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Beijing Downtown Travelotel vs Aman Summer Palace

Aman Summer Palace and Beijing Downtown Backpacker Hostel are both rated highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Aman Summer Palace scores significantly better than Beijing Downtown Backpacker Hostel. Aman Summer Palace comes in at 89 with endorsements from 12 sources like DK Eyewitness, Fodor's and Gayot.

Beijing Downtown Travelotel
Beijing Downtown Travelotel
7 / 10
No.85 Nanlougu Alley, Dongcheng District, Beijing
From $75 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"One of the best backpacker places, with a location among the artsy boutiques of Nanluogu Xiang, Beijing’s trendiest hutong; you won’t be short of eating and nightlife options."
Time Out Time Out
"The hostel is quiet and homely, nicely central and well connected with buses." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A cheaper option than the excellent Peking International Youth Hostel, but still with the same wonderful hútòng location." Full review
Aman Summer Palace
Aman Summer Palace
9 / 10
No.1 Gongmenqian Street, Yiheyuan, Haidian District, Summer Palace, Beijing 100091
From $480 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
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Concierge Concierge
"Nestled among courtyards, willow- and bamboo-lined stone pathways, and a picturesque lake, the resort allows private day and night access to the palace and gardens."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The Aman brand's first property in China is stunning to look at, with guests feeling that they are on the set of a film."
Star Service Star Service
"The courtyard setting and surrounding gardens infuse an authentic Chinese feel to the place. Accommodations often open to pathways, gardens of bamboo trees and other Ming Dynasty symbols. " Full review
Gayot Gayot
"The Aman at Summer Palace, a 250-year-old World Heritage site, is a perfect retreat for anybody looking for luxury and history in Beijing."
Time Out Time Out
"Housed in the original guesthouses used by Empress Dowager Cixi just steps away from the East Gate of the Summer Palace, rooms are traditionally decorated, cosy and stunning." Full review
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