What's it like in Downtown Beijing?

Downtown Beijing is a historic neighborhood known for its popular art scene and temples. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown Beijing? Consider a visit to Forbidden City while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Beijing?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, XinXiangYaYuan Courtyard is the highest ranked property in Downtown Beijing. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Wangfujing Street, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Beijing Tangfu Nanluoguxiang Wang Fu Jing Forbidden City Boutique Hotel and The PuXuan Hotel and Spa .

How many hotels will I find in the Downtown Beijing area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Beijing, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 495 Downtown Beijing hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Beijing, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Downtown Beijing.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Beijing?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Downtown Beijing, click here .

What is there to do around this Beijing neighborhood?

Explore Downtown Beijing's landmarks like Forbidden City, Qianmen Dajie, and Tiananmen and learn about the local history. Peninsula Beijing Shopping Arcade and Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Beijing include Intime Lotte Department Store, Dong'anmen Ming Imperial Palace Relics, and St. Joseph's Cathedral. While you're out sightseeing in Beijing, be sure to visit other sights like Imperial Archives or Wangfujing Street.

How can I get around Downtown Beijing and the greater Beijing area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Jinyu Hutong Station, Dengshikou Station, or Wangfujing Station. To venture out of town, take a train from Beijing Railway Station.

Top Downtown Beijing Hotels

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Comfort Apartment, Non Smoking, Patio | Individually decorated, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

BeijingSanlitunShimao Int'l Serviced Apt

Downtown Beijing

"The host was lovely and super helpful. The location was great for shopping, public transport (metro station and taxi rank) and lots of food options (local and western) with several malls within walking distance. Ultra modern bathroom. Great night life nearby also within walking distance. Spacious balcony with awesome view of the city. Forbidden City and Tianamen Square a short taxi ride from the apartment. "

Katherine

₩174,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Blossom House Beijing Tiananmen

Downtown Beijing

Fanglu

₩289,101 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 12 - Mar 13

Executive Deluxe King Room (with floor-to-ceiling bay window) | Living area | 50-inch LCD TV with digital channels, pay movies, heated floors

Beijing Shimao TNT Apartments

Downtown Beijing

Ming

₩135,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Four Points By Sheraton Beijing Sanlitun Workers Stadium

Downtown Beijing

₩199,875 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Beijing Chengying Hotel - Sanlitun Taikoo Li

Downtown Beijing

Luisa Emily

₩127,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

The Peninsula Beijing

Downtown Beijing

Rosie

₩593,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 12 - Mar 13

Conrad Beijing

Downtown Beijing

Niaz

₩255,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Grand Hyatt Beijing

Downtown Beijing

gustavo kiyoshi

₩300,643 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Regent Beijing

Downtown Beijing

KIN FAI GARY

₩258,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 6 - Apr 7

China World Summit Wing, Beijing

Downtown Beijing

elizabeth

₩424,487 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

Downtown Beijing

Lian

The St. Regis Beijing

Downtown Beijing

Wojciech

₩299,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 13 - Mar 14

Waldorf Astoria Beijing

Downtown Beijing

Cheng i

₩488,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 13 - Mar 14

Swissôtel Beijing Hong Kong Macau Center

Downtown Beijing

Weiyi

₩192,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 13 - Mar 14

Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

Downtown Beijing

Beau

₩126,005 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 10 - Mar 11

The PuXuan Hotel and Spa

Downtown Beijing

muu

₩596,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

The North Garden Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

Downtown Beijing

Jiangang

₩119,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 14 - Mar 15

The Ritz-Carlton Beijing Financial Street

Downtown Beijing

Fung Yee

₩299,637 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 6 - Apr 7

Park Plaza Beijing Wangfujing

Downtown Beijing

Chen

₩225,401 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 10 - Mar 11

Renaissance Beijing Wangfujing Hotel

Downtown Beijing

Yu-Ching

₩238,510 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

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Where to stay in Downtown Beijing

Find the best Downtown Beijing areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Beijing

Wangfujing Street showing signage, city views and a city

Wangfujing Shopping Area

Historic sites, art galleries, and museums highlight some notable features of Wangfujing Shopping Area. Make a stop by Forbidden City or Wangfujing Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dengshikou Station or Dongsi Station to get around town.

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Dongcheng

Home to major cultural attractions like the Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven, Dongcheng boasts vibrant nightlife in Nanluoguxiang's hutongs and shopping at Wangfujing. Prestigious hotels and nine metro lines ensure a convenient stay.

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Beijing National Stadium, water, sky, day

Chaoyang

Discover a bustling district with foreign embassies, Sanlitun bar street, and a thriving business area. Explore attractions like 798 Art Zone, Olympic Green, and Chaoyang Park, while enjoying convenient access to 14 metro lines and Beijing Capital Airport.

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Set in Beijing and taken on a clear April night

Dongdan

Dongdan is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Wangfujing Paleolithic Museum and Oriental Plaza, and you can get around town on the metro at Dengshikou Station.

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Summer Palace showing heritage elements and a river or creek

Haidian

Get to know Haidian and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Summer Palace and Fragrant Hills Park, and you can jump on the metro at Xibeiwang Station or Malianwa Station to get around the city.

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Top Downtown Beijing Hotel Reviews

Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

10/10 Excellent

"Lots of shops and restaurants near by. Also there is restaurants in the hotel which is very useful on lazy days. The staffnis super helpful, room is spotless. "