The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower
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About this property
House in a well-preserved old residence, The Orchid Hotel, Beijing is located in the historic Hutong area in the heart of Beijing, a 12-minute walk from Houhai Lake, a popular area filled with various bars and restaurants. It features free WiFi in all areas and free bicycles. Orchid Hotel is 3 km from The Forbidden City. Lama Temple is a 24-minute walk from this property. Guloudajie subway station is a 10-minute walk from this property. Both Beijing South Railway Station and Beijing West Railway Station can be accessed in 55 minutes' drive. It takes around 50 minutes by car to Beijing Capital International Airport. Using natural elements as brick, cloth and wood, the rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen TV with a custom media system and air conditioning. There is also an electric kettle and a Chinese tea maker. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and a bathrobe. Detached from the main hotel property is the hotel's new Private Residences that offer the same amenities as the rest of the hotel. Guests may chill out on the terrace, or take a small stroll in the ancient valley. Other facilities offered include ticketing service and a tour desk. The hotel staff prepares fresh, hearty breakfast each morning for guests.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 3 restaurants
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Availability
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1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 double bed and 1 extra-large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 extra-large double bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
Bedroom 1 extra-large double bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
Bedroom 1 large double bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed | ||
1 large double bed |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jean
France“The girls at reception of this hotel are super friendly, speak impeccable English and are so kind and helpful. They helped us buy entrance tickets, gave us advice, served us tea etc. Wonderful staff ! The hotel is in a hutong, 100m from the main...” - Sascha
Germany“The hotel is located in one of the Hutongs which gives it a special charme. The hotel staff was very friendly. Especially the tea ceremony when I arrived was very nice.” - Sietse
Netherlands“Truly the best hotel I ever stayed in. The service of the kind people working there was next level on every aspect. They were so helpful, fast, kind and made me feel welcome. And hotel is located in cute Hutong, and very conveniently for...” 
Andrew
United Arab Emirates“simply outstanding staff - who could not have been more helpful and welcoming”
Imanol
Spain“Honestly, the best possible experience. They helped us with the travel planning, gave us good advice, spoke perfect english, gifted us some fantastic cinnamon rolls and some bakery in exchange for our missed booked night due to a delayed flight…...”- Adrian
United Kingdom“Everything! Great service from all the staff. Very good food - breakfast and lunch and dinner in the restaurants.” - Mervyl
New Zealand“Exceptional staff. Friendly, helpful and good English. Room private, quiet secluded but close access to communal reception area and activities like learning majong or tasting teas and interacting with other guests if you want it. Great breakfast...” - Wietske Netherlands“The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. They speak English and are very happy to answer any questions and help us get most out of our stay in Beijing. Clean rooms and nice shower. Nice to have a small lounge area in the room, so that there is...”
- Samuel United Kingdom“Great location, very friendly and attentive staff. Beautiful rooms and courtyard with both modern and charming traditional feel. Hotel is part of a complex with trendy bars and restaurants.”
- Matthew United Kingdom“Loved the location, the small and quirky room, the associated restaurants. But most of all, I liked the central lobby area with reception set in a bar area that acted as a hub for the hotel. You sat and chatted to the staff and drank tea and met...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Toast
- CuisineMediterranean • Middle Eastern
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
- Furongji
- CuisineCantonese • Chinese
- Open forBrunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegan • Gluten-free
- The bake shop
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forBrunch • High tea
- AmbianceModern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
Guests are required to show a valid government-issued ID card or passport upon check-in.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
