Raffles Beijing Hotel Recognized By Prestigious Forbes Travel Guide

  • February 27, 2013
Raffles Beijing Hotel Recognized By Prestigious Forbes Travel Guide
Raffles Beijing Hotel, located beside the Forbidden City on the 'Street of Eternal Peace,' is the epitome of the best of Beijing's past combined with the excitement and sophistication of contemporary China. Established in the early 1900's, Raffles Beijing Hotel sits at the heart of the business and commercial districts, just moments from Tiananmen Square, the Temple of Heaven, the Silk Market, as well as the ‘Water Cube' National Swimming Centre and the extraordinary and unforgettable ‘Bird's Nest' Olympic Stadium.

The rooms and suites are sumptuous and unique; celebrating the best of Beijing in beautiful style - Classic French-Orient architecture and old world charm, lovingly restored with wood floors, sparkling chandeliers, marble bathrooms and Oriental rugs. The gastronomic experience offers innovative French cuisine at the elegant and award-winning Jaan Restaurant, international fare at the stylish East 33, and sophisticated comfort all day dining cocktails and conversations in the Writer's Bar, all promising fine flavors, astounding combinations and subtle, seamless service.

In addition to Forbes Travel Guide's annual list of Five- and Four-Star hotels, restaurants and spas, the company revealed its new recommended rating category, designating well-appointed hotels, restaurants and spas that deliver enhanced service, distinct value and a strong sense of place. This rating category joins Forbes Travel Guide's Five-Star and Four-Star ratings designations, which since the company's founding in 1958 as Mobil Travel Guide, have been the gold standard for hospitality excellence.