Beijing, the capital of China, is the major business and cultural center of the country, located at the northern side of the North China Plain between the rivers Yongding He and Wenyu He. Previously known as Peking, the northern capital is the China's second biggest city after Shanghai, with a population over 10 million. The city is framed by the Jundu and Xishan Mountains, and bordered in the north by the world's longest man made structure, the Great Wall of China. Beijing is one of the four municipalities directly under the central government and is divided into 16 districts and 2 counties.The city was the first imperial capital during the Yuan Dynasty (AD 1279-1368), later ruled by the Ming and Qing Dynasty emperors from city's heart, the Forbidden City imperial palace. Nowadays ancient Beijing survives in its ‘must-see' treasures as the Temple of Heaven, the Forbidden City, Meng Jiang-Nu Temple and the Summer Palace. Every year visitors from around the world travel to Beijing to experience the fascinating mixture of China's old and new cultures, exploring the incredible samples of China's cultural treasures, placed along with high-tech towers and skyscrapers.

Beijing hotel deals
Apart from this, mostly due to 2008 Olympic Games preparations, there is a wide variety of Beijing hotel offers. Everything from world-class luxury Beijing hotels with advanced business facilities to mid-range hotels and budget Beijing hotels options. Majority of the hotels are located in the city's heart, close to the most visited tourist attractions. Widely presented range of luxury five-star hotels in Beijing mostly offers the standard equivalent of the international hotels abroad. One of the best Beijing hotels with top-luxury options is China World Hotel, located in the heart of the Beijing diplomatic and financial district and close to the Forbidden City. The hotel has own metro stop in the adjoining China World Trade Centre complex, attached to the China World Shopping Mall. It offers a great variety of conference and exhibition facilities, as well as making it a perfect starting point for both business and leisure. The St. Regis Beijing is another elegantly decorated hotel located in the city's diplomatic district, and known for its tremendous service and luxury. The hotel is conveniently located near the Tiananmen Square, Silk Market and the Forbidden City. Prices for luxury stay stars from Y2000 per night.

Top Beijing hotels include Home Inn hotel (Beijing Shuangjing), with its branches located throughout the city's districts, offers cheap and clean rooms, modernly furnished. Lusongyuan Hotel is located down the historic hutong, close to Houhai and Nanluogu Xiang, and is one of the traditional courtyard style hotels. The hotel is built around a number of courtyards and offers bike rentals, internet and tourist booking service. Another traditional courtyard style hotel, Bamboo Garden established in the historical building of the Qing Dynasty with rich green courtyard, is located near Drum and Bell Towers and beautiful Houhai Lake. Hotel is close to most tourist spots, including The Forbidden City. Price in this category varies from Y150-200 to Y1600, depending on the accommodation type.

Cheap Beijing hotels rates go from Y50-Y60 a night per bed, while single and double rooms may cost Y200 and Y300 - 400 respectively. Far East Youth Hostel is the best budget option in Beijing is located at the center of one of the city's most interesting hutong neighborhoods, only a 10-minute walk from both the Heping Men and Qian Men metro stops. There is a dumpling restaurant and bike hire can be found nearby. This hostel offers free use of their kitchen. Laundry service is available. It has clean, nicely renovated three-star hotel comfortable rooms. Two-star Feiying Hotel, located in Xuanwumen District, at the prosperous Xidan business area, is another option for a budget stay. Rooms have advanced facilities including air-conditioning, refrigerator and TV. Peking Downtown Backpackers Accommodation in among hostels highly recommended for backpackers in this category. This place is popular for its central location on a restored hutong with lots of shops and restaurants and friendly staff. Rooms are comfortable and clean.

Beijing hotel reservation
While Beijing hotel booking you should remember that one of the best periods for Beijing trip is autumn, as the city is not overcrowded with tourists like in peaking summer period, thus it's more convenient time in terms of accommodation, transportation and access to the city's sightseeing. Hotel rates are constantly changing prior to the season, so advanced reservation is highly recommended, especially for summer trips. Beijing hoteliers offer a variety of good establishments, affordable for every pocket and demand. So, make sure you have a great time during your stay in the welcoming Beijing hotels.