As the capital and gateway to the Great Wall, Beijing reigns as the cultural powerhouse of China. The city is awash with temples, monuments, and green spaces that’ll immerse you in the history of Imperial China. Considering that the Forbidden City alone can demand a full day out of your itinerary, choosing comfortable and convenient accommodation is paramount. Comprising international brands and boutique lodgings, Beijing hotels tread the line between ancient and modern philosophies through their decor, dining, and wellness amenities. These are the best hotels in Beijing close to the main sights and Wangfujing.
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The Regent is a premium luxury hotel in Beijing near Tiananmen Square. Each room is a private sanctuary where you can unwind with a view of the Forbidden City or sink into a bubble bath after meandering through the hutongs. The decor plucks classic and contemporary elements to create a restful yet practical environment.
The on-site Serenity Spa utilizes age-old therapies while personal trainers and yoga instructors circulate the fitness suite. Sitting minutes from the restaurants of Wangfujing means you’ll not struggle to find places to eat. That so, the on-site restaurants give you a choice of Cantonese, Italian, tapas, and more.
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Prepare for a treat when you check in at the Opposite House; this designer hotel in Beijing hosts a permanent art gallery and rotating sculptural installations. Personal domains are curated using a blend of Chinese, Japanese, and Scandinavian decor and all have the perk of heated flooring and a cedarwood soaking tub.
A daily happy hour applies to bottles of Champagne at Union although it’s the Silk Road-inspired cocktails that draw the local crowds. If you’re hungrier for something beyond small plates, make a reservation at Jing Yaa Tang for Michelin-starred Peking duck. The wellness program revolves around poolside yoga and in-room massages.
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One of the most beautiful luxury Beijing hotels near the Forbidden City, the superior rooms at the Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing open out onto a private terrace. A four-poster bed and lavish marble bathroom stocked with posh cosmetics round off the experience.
Drawing on the setting in the heart of Imperial Beijing, the spa menu is inspired by the rituals followed by Chinese emperors of the past. Meanwhile, swimming remains on the agenda year-round at the indoor lap pool. Best of all, the hotel’s restaurants and bar converge at an expansive rooftop garden terrace with prime views over this historic district.
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