China World Hotel, Beijing in Dongdu

Set in the Central Business District, this luxury hotel in a sleek building is 5 km from both Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City.Chic rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screens, minibars and marble bathrooms, as well as panoramic city views. Club rooms add access to a lounge serving food and drinks. Suites have living rooms; some provide kitchenettes and whirlpool tubs. Room service is on offer 24/7.There are Chinese, European and Asian/Western eateries, plus a pastry shop and a bar. Other amenities include squash and tennis courts, a gym and an indoor pool, in addition to a hot tub and a steam room. Shops and a beauty salon are available.