Imperial all-suite sanctum
A traditional Chinese gate opens to a palatial white marble lobby where grand columns frame three tiers of luxury shopping boutiques.
“It's a grand hotel, but not over-the-top. Rooms are customizable: there are bedside and desk tablets that can be preset in 11 languages...”
Where it shines
Exceptional
In-room check-in, flexible Peninsula Time arrivals, and round-the-clock valet boxes attend to every guest need.
Remarkable
A dramatic three-story atrium leads to yacht-inspired suites crafted with Italian sustainable mahogany joinery.
Notable
A fixture on Goldfish Lane since 1989, sustained by generations gathering for afternoon lobby tea.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Forbes Five-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
a visitor here may rightly expect to encounter the extremely high standard of service for which the Peninsula hotels have become known.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set on historic Goldfish Lane in Dongcheng, the hotel is a short stroll from Wangfujing shopping street and the Forbidden City.
The rooms
All-suite accommodations feature separate living quarters, walk-in dressing areas, and black-and-white marble bathrooms detailed with goldfish mosaic tiles.
The pool and gym
Bring a swimsuit.
A heated indoor pool rests beneath frosted windows, steps from a fitness room equipped with Life Fitness machines.
The spa
Twelve private treatment suites host jade stone rituals, traditional Chinese cupping, and sound baths beside an Oriental tea lounge.
Restaurant
Huang Ting
Built with grey brick and Qing Dynasty antiques, this courtyard-style restaurant serves Cantonese dishes and over fifty varieties of Chinese tea.
At the table
Jing Bar mixes cocktails at a sleek illuminated counter, serving small plates alongside regular live jazz sessions.
How it began
First opened in 1989, the property underwent a major transformation that consolidated 525 original hotel rooms into 230 expansive suites.
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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.