Where is the best place to stay in Beijing?
By Daniel Hoadley. June 10, 2022
Beijing is one of the most energetic and captivating cities you'll ever visit. This sprawling metropolis is a whopping 4,700 years old, and it's still reinventing itself today. Enchanting ancient temples sit cheek by jowl-with fashionable boutiques, while traditional noodle bars co-exist next door to Michelin Star restaurants. Beijing attracts millions of tourists annually, and it's easy to see why. It features seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites and offers plenty to keep you occupied for weeks at a time. Choosing the right place to stay in a large city can be daunting, but we aim to portray the best areas that Beijing offers.
When looking for a place to stay in Beijing, look no further than the central-eastern area of Dongcheng. Whether new to the district or planning a return trip, we guarantee you will find new and exciting activities. With a booming economy and the most historical district in Beijing, Dongcheng exerts tremendous influence over the city and attracts many global tourists. It's packed with world-renowned sites meaning staying in Dongcheng allows you to wake up next to the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square every morning! Although it revels in its history, the district has still made room for modern necessities such as efficient subway systems, walking streets and hotels.
Some of our favorite attractions in Dongcheng are just a short distance from most of the featured hotels. For history lovers and architectural admirers, we couldn't recommend visiting the Forbidden City enough. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987 and boasting cheap entrance fees, there is no reason to overlook a trip here!
Sanlitun is a thriving nightlife, restaurant and shopping district in the south-central area of Beijing. It's home to some of the liveliest bars in the whole of Beijing (Bar Street) and boasts a plethora of diverse shopping malls and restaurants catered to everyone's palettes (Taikoo Li North, Taikoo South and Taikoo SOHO, respectively).
Xicheng District is a district of Beijing located just west of the city's center. It's a place full of history and culture, but also an area filled with modern amenities that make it an ideal setting for travelers looking to stay in Beijing.
Haidian District is full of life and history. Located in the northwest part of Beijing, Haidian has become a popular tourist destination due to its bustling urban environment, vibrant nightlife, educational history and reliable transport links. With so much going on in this district, it can be hard to keep track of all the incredible things you can do there. The community is home to the famous Peking University and Tsinghua University and houses a further 17 universities.
Located in the northeast of Beijing, Wangjing is known for its idyllic scenery and numerous tourist attractions. From traditional Chinese gardens to vibrant night markets, there are plenty of things to do in this beautiful part of the world.
Do you want to explore the beauty of Beijing? If so, then a stay in the Fengtai District is definitely recommended. Located in the southwest part of the city, it's one of the oldest districts in Beijing and offers plenty of things to do for both local and international visitors.
Daniel Hoadley
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