping District, The Peninsula Beijing offers accommodation with city views and free Wi-Fi. Luxurious bathrooms feature a bathtub with shower amenities and a hairdryer. Beijing The Peninsula is a 15-minute drive from the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. Dengshikou Subway Station is 250 metres away. Beijing Train Station is an 8-minute drive away. Beijing Capital International Airport is about a 30-minute drive from the hotel. Suites start at a spacious 645 square feet and each offers a separate bedroom, living area, marble bathroom and dressing room. The elegant rooms at Peninsula Beijing are well-appointed with a flat screen TV, ironing facilities and a safe. Added conveniences include a business centre, a Bank of China branch office and a travel desk. Other amenities include a fitness centre, heated indoor pool and The Peninsula Spa. Guests can enjoy the Peninsula Classic Afternoon Tea and the refined international dining at The Lobby restaurant, contemporary French cuisine at Jing and traditional Cantonese fare at Huang Ting restaurant.Show full description
This is likely one of the most ELEGANT luxury hotels in Beijing. It also has VERY COSY ROOMS.
Newly opened, November 2023. Located in Beijing and with Beijing National Stadium - Bird Nest reachable within 23 km, Courtyard by Marriott Beijing Changping provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property and a restaurant. Well located in the Beiqijia district, this hotel offers a bar. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Courtyard by Marriott Beijing Changping each room comes with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or American options. The area is popular for fishing, and car hire is available at the accommodation. Yonghegong Temple is 25 km from Courtyard by Marriott Beijing Changping, while Shichahai Area is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Beijing Capital International Airport, 14 km from the hotel.Show full description
Stylish. Great location. Comfortable beds.Opened August 2020. Attractively set in Beijing, Happy Dragon Saga Hotel with Garden Terrace -In the city center with big window and fluent English speaking, Tourist ticket service&food recommendation, Near Tian'AnMen Forbidden City, Wangfujing walking street, Easy to get any tour sights by metro in Beijing features air-conditioned rooms, free bikes, free WiFi and a garden. Boasting room service, this property also has a restaurant and a terrace. The accommodation provides an ATM, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Speaking German, English, Spanish and French at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always on hand to help. Wangfujing Street is 1.8 km from Happy Dragon Saga Hotel with Garden Terrace -In the city center with big window and fluent English speaking, Tourist ticket service&food recommendation, Near Tian'AnMen Forbidden City, Wangfujing walking street, Easy to get any tour sights by metro in Beijing, while Forbidden City is 3.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Beijing Capital International Airport, 25 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Wanda Realm Beijing is located in the Shijingshan business district and offers luxurious rooms and extensive leisure facilities with warm service for a comfortable stay. Free public parking is possible on site. Rooms are stylish and cosy, offering fabulous city views and free internet access. Other amenities include ample workspace, turndown service and 24-hour room service. Relax in the indoor heated pool or recharge with a work-out at the fitness centre. Other facilities include a hot tub, sauna and massage services that will also help you unwind. For information on attractions and day trips, enquire with the friendly staff at the tour desk. Enjoy fresh Japanese cuisine or traditional Shanghainese cuisine. If you can't choose, you can also indulge in a wide buffet spread of western and Asian cuisine. For an after-dinner drink head to the Lobby Lounge.Show full description
Historic. Great location. Great value. Happy Dragon Alley Hotel is ideally located in the heart of Beijing, a 3-minute walk from Zhangzizhong Road Subway Station (Line 5). Housed in a historic Beijing hutong. Happy Dragon City Culture Hotel (Tian'AnMen Lama Temple) is a 17-minute drive from Wangfujing Pedestrian Street. It takes 10 minutes by subway to many tourist attractions such as Lama Temple, National Museum and Tian’anmen Square. South Luogu Alley, Bell and Drum Towers are a 20-minute walk away. Both Beijing West Railway Station and Beijing South Railway Station can be reached in 30 minutes' drive. Beijing Capital International Airport is 50-minute away and Daxing Airport is 70 minutes by taxi. There is a 24-hour front desk. The hotel’s tour desk can assist guests with making travel arrangements. Happy Dragon Alley Hotel offers a selection of day-tour routes including Great Wall, city tour and night shows. A business centre, free Wi-Fi and free luggage storage are also provided. The air-conditioned rooms are fitted with an electric kettle, flat-screen TV, a seating area and wooden furnishing. For guests' comfort, towels, free toiletries and a hairdryer are provided. Some rooms are designed in traditional Chinese style.Show full description
Opened August 2021. Boasting a fitness centre, shared lounge, restaurant and free WiFi, Nostalgia S Hotel Beijing CCTV is situated in Beijing, 8.3 km from Wangfujing Street and 10 km from Forbidden City. The property is around 10 km from Tiananmen Square, 10 km from Shichahai Area and 10 km from Yonghegong Temple. The accommodation features room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. At Nostalgia S Hotel Beijing CCTV the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Qianmen Street is 11 km from the accommodation, while Temple of Heaven is 11 km from the property. The nearest airport is Beijing Capital International Airport, 22 km from Nostalgia S Hotel Beijing CCTV.Show full description
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