Hotels in Houhai Area, Beijing

This a courtyard-style hotel nestled in an old *hutong*, offering a wonderfully authentic local atmosphere. The rooms retain their classical structure with original wooden beams and pillars. It's very close to Houhai and Shichahai, truly embodying the idea of ”great reclusion in the city” – a perfect blend of tradition and modernity. **Facilities**: There's no elevator, only wooden stairs, so if you have heavy luggage, you'll need to carry it up manually. However, the front desk staff are incredibly helpful and assisted me with my bags. There's also a microwave at the front desk for heating food. **Hygiene**: Generally quite clean. **Environment**: A resident cat roams around the front desk area, adding a charming, feline touch and a fluffy ambiance to the hotel. **Service**: The service attitude was excellent. Since I'm sensitive to noise, they kindly arranged a quieter room for me, which allowed me to rest very well.👍

Wonderful hotel located at the heart of the hutongs, next to Nanluogoxiang hutong which is very famous for its food and night life and shops. The hotel is clean, the people are kind and helpful and they helped connect us with a driver to plan our Great Wall of China day trip. Also, they have been very kind keeping our bags after check out until our flight! Would definitely recommend.

This hotel was an excellent choice for New Year's Eve! The service was incredibly warm and friendly, and they even offered roasted sweet potatoes. The room was clean, the staff was enthusiastic, and the projector with Tencent membership provided a fantastic viewing experience. It's located within a residential area and very close to the subway, making travel super convenient!

The room was perfect for a winter stay, with convenient heating and air conditioning. It was clean and the staff were very friendly. The location is great, very close to attractions like Gulou Street, the Drum Tower, and the Bell Tower.

Environment: The hotel's location is pretty good, close to the scenic area. There's a great ramen shop downstairs. Our largest room was quiet, but the soundproofing wasn't great. Cleanliness: It was okay; they cleaned daily. However, the suite's bathroom had an odor. The receptionist gave us an extra electricity card to use for ventilation when we went out. Service: We opened the windows every time we went out. The day we went to the Summer Palace, there was a sandstorm, and when we returned, the staff had closed the windows for us, which was very nice. Facilities: The hotel seems to be located in a low-rise alleyway; the lack of an elevator was inconvenient.

On a business trip to Beijing, I chose this hotel for its convenient location. It's within the Second Ring Road, so transportation is excellent. In springtime, Beijing's flowers are in bloom, and it was lovely to take a walk around Shichahai. There are also many great eateries nearby, like Honghua Dim Sum Bureau, Zigongyuan, and Huguosi Snacks, all just a few minutes' walk away. The room had electric curtains and a smart speaker (Xiaodu), and the cleanliness and service were both excellent.

Facilities: Clean and tidy, with a separate wet and dry area in the bathroom. Environment: Quiet surroundings, and conveniently located right next to Gulou Dajie subway station. Service: The front desk staff were very responsible and helpful. They assisted me enthusiastically when I needed help around 6 AM on May 9th. Hygene: The housekeeper on the first floor was diligent in cleaning the rooms and promptly met guests' needs. Highly recommend staying here for a great experience!

Great location! It's right by the Shichahai bars, and close to Beihai Park and Prince Gong's Mansion. Even though it's surrounded by attractions, the hotel itself is tucked away in a quiet *hutong*. For getting around, there are rental e-bikes right outside, and it's near both Line 6 and Line 8 subways. The entrance to the Line 8 subway is directly across from the Drum Tower. The room design is excellent; the lighting has segmented switches, which is a nice detail, and the space is utilized very efficiently. The service is also very good and welcoming. I'll definitely stay here again next time I'm in Beijing.

This is a truly hidden gem of a hotel! 🏨 The service is excellent, and the facilities are top-notch and well-maintained. The room was spotlessly clean, which was fantastic. A great choice, I highly recommend it to everyone!

Having traveled all over the world, this is one of the coziest, most comfortable places with the best service we've ever stayed at! Xihai has hardly any tourists, allowing us to witness the most authentic Old Beijing lifestyle by the lake. Plus, it's very close and convenient to all attractions like Shichahai. We ran into trouble getting a SIM card and didn't make it back in time to retrieve our clothes from the washing machine. To our surprise, when we returned to the hotel, the lovely lady at the front desk had already hung them out for us! Additionally, on our first day, the front desk attendant helped us carry all our luggage up to the second floor. Because we had so much, she even upgraded our room! Room 201 had an expansive view and abundant natural light. We were so comfortable we were even happy to spend an entire day just relaxing in the hotel room, soaking in the leisurely pace of Old Beijing. Ultimately, we enjoyed our stay so much that we extended it by another day, and the front desk staff helped us get a discount on the room. It’s truly one of the best hotel experiences we've had so far!