Mountain View Hotels in Beijing

Great value for money in terms of what one gets vs what we've paid for -- trendy design hotel, nice, spacious room, there's even a fridge (usually for this price it's not provided), nice lobby, adequate size breakfast area with nice ambience, good service all round. Good design and layout in room with comfortable beds, adequate powerpoints and charging points. I like that the basin area has a huge top so I could put all my toiletries (I've got a lot) Thoughtful little stuff that I like : torchlight-like light by the beside and mugs with rubber base to insulate the heat. The toiletries in the bathroom smell really good too! Breakfast has good variety -- different types of porridge, some steam dumplings, sweet potatoes and corn, etc, rice, different dishes, there's a noodle station where you could customise your noodles to a certain extent, eggs, there's also bread and some sandwiches (ready-made and can DIY too), fruits, milk, juices, coffee, soya bean milk. I feel that the options available is not bad for a hotel of such a level. Actually my booking didn't include breakfast but was advised by the staff (when I check-in) to join the hotel's membership for RMB$99 so that I can get free breakfast. Hotel lobby also serves water and orange juice - another nice touch. Hotel staff's service was very good all round. Offered to help send my luggage up when they saw I had lots of luggage and was alone (some hotels at this level wouldn't volunteer to do so). Was able to answer most of my questions re nearby malls, where to get stuff like fruits, milk, nearby attraction. House-keeping staff was good too. A big thank you to the 2 reception staff that was on night shift on 6 Apr who had helped me out re a delivery mistake made by ******* platform. They even had to look at the CCTV of the hotel to find out what really happened and it took a long while. They were very nice and patient throughout the whole drama. They also helped me speak to the customer service of ******* to try to resolve the problem. When the problem still could not be resolved that night and I was without what I required urgently like the charging cable for my phone, they staff lent me the hotel's. They also gave me a small fruit pack and a pack of milk and bread (complimentary) as I needed it the following morning to bring outdoors for the day. In addition, they had briefed their colleagues on the next shift re my case so that they're aware and could help me should I require more help. Excellent service! Re location, it's a little far off though but it's really near to Beijing Garden Expo Park (北京园博园) and the accompanying Garden Museum (园博园博物馆) . It's a really nice park that's really huge -- that is made up of little models of different style of parks (from Jiangnan to Lingnan to Beijing) It has pavilions, water features and other Chinese architecture and landscaping that usually adorn such traditional parks. Great for photoshoot. Best of all, there're very few people there! There's a small little mall about 700-800m away from the hotel, that has mainly food there with many different types of value for money eateries, coffee, a supermarket and some other shops for daily necessities that local residents need. For a real mall, head to one call 长安天街, that's about 5km away - you can get there quite easily within 10-15mins by Didi (the online platform where you could get a cab I really enjoyed staying here cost it's almost like a resort - a little remote but so quiet and spacious and there's no crowd at all -- very relaxing! I would really want to come back here especially when i want to be in a place where I can feel really relaxed without breaking the bank.

The hotel is quite large, and the executive twin room they gave us was very clean. My father, who I brought on this trip, was very happy and comfortable with how quiet it was. I especially want to mention Dandan, the hotel's account manager. She was incredibly prompt and professional in resolving and assisting us throughout our stay. She was warm and dedicated; whenever we needed her, she was immediately available and quickly solved any issues. She made us feel right at home as out-of-town visitors. Thank you~

Location: it is situated somewhat halfway between the entrance to Gubei Watertown and the start of the hike for Simatai Great Wall. Both ways it is only around 10-15 minutes walk. As with all hotels and inns in the Watertown, luggage is taken care of at the entrance to the town and there are transit shuttle buses running through the town. The Inn is on the side of the road and next to one of the stops for the shuttle buses. Easy to reach and easily visible. Room: Spacious and clean room with a very homey feeling. The bathroom is designed like a home bathroom and has all the amenities necessary. The view from the window was a very pleasant river view. In-room plugs are updated to include USB direct. Went during low season so not very crowded and not very noisy. Service: the Inn seems to be run by a young couple who do everything. They are very helpful and cheerful, even helping me call the appropriate people to ask questions that I had. The Inn comes with a restaurant that makes decent northeastern style food, ranging from a simple noodle dish to warming shared dishes. The view from the outdoor eating area faces the river and is fantastic both in the early morning and at night. Breakfast: it is a buffet in a very homey style as well (steamed buns, steamed yams or sweet potatoes, boiled eggs, toast, orange juice, soy milk, tea etc.), and upon check-in the host will ask you if you would like to order anything special or extra that is not already included in the buffet (bacon, fried eggs, coffee, etc.). They even opened the breakfast for me a bit early because I needed to be on my way with an early start. This was very accommodating and made the whole stay up until departure a very calm one. Overall 100% recommended for the value if you stay overnight at Gubei Watertown (recommended for the nighttime views as well).

The place is beautiful and owner couple were super helpful! Location was perfect to go anywhere in the Watertown and not too far from the entrance to the Great Wall. Also super near to the square where the drone show is at. Breakfast was great, often being served with local treats for us to try. We stayed with 2 teens, 1 child and 2 adults. My children were upset that we didn’t stay any linger there. If we would to be back, it’s definitely where we’ll be staying! Highly recommended!

Absolutely amazing. The best hotel I stayed at in China. The staff were all welcoming, friendly and so kind. From the moment we arrived, they refused to let us carry anything. Took our heavy bags off our hands, even allowed us to check in much earlier so we could relax before the park opened. Gorgeous rooms with a private courtyard, strong hairdryer, clean and comfortable. Everything you could want, honestly. Beyond the great location and excellent service, the breakfast was even more amazing. Set within a huge, gorgeous hall, the food was top notch. Fresh, and delicious! Overall an amazing stay, the only downside was there was quite a lot of houseflies around, but it would say it was only a very minor issue. 10/10 would love to come back again ❤️ Tysm to the lovely staff at the front desk, and the breakfast chefs, who were lovely and smiley the entire time (:

I had a series of frustrations, and while I didn't complain at the time and didn't even intend to write a review, I was considering giving this hotel another chance for our next family trip. But then I saw photos of the same room type online and was disappointed all over again. There were nine of us, occupying three rooms. First, regarding check-in, one room wasn't ready until 4 PM. When the hotel staff member led us to the room, the cleaner was still inside and even snapped, ”Didn't I tell you it would be another ten minutes?!” My friend just came to our room to wait, as we had already been waiting a long time anyway. Then, we ordered afternoon tea and snacks for our three rooms. One of the rooms never received theirs until check-out. Oh well, I guess that's just how it goes. Upon entering our room, there was a very sour smell. I asked the butler, who said it was the smell of disinfection with white vinegar. I'd like to know: 1. Can white vinegar actually disinfect? 2. Why was only our room supposedly disinfected with white vinegar, and not the other rooms (at least not my friends' two rooms)? What happened in this room? 3. After disinfecting and cleaning, shouldn't you inspect the room for odors and use an air freshener to cover them up? I'd like an answer. After resting and freshening up, we went to the hotel restaurant we had booked for dinner. It was a small private room, but enough for nine people. We first ordered the 'Seven Ways to Eat One Fish' from Dianping, and added a few other dishes. After a while, the young waiter came back and asked if we could wait for half an hour. We said yes. A few minutes later, the waiter returned and asked how long we could wait at most. We asked how long they needed, and he said it would be more than half an hour, as the kitchen was overwhelmed and it could be an hour or even longer. Fine, then cancel the set meal, we'll order à la carte! From the already limited menu, we pieced together some dishes. The most common phrase the young waiter used was, ”Sorry, we don't have that...” It reminded me of a comedy sketch where they wanted everything, but nothing was available (except cold dishes). In the end, the waiter was completely flustered and kept apologizing, saying he was truly sorry, but they just didn't have it. The funniest part was one dish. The recipe stated: garlic sprouts, broad beans, and black pork. When it arrived, there was no meat. We asked the waiter, who then asked the kitchen. The kitchen replied that the black pork had been fried into lard, and the garlic sprouts and broad beans were stir-fried with that lard. This absolutely infuriated everyone at our table; it felt like they were making fools of us. After a mediocre meal, I won't even mention how the shower drain was completely clogged, making me hold my face wash and wait for the water to go down, fearing it would overflow. Then, the next day, the reason our room smelled so bad actually made my son cry. I'm not sure if it was the drain or some other smell. Upon check-out, they said they would send engineering staff to inspect it. At this point, I can only express my numerous dissatisfactions. I had tried to overlook it because it was a holiday, but then I just went to admire the 'Muyun King Bed Room' we stayed in. Why do the pictures you post on Ctrip show two floor-to-ceiling windows, while all three of our rooms only had one? And then I suddenly realized why I felt the room wasn't ”as beautiful” as expected when I first entered – that was the difference! A seller's photo versus a buyer's reality. It's late at night, and I'm exhausted. I'm someone who rarely writes bad reviews, but honestly, I really, really, really couldn't hold it in anymore. I was about to post this, but then I suddenly remembered that my luggage, which was supposed to be delivered to my room, was left in the lobby for quite some time... Later, the butler asked if it was my suitcase, and that's when I realized my luggage had somehow been left near a sofa in the lobby after being checked in.

I originally booked a king room, but upon arrival, I was upgraded to a dormitory-style villa. The bed was a full 2 meters wide, and the space was much larger than expected, making for a very comfortable stay. The view outside the window was stunning, with unobstructed mountain views; opening the curtains in the morning instantly lifted my mood. The villa itself has a great design, and it was quite fun to just walk around and explore. The facilities are a bit dated, but they are clean and quiet, offering a reassuring stay. Alvin at the front desk provided attentive service, making both check-in and check-out smooth, and even kindly extended my check-out time until 2 PM. For this view and space alone, it was totally worth it.

I stayed here for the first time several years ago, and this time I had the opportunity to bring my kids back. It still delivers a quintessential 5-star experience. The rooms are spacious and bright, cleanliness is a given, and the service was exceptionally satisfying. I was especially impressed by the breakfast: being seated by staff made for a completely calm and organized morning, unlike the chaos at many other hotels. Although the pool and hot springs were closed for renovation, the overall stay was still wonderful. A well-deserved 5-star review!

Facilities: A bit old, but very complete. For example, the TV connection is super convenient, and the details are well-thought-out. Environment: It's carved out of a mountainside, and pretty well-maintained, though a bit out of the way. Service: Quite good, the butler's reminders were spot on (Suna). The restaurant food was just average; the all-inclusive package didn't feel worth it. You could explore the surroundings instead. Other areas are mostly geared towards families with children. The adult gym, for instance, didn't even have towels or water, which needs attention. Overall: Highly recommend if you're traveling with kids, no issues there. The buffet, however, was just average.

The hotel's location is absolutely fantastic! You can reach the foot of the Great Wall in just two minutes. The room was super clean, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. My in-laws, who were traveling with me, loved just relaxing in the armchair by the window, breathing in the fresh air, so much so that they said there was no need to even climb the Great Wall – just staying at the hotel was a treat in itself. There's also an adorable tabby cat at the hotel that loves getting belly rubs. Dining was convenient too; Yanxi Fishing Village is right in the courtyard, and the food portions were generous. After we came back from the Great Wall, we rested at the hotel, and the staff even thoughtfully brought us afternoon tea. It was such a warm gesture and really helped to wash away the fatigue from climbing the Wall. The scenery at Mutianyu is just beautiful! We'll definitely be back, and when we return, we'll stay here again and come to pet your cat once more!