Beijing Dongcheng District 2-star Hotels

I stayed 31 nights during january 2024 at 7 days inn hotel. I chose this hotel because it was very close to the subway, in the center of Beijing and the heating system was good according to the reviews. I changed room the first day so I could have a little bit better room. The previous room had no universal charger and was very dark, the windows in front of a wall. My room was on the first floor, just next to the shared bathroom and to the water dispenser. The room was very big and quiet (unless people talk in the corridor), not a lot of light but some rooms has more sun light than others. No fridge inside but since it was january I put my food outside the windows if I wanted to keep it fresh. If you want to warm some food, you can use the microwage in the commun area but I never used it. The commun area is very close from the entrance door so it was very chilly. The staff was nice but almost no english. They explained to me how to use the washing machine and once the wifi was not working so they helped me. Internet was definetly not very good but I was able to watch youtube with my vpn. I will start now talking about the shared bathroom (which I already knew was shared when booking) but I didn't know the toilet would be squat toilets. I think if I knew before, I wouldn't choose this hotel. There was no lock in the toilets. The shower room has one and was very cold (because winter). The hot water was always there but I took my shower usually in the morning (so less people). The shared bathroom was dirty mostly because of clients that didn't clean after their buisness. There was regulary water on the floor so I was just going with my shoes on at some point. The washing machine was broken the first 2 weeks and then got replaced. I'm still a bit confused if clients can use it or only the staff, but I used it anyway. The area is maybe a bit empty at first but if you go to the Hong Qiao Pearl Market, in the basement there is a big food court where you can try chinese food (or subway and macdonalds). Overall I liked my journey in this hotel but I think it was too expensive for a shared bathroom this old and dirty. I paid 1000 euros for 31 days.

+) The staff was highly friendly and spoke good English, +) Cosy common room and rooftop +) Washing machine for 15 yuan +) Great Location, close to the forbidden city +) When I was there, there were kitten babies all over the place which made the experience just unique 😍 -) Only one shower and generally only one bathroom for everybody -) No towels included -) There were lockers in the room, but you didn't get a key for it. You can leave your valuable belongings at the reception, though. -) You don't get a key for your room so either you leave it open all the time or you ask every time at the reception to open it for you -) If you have a cat hair allergy, this might not be the right place for you

I stayed in the sunshine room (female only) for four nights at Peking Youth Hostel and absolutely loved it! I made the booking last minute and the staff were extremely helpful. There was access to free cold water constantly, they would charge my portable charger for me as I didn’t have the right plug, had an efficient laundry service, and allowed for bag drop before check in. The room itself was sunny with a great AC, a bathroom shared between four people that was relatively clean, and good storage and locker space. The location was great, right on a popular food market Hutong and 3 minutes from a metro station. There was a cafe/bar connected to the hostel with great options. I would absolutely recommend this room and hostel to anyone!

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So I booked 6 days, the bed is comfortable, the room is big, the location is great, not having a kitchen to prepare at least breakfast was inconvenient, also 2 bathrooms and 2 showers for the 3 rooms of 6 beds. In the morning I had to always wait for those who like to sit on the toilet with their phones, not being bothered that it's a shared toilet. It Would be nice to have a list at reception with things to do, because reception doesn't speak English. Travelers staying there shared more information between each other about things to do than reception. I did Badaling wall, taking Lama station subway then 877 bus to badaling and funicular from there, which was 140 yuan and 49 for entrance, transportation there 18. The maps on the iPhone work are amazing, Letsvpn is great to use, alipay and WeChat I was able to set up with local sim that I bought at china mobile

Helpful staff, renewed facilities, very clean. Although my room was small, it had everything I needed. Everything was well thought (for example, shower was really close to the toilet, but they have used a special toilet lid, so seat wouldn’t get wet after a shower). I appreciated these well thought details. Staff was helpful despite the language barrier. Hotel was close to the national art museum subway station, hence using the subway was very convenient. Definitely would recommend.

Its overally nice, although windows look into main seating area. I am very pleased with the sevice (English speaking proficient) and feel that all the basics are provided. Price is reasonable for location and uniqueness. Outside of hotel (environment) raises an eyebrow, but when you step into hotel you are releaved that you will receive a good rest experience. Design is classic/traditional.

The environment is very good, the location is in the city center, very close to the subway station, just a few minutes walk away, there are a lot of food around, it is very convenient to Nanluoguxiang Wangfujing and various attractions, the price is also very suitable, five-star praise! ! ! Recommend everyone to stay! ! ! ! !

The Siheyuan is located in North Tongluo Lane of Gulou Street. It takes more than ten minutes to walk from Exit D of Gulou Street Metro Station. It may not be easy to find for the first time. Although the facilities of the Siheyuan are a bit old, they are clean and clean at night. The rooms are air-conditioned. The single room can sleep two people, and the management staff provides good service. Overall evaluation cost-effective, will choose to stay again. There are a lot of food around.

The room is very clean. I was not sure after reading the bad reviews before, but now I feel it is very good. There is breakfast and a washer and dryer, which is very convenient. It's also close to the subway station, and you can store your luggage for free. I didn't notice it before, but there is a small alley next to it, which has the kind of old Beijing breakfast. Unfortunately, I didn't find it until I checked out. Didn't go shopping. Next to it is the Capital Theater. Due to time constraints, I didn't have time to arrange a show, which was a pity. It is very close to the back gate of the Forbidden City and Jingshan Park. We actually walked back after visiting the Forbidden City. We were in great physical condition. Most people can't do it.