GRAND HOTEL BEIJING FORBIDDEN CITY, Beijing – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
No 35 East Chang An Avenue,
Beijing,
China,
100006,
Beijing Municipality
Rooms with Views
Grand Hotel Beijing Forbidden City offers 206 air-conditioned rooms with minibars and LCD TVs. Each room includes a king-size bed, an Italian marble bathroom, and views of Chang An Avenue or the courtyard. Soundproof walls ensure quiet, and select rooms feature seating areas. Free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers are provided.
Dining and Bars
The hotel serves a variety of cuisines across its onsite restaurants. Guests can enjoy gourmet dishes and drinks in stylish settings. The Grand Club Lounge on the 17th floor offers additional dining privileges for club guests.
Pool and Fitness
A 1,500 sqm indoor sapphire pool features waterfalls, stone grottos, and underwater music. The fitness center includes Technogym equipment, and wellness classes are available. A sauna and massage services complete the leisure options.
Central Location
The hotel is in Dongcheng, a busy business district, steps from Wangfujing Pedestrian Street with shopping malls and local restaurants. Tian'anmen East Subway Station provides access to top attractions like the Forbidden City (2 km), Tiananmen Square (1.5 km), and Beihai Park (2.5 km).
Business and Services
A business center and 13,660 sq ft of conference space cater to corporate guests. The concierge can arrange day trips, and the tour desk suggests visits to the Summer Palace. Free Wi-Fi, keyless entry, and an advanced air-filter system for PM2.5 pollutants are included.
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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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