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East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower

4.0 star property
Central hotel with restaurant, connected to a shopping center, near Yonghe Temple

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In the heart of Beijing, East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower offers a unique blend of culture and comfort. Explore the on-site art gallery, indulge in local cuisine breakfast options or unwind with a drink at the bar. With high-speed WiFi, dry cleaning services and helpful staff nearby Beihai Park and Forbidden City.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
The current price is CNY692
CNY806 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30

Why we love this property

Tasty local flavors
Culinary experiences flourish at this hotel's restaurant, cafe, and bar. The morning ritual shines with locally inspired breakfast options.
Dreamy sleep experience
Memory foam mattresses paired with down comforters and premium bedding create a luxurious sleep sanctuary. Blackout drapes enhance the curated decor.

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  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Single Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Standard Single Room

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
No. 95, Baochao Hutong, Gulou East St., Dongcheng, Beijing, 100019

What's nearby

  • Shichahai - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • South Luogu Alley - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Houhai Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dongcheng Chengxian Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bell and Drum Towers - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Capital Intl. Airport (PEK) - 36 min drive
  • Beijing (PKX-Daxing Intl.) - 74 min drive
  • Beijing North Railway Station - 15 min drive
  • Beijing Railway Station - 17 min drive
  • Beijing Tsinghua Park Station - 26 min drive
  • Nanluoguxiang Station - 16 min walk
  • Shichahai Station - 17 min walk
  • Yonghegong Lama Temple Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪鸿记潮汕砂锅粥 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zhu Jing Ban - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wake Up & Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪乐山飘香串串香 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪古耳咖啡 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower

  • When you stay at East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Wangfujing Street and Forbidden City. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Also, Beihai Park and Yonghe Temple are just a 5-minute drive away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 34 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–8:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Art gallery on site
  • Designer stores on site
  • Shopping mall on site

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Local cuisine breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CNY 38 for adults and CNY 28 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay

Also known as

The Forbidden City Drum Tower

East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower Hotel

East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower Beijing

East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower Hotel Beijing

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking.

Are there restaurants at or near East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower like?

East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower is in Downtown Beijing, a short 12-minute walk from Bell and Drum Towers and 6 minutes' walk from Shichahai.

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Reviews

East Hotel The Forbidden City Drum Tower Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Good

Neat and clean room , very good area and kind staff
Nicole, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location for visiting old Beijing on foot. I enjoyed the local food, the hutong culture, and the ancient architecture.
Haipeng, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel offers an excellent location,not far away from major subway lines and within walking distance of attractions. The rooms are clean, and well-equipped, making for a comfortable stay. Staff are friendly & helpful. For travelers looking to explore Beijing with ease, this hotel’s prime location and solid amenities make it a great choice!
Leon, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The hotel was in an excellent location and the Hutons around the hotel provided excellent food and drink options. The hotel was very clean and the staff friendly. The only downside was that the rooms were small with very limited storage. There was no wardrobe in our room, only 1 small cupboard and 1 small open bedside unit, this meant that there was virtually nowhere to put clothes. Apart from that the bathroom was a wet room as opposed to having a separate shower but that was no problem.
Iain, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The room was nice. Very small compaired to the pictures but well kept and clean. The biggest issue we had was finding the hotel. The taxi driver did not drop us off in the correct location for one but the address listed in expedia was not correct. So hopefully this will soon be remedied for future travelers. We were getting dropped off on the backside but there was no sinage or entance we could find. So ended up walking through the alleys and blocks until we finaaly found it.
Jeff, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

This hotel was very solid. Good location with endless amounts of stores and restaurants just steps away. Staff was very friendly. The mattress was very soft, so if you prefer a firmer mattress, you may not like that. I personally prefer firmer, but that’s just a personal preference and not an issue with the hotel. Only a couple of issues. Where my room was located, the wifi would cut in and out if I didn’t leave my phone near the desk area. Basically had to leave it on or near the bedside table to keep service. Then the other issue is the room had a slight smell of smoke to it, especially the first night. I’m not sure if someone smoked in the room previously, or if it was another room or outside. It did get better the second night and I didn’t notice it the third. Overall, no major complaints and would definitely stay here again when I come back to Beijing.
Phillip Michael, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing!!! Perfect in every way!
Lai, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was nice and cozy in the alley.
Duy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a very cozy hotel. I loved it. It is close to a metro station (10 minutes of walk).
Ben, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Thin walls, can hear neighbours easily, otherwise great.
Shuo, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is great with great staff and the rooms are huge. Definitely better than the pictures! One thing though, people don’t seem to understand it is an hotel, and they have conversations on the corridor at midnight, kids are running everywhere at 6am. Staff should be able to tell them to keep quiet
Maxim, 4-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Old, wet, smelly and dirty bathroom, with mold around the shower. No table, no space to set even a cup with your brush and nowhere to hang your clean clothes.if you have more than 2 people, others have to stay in the bed, because you have no chair no sofa no space even stand. Horrible place in in my 20 more years travel experience. Go to the hotel called: JamFS.Joyce , just 5 minutes away. Pay less get better everything you need! Awesome
KUN, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Veldig sentralt hotell med hyggelig personale. Man kan fint ta metro når man bor ved dette hotellet. Noe støy, men det er å forvente midt i en by og generelt på slike hotell i denne prisklassen i Kina.
Alexandra, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

Trevlig personal, rummet va trångt och saknade fönster.
John, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Très bon séjour dans un hôtel plein de charme

Hôtel authentique et très bien situé, parfait pour découvrir les environs. Le personnel est accueillant et l’ambiance chaleureuse. Seul petit bémol : notre chambre était juste à côté de la réception, donc un peu bruyante, et l’humidité s’y faisait sentir. Malgré cela, nous avons passé un excellent séjour et nous recommandons cet établissement !
Joel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Barry , l’homme qui travaille à la réception est très dévoué , aidant , compréhensif. Il sait prendre soins des clients
Daniel, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was in a quiet location but close to the subway and lots of shops and restaurants. Fairly close to Beihai Park. Beds were soft and the room was cleaned when we were away. Great wifi. Difficult to find on a map as its down an alley - I only have chinese maps so this may be why and the address wasnt traanslated well into chinese. Not a lot to offer - no hotel restaurant or bar. a little pricey for its value
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Antonio, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Knut, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip