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11-MAY-2009

Double Happiness Hotel, Beijing

Living in the real heart of the city, you will have a chance to get easy access to witness the daily life of Chinese people. Our courtyard house with over 200 year’s history, you are closer to those ancient Chinese stories. Our hotel is suitable for culture explorers & mind-peace seeker.

History
The hotel is located in the real central area of the city with typical Chinese culture and history. The yard used to be the house of a gifted ancient scholar and dignitary Mr. Ji Xiaolan in Qing dynasty. The hotel could be named as a beautiful urban villa; it is built in a typical old Beijing architectural style with compound of quadrangle courtyards which has more than 250 years history.

Courtyard
Walking in the well-protected Chinese-styled lanes, you will have exclusive opportunity to witness the true Chinese daily life from the unique viewpoint. Every time you pass it, you may get further understanding about the life style and thought of Chinese people, which will significantly increase the interests and rewards for your stay in Beijing.
After stepping into the old-styled red gate, you will be encircled by the traditional Chinese cultural remains, pavilions and attics. The yard is fully covered by plants and flowers, and the fresh air and quiet surroundings will let you forget the noise of the city life. The classical winding corridors with extraordinary hand-made artworks will lead your way to your rooms and you can easily find a place to take a break in the park-like garden which is surrounded by jade stairs, Chinese red pillars and other colorful old-styled buildings and architectures.

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