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Aman Summer PalacevsThe Westin Beijing Chaoyang
Both properties are praised by writers. On balance, Aman Summer Palace ranks significantly higher than The Westin Beijing Chaoyang. Aman Summer Palace comes in at 92 with endorsements from 15 reviews such as Condé Nast Traveler, Time Out and Travel + Leisure.
Aman Summer Palace
Concierge
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Time Out
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine
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No.1 Gongmenqian Street, Yiheyuan, Haidian District, Summer Palace, Beijing 100091
From $480/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Concierge "Nestled among courtyards, willow- and bamboo-lined stone pathways, and a picturesque lake, the resort allows private day and night access to the palace and gardens."
DK Eyewitness "The Aman brand's first property in China is stunning to look at, with guests feeling that they are on the set of a film."
Star Service "The courtyard setting and surrounding gardens infuse an authentic Chinese feel to the place. Accommodations often open to pathways, gardens of bamboo trees and other Ming Dynasty symbols. " Full review
Gayot "The Aman at Summer Palace, a 250-year-old World Heritage site, is a perfect retreat for anybody looking for luxury and history in Beijing."
Time Out "Housed in the original guesthouses used by Empress Dowager Cixi just steps away from the East Gate of the Summer Palace, rooms are traditionally decorated, cosy and stunning." Full review
Fodor's "The epitome of blissful indulgence, this luxury hotel (part of the famed Aman chain) is spread out across a series of carefully renovated ancient Qing Dynasty courtyards." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Amanresorts has converted a collection of dwellings adjacent to the UNESCO World Heritage Summer Palace into 51 dramatic guest rooms spread across nine courtyards." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Hard to fault this exquisite hotel, a true candidate for best in Běijīng." Full review
Afar Magazine "Aman Summer Palace allows guests to experience a piece of history in an utterly beautiful setting with hilltop temples, shimmering lakes, and marble bridges." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located just a few steps from the east gate of the Summer Palace, each property in the ultra-luxurious Aman resort is imbued with history." Full review
The Westin Beijing Chaoyang
Frommer's Fodor's Condé Nast Traveler Star Service Time Out
BlackBook Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure Afar Magazine
No.7 East Third Ring North Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100027
From $114/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "One of Beijing's newest five-star hotels, this second Westin to open in the capital offers stylish, modern rooms in a fairly central location with quick access to the airport." Full review
Fodor's "With 550 spacious guest rooms, the Westin Beijing Chaoyang isn't exactly a small affair, but what the hotel lacks in intimacy, it more than makes up for in luxury." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler ""Stunning views of the city" and "spectacular sunrises over Beijing" are typical sights from this blue-glass tower in the Central Business District." Full review
Star Service "Located on the North Dongsanhuan Road, The Westin Beijing Chaoyang is a short taxi ride away from Sanlituan, home to some of Beijing's most vibrant nightlife and dining venues." Full review
Time Out "Closer to the action than its sister hotel in the west, the Westin Chaoyang has 550 spacious and modern guest rooms, all boasting the chain’s signature Heavenly Bed." Full review
BlackBook "Hipper little sister of Westin Financial street fully aims to mix business with pleasure. Hollywood favourite has hosted Kevin Spacey, Will Smith and Usher the past year."
Lonely Planet "Luxury hotel. Our independent authors have visited Westin and selected this as one of our recommended hotels in Beihai Park & Xicheng North." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Three-year-old hotel with a soaring lobby atrium, 20 minutes by car from the airport—closer than most." Full review
Afar Magazine "Find chic design, city views, and a pampering Heavenly Spa by Westin™ in one of Beijing's finest hotels, located near the Sanlitun.By
Westin AFAR." Full review
