The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower - Beijing

$$$$||View on mapBeijing, ChinaNo. 65 Baochao Hutong, Gulou East Street, Beijing, China|
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The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower - Beijing
No. 65 Baochao Hutong, Gulou East Street, Beijing, China·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Staff9.9
Location9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Comfort9.5
Facilities9.3
Who stays here
Couples59%
Solo17%
Families15%
Groups9%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Staff9.9
Location9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Comfort9.5
Facilities9.3
Who stays here
Couples59%
Solo17%
Families15%
Groups9%

Boutique Hotel in Beijing's Historic Hutong District, a 12-Minute Walk from Houhai Lake

Location

The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower Beijing sits in the historic Hutong area, 12 minutes on foot from Houhai Lake. Guloudajie subway station is a 10-minute walk from the property. The Forbidden City is 3 kilometers away, and Lama Temple is a 24-minute walk from the hotel.

Rooms & Suites

Rooms include a flat-screen TV with a custom media system, an electric kettle, and a Chinese tea maker. Detached from the main building, the hotel's Private Residences offer the same amenities as the rest of the hotel. Each room has a private bathroom with a hairdryer and bathrobe.

Dining

The hotel has two on-site restaurants: Toast, which serves diverse culinary options, and Furongji, offering Cantonese dim sum. A bakery and a cocktail bar are also attached to the property. Each morning, the staff prepares a fresh, hearty breakfast for guests.

Services & Amenities

The Orchid Hotel Beijing provides complimentary bicycles for exploring the city. A 24-hour front desk, ticketing service, and tour desk help guests arrange excursions. Luggage storage and private check-in/check-out are available for guest convenience.

Experiences

The hotel's location in the Hutong area offers access to authentic local life away from typical tourist spots. Guests can use the bicycles to reach nearby attractions such as the Drum Tower and Qingnianhu Park. The staff provides a map with recommended restaurants and shops in the neighborhood.

  • Location: Historic Hutong area, 12 min from Houhai Lake
  • Rooms: Private Residences detached from main hotel
  • Dining: Toast and Furongji restaurants on site
  • Activities: Complimentary bicycles for city exploration
  • Services: 24-hour front desk and tour desk
  • Nearby: Forbidden City 3 km, Drum Tower walking distance
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs CNY 99.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Chinese, Russian
Building
Number of rooms:15
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Rooms and availability

Lodge
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Courtyard view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Duplex Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Courtyard view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Residence
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Courtyard view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Garden view
  • Courtyard view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower

💵 Lowest room price 185 £
📏 Distance to centre 4.2 km
✈️ Distance to airport 25.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport Beijing Capital International, PEK

Location

No. 65 Baochao Hutong, Gulou East Street, Beijing, China
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No. 65 Baochao Hutong, Gulou East Street, Beijing, China
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
South of Andingmen Wesst Road North of East Gulou Street
baochao hutong
510 m
Restaurant
Modernista
500 m
Restaurant
Furongji
430 m
Restaurant
Tai He Yu Fang
810 m
Restaurant
Hani Gejiu Restaurant
760 m
Restaurant
Santoor Restaurant
410 m
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paper
460 m
Restaurant
Punk Rock Noodles
660 m
Restaurant
MaiFresh
490 m
Restaurant
LostParadise
990 m
Restaurant
Suzuki Kitchen
630 m

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FAQ about The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower

What are the top attractions to visit while staying at the perfect The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower hotel?
Attractions that are worth your attention include Yonghe Temple, situated 25 minutes' walk away as well as Meridian Gate, located 3.1 km from the perfect The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower hotel.
Does the perfect The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower provide an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle is one of the services offered by the perfect The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
Is there any public transport close to this perfect hotel?
Yes, there is Shichahai tube station set 450 meters from this perfect hotel and Andingmen bus stop 10 minutes' walk away.
What dining options does The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower hotel offer?
The guests of The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower hotel can enjoy their dinner in Toast restaurant which serves Catalan meals.
Can I have lunch or dinner next to the perfect The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower?
Restaurants near the perfect The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower include paper (just moments from the property) as well as ShiRou Shou ShaoRou XiaoGuan (500 meters away).
Can I have breakfast at The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
How much does it cost to stay at The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower hotel?
The price for a room in The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower hotel starts at $136.
What payment methods are available in the perfect The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower?
At the perfect The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower, you can pay using сash, Mastercard, and Visa.
What room types are available at The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower?
King Room, Lodge, and Annex Room are among the room types available at The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the hotel?
All suites at the hotel boast sound-proofed windows and a writing table as well as private bathrooms furnished with a hair dryer, towels, and a shower.
Is the staff at the perfect The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower multilingual?
Yes, the staff of the perfect The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower speaks Russian, Chinese, Spanish, and English.
Which facilities are available in the perfect The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower?
Top locations of the perfect The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower include a restaurant and baggage storage, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security.
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