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Traditional courtyard design is the typical and main architecture in old Beijing, and it's the essence of this city. During the City development, countless traditional courtyards have been demolished and replaced by the skyscrapers and blocks of modern flats (apartments). The old houses are still disappearing every year.

 

Beijing is not just about the Great Wall and Forbidden City. The real local's life, Chinese culture and Beijing's history are all to be found among these surviving Hutongs, courtyard houses and behind these mysterious closed doors. We strongly recommend that you should stay in the traditional style courtyard accommodation in the Historical Conservation Residential Zone while you are in Beijing, instead of the modern looking star hotels which you can get anywhere in the world. It will be a special experience.

 

In Beijing, the traditional courtyard B&Bs/hotels have all been converted from former residences. So each one only has a limited number of rooms. This type of accommodation is very popular and often fully booked. So book early to avoid disappointment.

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 Special Deal: August 2008 Olympics Apartment Rental Offer

 

Traditional courtyard house bed and breakfast in Maoer Hutong Beijing. This architecture is also called Siheyuan

Mao'er Hutong Courtyard B&B

Location: Di'anmen, Dongcheng District

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As featured in "Willma Guides" book and New York Times Travel Blog

A renovated traditional Hutong courtyard house in a Historical Conservation Residential Zone in old city area Beijing - on one of the Hutong tour routes.
If you are looking for somewhere more private, then here is the ideal place.

All rooms are furnished with  traditional carved Chinese furniture and decorations. Walking distance to several tourist attractions. It's a highly rated guest house with lots of character. Ideal for a group of friends or relatives (maximum 10 people).

Room rates for 2 people and including breakfast (total 4 guest bedrooms):

300 ~ 580 RMB /night (about 42 ~ 80 USD). Olympics period rates see more details and only 1 single room available to book.

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ZhongTang Courtyard Hotel
Location: Xisi, Xicheng District

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A Qing dynasty courtyard Hotel located in a Historical Conservation Zone in old city area Beijing. it used to be the residence of Defence Minister Ertai in Qing dynasty.

From the busy main street to this quiet courtyard only needs 1 minute walk. To Xidan shopping street only 2 ~3 stops by bus.

This hotel iis near the intriguing Beihai Park (the former Royal Park). Also not far from Shichahai tourist attraction area. It's a good place to see and experience the real Beijing culture and Beijinger's life.

Modernised facilities nicely fit into this ancient house.

Room rates from 399 ~ 850 RMB /night (56 ~ 120 USD)Olympics period rates see more details.


LuSongYuan Courtyard Hotel
Location: Kuanjie, Dongcheng District

 

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An ancient house of the previous Qing dynasty General's resident. Situated in the  "Courtyard Conservation Zone" inside the Hutongs in old city area in central Beijing - Banchang Hutong, Kuanjie, Dongcheng district, Beijing. It is surrounded by historical courtyard houses.

Near the Bell & Drum Tower, Lamasery (Yonghegong), Shichahai/Houhai, Beihai Park, Prince Gong's Residence, Former Residence of Song Qingling and ancient Hutongs - all within walking distance. About 3 km to the Forbidden City, 6 km to Wangfujing pedestrian shopping street. 30 km form the airport.

Rates from 320 ~ 2700 RMB per night (45 ~ 380 USD) in different seasons. 

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BANQIAO Courtyard Guest House
Location: Dongzhimen, Dongcheng District

 

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BANQIAO GUESTHOUSE is located in Dongcheng District. The area is a Historical Conservation Residential Zone in old city area Beijing. Surrounded by those traditional Hutongs and courtyard houses.

It's only 1 minute walk to subway/underground station - BEIXINQIAO. Also walking distance toYONGHEGONG LAMA TEMPLE, Beijing Confucius Temple & The Imperial College. Not far from Houhai Lake, Bell & Drum Tower, SANLITUN / NANLLUOGUXIANG/SHICHA HAO  Bar Streets.

Here you will be surrounded by the real local people, and see the local people's daily life in Beijing.

Price from 495 ~ 1238 RMB per night (70 ~ 175 USD) .  Olympics rates are different.


HUTONGREN
Location: Ju'er Hutong, Nanluoguoxiang
Dongcheng district
 

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This courtyard house B&B is tucked in the North end of Nanluoguxiang - Ju'er Hutong. In a Historical Conservation Residential Zone in old city area Beijing. Great location for the people who want to explore Beijing Hutongs and interested in real local culture. The please is peaceful and cosy, you will feel at home. This B&B suits young travellers.

Total 9 small guest bedrooms, all rooms are air-conditioned and with private bathroom (shower).

Room rates from 200 ~ 500 RMB/night (28 ~ 68 USD ), breakfast is included. Please see more details.

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XINYUAN INN
Location: YANDAIXIEJIE, Houhai,
Dongcheng District
 

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This hotel is in an excellent location - on YANDAI XIEJIE (street) which is in very popular tourist area - SHICHAHAI scenic area (three lakes),  just a few minutes walk to the Drum Tower, also a few minutes walk to Yinding Bridge and HOUHAI lakes, where you can take boats in summer or stake in winter. 10 minutes walk to Beihai Park (back gate). Even possible to walk to Jingshan Park & The Forbidden City (about half an hour).

Room rates from 220 ~ 390 RMB/night (30 ~ 55 USD).

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SIHE HOTEL

Location: DENGCAO HUTONG
DONGSI SOUTH ST, Dongcheng District
 

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SIHE hotel is a traditional Chinese design courtyard house. It's  tucked in Dengcao Hutong, where is the centre of Beijing. The area is also a Historical Conservation Residential Zone in old city area Beijing (within 2nd Ring Rd).

15 minutes walk from WangFuJing Pedenstrian shopping street. 50 minutes drive to the airport. 30 minuts walk to Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden City.

The rooms are decorated traditional Chinese style with high standard facilities.

Room rates from 680 ~ 1510 RMB/night (97~216 USD). Olympics period rates see more details.
 


DOUBLE HAPPINESS HOTEL
Location: Dongsi Sitiao,
Dongcheng District
 

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Located in traditional residential Hutong area, DONGSI SITIAO - central Beijing Historical Conservation Residential Zone in old city area (within 2nd Ring Rd).

15 minutes walk from WangFuJing Pedenstrian shopping street. 50 minutes drive to the airport. 30 minuts walk to Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden City.

The rooms are nicely decorated with traditional Chinese style, as well as modern facilities.

Room rates from 350 ~ 890 RMB/night (50 ~127 USD). Olympics rates are different.
 


Emperor's Guards Station
Location: Beijige Santiao,
Dongcheng District
 

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A traditional style courtyard B&B located in the heart of Beijing - a Historical Conservation Residential Zone. Just to the East of Wangfujing pedestrian shopping street and Oriental Plaza, also close to several tourist attractions.

Several minutes walk  to two subway stations (line 1 & 5), also over 20 buses. Many restaurants, cafes & shops near by. Idea location for tourists.

11 km from Olympics main stadium area.

All rooms are nicely decorated with traditional Chinese style, also with modern facilities.

Room rates from 380 ~ 980 RMB/night (54 ~ 140 USD). Olympics rates are different.
 


N.E. Courtyard Hotel
Location: Yurya Hutong,
Dongcheng District
 

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A Chinese style small hotel located in the heart of Beijing - a Historical Conservation Residential Zone. Close to subway/metro station. Walking distance to Wangfujing pedestrian shopping street, also close to the Forbidden City and a few other tourist attractions.

5 minutes walk  to two subway stations (either Dongsi or Zhangzizhonglu), number of bus stops near by.. Convenient for restaurants, cafes & shops. Idea location for tourists.

10 km from Olympics main stadium area.

All rooms are nicely decorated with traditional Chinese style, with private bathroom.

Room rates from 300 ~ 430 RMB/night (43 ~ 62 USD). Olympics rates are different.
 


YWCA Garden Hotel
Location: Xitangzi Hutong,
Dongcheng District
 

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A typical Chinese courtyard style hotel located in the heart of Beijing - a Historical Conservation Residential Zone. Close to subway/metro station. Walking distance to Wangfujing pedestrian shopping street , the Forbidden City, Tian'anmen, National Gallery and a few other tourist attractions.

A few minutes walk DENGSHIKOU subway/metro stations, number of bus stops near by. Very convenient for restaurants, cafes & shops. Idea location for tourists.

10 km from Olympics main stadium area.

All rooms are well equipped and with private bathroom.

Room rates from 699 ~ 1199 RMB/night (100 ~ 172 USD). Olympics rates see more details..
 


Templeside Hostel
Location: Xisi, Xicheng district
 

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Two courtyard style hostels located in the Historical Conservation Zone in old city area Beijing - Xisi traditional Hutong residential area. With a few minutes walk, you can get to the busy main street with many bus routes. 15 min walk to underground/subway station (there will be a new station soon in 2008 only a few hundred meters away from these two hostels).

The location is also very close to some main tourist attractions, within 15~20 minutes cycle, you can get to: Beihai Park, Forbidden City, Shichahai (Houhai) Bar area, Xidan Shopping street and Shopping Centre...

Staying in here, you would be really surrounded by the local houses, and local neighbourhood. It can help you to get a better understanding of Beijing's local life and get more travelling experience. Wandering in the long and puzzling hutongs, smiling to local neighbors, looking at the view form courtyard house roof-top, hearing the whistles from swiftly flying-by doves, sitting in the peaceful courtyard and enjoying the sunshine...

Rates from 260 ~ 390 RMB/night (37 ~ 56 USD). Olympics period rates see more details.                     


Citycourt Hotel
Location: Dongliulisi Hutong,
Dongcheng District
 

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24 rooms traditional courtyard hotel in the heart of Beijing - a Historical Conservation Zone in old city area, surrounded by Hutongs and residential courtyards. Typical local atmosphere.

Walking distance to the Bell & Drum Towers, Nanluoguxiang bar street, Shichahai scenic area, and subway /metro station (GULOUDAJIE or ANDINGMEN station on line 2).

Approx. 3.5 km to the Forbidden City (North Gate) and Jingshan Park; 2 km to Beihai Park (North Gate); 7 km to the Temple of Heaven; 4 km to Wangfujing pedestrian shopping street; 5 km to Tian'anmen square...

About 7 km to 2008 Olympics Main Stadium, and 26 km to the airport.

Rates from 288 ~ 358 RMB (41 ~ 51 USD). Olympics period rates see more details                     


Taihuabinheyuan Apartment
(in East of Beijing City)
 

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Self-catering and Self-service 1 bedroom apartment size 78 sqm for Olympics rental
Maximum 5 people.

The apartment is located in TAIHUABINHE Complex, 41 SHILIJU, Dongsihuannan (East 4th Ring Rd), Chaoyang District. It's owned by a professional couple
who speak English, German & Chinese, also live near by.

1 Month rental (for August): 21,000 RMB (about 2966 USD or 1879 EURO).
Weekly Rental (in August):  8500 RMB (about 1200 USD or 760 EURO).
Flexible
check in / check out dates. Price includes utility bills (international phone bill is extra).

For other months inquires please contact us for price.


(Booked out 14 - 22 August). Other dates are still available to book.


Taipinglu Apartment
(Location: Taipinglu, Haidian District)

Walking distance to Basketball & Baseball venues
- for Olympics Rental Only

A self-catering, self serviced 2 bedroom apartment, only 1.6 km to the Olympic Basketball & Baseball venues (20 minutes walk). 3.6 km to the softball venue.

15 minutes walk to underground Line 1 - Wukesong Station, easy access to the city centre (8 stops to Tian'anmen Square).

(BOOKED OUT)


Xiuyuan Apartment

(Location: Walking distance to the main stadium)

Walking distance to Beijing Olympic Main Stadium
- for Olympics Rental Only

A self-catering 2 bedroom apartment, very close to the Olympic Village, nearby Olympic centre and Olympic Park. Only 2 km from the Olympic main stadium (walking distance).

 (BOOKED OUT)

 

 

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