Beijing Destination Guide
Hotels
In the first two decades following the PRC's foundation in 1949, Beijing had virtually no hotels (at least by Western standards), due to economic and social conditions at the time. One system of institution providing a place for individuals traveling to Beijing from other locations to spend the night was the zhaodaisuo (literally, "accommodation centre"). Zhaodaisuo were subordinate to state organisations or state organs. Older ones had communal public conveniences and amenities. Some zhaodaisuos still remain in use today.
In the late 1970s, Beijing, alongside much of China during the period of reform and economic opening under Deng Xiaoping, saw greater attempts at attracting and catering to international business. A large number of hotels and other facilities to accommodate business, tourist, and other visitors began to be constructed. Today, given Beijing's size and status as one of the most frequently visited and economically, politically, and culturally important cities in Asia, a great number of hotels exist, many rivalling the highest international standards.
5 Star Options:
- Beijing Hotel
- Great Wall Sheraton Hotel
- China World Hotel (Shangri-La)
- St. Regis
- Grand Hyatt Oriental Plaza
- Peninsula Palace Hotel
- Kerry Centre Hotel
- The Red Capital Residence
- Kempinski Hotel Great Wall
4 Star Options:
- Novotel Peace Hotel
- Wangfujing Grand Hotel
- Taiwan Hotel
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