Bronze hutong showpiece
Soaring lacquered portals, discrete residential chambers, and curated contemporary Chinese art create an atmosphere of hushed, intimate sophistication.
“From the lobby to the guest rooms, this hotel exudes intimate sophistication.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
An oxidizing bronze latticework facade shelters Yabu Pushelberg interiors with silk-paneled walls.
Remarkable
Dedicated concierges with a near one-to-one staff ratio, plus courtyard butler service.
Notable
Detached courtyard suites recreate classical siheyuan architecture alongside concierge-led hutong craft tours.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
The building … feels perfectly judged — equal parts modern international luxury hotel and ancient Chinese courtyard palace, a public monument and a private hideaway in equal measure.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set along Jinyu Hutong, the hotel is steps from the bustling Wangfujing shopping district and a short walk from the Forbidden City.
The rooms
Tower rooms feature eggshell-blue silk walls and marble bathrooms, while detached hutong courtyard suites showcase red timber pillars and tiled roofs.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Dark marble pillars flank the heated indoor lap pool, illuminated by cove lighting alongside a whirlpool bath.
The spa
Seven private suites have steam rooms and baths, with treatments drawing on meridian acupressure and osmanthus oils.
At the table
Michelin-starred Zijin Mansion serves refined Cantonese cuisine, and Brasserie 1893 prepares French dishes over twin Molteni ranges.
In place of an ostentatious lobby, the Beijing hotel is all silk-lined corridors, discrete chambers with tall ceilings, daring art pieces and gold-flecked Italian marble.
How it began
The hotel stands near the historical estate of Qing viceroy Li Hongzhang, who was the original New York flagship's first Chinese guest in 1896.
“The lobby is classic Art Deco, with traces of the orientalism that so fascinated the West during the early 20th century.”
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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.