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Beijing Drum Tower Youth HostelvsChina World Hotel, Beijing
Both properties are rated highly by expert writers. Overall, Shangri-La's China World Hotel scores slightly better than Beijing Drum Tower Youth Hostel. Shangri-La's China World Hotel is ranked #25 in Beijing with positive reviews from 7 reviews including Lonely Planet, Jetsetter and Travel + Leisure.
Beijing Drum Tower Youth Hostel
Rough Guide
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
No 51 Jiu Gu Lou Street, Xicheng District, Beijing 100009
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Smoking Rooms
Rough Guide "This three-story hostel is in a good area, though right on a noisy main road. Rooms are spartan but clean, and the whole place looks a bit institutional."
The Telegraph8.0
"Offering a great location in the heart of old Beijing, well-informed staff, and private rooms with super city views, the hostel is popular with both Chinese and foreign backpackers." Full review
Lonely Planet "A no-frills hostel with nifty, capsule-style singles and spacious twins and doubles. The subway is very close, and it's a short stroll to the area's lively hutong alleyways." Full review
China World Hotel, Beijing
Frommer's
Jetsetter
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Fodor's Lonely Planet
Gayot
No.1 Jianguomenwai Avenue, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100004
From $118/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "China World remains a landmark in Beijing, with a gorgeous lobby decorated with crystal chandeliers and Chinese artwork and an extensive shopping mall on the basement level." Full review
Jetsetter "Stepping into the marbled foyer, it's easy to see why Beijing's Shangri-La's China World Hotel is the top choice for visiting heads of state. Here classic Eastern style meets world-class..." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Inspired by China’s imperial palaces (lacquered red pillars; gold bamboo panels; crystal chandeliers), with escalator access to one of the city’s most upscale shopping malls." Full review
Star Service "This property is similar in quality to other central business hotels, but offers a regional touch that no other property in town can match." Full review
Fodor's "The service is slick, the restaurants are very good... during conferences and exhibitions, business travelers pack its modern, well-appointed rooms." Full review
Lonely Planet "The Shangri-La’s air-freshened lobby and muted Chinese motifs may not match the majesty of its sibling China World Hotel, but the rates here are far lower."
Gayot "A convenient location in Beijing's diplomatic and business district."
