Best Grand Hotels Hotels in Beijing

In 2016, the former Palace Hotel in Beijing went through a lavish refit and turned into the Peninsula, an all-suite five-star accommodation. It got a first-rate spa that focuses on Chinese wellness, an art gallery and shopping arcade, among other extravagant amenities. The renovation included elegant interiors of marble floors, high ceilings and ivory walls that give the hotel a modern style. The technology throughout the hotel is operated from tablets, making systems very convenient. Guests can dine at the Huang Ting Chinese restaurant, which serves some of the city’s best Cantonese food. The family-friendly hotel is located in the shopping and business district of Wangfujing.

Found a kilometre or so from the Forbidden City, the Waldorf Astoria is one of Beijing’s most luxurious hotels. Architecturally, it is an eye-catching marvel that is encased in copper and bronze exterior decor. It’s 176 rooms are decorated in gorgeous artwork. The hotel also includes a separate building with a large villa and guest suites. The interior is done wood and marble with paintings and sculptures that bring everything together in an intimate ambience. At first glance, the hotel feels more like a boutique than a chain. There is no lobby, but someone is always available to check guests in.

One of the priciest hotels in Beijing, The St. Regis caters to an exclusive clientele that ranges from global business moguls to movie stars. From the hand-painted ceiling in the lobby to the Chinese silk upholstery in every room, the hotel offers high standards of comfort. Guests get 24-hour butler service and impressive facilities. For entertainment and relaxing, The St. Regis has its own cigar humidor, 24-hour gym, spa and swimming pool. You can dine in any one of the five restaurants in the hotel, which serve Asian and Western delicacies. The St. Regis is in the political and financial district of Chaoyang on 21 Jianguomenwai Dajie.

If you prefer accommodation that is a bit tucked away from the city’s bustle, Shangri-La is it. Set in Zizhuyuan, the hotel has a serene environment that is complemented by a 3,000 m2 garden. Its interior is a blend of new and old decor. The different restaurant selections offer something for everyone. There is S.T.A.Y, the modern French restaurant, Shang Palace ah authentic Chinese cuisine, while Café Cha is perfect for breakfast. There is also the Garden Bar and Terrace for relaxing in the evening. The hotel has one building with 528 rooms and another with 142 rooms.

Contemporary five-star hotel in the heart of the Chinese capital, this 29-storey tower by MAD Architects is in Beijing’s Sanlitun district, and opened 2013. Expect 289 guest rooms, three restaurants, lobby lounge, an impressive spa and fitness centre, and an executive lounge with panoramic views across the city’s modern skyline. The hotel is well-positioned base for both business and leisure travellers, offering good value for a genuine five-star experience.

Located in Beijing’s revitalised Shougang industrial zone, the Shangri-La Shougang Park offers 283 rooms and suites in a strikingly reimagined steel plant, blending raw architectural grandeur with the brand’s hallmark hospitality. The hotel stands as a centrepiece of Beijing’s urban regeneration, combining steel structures, lofty ceilings and glass facades with warm, contemporary interiors.

Dining is a major highlight, with Shang Brew serving craft beer and modern Chinese fare in an industrial-chic setting, Centennial Hall offering Cantonese specialities, and The Lobby Lounge presenting elegant afternoon tea with park views.

A wellness retreat awaits in the hotel’s fitness centre, indoor pool and spa, while family-friendly facilities include a dedicated Kids’ Adventure Zone. Just 20 minutes from the Winter Olympic venues and 40 minutes from Tiananmen Square, Shangri-La Shougang Park perfectly captures the creative spirit of modern Beijing.