Hotel The Opposite House, Beijing
Expert reviews
“The Opposite House is the city’s hippest address. The work of Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, this 99-room boutique hotel shows off modern Beijing’s commitment to design and style.”
“Fans of contemporary design will want to book their Beijing hotel reservations at this ultra mod Chaoyang hotel. Built during the crush of development surrounding the 2008 summer Olympics, Opposite House is just one example of the cutting edge architecture for which Beijing has since become known.”
“With see-all open-plan bathrooms, American oak bath-tubs, lovely mood lighting, underfloor heating, sliding doors, complimentary beers, TVs on extendable arms and a metal basin swimming pool, this trendy Swire-owned boutique hotel is top-drawer chic.”
“This exemplar of 21st-century China has a huge atrium and contemporary art in the stunning lobby, plus spacious and warm guest rooms kitted out with natural wood and Scandi-Asian minimalist chic.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Beijing.
“This boutique hotel is memorable from first glance, with its dramatic green and yellow glass façade. Designed by avant-garde Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, this chic 99-room spot is currently among Beijing’s hippest addresses.”
Featured as Frommer’s Exceptional Choice in Beijing.
“Expect Avant garde, minimalist interiors. The prices aren’t so minimalist, but perhaps that’s not surprising considering this hotel’s prime position in the centre of Sanlitun. There’s also a rather edgy Spanish-Italian fusion restaurant. One for the wealthy hipsters.”
What guests liked
- Helpful staff
- Excellent location
- Boutique style
- Comfortable beds
- Excellent Wifi
All you need to know
Designed by renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, The Opposite House is located in Taikoo Li Sanlitun, in the heart of Beijing, China. Its architecture is a dramatic mix of modern contemporary style and traditional Chinese designs. Surrounded by chic bars, tons of restaurants and boutique shops, it is the place to be… And only a 10 minute drive from the CBD too!
The rooms are abundantly spaced with a free mini bar and floor to ceiling windows. The huge beds are covered with premier quality bedding and a mood lighting system comes installed. They are all out fitted with a digital entertainment system and a flat screen TV with cable channels. The luxurious en suite bathroom features an oak bathtub and a rainfall shower.
The rooms are a breathtaking experience on their own but stepping outside their doors will leave any guest giddy with excitement.
Sureño Restaurant serves a variety of Mediterranean dishes that are a treat to the taste buds while international cuisine can be enjoyed at the Village Cafe. Cocktails and wines can be savored at the comfy, cozy lounge. This hotel is a great choice for business and leisure travelers interested in a luxurious shopping, history and culinary experience.
Hotel Details
— 99 rooms
— Opened August 2008
— Contemporary style
Hotel Features
— Free WiFi
— Restaurant
— Bar and lounge
— Room service
— Wedding and honeymoon accommodations available
— Family friendly (kids under 2 years stay free)
— Private parking available
— Indoor swimming pool
— Garden and terrace
— Air conditioning
— Laundry services available
— Fitness center
— Business Center
— Spa and wellness center
— Steam room
— Tickets and tours assistance
— Bicycle rental available
Additional Info
— Check in begins at 2:00 PM
— Check out begins at 7:00 AM
— Minimum check in age is 18 years old
Address
11 Sanlitun Rd, 三里屯 Chaoyang Qu, Beijing Shi, China, 100027
Location
Recent guest reviews
10 July 2021
Exceptional
Cool, nice and clean
Noisy on the weekend night
2 July 2021
Fabulous
Acoustic issue with room floor under our room
22 June 2021
Exceptional
Excellent location. Beautifully designed hotel.
nothing
2 June 2021
Great Hotel, Great Location, great facilities.
Decoration, Location, Swimming Pool,
12 May 2021
Fabulous
Staff are excellent
This use to be the most modern hotel, they nees to keep up-to-date with the changing world
8 May 2021
Great stay!
It’s chic and modern, the staff is very friendly, helpful, and customer orientated.
The pool area smelled slightly bad. A sauna would have been nice for the price as well. The breakfast buffet in general was rather average, the buffet choices were limited, and the food a la carte was modestly served. We were honestly expecting a little more.
4 May 2021
nice place to stay, good hotel and location.
super friendly and helpful staff. room is is simple and beautiful. we had a view of a nice tree and made it extra relaxing when we were in the room. breakfast was good, but since we do not eat gluten, i wish there were some gluten free breads or pastries.
the gym is not great and very dark. we wanted to go for a swim before dinner but there was a swimming class for little kids so it was very noisy and not an inviting atmosphere to relax. then we tried to use the sauna and it didn't work either bec it was barely warm.
7 April 2021
Location and Well-being
Staff service, room comfort level, location, location and location.
6 April 2021
Fabulous
Spacious and bright room, very comfortable bed and free mini bar and sweets! A yoga mat is provided in the room. Amazing indoor pool. We were allowed to have a later check-out, much appreciated. 3 very good restaurants on site. Overall stay was very good, recommended!
10 March 2024
I will never stay here ever again. For this price? Just a small top up and please do yourself a favour and book at eithe
Grace during check in was an absolute gem with perfect english. The lobby looks good.
1. No water bidet/automatic w/c (For a 5 Star hotel???) 2. Too dark! Lighting in the lift, gym and pool were at about 10-15% only - ridiculous! 3. Extremely noisy rooms - and they allow children/random people to play with the lobby piano regardless of how loudly they may play it. 4. Check out staff (female) was very unfriendly. I had asked for a 1hr extension and was rejected instantly. I then quickly went up to my room and pack up, only for her to call me back once I was already done packing. I only needed some extra time for my friend who was already on her way. - At least CHECK before you reject. why bother offering after? Doesn’t feel good anymore and I rejected her offer. It was also a very strict offer making me ensure 100% that my friend was able to make it before 1pm. Didn’t like her initial rejection and tone and content of the second offer. Note: She rejected me immediately before she bothered to check in the system. And later on called me back but it was already too little too late. 5. Room layout was weird but it wasn’t a big deal.
22 November 2023
Nice but has aged
The location. The global architecture
Has aged. Bathrooms should be updated. Bad smell coming out from it.
18 September 2023
Should be rename as The Opposh*t House
I had heard that The Opposite House was once hailed as the pinnacle of Beijing’s hotel scene. Often staying at The Upper House in Hong Kong, I was intrigued to experience its counterpart after my recent stay at Rosewood Beijing. Let me assure you, the contrast between the two experiences was as stark as Bliss and Torment. Unfortunately, my recent encounter with the Opposite House didn’t live up to expectations when it came to overall experience and room comfort. While the hotel’s prime location held promise, the prevalence of significant drawbacks cast a shadow over the stay, resulting in a very unsatisfactory experience.
After completing the check-in process, a bell attendant delivered my luggages to the room, left them by the door, and promptly departed. There was no orientation or explanation of the room’s features. Upon entering, I couldn’t help but notice that the room’s design seemed to prioritise its ‘aesthetics’ over practicality and comfort. A major drawback became apparent with the complete absence of any demarcation between the bedroom and the bathroom. This design quirk led to discomfort, particularly when stepping out of the shower or bath, as the abrupt shift in temperature caused by the air conditioning was disconcerting. To make matters worse, the master switch failed to power down all electrical components, leaving the lights in the shower and toilet on without any means of turning them off. The choice of hard surfaces throughout the room resulted in subpar sound insulation; as someone who prefers an early bedtime, the noises from the lobby persisted and hindered my attempts to sleep soundly. Privacy proved to be another HUGE concern. The hotel’s layout, with rooms facing an atrium much like public housing in Hong Kong, had regrettable consequences. Anyone in the lobby had a direct line of sight into each room, effectively broadcasting occupants’ comings and goings. I really do not understand the green film all over the window, is it an attempt to create a false sense of privacy? Once inside, the proximity of neighbouring buildings and the lack of one-way windows allowed pedestrians on the street to peer into the room, compromising both personal space and security. I can attest to this firsthand, as I observed my own room from the street with unsettling clarity. This lack of privacy dealt a significant blow to the overall comfort of the stay. Full Review on https://feedmrchow.com/the-opposite-house/
13 September 2023
Best Location, trendy neighborhood but lack of noise protection in windows. Be prepared for noisy.
Outstanding Staff and near to excellent shopping area
Noise of street and air-conditioning maintenance.
18 August 2023
Not great value for money.
The design is cool, staffs are friendly and helpful.
None of the restaurants allow dogs to dine in, even when it's extremely hot outside. Unfortunately, I don't think it can call itself Pet Friendly. Also, the restaurants on the lobby floor are loud, living upstairs wasn't exactly pleasant.
3 August 2023
Quite disappointing.
Location
Staff service. Different staff made different mistakes. Room cleanness, stains in the bath tub. Wet towels at the balcony door. Poor soundproofing, could hear noisy sound upstairs and at the corridor. Pillows not comfortable.
18 December 2022
i felt deceived.
Its location.
my friend in the room requested a room cleaning at 6pm when we were told there is no housekeeping service after 5pm. i was upset because i paid full fares, not reduced fare; why shall i be getting reduced services? it was the worst hotel experience i have had in 10 years in beijing thats why i cut my stay short. a hotel in beijing who charges me CNY2300 a night (more than peninsula in beijing) tells me there is no housekeeping after 5pm. i understand it was due to covid yet no one explained this to me before hand, only when i questioned why i was charged full fare for reduced services. i was disappointed and aggravated. i will never stay here again, it was insulting.
26 March 2024
Exceptional
20 March 2024
Exceptional
11 March 2024
Exceptional
18 February 2024
Exceptional
13 February 2024
Exceptional
2 November 2023
Exceptional
31 October 2023
Exceptional
6 October 2023
Exceptional
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kid meals (additional charge)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Currency exchange
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Lockers
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre
- - Indoor pool
- - Indoor pool (all year)
- - Fitness
- - Yoga classes
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Bike tours
- - Bicycle rental
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Pool and wellness
- - Heated pool
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available
7 October 2021
Exceptional
The facilities are spectacular. The staff are super nice and helpful, too.
The traffic is *very* awful for cars, so I’d probably suggest metros for visiting other places in Beijing.