The Opposite House is Beijing's best-known design hotel, a small, stylish property in the Sanlitun area with just 99 rooms and a guest rating of 9.4 from 214 reviews. It was renovated in 2020, and its character comes from contemporary design, generous rooms and a social, art-minded atmosphere rather than from palace-style grandeur. Facilities are generous for a boutique hotel: indoor and outdoor pools with sun loungers, a sauna and steam room, a garden and terrace, three restaurants and a cafe, and 24-hour room service. It is a fine choice for couples, design lovers and travellers who like the energy of Sanlitun's restaurants and bars but want a quieter retreat to come home to, and it is also within reach of Yonghe Temple and Wangfujing by taxi.
Location and getting around
The hotel sits in Sanlitun, Beijing's hub for dining, nightlife and shopping, so restaurants, cafes and bars are on the doorstep. Taxis are easy to find, and free bicycle rentals are offered for exploring the neighbourhood. Airport transfers and a limo service can be arranged, with surcharges that may apply, so contact the hotel before travel. The Lama Temple and the old-city sights are a short taxi ride away.
Rooms and facilities
With only 99 rooms, service is personal and the atmosphere is calm. Guests have indoor and outdoor pools with loungers, a sauna and steam room, a garden and terrace, and free in-room Wi-Fi. A cooked-to-order breakfast is available for a surcharge, and free self-parking is on site. Children under six stay free using existing beds, free cribs are available on request, and pets stay free, with service animals welcome.
Who it suits
Couples, creative travellers and anyone who wants a stylish, social base. Good to know: check-in starts at 2 pm, check-out is before noon with express options, the minimum check-in age is 18, and the hotel has no gym listed, so runners should plan to use nearby parks. If you prefer to sleep within walking distance of the Forbidden City, a Wangfujing hotel is a better fit.
Why stay here
- ✓Indoor pool
- ✓Outdoor pool with sun loungers
- ✓Sauna and steam room
- ✓Three on-site restaurants
- ✓Cafe
- ✓24-hour room service
- ✓Garden and terrace
- ✓Free bicycle rentals and free parking
Good questions
Is The Opposite House good for nightlife and dining?+
Yes. It sits in Sanlitun, one of Beijing's main dining and nightlife districts, so restaurants and bars are close by.
Does The Opposite House have a pool?+
Yes, it has both indoor and outdoor pools with sun loungers, plus a sauna and steam room.
Can I borrow a bicycle at The Opposite House?+
Yes, the hotel offers free bicycle rentals, and free self-parking is also available.
