A
sampling of better hotels by district
Located
in the best part of town for accommodation, the
The Great Wall Sheraton Hotel
is conveniently situated in the east side of the city, on a
flowing traffic artery at the northeastern corner of
Beijing. Shopping centers, restaurants, exhibition centers
are all within walking distance from the hotel.
The guestrooms are large in size and kept in excellent
condition. The rooms are tastefully decorated and designed
in warm beige color, with wooden furniture, sofas, working
desks, luxurious beddings and down quilts for comforts.
The hotel features the finest dinning in down, from the
refined French bistro specialties to colorful Italian
cuisines, from beautiful Sunday brunch to relaxing afternoon
teas, Sichuan spicy hot pot, Cantonese Dim Sums, tempting
ice-creams, and refreshing cocktails.
This was the first 5-star international hotel in China and
still reputed as one of the best hotels in Beijing.
Central Business District - near Chongwon District
The Traders Hotel
Stylish, yet elegant,
The Traders Hotel
is a preferred choice for both business and leisure
travellers while at Beijing.
Located in the heart of the diplomatic and central business
district, Traders Hotel connects to the China World Trade
Centre and shopping mall. It is also at an easy access to
major attractions sites, business and shopping districts.
The comfortably designed 570 guest rooms provide discerning
travellers maximum comfort. The rooms are well furnished and
equipped with modern facilities.
The on site restaurants serve tempting arrays of
international, Cantonese and Chinese cuisine. The bar
provides a cosy environment for after dinner drinks while
enjoying music in the evenings.
From business conferences to small-scale seminars, Traders
Hotel offers multi-functional rooms and services that are
tailored to your meeting needs.
Xicheng District:
The Shangri-La Beijing
The
Shangri-La Beijing is
located 35 kilometers from Beijing Capital Airport. It is
situated in the city's thriving financial district and it is
surrounded by charming landscaped gardens. From its west
city location, guests can quickly access the nearby Beijing
Exhibitions Hall as business and commercial hubs. For
tourists, it is near many major points of interest, as well.
The Shangri-La Beijing offers its guests breathtaking views
of the ancient capital and the hills beyond. For their
guests' convenience, the Shangri-La Beijing also offers
seven outlets for food and beverages.
As soon as guests step into the hotel's elegant lobby,
guests will be impressed with the sophisticated
accommodations and attentive, upscale service, throughout
their stay. All of the Shangri-La Beijing's 670 guest rooms
offer luxury and privacy. These rooms are well appointed
with modern amenities and guests are offered a variety of
conveniences and services that will make their stay pleasant
and comfortable. The Shangri-La Beijing also has a fully
equipped fitness facility with a sauna, indoor pool and
massage services.
Dongcheng District:
Swissotel Beijing
at Agoda
The
Swissotel Beijing is
located at the dividing line between the commercial and
diplomatic districts in Beijing, China. The hotel stands
three kilometers from the Silk Market six kilometers from
the Forbidden City. An underground station is positioned
near the hotel.
This stylish property offers international
buffets and à la carte menus at the Café Swiss. Happy Valley
Restaurant serves Cantonese cuisine, regional dishes and dim
sum. KAWA Japanese Restaurant prepares teppanyaki, sushi,
tempura and tatami, whereas the Landmark Lounge features
cocktails and afternoon tea service, and hosts live band
performances. Flexible function space includes 10 rooms, and
the 800-square-meter Grand Ballroom. Function rooms and the
business center are equipped with high-speed Internet
access, and wireless Internet access is available in the
lobby. The Swissotel Beijing houses a fully equipped health
club that offers yoga, body-shaping aerobics, hi-low
aerobics, Pilates, Tai Chi, Latin aerobics, body dance and
step aerobics. Therapeutic treatments include aromatherapy,
reflexology, acupressure and sports massage. The health club
contains a sauna, a steam room, an indoor pool and a tennis
court. The hotel 24-hour concierge assists with on-site
bicycle rentals, and can direct guests to scooter vendors
located two kilometers away. Hotel conveniences include
currency exchange, Limo rentals and ATM banking.
The 17-story Swissotel Beijing offers 430 modern
guestrooms that reflect Western décor and feature ergonomic
chairs and chaise lounges. Rooms are equipped with
electronic in-room safes, high-speed Internet access and
satellite television. All rooms contain minibars and
coffeemakers. Bathrooms feature bathtubs and separate
showers.
