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Reviews of Zhong An Hotel Beijing Former Residence of Journalist Edgar Snow

No. 6, Kuijiachang Hutong, Beijing Train Station East Avenue, Chaoyang, 100005 Beijing, China

#45 of 225 hotels in Beijing

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 158 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free WiFi

    7.6

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  • Reviewed: 24 June 2024

    10
    Really nice!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Comfortable and inexpensive hotel in a good location (close to the station and metro). A big plus is the nice inner courtyard, where you can hang out at night for a beer.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast wasnt up my street.

    The staff were really friendly. The room was great. I only speak English but the staff had special translators that helped when I needed to ask tourist questions. Close to central Beijing station where you can get a travel card.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    9.0
    Great place at convenient location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Business Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Clean rooms Good shower Nice mattress Cozy courtyard Good location

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    9.0
    Great value, friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location of the hotel is tucked away in the back streets behind Beijing station. We didn’t feel unsafe but it is off the beaten track. Just have your wits about you.

    Stayed for a couple of nights while transiting through Beijing. - Staff have limited English but are so friendly, one wonderful staff member even offered to buy something from the vending machine for us because our card wasn’t working. - Rooms small but clean and comfortable, allowed us to check in early free of charge. - Free congee was being offered at the restaurant in the evenings, lovely touch and delicious. - Close to Beijing railway station.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2024

    10
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Business Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only drawback is not really about the hotel itself. I asked one of the receptionist to book a car and driver to go to Huanghuacheng the next day. We used mainly the translator to communicate. From what she said I understood that he would pick us up, drove there and wait then bring us back, without time limit. However at the end of the day, the driver told us that we should pay 100 yuan more for overtime since we had a 9 hour forfait. It would have been nice to have this information before hand, so we could arrange the time at the great wall differently.

    The hotel was well located, near Beijing railway station and not far from several subway stations. There’s no elevator but the staff carries the luggage up to the room and down for check-out. Our room was small, very clean. The breakfast was a buffet for 28 yuan with eastern and western style food. There was food available at night (didn’t try it) and free lemon and sour plum water. Our stay was really enjoyable and I would definitely recommend this place.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Business Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was clean and had everything you need.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, all was good

    1. We had room with 3 beds, the room was spacious 2. Enough hangers and place for luggage 3. Spacious bathroom 4. Real tea (no teabags!), and sweets and water as free complement 5. Very nice restaurant, we had Duck, it was very good 6. Very very good breakfast for around 3$! 7. It has laundry, but we didn't use coz stayed just 1 night

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have been great if there was an elevator but the signage says that they could assist with your luggage. Would have also been nice if there was a mini fridge as there was no ice making machine.

    Conveniently located near the Beijing Railway Station. Pleasantly surprised that they serve free supper and free use of laundry which included detergent. Breakfast and dinner at the restaurant was also very good and value for money.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2024

    10
    A fantastic historic place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All is perfect

    It is quite basic (but super clean!!), and the vibe is fantastic! It is so cozy, so historic and so much like being in good old Beijing. Loved it! The service is better than in many 5 star hotels. Thank you!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2024

    10
    Love it here!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Business Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    I stayed at this hotel back in 2016, and it has only improved! The location can't be beat. It's closely located to Beijing Station, subways, parks, markets, grocery stores, etc. The rooms were clean and have been updated to the most modern necessities. It was also quiet at night. The staff were all great and they provide plenty of free bottled water. Absolutely love it here and can't wait to return!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Business Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent location and friendly staff

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Elevator would be lovely. Also trains are sometimes noisy. Breakfast not so great either

    It is small, but cute and lovely

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room is tiny and there is very little space to move and the mattress is very hard.

    The property is close to Beijing Railway station. The hotel staff is very friendly and gave us some gifts to welcome us. Laundry facilities free to use and drinks and food dispenser machines in the hotel. They also have a guest sitting area inside and outside the hotel and a restaurant. They keep your luggage after check out. The room was clean with all toiletries and despite other reviews we found it very quiet at night even if it's near the station. It was good value for money.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Business Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely staff and clean room! Great location!!!!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    10
    Great place to visit Beijing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, staff, breakfast..

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    10
    Great staff, great location, history and comfort
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing to not like here

    With traditional settings and a beautiful immersion into history, this well located accommodation is a great place to stay in Beijing. Only a stones throw (just under 10mins walk) from Beijing Central Station, the place is located close to some of the best restaurants, shopping and markets. If you don’t speak any Chinese you need to download voice or itranslate so you can speak with the staff as they have great knowledge of the area and are really very helpful. The room is spacious with large double beds. We stayed in 4304 on the ground floor, close to the restaurant and common room, with a courtyard for relaxing after your adventures of Beijing and meeting with others from all over the globe who stay there. Read the history of the place and the journalists who were loved by the Chinese people following the Japanese invasion of the mid to late 30’s. The staff here make the place, with all of the restaurant staff accommodating to needs, front of house very helpful and friendly and the food was great also. Be sure to make this your go to for a stay in Beijing and enjoy the amazing hospitality we enjoyed in this great place to stay.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    9.0
    Nice place to stay in Beijing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Business Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Small room

    Superb locations

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Business Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast starts quite late so bad for early mornings

    Very clean and modern rooms and very near to the centre. Helpful staff who speak some English

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    9.0
    Great hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Business Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice and welcoming structure, Friendly staff ready to answer questions, excellent location 10 minutes from the railway and subway station.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2024

    8.0
    Worthy stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was difficult to find the hotel but overall it was worth

    Clean, breakfast was good, location was near the central station. Staff was super friendly

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    9.0
    I would stay here again, I enjoyed my stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Business Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The courtyard is really nice but I didn't want to spend time there as a non-smoker. One time I smelt cigarette smoke in my room. I believed this was coming from the bathroom. The solution was to keep bathroom ventilator on while using the room and the bathroom door closed- problem solved. Don't expect any English language channels on the TV.

    I almost canceled my stay due to other reviews saying how difficult it was to find, I'm glad I didn't because this was a very convenient location for me and so easy to find. I used the train/subway from the airport, I changed lines and got off at Beijing Railway Station. Use Exit C. Turn right from Beijing Railway Station and walk along the main road, turn right at the corner after walking pass a bus depot. (The corner has a tall building called China Grain Hotel) walk to the end of that road, you'll come to a police station, turn right and you'll be able to see the hotel. The hotel staff were able to accommodate an early check in- thank you very much. They had a laundry with 2 washing machines, 2 dryers and detergent, free to use. The restaurant had a great buffet breakfast and the menu also had vegetarian options. The buffet was 28 yuan if I remember correctly. Housekeeping staff did a great job in my room but the shower curtain needs to be replaced. There are two small shops in the street you can buy snacks, drinks, beer, ice cream from.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing that I didn't appreciate. I was not on the side of the train station, so I wasn't bothered by any kind of noise.

    All great ! Clean and comfortable. Kind staff.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    10
    Good enough for one night.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The noise from the railway station. It is so close…

    The staff were very supportive and helpful. Thanks for the hospitality.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very close to everything, really welcoming and giving good service

    Stayed in May 2024

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