When traveling to Beijing, these hotels are definitely worth putting on your accommodation list! First Not only do they give you an immersive experience of the smoky atmosphere of the old Beijing city center, but they also allow you to walk right up to the Forbidden City.

Hotels Near the Forbidden City

No.1 Mandarin Oriental Qianmen Beijing

Located in a traditional hutong courtyard complex along the central axis of Beijing, Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, Beijing is harmony with the capital city’s cultural and historical heritage. Inside the hotel, there are 42 courtyard-style guestrooms standing out uniquely in design. The hotel embodies the Chinese hospitality with its closeness to downtown and Eastern aesthetics showcased by its spacious and luxurious accommodations. Moreover, it also offers facilities for refined fitness, immersive dining, and banquets and events. In here, a place within a stone’s throw of the Forbidden City, Qianmen, and the Temple of Heaven, there is a fusion of contemporary luxury, resplendent cultural heritage, humanistic art, and beauty of nature.

Featured Experiences

Central Axis City Cycling: A 20-kilometer cycling route connecting 14 historical landmarks in Beijing.

Intangible Cultural Heritage: A shumai-making class given by a intangible cultural heritage inheriting craftsman from Du Yi Chu.

Artistic Handicrafts: Kite-making, paper-cutting, calligraphy, gold-foil painting, and puzzles of siheyuan courtyards and the central axis.

Other Experiences: Anlu Tea Ceremony, jogging routes around the city, etc.

No.2 Grand Hyatt Beijing at Oriental Plaza

Located at the juncture of Wangfujing Avenue and East Chang’an Street, Grand Hyatt Beijing at Oriental Plaza is unparalleled in location and within a stone’s throw of the Tian’anmen Square and the Forbidden City, blending the historical with the contemporary. Situated at the center of Beijing Orient Plaza, the hotel is within walking distance from numerous boutiques. Featuring 518 guestrooms and suites, diverse banquets of Chinese and western cuisines, spacious space for activities, and a swimming pool inspired by tropical scenery, the hotel accommodates customers from all over the world, bringing them the experience of hospitality typical to Grand Hyatt at the heart of the capital. 

Featured Experiences

Space of Revival: Under the theme of “Contemporary Vibe of Beijing”, creatively infusing the elements of traditional Chinese architecture, indigenous plants of Beijing, and the old Beijing into the space of the hotel. 

Superb View: The floor-to-ceiling window presents the harmonious view of the bustling Chang’an Street and the elegant courtyard houses; and the Distinguished Guest Room on the 17th floor offers a commanding view of the Forbidden City. 

Diversified Gourmet Delights: Five restaurants differ from each other in style but all embody the dining legacy of Grand Hyatt. The award-winning signature Chinese restaurant Made In China offers traditional fruit tree roast duck with genuine Beijing flavor.

Urban Oasis: The Oasis club has an indoor swimming pool inspired by rain forest that serves as the resort for city dwellers.

No.3 Regent Beijing

Located at the heart of Wangfujing and next to the Forbidden City, Regent Beijing features the fusion of historical heritage and modern splendor, redefining the benchmark of luxury. With 499 classic guestrooms and suites and extraordinary design, it has redefined the standard of luxury. Its highly acclaimed “Forbidden City View” suites offer a panoramic view of the ancient palace, with the grand historical site and modern elegant space forming a delightful contrast.

Featured Experiences

Premium Facilities: The fitness center, with a swimming pool, yoga studio, and luxurious spa, has won numerous international accolades in recent years.

Delicacy and Fine View: Daccapo Italian Restaurant has upgraded dining experience into an art with its “Butterfly·Yi Brunch” in its private garden; the top-floor Regent Club presents a high-end lifestyle with champagne breakfasts and panoramic views of the Forbidden City.

Afternoon Tea: Infusing the essence of classical Chinese culture with natural ingredients, the afternoon tea presents artistic delicacies on plates, like a painting on an unrolled ancient scroll, to showcase the poetic fusion between traditional and modern flavors.

No.4 Legendale Hotel Beijing

Nestled in the heart of Wangfujing, the luxurious five-star Legendale Hotel Beijing enjoys an exceptional setting, just a short stroll from Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City.With a French royal courtyard-style outdoor garden, it embraces European elegance and glamor. In its regal 17-story atrium lobby, numerous valuable 19th-century French royal antiques are in display. The hotel has hosted nearly 50 heads of state and was an official contracted hotel for both the Summer and Winter Olympics. With its unique architectural style and excellent service, Legendale Hotel Beijing has become the first choice of travelers seeking an extraordinary experience.

Featured Experiences

Luxurious Guestrooms: The hotel has 390 luxurious guestrooms and suites, each abounding in space and natural light. Every guestroom offers silk bathrobes, plush coral fleece slippers, a full set of gold-plated bathroom fixtures, French L’Occitane toiletries, and high-quality bedding, refining every detail with luxury.

Executive Privileges: Guests checking in the Privilege Club rooms and suites are entitled to Executive Floor benefits, including four meals a day and free daily minibar access.

Wellness and Leisure: Guests are entitled to free access to the hotel’s fitness center, heated swimming pool, whirlpool baths, and sauna.

Exquisite Delicacies: The Haojiangxuan Chinese Restaurant, helmed by a national culinary master, offers a variety of delicacies, including selected single-person tasting set meals, Peking duck set meals, Huaiyang delicacies, and Cantonese-style dim sum.

No.5 Renaissance Beijing Wangfujing Hotel

Renaissance Beijing Wangfujing Hotel stands proudly at the bustling Wangfujing Street, adjoining Tian’anmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Beijing People’s Art Theatre, and has easy access to Subway Lines 5, 6, and 8. Embracing the traditional architecture style, the hotel is a dual-wing structure that resembles a book opened at the Forbidden City in the west and the neon-lit CBD of Wangfujing. Walking into the lobby, guests will find a floor-to-ceiling bookshelves displaying ancient texts on the left and a trendy R lobby loundge on the right. The hotel also features a nearly 1,000-square-meter banquet hall and five versatile meeting rooms, meeting any conference and banquet needs, as well as swimming pool and fitness center for relaxation.

Featured Experiences

Special Charm of History: The hotel located at the heart of Wangfujing and within a walking distance from Tian’anmen Square and the Forbidden City offers an opportunity to experience the profoundity and splendor of the culture of imperial city.

Forbidden City View Guestroom: Presents a panoramic view of the the Forbidden City with magnificent and mysterious charm, making one feel like a part of the imperial palace.

“Central Axis” Afternoon Tea: The afternoon tea inspired by the central axis takes in the cultural elements of old Beijing, allowing customers experience historical charm through unique shapes and flavors.