The Opposite HousevsBeijing Drum Tower Youth Hostel
Both hotels are praised by professionals. On balance, The Opposite House is preferred by most writers compared to Beijing Drum Tower Youth Hostel. The Opposite House comes in at 96 with praise from 19 reviewers such as BlackBook, DK Eyewitness and The Telegraph.
The Opposite House Show All Reviews
Building 1, No.11 Sanlitun Road, Beijing 100027
From $225/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"Opposite House is destined to be the choice of film stars, visiting architects, and anyone who wants to be surrounded by the capital's most dramatically stylish interiors."
Fodor's
"If you want a taste of 21st-century China then look no further than this place... a prime contender for being Beijing's best boutique hotel." Full review
Insight Guides
"This impossibly fashionable Japanese-designed hotel is one of the most stylish spots in town."
Jetsetter
"A stay at The Opposite House places you in the heart of Beijing, convenient to Yashow Market and CCTV Headquarters. This 5-star hotel is within close proximity of Nali Patio and National..." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This trendy Swire-owned boutique hotel is top-drawer chic... the location is great for shopping, restaurants and drinking." Full review
Rough Guide
"This trendy modern hotel is bright, white and decorated with modern Chinese art; you could have walked into a gallery."
DK Eyewitness
"ln the heart of lively Sanlitun with its bars and restaurants, the opposite House combines contemporary Asian design... with attractive but wonderfully functional rooms."
Star Service
"The shape of Beijing boutique-hotels of the future is showcased at The Opposite House." Full review
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Rooms facing the north plaza are often requested for their views.
Gayot
"Situated in the heart of Beijing's diplomatic quarter in Sanlitun Village, The Opposite House has 99 contemporary rooms and suites."
Time Out
"Designed by hip Japanese architect Kengo Kuma and with bar and dining concepts from restaurateur David Laris and Neri & Hu, it doesn’t disappoint." Full review
Beijing Drum Tower Youth Hostel
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 Telegraph
8.0
"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