Reviews focus mostly on the Waldorf's striking copper-and-bronze architecture and elegant interiors rather than the pool itself, though Michelin notes a massive heated pool among the hotel's first-class amenities.
“The Waldorf Astoria Beijing is located in a trendy area near upscale shops, the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Wangfujing pedestrian street, making it the second Waldorf in China.”
– Star Service
Gayot
"One of the world's most iconic hotel brands has taken up residence in one of the world's most iconic cities."
Fodor's
"The building itself is astonishing—it's a gleaming latticework of copper and bronze, designed to age and oxidize over time." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Intimate courtyard-inspired spaces exude sophistication, while the 171 rooms delight with soft teal and tangerine accents and views across heritage rooftops." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The interior elegance is undeniable." Full review
"As well as an impressive collection of contemporary art, the interior houses 171 spacious guest rooms that follow a modern Western layout with Chinese design touches." Full review
Tablet
"If you’re a real luxury-hotel freak, then simply the name Waldorf Astoria Beijing probably conveys just about all you need to know. While a cursory glance at the building’s exterior..." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Opened in 2014, The Waldorf Astoria Beijing makes a strong case for the city’s most gorgeous hotel." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Though Beijing is several time zones from New York, there exists a tantalizing link between the Big Apple’s Fifth Avenue grand dame and Waldorf Astoria Beijing, her younger Chinese sibling." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A latticework box of copper and bronze, the Waldorf is a gorgeous piece of architecture." Full review
Experts' Choice Award 
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Fodor's
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Afar Magazine
Time Out
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Tablet
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Forbes Travel Guide
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