Luxury Hotels in Beijing

Pros: 1. The hotel is nestled halfway up the mountain, offering fresh air and truly beautiful surroundings. It's a peaceful escape from the city's hustle and bustle, and the hotel's decor and maintenance are quite good. Our butler, Bella, was incredibly meticulous and thoughtful, taking care of every little detail. She met all our needs, making our stay exceptionally comfortable. 2. There's a wide array of facilities and activities, including a mountainside hot spring, indoor pool, Hatha yoga, singing bowl therapy, a gym, and a kids' club. It's perfect for families, and the kids' club is large and newly renovated – it just reopened in May. It's definitely more fun than the kids' clubs at other hotels I've visited. Plus, children aged 4 and up can be supervised for free, which made my little one super happy! 3. The room key card came with a park map, showing hiking trails. There's an easy 5-kilometer mountain boardwalk, perfect for families, where you can visit the Eight Planets viewing platforms. 4. The breakfast was impressive! They had steaks, lamb chops, and a rich variety of both Chinese and Western dishes. However, the cured meats were generally a bit too salty. Cons: 1. For a 5-star hotel, there was no safe in the room. 2. While there's an abundance of kids' activities, most of them come with a fee. 3. Since the kids' club was newly renovated, the smell was quite strong, making my eyes and throat uncomfortable. Overall, we were still very satisfied. I imagine it would be even more atmospheric to visit in winter for the hot springs, though I expect it would be extremely crowded.

I have to give this hotel a huge thumbs up! First off, the staff were incredibly warm and responsive, handling any request promptly and perfectly. The courtyard of the siheyuan is particularly charming and makes for great photos; the rooms, meanwhile, are clean, tidy, and well-designed, making for a very comfortable stay. My overall travel experience was definitely enhanced by this hotel, and I highly recommend it!

The night before my trip, I was still comparing hotels near Wangfujing, as I'd be staying for 7 nights. I finally booked the Waldorf Astoria, and I still believe it was absolutely the right choice. We're a family of four, and compared to other hotels of a similar caliber, we found that only the Waldorf Astoria offered an extra bed. This was incredibly accommodating for traveling with children, and even with the extra bed, the room still felt very spacious. The hotel's service truly lives up to the Waldorf Astoria brand, and I won't go into every detail. However, two things left the deepest impression: First, I would go out to smoke more than ten times each night. In the lobby, I'd always run into the night shift lobby manager, an older gentleman from Hubei. After each cigarette, he would chat with me about my day's itinerary and offer advice for the next day, especially during our first two days in Beijing. There was even a time when the weather forecast predicted heavy rain, and he kindly informed me in advance, allowing me to immediately change my plans. I'd like to thank him here, and also apologize for forgetting to ask for his name when we left. Second, the room cleaning. It was genuinely clean, but the key was in the details. The cleaning staff actually rolled up and neatly organized our phone and laptop charging cables! That's incredible attention to detail – I've had my own charging cables for almost two years and have never rolled them up once. Moreover, they even folded and neatly arranged the clothes we left on the bed. Later, I happened to run into the cleaning team when I was heading out, and out of sheer curiosity, I had to ask them how they managed to organize even the charging cables so well. A huge thank you to Judy, the supervisor of the cleaning team, and her two colleagues, Wang Dandan and Fang Le. They truly redefined my perception of a higher standard for hotel room cleaning.

This secluded courtyard offers great privacy, perfect for escaping the summer heat. The nearby hot spring hotel is also excellent. My only minor complaint was that a few of the plug sockets were faulty; plugs would just fall out after being inserted. The breakfast, however, was truly delicious and beautifully presented. The room key design was very innovative. It's a hotel well worth staying at, and I'd definitely come back if I have the chance.

A butler was waiting for us while we parked, showing exceptional service. Upon checking in at the lobby, we were offered complimentary snacks and drinks. To my delight, they upgraded our room for free, allowing for a better view of Yanqi Lake. The room table had fruit and wine, and the butler had even prepared aromatherapy. Surprisingly, the bathroom floor was also thoughtfully equipped with a non-slip mat. The butler also brought our luggage to our room, and to my surprise, given the slightly chilly temperature, they even brought down a warm coat from the car – incredibly considerate! We had initially mentioned needing to get our luggage, but only remembered when they went to retrieve it, and then they thoughtfully brought us the warm coat! We also participated in an afternoon cultural tour, which provided a deeper understanding of the hotel's design style and philosophy. The food was excellent, and the hotel facilities, cleanliness, and environment were superb! Not to mention the butler's service – it was exceptional! I highly recommend this hotel to families visiting Yanqi Lake. If we go again in the future, we will definitely choose Yanbai Mountain Villa again!

This was a wonderful stay, starting with the warm and attentive guidance and service from Yanqi Hotel's butler, Shirley. The hotel's unique garden environment is a rare and private luxury in Beijing. Another highlight was the spacious and spotless room, with captivating lakeside views from outside the suite. Strolling through the grounds, you can see the harmonious coexistence of nature and culture everywhere. At the end of our trip, butler Shirley was already waiting in the lobby, and the concierge rushed over from afar to help with our luggage. Smiles, greenery, tranquility, comfort, stunning views, and personalized service are the keywords that come to mind for this hotel. One even deeper impression I have is that every staff member I interacted with or observed, genuinely loved their hotel. Even the servers in the breakfast restaurant could enthusiastically tell guests all about the hotel, as if recounting their own treasured possessions. It was clear this wasn't just trained rhetoric, but a genuine joy and pride from the heart.

Traveling to Beijing, this hotel really stood out! The location is excellent, in a high-end area, and the service is top-notch. As someone who pays close attention to details, I was incredibly impressed. They even upgraded my room to one with a separate vanity area, which I absolutely loved! The high-floor views are fantastic, and the surrounding facilities are very convenient. Both check-in and check-out were super fast. The room fragrance was lovely, and it was quiet and well-soundproofed, definitely meeting star-rated hotel standards. Overall, excellent! I'll definitely stay here again next time I'm in Beijing.

Let's start with the positives: 1. The panda-themed family room was clearly thoughtfully designed, with all sorts of toys, a tent, and a slide bed. Our baby didn't even need to go to the kids' club on the basement level; they had a great time right in the room. 2. When we called the front desk for things like adding a bed rail or extra blankets, the response was prompt. Given that it was Dragon Boat Festival and there were many families with kids checking in, this really shows the hotel's room service is on point. 3. The room had an excellent view, with a panoramic sight of Yanqi Lake. 4. After checking in, the hotel provides a parking pass, allowing direct access to Yanqi Island, which was very convenient. Now for the complaints: 1. Regarding the room layout, the living room area surprisingly only had two power outlets. One was for the coffee machine, and the other was hidden inside the TV cabinet. Charging a phone was impossible in the living room. There were no power outlets near the writing desk either. I really can't fathom how the room was designed. 2. The bathroom faucet took about 20 minutes to get hot water, which was incredibly wasteful. 3. The bathroom's sliding door was broken, and the toilet seat was also damaged. The facilities are quite old. 4. The two beds in the bedroom (one large, one small) were placed side-by-side. After the baby fell asleep, to avoid disturbing them, we had to stay in the living room. However, the sliding door between the living room and bedroom offered very poor sound insulation. 5. The most frustrating thing was the toiletries. I actually found shower gel with a production date of 2024... and the toothbrush was incredibly difficult to use. Overall, the hardware quality was even worse than Atour hotels. 6. We went to the Chinese restaurant on the second floor for dinner, but there were no seats available. We ended up eating in the hallway (Picture 2), which is something I've never encountered in a hotel of this caliber. Additionally, both in the Chinese and buffet restaurants, the staff were generally older and lacked professionalism, making it seem like the hotel doesn't prioritize its F&B services. 7. Parking management was poor. Both the above-ground and underground parking lots were open to anyone without guidance, so people just parked wherever they wanted. This is my first time writing such a detailed hotel review. All in all, even considering its prime location next to Yanqi Lake and the Dragon Boat Festival price surge, over 3500 a night is just too low value for money.

Hotel Éclat Beijing truly lives up to its reputation! My stay in the Premier Terrace Deluxe King Room was absolutely perfect. The room was spacious and bright, and the terrace was incredibly comfortable. Being under the glass dome of Parkview Green, you get to enjoy natural light without worrying about the weather. A special thank you goes to Damon Willram for his thoughtful service. From check-in, he was exceptionally professional and enthusiastic, thoroughly explaining the hotel's facilities and the surrounding area. He even helped us with a late check-out, making the entire process incredibly smooth. The hotel itself is an art museum, with masterworks everywhere. The art tour service was very professional, giving us a deeper understanding of these pieces. The travel photographer was also very skilled, and the photos turned out wonderfully. Breakfast offered a wide variety and tasted excellent. I will definitely choose to stay here again on my next visit to Beijing!

I had a very satisfying stay. Clint provided attentive and thoughtful service, and communication was smooth and pleasant. The front desk staff were enthusiastic and check-in was quick. The room was clean and bright, and the resting environment was quiet. Overall, it was a great experience, and I would definitely consider staying here again.