Beijing Downtown Travelotel vs The Peninsula Beijing
Both properties are highly recommended by writers. Overall, The Peninsula Beijing scores significantly better than Beijing Downtown Backpacker Hostel. The Peninsula Beijing has a TripExpert Score of 84 with positive reviews from 12 reviewers like Insight Guides, DK Eyewitness and The Telegraph.
Beijing Downtown Travelotel
No.85 Nanlougu Alley, Dongcheng District, Beijing
From $75 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
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
"The hostel is quiet and homely, nicely central and well connected with buses."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A cheaper option than the excellent Peking International Youth Hostel, but still with the same wonderful hútòng location."
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The Peninsula Beijing
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No.8 Goldfish Lane, Wangfujing, Beijing 100006
From $285 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"English-speaking service staff is some of the best in the capital."
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Concierge
"The lobby, filled with Chinese antiques and a gurgling waterfall, is pretty impressive; the 525 posh guest rooms don't disappoint, either."
Insight Guides
"The modern, functional construction (with Chinese imperial flourishes) conceals a truly luxurious interior, with a complete range of facilities."
Travel + Leisure
"The hotel is set right in the luxury-shopping enclave of Wangfujing, with a plethora of treatments at the Peninsula's Spa waiting for you on your return."
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Jetsetter
"A winning blend of traditional Chinese style and modern flourish in the heart of the capital."
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