East Beijing
The Swire Hotels group has infused the business hotel concept with a jolt of hipness. East is located in the Lido neighborhood on the fringe of northeast 4th Ring Road, removed from some of the hustle and bustle of Beijing’s center. In spite of this setting, the location is nonetheless convenient; the hotel is just a short taxi ride from the airport, and the adjacent Indigo mall offers most of the amenities a traveler could want. A subway stop just outside of East facilitates trips to the city center. The 798 Art Zone, a ten-minute cab ride away, provides a sprawling maze of cafés, galleries, and avant-garde installations.More Recommendations
AFAR Local Expert
about 6 years ago
An affordable feast
Feast is one of Beijing's tastiest and least expensive luxury hotel restaurants. For around RMB 400, two people can enjoy a set dinner and with a glass of wine. House specialties include pavlova and a seafood bowl containing prawns, clams, sea bass, scallops and lobster. The restaurant also serves brunch, with ricotta pancakes as a notable standout. In mild weather, the outside terrace is a great place to enjoy a meal.
AFAR Local Expert
over 6 years ago
Cool Vibey Business Hotel
This 300-room business hotel is part of the Swire Hotel group and the second location to open after EAST Hong Kong. It’s where the trendy hipsters go to hang out and work in the open office space during the day, and socialize at the Xian bar by night. Simple, comfortable rooms sprinkled throughout with Chinese art.
