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Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing
Hotel in Dongcheng, Beijing (1.1 miles from Forbidden City)
Mandarin Oriental Wangfujing, Beijing features a fitness center, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Beijing.
The Peninsula Beijing
Hotel in Dongcheng, Beijing (1.4 miles from Forbidden City)
Offering a combination of timeless Chinese artistry and craftsmanship, The Peninsula Beijing is the Premier All-Suite Hotel which offers cutting-edge technology and superlative service in the heart of...
The Imperial Mansion, Beijing - Marriott Executive Apartments
Hotel in Dongcheng, Beijing (1.1 miles from Forbidden City)
Strategically occupying a prime location in the heart of the bustling Wangfujing commercial area, The Imperial Mansion, Beijing - Marriott Executive Apartments is surrounded by popular shopping malls,...
Pan Pacific Beijing
Hotel in Xicheng, Beijing (1.1 miles from Forbidden City)
Set in the popular Xidan Area, Pan Pacific Beijing is about a 25-minute walk from Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. It takes 10 minutes to walk to Xinhua Gate. Featuring a 24-hour front desk.
Kelly‘s Courtyard Hotel
Hotel in Xicheng, Beijing (1.1 miles from Forbidden City)
Kelly‘s Courtyard Hotel is a stylish courtyard hostel located in a traditional Hutong (alley) in the heart of Beijings Xidan District, a vibrant commercial area and the capitals financial district,...
The PuXuan Hotel and Spa
Hotel in Dongcheng, Beijing (1.2 miles from Forbidden City)
Located on Wangfujing Street, The PuXuan Hotel and Spa is around a 10-minute drive to The Forbidden City, Jingshan Park and shopping district.
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The PuXuan Hotel and Spa
Hotel in Dongcheng, BeijingBreakfast options9.2Scored 9.2WonderfulRated wonderful· 76 reviewsLocated on Wangfujing Street, The PuXuan Hotel and Spa is around a 10-minute drive to The Forbidden City, Jingshan Park and shopping district.
Breakast was quite bland except for the beef noodle soup.
Beijing Jingyuan Courtyard Hotel
Hotel in Dongcheng, BeijingBreakfast options9.4Scored 9.4WonderfulRated wonderful· 11 reviewsLocated next to Wangfujing Church, Beijing Jingyuan Courtyard Hotel is a 2-minute walk from Wangfujing Shopping area.
great place! full of history and tradition culture! amazing!!!
Waldorf Astoria Beijing
Hotel in Dongcheng, BeijingBreakfast options8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 114 reviewsWaldorf Astoria Beijing artfully blends rich Chinese tradition and modern sophistication along the prestigious Jinyu Hutong in Wangfujing.
Staff friendly and tentative. Great location. Excellent Breakfast.
Sunworld Hotel Wangfujing
Hotel in Dongcheng, BeijingBreakfast options8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 405 reviewsIdeally located in the heart of the bustling Wangfujing Commercial Area, Sunworld Hotel is surrounded by plenty of well-known shopping malls and stylish restaurants.
Everything was excellent. The location is perfect.
Hilton Beijing Wangfujing
Hotel in Dongcheng, BeijingBreakfast options8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 279 reviewsLocated in the middle of the shopping hub of Wangfujing, the spectacular Hilton Beijing Wangfujing offers a prime location.
everything was perfect, rooms, restaurant, stuff, location.
Empark Prime Hotel Beijing
Hotel in Dongcheng, BeijingBreakfast options8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 328 reviewsLocated on Wangfujing Street, Prime Hotel offers 5 dining options, an indoor pool and parking(RMB15/hour). Rooms feature free WiFi and city views.
Walking distance to 王府井 & many other attractions!
Beijing Hotel NUO Forbidden City
Hotel in Dongcheng, BeijingBreakfast options8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 59 reviewsSet in a classic French-orient architecture, Beijing Hotel NUO showcases the charm of Old China with its rich furnishings and priceless antiques.
Excelente hotel, muito bem localizado, ótima estrutura, limpeza.
The Purple Horse
Hotel in Dongcheng, BeijingBreakfast options9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 1 reviewThe Purple Horse features a fitness center, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Beijing.
Budget hotels near Forbidden City
8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 4 reviewsFeaturing free WiFi throughout the property, Jinjiang Inn Beijing Wangfujing is located in Beijing, 2297 feet from Wangfujing Street and 1.2 mi from Forbidden City.
9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 451 reviewsKelly‘s Courtyard Hotel is a stylish courtyard hostel located in a traditional Hutong (alley) in the heart of Beijings Xidan District, a vibrant commercial area and the capitals financial district,...
The courtyard is really beautiful and Mark is very helpful
8.7Scored 8.7ExcellentRated excellent· 124 reviewsAdjacent to the famous Jingshan Park, The Jingshan Garden Hotel is a Cultural Oasis of tranquility at the very heart of Beijing.
Really nice staff & Good hotel in a great location
7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 6 reviewsConveniently located in the Dongcheng District district of Beijing, Atour Hotel Beijing Tiananmen Wangfujing Pedestrian is located 1.1 miles from Forbidden City, 1.4 miles from Tiananmen Square and...
8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 2 reviewsSet next to The Geological Museum of China, Jinjiang Inn Beijing Xisi offers accommodations in Beijing. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi is provided in all areas.
7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 9 reviewsUrCove by HYATT Beijing Forbidden City is located in Dongcheng District, around a 10-minute walk from Wangfujing Subway Station (Line 1) and around a 20-minute walk from the Forbidden City.
房间很卫生干净，地理位置绝佳，服务员态度非常好。国庆期间入住，，酒店还主动免费给我们升级了内景庭院豪华间，非常感谢哦。
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- 8.0Scored 8.0
From entrance to exit, it is only a one-way street, so you...
From entrance to exit, it is only a one-way street, so you can't exactly go out from the way you come in. They do have souvenir shops inside with average price. It is a long walk from entrance to exit with lots of seating area. From the exit, the nearest metro station will be at least 1,5km away. I think it's best for you to invest in Sightseeing bus for that day for convenience.
ClarissaIndonesia - 8.0Scored 8.0
Best to find a english guide to bring you in.
Best to find a english guide to bring you in. It will be faster too. And inside all the infrastructures are almost the same. The guide can provide good history on whats all the different houses are for...
JimmySingapore - 8.0Scored 8.0
You really need to reserve tickets online in advance.
You really need to reserve tickets online in advance. The official website to do this is of course only in Chinese; you need to use online travel service sites (ctrip or similar) if you are the average western tourist; it works just by giving them online your passport nr and pay by creditcard. Do not expect a confirmation reference number or anything like that: they apparently "register" your passport nr in the entrance ticketing system and you just go with the crowd to arrive to the gate and then show your passport to the guards. Surprisingly - considering the colossal crowds - it does work. There ARE possibly some tickets left for onsite purchase that you COULD buy at the ticketing counter on the day in the morning but A. you need to FIND that counter. Again, colossal crowds and immense spaces with practically zero information signalled in English... and B. they may run out in a few minutes after opening. (by the time you make your way through to the ticket counters those few tickets would be swapped up by the better informed/ faster local tourists)
zoltan - 6.0Scored 6.0
I highly suggest to book the visit in advance.
I highly suggest to book the visit in advance. The place is really crowded and tickets go sold out really fast. It's tricky because you cannot book it on the official website more than 10 days in advance and it always sold out 2 days before. Also you need some specific information such as Chinese phone number (you might use the hotel one) and to book in on a computer not on a phone. I would suggest buying the ticket in experiences websites, you will probably pay a little bit more but you can ensure the entrance.
Anna ClaudiaItaly - 8.0Scored 8.0
In summer when we visited it was extremely busy and hot.
In summer when we visited it was extremely busy and hot. The automatic tour guide machines don’t work so well. Perhaps better experienced with a tour guide who can get you ahead of the crowds and explain everything
BarbaraAustralia - 10Scored 10
Amazing place!
Amazing place! Book online, and check the treasures and the clocks exhibitions. They're worth the extra time. If you want to explore this place thoroughly or without a hurry, prepare to spend 4 hours +. To book online by yourself you need a Chinese phone number, your passport number and a computer. The online booking system does not work with mobiles or tablets. If you can, avoid the weekend due to the number of visitors. If it's sunny, use sunblock. Bring an empty backpack in case you want to buy special items from the shops inside the palace. Most of them are by the North exit. Save some energy at the end if you want to go to the park in the north of the palace, to see some panoramic views of the city and the palace.Carlos PabloNetherlands
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- From $191.81 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 328 reviewsRoom size is reasonable with very nice bath tub. Comfy bed. Location is excellent. Walking distance to "Wang Fu Jing" and not far from Forbidden City and other tourists attractions.
GraceSingapore - From $139.99 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 291 reviewsThe location was close to few malls, Forbidden City and 2 metros. The bed was comfortable. I got upgraded to a suite, which was a sweet gesture.
RiteshUnited Arab Emirates - From $174.85 per night8.6Scored 8.6ExcellentRated excellent· 323 reviewsI’ll start saying… please stay here! The location is superb! In a quiet hutong just by the exciting region of Wanfujing, 1-2 min away from the subway and a short bike ride to the forbidden city. The staff is sooo nice! Very kind and polite… The room is huge! It’s literally an apartment just for you. I had the best experience with Stey and would definitely stay here again! They also have a gym, free laundry and free soft drinks! Is there anything else to say? Stay here!
FernandaBrazil - From $193.37 per night9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 202 reviewsGood size of hotel rooms Good gym Central location, near to Forbidden City Close to a big mall Helpful, friendly staff
NiklasGermany - From $178.60 per night8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 134 reviewsthe location is within walking distance to Tiananmen and the Forbidden city. The breakfast was super delicious, a combination of the Chinese style and American continental breakfast.NingUnited States of America
- From $139.76 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 436 reviewsI really like the location of the hotel, it's smaller than what I expected but it's very convenient to go places especially since there is the subway station just minutes away. Also, there are many shopping centers and the famous Forbidden City/ Tiananmen Square close by.
KarryUnited States of America - From $112.88 per night7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 327 reviewsThis is a great property. Great price and a great location. Close to many locations, Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Baihal park. About 100 meters to a subway station. Many restaurants, pedestrian street right by the hotel. I will book this place agianchrisUnited States of America
- From $149.03 per night8.8Scored 8.8ExcellentRated excellent· 185 reviewsThe purpose for my Beijing trip was to visiting the Great Wall and the forbidden city. The location of the hotel is perfect for visiting Mutianyu part of the Great Wall. There is a direct bus route right behind the hotel. The hotel is also 1 minute away from subway, very convenient. The hotel is recently renovated so everything looks new and clean. Overall I liked my stay.ZZhexiUnited States of America
- From $111.65 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 748 reviewsI found it very close to the subway station like around 5 minutes walk will do. It take me about 30 min to travel from hotel to the forbidden city (故宫). The location is good.AAnonymousChina
- From $135.24 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 62 reviewsGreat hotel to stay several days in Beijing ! Extremely well located (close to shops, restaurant, Qianmen Street, Tianment Square, Forbidden City etc), employees will made everything for the stay to be smooth, old and historical Hutong atmosphere, mix to a modern and zen ambiance. Very very good value for money ! I would go back again !
AlexiaBelgium
What Guests Said About Forbidden City:
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Visiting the Great Wall and the Forbidden City is a must
Visiting the Great Wall and the Forbidden City is a must
Ingrid France -
Winter is a good time to avoid the crows, but you still have to be early for the forbidden city and the smog is of course worse in winter
Winter is a good time to avoid the crows, but you still have to be early for the forbidden city and the smog is of course worse in winter.
Anonymous -
The forbidden City and the Summer Palace gives you a very good idea of their rich culture
Don't use the Tours that are being offered , learn to use the subway trains are very efficient .You can get around anywhere in Beijing for 2 RMB , so traveling anywhere is very cheap .You only need to pay for your entrance fees wherever you go . The forbidden City and the Summer Palace gives you a very good idea of their rich culture .
Debbie South Africa -
Visit the hutongs area north of Forbidden City - a good experience of the very old and modern Beijing
Visit the hutongs area north of Forbidden City - a good experience of the very old and modern Beijing
Aik Meng Singapore -
The Forbidden City is amazing (I paid for the audio guide), and explains a lot about the life and times of the emperors who lived there
The main places to see are easily accessible and not expensive. The Forbidden City is amazing (I paid for the audio guide), and explains a lot about the life and times of the emperors who lived there. Walking around the hutongs gives you the opportunity to see a part of the city that is still as it has been for many years, so see them before they disappear!. Of course a day trip to the Wall will help you appreciate how the Chinese tried to keep marauders and invaders out of their territory - quite an amazing piece of civil engineering even though it didn't in the end prevent Genghis Khan from entering the kingdom.
Anonymous Australia -
Third day of holidays 2014 (peak time of course is the first) Forbidden City count for a day was 140 000 people
You cannot!!! Unless it is deep winter and snow has fallen... But do yourself a favor - do not travel to Beijing for sightseeing on the first week of October (National Holidays). Third day of holidays 2014 (peak time of course is the first) Forbidden City count for a day was 140 000 people!!! Weather wise best is September...
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