Location
The hotel is located within the Central Business District which holds the prestigious China World Trade Centre, and is attached to the China World Shopping Mall. It is set near many foreign embassies and lies only 30 minutes from Beijing Capital International Airport. The hotel is just a stone's throw from the Forbidden City. The immediate vicinity of the hotel offers restaurants and bars, links to the public transport network and shopping venues. Many attractions are not far away, for example it is 20 minutes by car to the Temple of Heaven, a 40-minute drive to the Summer Palace, 60 km to the Ming Tombs and the Great Wall of China is 75 km away.
Facilities
716 non-smoking rooms, including 44 junior suites, 12 suites, 442 single rooms and 214 double rooms, are located on 21 storeys and can be reached by 8 lifts. Check-in and check-out are possible at any time at the 24-hour reception desk. Amenities include a cloakroom, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops as well. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park (for a fee). Further services include medical assistance, translation services, room service (for a fee), a laundry service and a hairdresser.
Rooms
Rooms include air conditioning and central heating. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed or a king-size bed. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. Internet access, a telephone and a television with satellite/cable channels are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. Family rooms are available for parents with children.
Sports/Entertainment
The indoor and outdoor pools are ideal for exercise as well as relaxation. Guests can use the parasols on the sun terrace. A hot tub can soothe sore muscles (for a fee). For those who wish to stay active while on holiday, the hotel offers tennis. Guests can enjoy a wide range of indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, squash and aerobics. The hotel offers a range of facilities in the wellness area. Options include a spa and, for an additional fee, a steam bath, massage treatments and a solarium.
Meals
Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café and a bar. Guests can dine in 4 restaurants, which have air conditioning and high chairs as well as smoking and non-smoking areas. Catering options include bed and breakfast and full board. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch and dinner, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Special meals, including diet meals, are also available. The hotel also offers special catering options.
Payment
All major credit cards, including American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard, are accepted for payment.