Boasting an "east meets west" style, the hotel is nicely located in the heart of Beijing. Providing convenience for the international traveler, it's very near to Beihai Park, the Imperial Palace, the Forbidden City and Jingshan Park. Top attractions can easily be reached by foot, such as the Wangfujing Shopping Street and the famous Donghuamen Night Market. Featuring rich marble floors and a traditional Chinese decor, the property is among the top five accommodation choices in Beijing, reommended by Lonely Planet in 2006