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The Opposite HousevsRed Lantern House
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers. Overall, The Opposite House scores significantly higher than Red Lantern House. The Opposite House comes in at 96 with recommendations from 19 reviewers such as Time Out, Rough Guide and Wallpaper.
The Opposite House
Concierge
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Jetsetter
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Star Service
Gayot
Time Out 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
Red Lantern House
Frommer's Lonely Planet Rough Guide Time Out
The Telegraph Lonely Planet
No.5 Zhengjue Hutong, Xinjie Kou, Xicheng District, Beijing 100035
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "Though technically on the west side of town, this sprawling backpacker's hotel, located in a traditional courtyard dwelling, is still quite central to many of Beijing's main sites." Full review
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Be sure to specify if you want an en-suite bathroom; otherwise, you'll be using the communal toilets.
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The most engaging of the Red Lantern brood." Full review
Rough Guide "The main feature here is an extraordinary courtyard overloaded with ornament, including two water features and a forest of red lanterns."
Time Out "This homely place around a converted courtyard is a challenge to find, but persevere if you want the hutong experience at a cut-price rate." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Red Lantern House is in a great location in the city's old hutongs. It is ideally suited to backpackers and families on a tight budget." Full review
Lonely Planet "With a charming interior, trimmed with red lanterns and opening onto an ample bar area, this is a welcoming hotel." Full review
