Xitan Hotel Beijing
Beijing, China
Tanzhesi
Vibe
Wandering secluded stone courtyards and misty mountain paths offers a meditative retreat, punctuated by birdsong and the quiet aroma of incense.
“Terraced mountain oasis”
Terraced grey-tiled courtyards, cascading waterfalls, and dry rockeries crafted in an understated Song Dynasty aesthetic.
Attentive personal butler service, fine dining from Xin Rong Ji, and thirty-eight spacious suites with mountain views.
Hydrotherapy spring pools, private in-room thermal soaking tubs, and an outdoor heated rooftop pool overlooking the mountains.
In the Western Hills near Tanzhe Temple, on the terraced site of an ancient Ming Dynasty village.
“the guest quarters are arranged around courtyards in the traditional style, while the interiors, though historically inspired, take a more contemporary turn.”
Rooms
Spread across tiered courtyards, spacious suites come equipped with private thermal soaking tubs and wide views of the Western Hills.
Wellness
Qin Spa centers on mineral hydrotherapy spring pools and holistic bodywork, complemented by an outdoor heated rooftop pool overlooking the peaks.
Backstory
Built across two hectares, the retreat occupies the terraced footprint of Yangpoyuan, an ancient Ming Dynasty village near Tanzhe Temple.
Eat & drink
The House of Rong presents seasonal Chinese banqueting, alongside rare spirits at Wunian Whisky Bar and tea beside the courtyard waterfall.
The neighborhood
Perched in the forested ridges of Mentougou, ancient Tanzhe Temple is just minutes away while Beijing city center feels worlds apart.
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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.