Xingshe Alley Courtyard Hotel Beijing Wangfujing Forbidden City

Hotels
8.5 (761 reviews)
No.12 Lishi Hutong , Beijing , cn

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited food options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.71
Some reviews noted issues with odors and cleanliness in bathrooms.
Service
9.18
The staff were frequently described as very nice and attentive.
Location
9.22
Ideal location close to attractions and shops.
Room Quality
8.17
Rooms are described as clean and comfortable with some soundproofing issues.
Amenities
8.7
General amenities are adequate, but some could be improved.
Value for Money
8.66
The hotel offers a good balance of quality and price.
Food and Beverage
7.71
Breakfast options were limited and could be improved.
Overall Experience
8.68
Overall, guests had a pleasant stay with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 18:43

Property Description

Traditional Chinese Courtyard-Style Hotel:
Xingshe Alley Courtyard Hotel offers a unique experience in the heart of Beijing's hutong area, blending traditional Chinese architecture with modern amenities.

Convenient Location:
Situated near The Forbidden City and within walking distance to popular attractions like Wangfujing Street and Tiananmen Square, the hotel provides easy access to explore the vibrant city of Beijing.

Modern Comforts and Services:
With rooms featuring free internet access, private bathrooms, and a mix of modern and traditional design, guests at Xingshe Alley Courtyard Hotel can enjoy a comfortable stay. The tour desk assists in organizing sightseeing tours and bicycle rentals, while the on-site restaurant serves delicious Chinese cuisine.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of tradition and modernity at Xingshe Alley Courtyard Hotel.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a valid government-issued ID card or passport upon check-in.

The property will pre-authorize the first night once guests make a reservation with the property.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 761 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.71
Service: 9.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 8.17
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 7.71
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Frank family_with_children ch
5
Pros:

The location of the hotel is nearby the Metro Station (ca. 800m)

Cons:

Unfortunately, the rooms have not been correctly cleaned up (only waste bin has been emptied and fresh towels [not for hands] replaced) und breakfast was very limited. When we asked for salted butter, we received a simple "NO". The hotel is ideal for "backpackers" but not for tourists with some basic expectations.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Haydn family_with_children gb
9
Very well located hotel
Pros:

The location of the hotel is fairly close to Dongsi Metro which is very useful for getting around the city. The alley itself has some history to it.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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MELANIE solo_traveller fr
10
2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Annarella family_with_children sg
7
Pros:

location in a Hutong

Cons:

Breakfast was very basic and repetitive

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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annie solo_traveller cn
10
Pros:

全て期待以上でした、まぁまぁ小道にある事がビックリしたがホテル的には完璧でした。

Cons:

ドアの防音性が悪すぎね、朝から通路で喋る人達の声が聞こえで寝にくいですね。まあ、偶々やけど。

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Kristina family_with_children dk
9
Pros:

Super fint hotel, hvor tingene fungere. Værelserne har super aircondition, som ikke rammer en, når man sover. Der er gratis vand og kaffe på hotellet, hvilket er et plus. Meget venlig og flink personale. Super beliggenhed ift metro og at komme rundt i byen.

Cons:

Morgenmaden var fin og personalet knoklede for at gøre det godt, men passede ikke helt til vores vestlige smag.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Eva couple es
8
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Annick couple ch
7
Good quality for the price.
Pros:

Clean and staff is polite. Mia was particularly lovely.
Tube is about 15-20 mins walk and from that stop you can get basically everywhere. If you prefer walking expect about 1 hour for the forbiden city.

Cons:

The room was extremely humid, to the point of being uncomfortable to sleep in and it wasn’t due to the weather.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Tien Dung solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

We had a lovely stay at this charming hotel in Beijing. Located in Lishi Hutong, it is within easy walking distance of Wangfujing, with plenty of excellent local restaurants nearby serving delicious food at very reasonable prices.

The hotel itself is small, cosy, and full of character. The reception staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always happy to help with any questions or requests. The hotel's adorable cat was an unexpected bonus and quickly became one of the highlights of the stay for our children.

Our room was modern, clean, and well equipped, with comfortable air conditioning and everything we needed. The hot water pressure was a little weak, but it was only a minor issue. We especially appreciated the complimentary laundry facilities, which were incredibly useful after long, exhausting days exploring the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and other attractions.

Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would happily recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a comfortable and well-located base in Beijing.

Cons:

Shower water pressure

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Sabine family_with_children de
9
Spannende, authentische Unterkunft mit sehr nettem und hilfsbereiten Hotelpersonal
Pros:

Frühstück, Hilfsbereitschaft, Freundlichkeit

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Elyes extended_group fr
8
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Qiao Fang extended_group gb
8
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Michaela couple at
9
Pros:

Die Lage war super, nicht weit zur Metro.
Das Personal spricht Englisch und ist sehr hilfsbereit, zum Beispiel beim Buchen vom Didi.
Sehr schöne Terrasse zum Frühstücken!

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Angel couple es
9
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Adam couple nl
9
Great English Speaking Staff
Pros:

Super helpful staff, we arrived super early in the morning after a 12hrs flight and they did their best to provide a room for us asap before check in time!

Cons:

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2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Elsa solo_traveller se
8
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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judith solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

Staff were so helpful and friendly. Room was very clean and comfortable.
Free water and coffee anytime.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Chien-Tung extended_group tw
9
房間淹水算是難得的經驗
Pros:

房間有獨立小院子非常舒適

Cons:

瞬間驟雨讓房間淹了一些水,花了時間清理

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Joost family_with_children nl
10
Excellent hotel!
Pros:

Wonderful staff, clean room, good bed, great location.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Karine solo_traveller ca
10
Pros:

A nice place to stay, the cat pudding is a plus. 😀
The staff was very helpful and we had a great pleasure to discuss with John during our breakfast who is very professional.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee