Beijing, ChinaWangfujing
Grand Hyatt Beijing
Subterranean lagoon tower
Wangfujing Beijing, China
Renovated
2023
Price
$$$
Rated for
Wellness Social LocalOutside the door
The house
HyattSubterranean lagoon tower
This curved glass tower anchors a sprawling commercial complex, concealing a massive tropical grotto two levels beneath the lobby.
“From the lobby, the Grand Hyatt Beijing is another grand hotel with soaring ceilings and windows, polished marble floors, and an attentive staff.”
What it’s good at
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
this curved glass tower is "one of the places to be in Beijing." Its "excellent location" places it minutes from the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and the Wangfujing night market.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The pedestrian malls of Wangfujing start right outside, and the Forbidden City sits just down Chang'an Avenue.
The rooms
Renovated rooms keep a quiet palette of light wood and marble, with floor-to-ceiling windows looking over the city.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The pool and spa
The palm-lined lagoon pool plays music underwater, and the spa has mosaic whirlpools and private treatment rooms.
Bar
Fountain Lounge
The lounge looks onto the outdoor fountains through floor-to-ceiling glass, serving afternoon tea and evening cocktails.
At the table
Made in China prepares Beggar's chicken in glass-walled kitchens, and The Patisserie bakes fresh pastries daily.
How it began
Tycoon Li Ka-shing developed the vast complex in 2001, adapting traditional siheyuan courtyard proportions to modern glass towers.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.