Beijing Hotel NUOvsThe Westin Beijing Financial Street
Both properties are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, Beijing Hotel NUO ranks significantly better than The Westin Beijing Financial Street. Beijing Hotel NUO scores 88 with recommendations from 13 reviewers like Forbes Travel Guide, Time Out and DK Eyewitness.
Beijing Hotel NUO Show All Reviews
33 East Chang An Avenue, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100004
From $102/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"If you're looking for a slice of old-world charm, look no further than Raffles Beijing." Full review
Concierge
"Closer to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City than any of the city's other top-end hotels, the Raffles occupies a Beaux Arts–style building with a long history."
Jetsetter
"Built by an enterprising Frenchman in 1900, the hotel's sweeping staircases, arched lobby staircases and 1920s dance hall... were skillfully rejuvenated when Raffles took over."
Lonely Planet
"Sandwiched between two drab edifices... the seven-storey Raffles oozes cachet and grandeur." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Over-the-top opulence reigns at this vaunted, century-old hotel—which is, appropriately, closer than any other to Beijing’s singularly grand Forbidden City." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Located by the Wangfujing shopping district, just steps from Tiananmen Square, the Beaux Arts landmark is "a true oasis, with the best location in Beijing"." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Sections of the Beijing Hotel have been revamped and re-staffed by the Singapore Raffles group to produce one of Beijing's best addresses."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Rooms are swathed in romantic chintzes, oriental rugs and French furnishings but include contemporary touches like flat-screen TVs and DVD players on request."
Time Out
"Personality Suites named after the hotel’s most famous patrons... are packed with wonderful examples of attention to detail, while the ballroom and Writers Bar both hark back to the hotel’s heyday." Full review
Gayot
"Raffles Beijing Hotel has long represented an icon of Beijing's historical heritage."
The Westin Beijing Financial Street
No.9B Financial Street, Xicheng District, Beijing 100140
From $132/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The Westin caters to business travelers and families, who will find a resortlike atmosphere smack in the middle of Beijing's financial district." Full review
Fodor's
"It's business as usual at this worthwhile spot: comfortable rooms with plush beds, neutral tones and marble bathrooms." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The 486-room Westin exudes a calm, resort-like atmosphere that belies its location smack in the middle of Beijing’s financial district." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
""The comfort and style of the rooms are excellent"—select accommodations offer Herman Miller chairs and complimentary bathologist service." Full review
Star Service
"The 26-story edifice that houses this luxury hotel could pass for just another big-league office building were it not for its name emblazoned out front." Full review
Time Out
"All the great facilities you’d normally associate with the five-star American brand, as well as some fun extras." Full review