Boutique hotels in Beijing blend modern design with Chinese tradition, offering personalized service and luxurious amenities. Expect properties in prime locations like Wangfujing and the Central Business District, within walking distance of the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. Many feature indoor swimming pools, full-service spas, and exceptional dining. Budgets typically start around $200 per night for entry-level rooms.
Top-rated options include Regent Beijing by IHG, steps from Dengshikou Station and near Wangfujing, with its Regent Club and Olympic-sized pool. Legendale Hotel Beijing offers neo-classical elegance with a 17-story atrium and a history of hosting world leaders. For art lovers, Hotel Éclat Beijing houses an impressive art collection with works by Dali and Andy Warhol, plus private massage chairs. Waldorf Astoria Beijing, set on a historic hutong, provides personalized service with Aesop toiletries and a heated indoor pool. Book early to secure the best rates.