Hotel Jen Beijing by Shangri-La
Beijing, China
Chaoyang
Vibe
Vibrant street-art murals, buzzing communal lounges, and an upbeat social scene create an energetic hub for modern urban travelers.
“High-energy urban playground”
A 3,500-square-meter gym with a boxing ring, MMA zone, group classes, and a houndstooth-tiled lap pool.
Playful urban interiors showcase porcelain-leaf tree sculptures, colorful custom furnishings, and vibrant street-art murals throughout.
An on-site microbrewery and gastropub features live bands, craft beer taps, and late-night DJ sets.
In the Guomao CBD within the China World Trade Center complex, connected to the metro.
“JEN Beijing by Shangri-La is a rakishly modern, youthfully vibrant high-design alternative to the old guard of luxury hotels.”
Rooms
Interiors pair blonde wood, camel leather, and cream upholstery with playful yellow ottomans and colorful framed illustrations.
“The Dubai-based design agency Stickman Tribe has created a distinct urban vibe with tons of whimsical flourishes.”
Wellness
A 25-meter indoor pool features houndstooth tiles, while the massive fitness club holds a boxing ring and MMA training area.
Backstory
Opened in 2017 across the lower 22 floors of China World Tower B, the property reimagined traditional Shangri-La hospitality for younger travelers.
Eat & drink
Beersmith pours house-brewed craft beers beside visible copper tanks, while San Wu Tang serves freshly made local street food and jianbing.
The neighborhood
Directly connected to the China World Trade Center mall and metro lines, the hotel sits in the heart of Beijing's Guomao district.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.