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Sitting on the City Walls (Beijing) Courtyard HousevsThe Peninsula Beijing
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional travelers. Overall, The Peninsula Beijing scores significantly better than Sitting on the City Walls (Beijing) Courtyard House. The Peninsula Beijing scores 87 with praise from 14 sources like Jetsetter, Travel + Leisure and The Telegraph.
Sitting on the City Walls (Beijing) Courtyard House
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
The Telegraph
No.57 Nianzi Hutong, Jingshanhoujie, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100009
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Family Friendly
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Hidden among a maze of hútòng is this attractive choice within a fabulous location – authentically hidden away from more touristy areas in one of the city’s most historic neighbourhoods." Full review
Rough Guide "Tucked away in a quiet hutong, this is another converted courtyard house that offers an intimate atmosphere, a bit of character, friendly staff, pets, and dodgy plumbing."
The Telegraph7.0
"An attractive courtyard home with great service, clean rooms, and a captivating sense of history, City Walls is one of the more charming budget choices in China’s capital." Full review
The Peninsula Beijing
Frommer's
Concierge
Insight Guides
Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Time Out
Forbes Travel Guide Show All Reviews
No.8 Goldfish Lane, Wangfujing, Beijing 100006
From $285/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "English-speaking service staff is some of the best in the capital." Full review
Concierge "The lobby, filled with Chinese antiques and a gurgling waterfall, is pretty impressive; the 525 posh guest rooms don't disappoint, either."
Insight Guides "The modern, functional construction (with Chinese imperial flourishes) conceals a truly luxurious interior, with a complete range of facilities."
Travel + Leisure "The hotel is set right in the luxury-shopping enclave of Wangfujing, with a plethora of treatments at the Peninsula's Spa waiting for you on your return." Full review
Jetsetter "A winning blend of traditional Chinese style and modern flourish in the heart of the capital." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Combines excellent location with the most distinctive luxuries of any of Beijing's large-scale upmarket hotels."
Star Service "In the heart of historic Beijing, this property has, under Peninsula management, reclaimed and maintained its reputation as one of the very best hotels in China." Full review
Gayot "Located in the heart of Beijing, it's impossible to miss The Peninsula's grand, traditional Chinese architectural-style exterior."
Time Out "Fully refurbished between 2001 and 2005, rooms are all clean lines and modern furnishings, with occasional splashes of colour. Bathroom products are Molton Brown despite their Peninsula logos." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"The prime location and above-and-beyond service make The Peninsula Beijing a favorite of international business travelers." Full review
