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OVERVIEW
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What to expect: The soaring marble lobby, renovated in February 2004, is inspired by the mythical Shangri-La of the novel Lost Horizon. It evokes a Himalayan landscape with its huge glass walls, exotic artwork, sweeping staircase, and large, cloud-like crystal chandeliers, whose black crystals and topaz beads reflect brilliant colors. It's a busy rendezvous for government officials, businesspeople, and conventioneers.
Amenity highlights: Major renovations in August 2004 introduced vibrant new restaurants and extensive business amenities, including complimentary wireless internet access in hotel public areas. The hotel is surrounded by a 3,000-square-meter (32,000-sq-ft) traditional Chinese garden with koi pond, pavilions, waterfalls, and 100 species of flowers and trees. Recreational facilities include a 25-meter (65-ft) indoor pool and a fitness center with sauna.
Insider tip: Purple Bamboo Park, one of the largest in Beijing, offers a refreshing break from the city, with picturesque islands, the remnants of an old temple, and three lakes connected by five bridges. It's about 1.5 km (1 mi) from the hotel.
AMENITIES
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Seven restaurants and bars offer cuisines ranging from classic Chinese to nouveau Western. Some offer exhibition kitchens and garden views, others provide live entertainment.
Business facilities include 24 function rooms, two pillar-less grand ballrooms, and a business center with translation and secretarial services. The business center is open from morning to late night. Other amenities include restaurants, health club, and Chi the Spa.
Swimming pool - indoor
Massage - treatment room(s)
Sauna
Technology helpdesk
Concierge desk
Complimentary newspapers in lobby
Fitness equipment
Bar/lounge
Restaurant(s) in hotel
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Coffee shop or cafe
Room service (24 hours)
Parking (free)
Parking (secure)
Meeting rooms (small groups)
Ballroom(s)
Banquet facilities
Exhibit space
Business center
Conference room(s)
Event catering
Audio-visual equipment
Cell phone/mobile rental
Secretarial services
Computer rental
Internet access - wireless
24-hour front desk
Safe-deposit box - front desk
Porter/bellhop
Doorman/doorwoman
Security guard
Multilingual staff
Number of rooms: 670
Number of floors: 24
ATM/banking
Gift shops or newsstand
Shopping on site
Translation services
Currency exchange
Tour assistance
Medical assistance available
Dry cleaning service
Television in lobby
Coffee in lobby
Video library
Shoe shine
Air-conditioned public areas
Elevator/lift
Umbrella
Wedding services
Supervised child care/activities
High-speed (wired) Internet access - complimentary
Airport transportation
ROOMS
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This 24-story hotel has 670 guestrooms, all with bay windows overlooking the garden or city. Superior rooms are on floors 6â€"13; deluxe rooms are on floors 14â€"24. Rooms were renovated in 2004. Internet access is available in guestrooms. High-speed Internet access is available for a fee of RMB50 net per hour or RMB120 net per day. Decor is contemporary Chinese, with mood lighting from wall spotlights and recessed ceiling lights. Bedside panels control the lights and TV. Bathrooms have sandstone walls, marble vanities, telephones, bathrobes, makeup mirrors, and scales. Two bottles of mineral water are replenished daily.
Room Amenities
Internet access - wireless
Premium TV channel(s)
Cable/satellite TV
Complimentary newspaper
Air conditioning
Climate control
Blackout drapes/curtains
Internet access - surcharge
Voice mail
Multi-line phone
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bottled water in room (complimentary)
Refrigerator (on request)
Remote lighting/drapery/curtain control
Microwave (on request)
Wake-up calls
Housekeeping
Turndown service
Bathroom telephone
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Extra towels/bedding in room
Shower/tub combination
Bathroom scale
Makeup mirror
Sewing kit
Slippers
Electronic/magnetic keys
In-room safe
Television
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Clock radio
Desk
Rollaway beds
Cribs (infant beds) available
Smoking rooms
ENTERTAINMENT
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Spa
Eleven large private suites inside the Chi at the Shangri-La offer all guests a "spa with
RECREATION
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The hotel has a well equipped health club, 25-meter indoor pool with sauna (complimentary), and signature spa - Chi.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
Swimming on site
Aerobics on site
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Bicycle rentals on site
Bird watching on site
DINNING
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Shang Palace - Exhibition kitchen with chefs preparing classic Cantonese and Pekinese cuisine. Overlooking the gardens, with marble, granite, and glass softened by yellows, reds, and golds of deep-pile carpet. Glass columns illuminated at night. Abalone-shell motifs and precious stones set in walls, tables, and chairs. Open for lunch and dinner.
Cafe Cha - Open kitchens and staffed food stationsâ€"including a Western grill, pizza and tandoor ovens, noodle and dessert stations, and a seafood barâ€"offer a wide range of culinary styles, with chefs preparing dishes to order in front of guests. The cool green decor reflects the garden setting. Open early morning until late evening.
Lobby Lounge - Popular venue for morning coffee, afternoon tea, and evening cocktails, with bright decor enhanced by floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking gardens. Refreshments served in the terraced garden, weather permitting. Piano music each afternoon; live band playing classic Chinese instruments in the evening. Open early morning until late evening.
Cloud Nine Bar - Angular ceiling lanterns, a crystal-glass backdrop, and a palette of crimson, orange, and purple create a mythical feel. A band performs each night.
Garden Bar and Terrace - Snacks and drinks are served in the 3,000- square-meter (32,000-square-foot) landscaped gardens by the koi pond and waterfalls. Four pavilions, named after the seasons, serve traditional Chinese delicacies and a wide range of teas. Open mid-afternoon until late evening.
Nishimura - Wooden floors, light-wood wall panels, and a soft-beige decor, with sushi/sashimi bar, teppanyaki grill, and two tatami rooms serving Japanese cuisine.
Blu Lobster - Exclusive contemporary restaurant and cocktail lounge. Offers Western cuisine and extensive selection of fine Bordeaux wine.
POLICIES
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
Pets not allowed
Check-in time is 3 PM
Check-out time is Noon
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