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Regent BeijingvsHilton Beijing Wangfujing
Both hotels are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Regent Beijing is preferred by most writers compared to Hilton Beijing Wangfujing. Regent Beijing is ranked #9 in Beijing with approval from 9 sources like Lonely Planet, Condé Nast Traveler and Frommer's.
Regent Beijing
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No.99 Jinbao Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100005
From $148/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "The Regent is sparkly and grand, with an excellent location and fine amenities to boot... The rooms here are still spacious and have an understated elegance with nice Chinese antique accessories." Full review
Concierge "The imminent summer Olympics have brought heightened competition to Beijing's field of five-star hotels, but The Regent stands out, thanks to a concierge team that goes the extra mile."
Fodor's "Some of the most... elegant guest rooms in the city, an excellent location... and an imposing, soaring glass-walled lobby are just some reasons why the Regent is a top choice for the rich and famous." Full review
Lonely Planet "A full range of health and leisure facilities and five restaurants round off the impressive picture." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A mile from Tiananmen Square, with 500 streamlined rooms, top service (waiters remember how you take your coffee), and an indoor pool. ." Full review
Star Service "The 19-story-high Regent Beijing is located on Jinbao Street, a 15-minute walk from the Wangfujing shopping district, Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, and immediately by a subway station." Full review
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Floor-to-ceiling windows provide excellent views (ask for one including the Forbidden City), although traffic noise can seep in even on higher floors.
Condé Nast Traveler "This glass-fronted "first-class high-rise" on Jinbao Street is a quick subway ride from Tiananmen Square. Interiors meld classic and contemporary styles." Full review
Time Out "Nestled amongst the luxury car dealerships on Jinbao Jie and the prestigious Wangfujing shopping area, the Regent comes with commendable pedigree." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"The Regent Beijing delivers a contemporary setting with Asian flair and prices that are a shade lower than those of its peers." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"You're guaranteed a comfortable stay at the Regent (managed by InterCon) with its luxurious albeit business-like rooms, marble bathrooms and an enviable choice of restaurants, both in the hotel and close by" Full review
Hilton Beijing Wangfujing Frommer's
Rough Guide Condé Nast Traveler
DK Eyewitness Star Service Time Out Fodor's Lonely Planet
No.8 Wangfujing East Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100006
From $108/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's "This new hotel is an excellent addition to the city center: It's right beside the shopping paradise of Wangfujing... and within walking distance of the Forbidden City and Tian'an Men Square." Full review
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The breakfast spread is excellent, but avoid the in-house restaurants for lunch and dinner -- both serve disappointing, lackluster fare.
Rough Guide "Newly refitted, luxurious and upscale, near the shopping district of Wangfujing, with an impressive gym and pool."
Condé Nast Traveler "Set in the heart of Beijing’s shopping district, the three-year-old hotel is convenient to trips to the Forbidden City and art galleries." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This large, modern hotel with a rooftop pool is popular with both business and leisure travelers, who are attracted by its excellent executive services and location."
Star Service "In the heart of the city's most popular shopping area, this hotel wins with modern confines and friendly service that caters to a solid dose of Americans attracted to its name." Full review
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The 14 connecting rooms should be requested two weeks in advance, however, to guarantee availability.
Time Out "This sleek Hilton is tucked onto a side street near shopping street Wangfujing. The rooms feature modern design, with flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, and rain showers." Full review
Fodor's "The hotel opened in 2008 for the Olympics, and by now the rooms are showing the odd sign of wear and tear, but it's still a great option, especially for first-timers to the city." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Modern, classy and very centrally located, this branch of the Hilton is one of Běijīng’s best five-star offerings." Full review
