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Grand Hotel Beijing Forbidden City, Beijing
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About the Hotel
No 35 East Chang An Avenue,
Beijing,
China,
100006,
Beijing Municipality
Grand Hotel Beijing Forbidden City is a 5-star hotel featuring luxurious accommodations and an indoor pool. This Beijing hotel offers direct access to the Oriental Plaza shopping mall and incorporates elements of both western and oriental traditions in its design.
Rooms & Amenities
Guestrooms feature luxurious king-size beds and Italian marble bathrooms, while select rooms offer views of Chang An Avenue or the hotel courtyard. All accommodations include amenities such as free Internet, soundproof walls, and minibars.
Dining & Nearby Options
Dining options include several on-site restaurants offering a wide selection of Chinese and international dishes. Nearby, the bustling Wangfujing Street provides additional culinary choices.
Leisure & Business
The hotel's recreation amenities feature an indoor pool, a health club with a gym, sauna, and massage services. For business travelers, there is a business center with conference facilities and on-site meeting rooms.
Transportation & Attractions
Transportation options include the Wangfujing Station and Tian'anmen East subway stations, both within walking distance. Nearby attractions such as the Forbidden City and Tian'anmen Square are also easily accessible.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
76%
liked the hotel and would stay again
7.6/10
Very good
Rooms
7.4
Location
8.6
Service
7.8
Dining
7.2
Guest reviews
7.6/10
based on 5 reviews
8.7
8.7/10 based on 12 reviews
Michelle
United States,
June
2024
8.2/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms are spacious, clean, and furnished with lovely Chinese-style furniture. However, the ventilation could be improved in some areas. The service was top-notch, with a very friendly and helpful staff. The location is unbeatable, just a stone's throw away from the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. The dining experience was good overall, offering a nice selection of European and Chinese dishes. The facilities were satisfactory, but there were some minor cleanliness issues in the rooms.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are spacious and clean, furnished with Chinese-style furniture. Some areas could use better ventilation.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and very helpful.
Location
10.0
The hotel is excellent, situated next door to the Forbidden City and a block away from Tiananmen Square and Wangfujing St
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, offering a nice selection of European and Chinese food.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory, but there were some cleanliness issues in the rooms.
Michael
United States,
May
2024
7.6/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms, although small, offered a lovely view of the internal hotel court. The service was top-notch, especially from the bell desk and fountain bar staff. The location was a bit poor, but the proximity to major attractions was convenient. The dining options were good but on the expensive side. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms facing the internal hotel court were small but nicely renovated with generous toiletry amenities.
Service
9.0
I was very impressed by the helpfulness of the bell desk and fountain bar staff. The reception team was efficient, and they even surprised us with a complimentary cake for our son's birthday.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location, although somewhat poor, was close to major tourist attractions and convenient for accessing the subway and shopping areas.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was expensive but the food selection was extensive and of good quality, featuring Western, Japanese, and Chinese options.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities, including the sauna, shower, and changing facilities, were well-maintained and added to the overall experience.
Hans
United States,
May
2024
7.0/10
My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The internal atrium-facing suite provided a quiet and relaxing atmosphere, although there were some issues with cleanliness and amenities. The staff was helpful in organizing transportation but provided inaccurate information about nearby sites. The location was convenient for sightseeing but geared more towards Chinese travelers. The dining experience was above average but on the expensive side. The facilities were satisfactory.
Rooms
7.0
The suite facing the internal atrium was quiet and relaxing, but there were problems with cleanliness and amenities.
Service
6.0
The staff was helpful in arranging transportation but gave inaccurate information about local sites.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was convenient for sightseeing but seemed tailored more towards Chinese travelers.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was above average but came at a higher price.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory.
Joe
United States,
February
2024
8.0/10
I couldn't have asked for a better location in Beijing. The Grand Hotel Beijing sits right next to Wangfujing station on Line 1 of the metro, making it a breeze to get around the city, including to the Olympic area. The hotel embraces a luxurious sixties Chinese vibe, just a stone's throw away from Tiananmen Square and a short walk to the Forbidden City. However, the dining options, though above average, lean towards the pricey side, especially when factoring in a £17.80 breakfast. The rooms, though a bit worn out, were spacious and tastefully decorated with some lovely antique furniture.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were large enough and featured a good taste in interior design with charming antique furniture, despite showing signs of wear. I even had to request the window to be opened in the middle of the night.
Service
7.0
The hotel staff was very friendly and eager to assist with information and services, although I encountered an issue with receiving incorrect information about the Forbidden City, leading to a closed visit.
Location
10.0
The location of the Grand Hotel Beijing cannot be beaten for the value it offers. It's right in the heart of Beijing, a few steps away from Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience, while a bit on the expensive side with a £17.80 breakfast, was above average with enjoyable options.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities offer a glimpse into luxurious sixties China and are well-maintained, enhancing the overall experience.
William
United States,
November
2023
7.6/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms, although a bit old in style, were suitable for our trip to ancient China. The noise issue was resolved after some inconvenience, but the view of Beijing added a nice touch. The service was friendly and accommodating, especially with flight changes, but the price for some services seemed steep. The location was excellent, with many attractions within walking distance. However, there were concerns about flooding risks in the area. The dining experience was impressive, although slightly overpriced. The hotel facilities were satisfactory, but some areas could use an update.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms, although a bit old in furnishing, were suitable for our trip to ancient China. The noise issue was eventually resolved, and the view of Beijing was a nice touch.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and accommodating, especially with flight changes. Some services seemed a bit overpriced.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, with many attractions within walking distance. However, there were concerns about flooding risks in the area.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was impressive, although slightly overpriced.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were satisfactory, but some areas could use an update.
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