The many reviews already written are very representative, and were the reason that we stayed here. Not at all disappointed. We found the staff very friendly and very helpful. This hotel is for those who want to experience China, not another generic, high end hotel in a big city. Some of the comments had me wondering whether we'd have some trouble finding it. Our taxi from the airport had some trouble, but it was quickly and easily resolved by the driver with a call from his cell phone. The hotel is very conveniently located. The city center is within walking distace. This was our first trip to China, and we'll be coming back.

If you are looking for an adventure this is it. We went to China in August on our honeymoon. I talked my hasband into staying here for one day. He was shaky about "traditional" hotels. We loved it. Our room with the canope bed was just like the ones in palace. The bed was great. Bathroom was OK: clean, simple, in working order. The yard outside had roses and a date tree full of dates. Older couple enjoyed their coffee and paper there. Ones you hind your way out of the labirinth of small sreets you will find a wide avenue with bright shops and restaurants. We will come back for our anniversary.

We loved this little hotel !

We booked one of the more basic rooms for our 4 night stay but were more than happy. It was a large room in the corner of the courtyard with a massive bathroom (fantastic shower), mini fridge, tv etc and a brilliant aircon.

We loved the authenticity of the place and the helpfulness of the staff - they could not do enough for you !

Would definetly recommend to anyone wanting to experince Beijing and not just a bog standard chain hotel

We also booked our stay in this hotel because of the posItive reviews already submitted by other Trip Advisor members. We were so happy that we did. This hotel does not disappoint. Our room faced out onto the lovely, quiet courtyard. When we were having our breakfast there the only other occupants were the sparrow- type birds. The hutongs are really interesting and safe and it is such a shame that they are fast disappearing to make way for `progress'. Our bathroom was great. Modern, clean and well stocked. The staff all spoke English well and were extremely helpful. We booked a taxi to Simatai through the hotel and the driver was terrific. Friendly, helpful and a safe driver. If we are lucky enough to return to China we would certainly stay again in this hotel.