The Peninsula Beijing vs Beijing Drum Tower Youth Hostel
Both properties are rated very highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Peninsula Beijing is the choice of most writers compared to Beijing Drum Tower Youth Hostel. The Peninsula Beijing is ranked #5 in Beijing with endorsements from 14 sources including Concierge, Forbes Travel Guide and DK Eyewitness.
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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Beijing Drum Tower Youth Hostel
No 51 Jiu Gu Lou Street, Xicheng District, Beijing 100009
From $0 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Smoking Rooms
Rough Guide
"This three-story hostel is in a good area, though right on a noisy main road. Rooms are spartan but clean, and the whole place looks a bit institutional."
The Telegraph
8.0
"Offering a great location in the heart of old Beijing, well-informed staff, and private rooms with super city views, the hostel is popular with both Chinese and foreign backpackers."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A no-frills hostel with nifty, capsule-style singles and spacious twins and doubles. The subway is very close, and it's a short stroll to the area's lively hutong alleyways."
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