The PuXuan Hotel and Spa
Beijing, China
Vibe
Sunlit lounges and quiet terraces balance Beijing’s bustle with intuitive hostmanship, blending museum-calibre tranquility with stylish, contemporary social spaces.
“Modernist art showcase”
Ole Scheeren’s stacked glass-cube architecture houses interiors crafted with artisanal Shang Xia furnishings and curated Chinese art.
Round-the-clock check-in, complimentary laundry and minibar perks, plus oversized in-room safes designed to secure art acquisitions.
Overlooking Forbidden City rooftops, incorporating antique carved menduns and regional tea ceremonies beside the Guardian Art Center.
At Wangfujing and Wusi Street, moments from the National Art Museum of China and the Forbidden City.
“Inside the lobby and the public spaces it’s rather warmer, full of rich details and natural colors, as well as examples of various Chinese art…”
Rooms
Acoustic timber panelling, rattan sliding screens, and 500-thread-count linens frame views over Forbidden City rooftops and ancient Dongcheng alleyways.
“The building’s traffic-halting cube shape was renowned German architect Ole Scheeren’s conception.”
Wellness
A top-floor spa encased in jet-black carbon fibre offers bespoke treatment suites, steam facilities, saunas, and a round-the-clock Technogym fitness centre.
“the inner courtyard has been turned into a communal sky garden in a poetic tribute to hutong architecture…”
Backstory
The hotel sits directly atop the Guardian Art Center auction house, filling its contemporary corridors with rotating collections of Chinese art.
Eat & drink
Dine on Cantonese dishes at Michelin-starred Fu Chun Ju, sip cocktails at French-accented Rive Gauche, or book tastings in the dedicated Tea Room.
The neighborhood
Set at the corner of Wangfujing and Wusi Street, the property borders historic Dongcheng hutongs, steps from the National Art Museum.
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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.