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Where to Stay
Neighbourhood For
Against
Some parts are less residential than
other neighbourhoods, and so can be
eerily quiet in the evenings. Slim pick-
ings on the nightlife front.
Hugely historic. Highest concentration of
sights. Good mix of ordinary hotels and
hútòng
accommodation.
Forbidden City &
Dōngchéng Central
Běijīng's most desirable neighbourhood.
Perfect for delving deep into the
hútòng
.
Plenty of courtyard hotels. Cafes, bars and
live music on your doorstep.
Drum Tower &
Dōngchéng North
Budget backpackers may be priced out.
No five-star hotels.
Plenty of
hútòng
action, and the area by the
lakes sees little traffic, and so can be peace-
ful.
Evening karaoke bars can ruin the
lakeside ambience. Choice of accom-
modation is limited.
Běihǎi Park &
Xīchéng North