The Opposite HousevsCity Central Youth Hostel
Both properties are rated highly by experts. Overall, The Opposite House ranks significantly higher than City Central Youth Hostel. The Opposite House is ranked #1 in Beijing with praise from 19 reviewers like BlackBook, Travel + Leisure and Fodor's.
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
City Central Youth Hostel
No.1-5 Beijingzhan West Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100005
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Kitchenette
Frommer's
"Housed in the old post office building, this newly opened hostel-cum-hotel has an unbeatable location directly opposite Beijing railway station." Full review
Time Out
"What this hostel lacks in charm it makes up for in convenience." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Though it's a bit shabby, institutional and lacking in atmosphere, this HI-affiliated hostel has some of the cheapest private rooms in town." Full review