Hotel Beijing Hyde — Hotel in Beijing

We noticed that the location listed on Google Maps is inaccurate — it differs quite a bit from Amap or BaiDu (China’s local map). For more accurate directions, we highly recommend downloading and using Amap during your trip.

We booked a double bedroom via Trip.com, but were surprised by how small it was. The space felt extremely cramped — definitely not suitable for anyone who is claustrophobic. We couldn’t even fully open our luggage. After raising this with the staff, we were offered a family room for three at an additional 50 RMB per night. We stayed for five nights, so it added up, but the upgrade was well worth it. The bed was a little too firm for my liking, and the pillow was too soft — but after a full day of sightseeing, we still managed to rest well.

The upgraded family room was much more spacious — ideal for two people if your budget allows. It came with decent amenities: hot water shower, toilet, fresh towels daily, good air conditioning, fresh water bottles refill on daily basis, and a TV loaded with free old movies. However, the room was quite dim even with all the lights on. Drawing the curtains helps brighten the space, but this compromises privacy a little.

Do note that the property has no lift, and you’ll need to carry your luggage up steep staircases — up to three storeys. In the courtyard, there’s a Chinese Buddha statue where I offered a prayer for a safe journey — a meaningful moment for me. You can order items online and have them delivered to the hotel; packages are placed on a table near the entrance. No need to worry about them going missing, as staff are always around to keep an eye on things.

The courtyard itself is peaceful and charming, with a resident cat adding to the cozy atmosphere. I personally loved the courtyard-style layout — very different from typical hotels.

All in all, this place offers an authentic and local experience. It’s not ideal for picky travellers, but if you’re flexible and open-minded, it’s a...

If you like sterile environments with soft mattresses then this might not be for you... However, if you value being in one of the most incredibly gorgeous and authentic hutong hotels in Beijing this IS a must stay to add to your most wonderful lifetime of memories collection!It is an amazing opportunity to experience warm friendly and helpful staff, situated within 10 minutes walk of the Archers Tower entrance to Tiananmen Square...Those ten minutes can be passed in the fragrant hutong with a carpet of roast duck cooking in front of open wood fires, while the aromas of wanton, bing and noodles which are steaming or being fried to succulent perfection - or, you can stroll in the lavishly refurbished section of the Central Axis which runs parallel to the hutong backstreets.Location 11/10! Could not be better!Service from owners and staff of this converted Bank Building (dating back hundreds of years) offer 24hr support and advice, with a family feel smile... What more could you wish for? Whilst the building is hundreds of years old - it doesn't smell musty, nor does the on-site old Palace Cat.The décor is amazing, steeped in original features and is certainly not replicating anything, merely sustaining the deeply rich heritage that this historically protected building helps preserve.If you want to experience something truly amazing... Skip the pan global hotel chains and give your heart and soul the chance to be pampered instead of your wallet being drained - it will be an indelible experience that you will remember and cherish forever.To be brutally honest and keep a balance of integrity I must openly state... the mattress isn't very soft.If you would let that one detraction stop you from staying here... You don't deserve to take away the incredible memories of being in the heart of the hutong, in the heart of BeijingWalking distance to the best restaurants, historical attractions, subway stations, theater/opera, markets and moreI will...

Anyone that complains about the rooms or service of this hotel needs to reevaluate how much they want to spend on a hotel. I spent about $50AUD a night and for that price, you miss out on certain “luxuries”. |This place is in a weird back alley that is incredibly difficult to find and even harder to tell people where it is. But when you know where it is- you realise how easy it is to get to other places- less than 10min walk to Tiananmen Square etc and close to bus lines and subways. Close to shops both western and local. |I never tried the food despite getting free breakfast daily- I was gone off on tours before breakfast was served-|The ladies on the desk were nice with okay English and if not they used translation apps on their phones. |Some perks that were listed on the website/booking sites aren’t actually here- like airport transfers- all signs point towards yes then you ask to set it up and I was told they don’t do that and I’ll have to get a taxi or subway. |Look, it’s pretty basic but you’re not paying for much. Rooms are small- glad I was the only one in mine as two would’ve been tough with luggage, and be prepared to carry your luggage up two flights of stairs without help or thought. Beds are pretty solid and pillows aren’t really pillows. The shower is right next to toilet with no screen and it sprays everywhere. But it’s clean...