No.24 Song Shu Jie, Xicheng District, Beijing, Beijing, 100009
What's nearby
Beihai Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Jingshan Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Bell and Drum Towers - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Forbidden City - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Wangfujing Street - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
Getting around
Beijing (PEK-Capital Intl.) - 47 min drive
Beijing (PKX-Daxing Intl.) - 72 min drive
Beijing North Railway Station - 5 min drive
Beijing Tsinghua Park Station - 11 min drive
Qinghe Railway Station - 12 min drive
Beihai North Station - 11 min walk
Ping'anli Station - 17 min walk
Shichahai Station - 17 min walk
Train station pickup (surcharge)
Restaurants
清真小吃 - 3 min walk
北京新川面馆护国寺店 - 3 min walk
合义斋小吃店 - 3 min walk
小螺号柳州螺蛳粉 - 3 min walk
NBeerPub - 3 min walk
About this property
Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel
Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Forbidden City and Wangfujing Street. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Coffee Lounge, which serves breakfast. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a bar/lounge and a garden. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Beihai North Station is 11 minutes away.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
At a glance
Hotel size
25 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
This property does not provide disposable personal items, such as toothbrush, comb, loofah, shaver, nail file, and shoe mitt.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (3 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Babysitting
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Transfers
Train station pickup available 24 hours a day*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Babysitting services
What to do
Shopping
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Segway hire/tours nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2011
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Library
Television in common areas
Art Deco architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Dressing gowns and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Memory-foam mattress
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Garden
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Rainfall shower heads
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Special features
Dining
Coffee Lounge – This restaurant only serves breakfast. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: CNY 300 per stay
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CNY 38 for adults and CNY 19 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for CNY 180.0 per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Shadow Art Performance Hotel
Shadow Performance Art
Shichahai Hotel
Shichahai Shadow Art
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Shichahai Shadow Art Performance
Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Beijing
Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel
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Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes segway hire. Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Coffee Lounge.
Does Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a garden.
What's the area around Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel like?
Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel is in Downtown Beijing, a short 19-minute walk from Shichahai and 5 minutes' walk from Tao Kings Mansion.
Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2021
Awesome Shichachai Shadow Art Performance Hotel
A perfect little gem of a hotel right in the centre of the hutongs. Very clean and welcoming with superb service from their staff (who speak English). The hotel is like a little museum to Chinese shadow art with so much information, examples and a library. An added bonus was the actual shadow art performance and demonstration by the puppeteer.
Caroline
Caroline, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jan 2020
Loved the ambience
We absolutely loved the ambience, decoration and the overall vibe of the hotel. The shadow art theme is all over the lobby, main area and in each room and are all done very well, the shadow puppet play was lovely and the staff very helpful and attentive.
Rooms are a bit on the small side but this was more than clear when we made our booking so it was not an issue at all. The location is in the Hutong, but it is easily accessible and less than a 10 minute walk to the lakes or the subway station.
The information we received before arrival, the notes from the staff at the reception and in our room were very well prepared and would be very helpful to those traveling to Beijing for the first time.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jan 2020
We had the misfortune to arrive in Beijing during the coronavirus outbreak and the staff could not have been more helpful. They allowed us to cancel without charges. The hotel is situated in the historic hutongs and beautifully decorated in traditional style. We were so sorry we could not stay longer.
Mike
Mike, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
14 Jan 2020
Daniel
Daniel, 10-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Jan 2020
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
3 Jan 2020
Good sized room, bed and bathroom, in a hotel which is positioned within the hutong’s. Walking distance to plenty of places to eat and drink, with Houhai Park having a good selection of bars and public transport about 10 minutes walk away. Small but satisfying selection for breakfast, but much of it was not hot. Overall not bad.
Verified traveller
4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Dec 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
25 Dec 2019
Very inconvenient location and most of the taxi driver are unwilling to enter to the small alley! Bad house keeping , didn’t even bother to clean up the messed table and replenishing the used toiletries.. anyway this is the last time stay here! Bad experience.
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Dec 2019
This place has shadow art shows on Tu, Thur, and Sat. The staff is really nice and helpful, for example, David is one of the staff who helped me a lot. Definitely recommend this place if you want to experience Beijing culture.
Leo
Leo, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
15 Dec 2019
Qiulin
Qiulin, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Dec 2019
This is a great little hotel! While it is a decent walk from the metro, it offers everything you need. The staff was very friendly and helpful, the breakfast was good, the rooms were clean, and the atmosphere was quaint. It felt like home! I would definitely stay here again.
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Dec 2019
A delightful cultural experience
A delightful experience. Not only is the Puppet show professional, but you are surrounded by the Hutongs at this hotel. The rooms are clean and neat and best of all, the staff is so kind and helpful. I would stay there again. Be sure to take a pedi ride around the lake.
charles
charles, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Nov 2019
All good. Beautiful place. Nice shadow art show demonstration.
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Nov 2019
I was first reluctant to stay in a hotel in this area...the hutongs...but the hutongs ended up being my favorite area in all of Beijing and this hotel is right in the middle of the hutongs and very near Houhai Lake. Houhai Lake is possibly the neatest area in all of Beijing.
So...location of the hotel is an A
The room itself was great. Clean, comfortable, and small enough to be personable. Overall great place and very professional.
So...cleanliness of the room and comfort of the room is an A
Amenities of the hotel were great. Free water, coffee, tea in the room and often outside in the lobby. Free breakfast that is very good. Free shadow puppet show, which is amazing and I am shocked that it is free. You get to see two shows and you can talk to the puppeteers after and see how it is done.
So...amenities gets an A
Staff is by far the greatest part of this hotel. The staff holds the place together. They are so nice and so helpful. They can speak english for the most part and the few that cannot have translator apps. They will call taxis, answer messages for excursions and help you in any way they can. Shout out to ELEANOR! This girl was amazing. She helped us throughout our stay...weighs about 80 pounds and refused to allow me to carry my own bags. She wanted to carry them. I have traveled to many places and stayed at many hotels, and this was the best...especially Eleanor.
Staff is A
Overall A
Alita
Alita, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Nov 2019
I cannot say enough good things about this hotel! The location is wonderful, just a short walk from a subway line making it a great place to call home while exploring Beijing. The rooms are comfortable and have all the amenities you need. The shadow box performance is such a great thing to experience and the staff go above and beyond to ensure you have a great stay. I would absolutely recommend this hotel if you are staying in Beijing!
Verified traveller
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Nov 2019
Well located, quiet hotel. We really enjoyed our stay.
Verified traveller
7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 Nov 2019
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 Oct 2019
The building and decor were very nice. Room and bathroom were good. Hotel is well situated for walking out to the Hiuhai and Beihai Park lakes. We also walked to the Forbidden city which is close (as Beijing distances go) but seemed quite a long way!
Verified traveller
5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Oct 2019
Beijing break
Lovely hotel, relaxed and kind atmosphere. We had a great stay.
Lynn
Lynn, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Oct 2019
Great location
Great location in the old town area. Helpful staff, good breakfast. Booked Great Wall tour through the hotel, which worked well.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Sep 2019
Clean room and property, professional and courteous staff, very nice area. Would love to visit again!
Verified traveller
4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Sep 2019
We loved being in the Hutong area of Beijing, being where all the people live and close to the lakes.
Melanee
Melanee, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
18 Sep 2019
Basic accommodation
The hotel is in a Hutong area which means it is down a small lane way. The common lounge area is OK but our room was very basic and the bed was terrible. The hotel is very noisy when people walk the passage way and you can hear every door slam. The staff are all young and a little pushy wanting you to book their tours. I suggest they go and check room 206 to see how bad the bed is.
The area is OK once you get use to the Hutongs. It is actually safe at night walking down a dark alley.
John
John, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Sep 2019
Great old neighborhood. Close to the metro. And super people watching all day...
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
31 Aug 2019
I liked the location and the staff were very friendly, the only downside is the cleanliness, they don’t do very good on the cleaning. They cleaned the room clean but they missed some small details. so I would give a cleanliness rating of 6 or 7 out of 10 .