Beijing, CN

The Orchid Hotel - Old Town & Drum Tower

65 Baochao Hutong

4 stars · Guest score 9.2/10

About this hotel

Historic Location in the Heart of Beijing: Experience the charm of old-world Beijing at The Orchid Hotel, nestled in the historic Hutong area just a short walk from bustling Houhai Lake. Charming Rooms with Modern Amenities: Indulge in rooms designed with natural elements like brick and wood, featuring flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, and traditional Chinese tea makers. The Private Residences offer a unique retreat with all the comforts of the main hotel. Relaxing Terrace and Personalized Service: Unwind on the terrace or explore the ancient valley surroundings. Let our staff assist you with ticketing and tour arrangements while enjoying a delicious breakfast each morning. Book your stay at The Orchid Hotel for a delightful blend of tradition and modern comfort.

Highlights

Historic Hutong Locale

Nestled in Beijing’s historic Hutong area, with easy access to Houhai Lake and the heart of old Beijing.

Warm, Attentive Service

Guests note incredibly friendly, helpful staff and thoughtful, personalized attention throughout the stay.

Distinctive Rooms & Dining

Charming rooms with modern comforts—tea makers, air conditioning, and options like private lodge residences for a unique retreat.

Facilities

  • WiFi available
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Family rooms
  • Garden
  • Laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Cycling
  • Airport shuttle
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bar
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Car hire
  • Dry cleaning
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Packed lunches
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Sun terrace
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Concierge service
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Entertainment staff
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Wine/champagne
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Fruits
  • Shuttle service
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Cashless payment available
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Invoice provided
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Smoke alarms
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Face masks for guests available
  • 24-hour security
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Security alarm
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Key card access

Check-in & checkout

Check-in
03:00 PM
Check-out
12:00 PM

Rooms & rates

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Guest sentiment

  • Cleanliness9.3

    The standards of cleanliness were impeccable throughout the entire property.

  • Service9.7

    The staff were incredibly friendly, helpful, and attentive throughout the stay.

  • Location9.3

    The hotel is situated in a lovely hutong environment, close to the essence of old Beijing.

  • Room Quality8.2

    The room quality varied; one guest experienced issues with noise and room location.

  • Amenities9.3

    The hotel offered excellent amenities including a lovely entrance area and spacious rooms.

  • Value for Money9.2

    Great value for money as highlighted in several positive reviews.

  • Food and Beverage9.3

    Breakfast received excellent comments in the review.

  • Overall Experience9.4

    The overall experience was delightful with a mix of positive sentiments from multiple reviews.