Waldorf Astoria Beijing
A shining Hilton flagship brand with traditional courtyard suites
Just off the Wangfujing shopping street, the main front building’s ultra-modern bronze façade with its floor-to-ceiling windows has all the bling beloved of the Chinese. Inside, its 170 contemporary-style rooms have just a hint of local detailing, but the real stars are the traditional courtyard buildings behind, which house suites with thoroughly Chinese interiors. High levels of service include a personal concierge.