Fragrant Hill Empark Hotel

“Mixed Feelings”

Stayed for a conference; Hotel amenities: Conference facilities were good, sound, PC, catering were all good. WiFi was good and the lift was quick. Room: Large rooms, good water pressure, TV, nice bed and room was quiet. Smelt like damp and cigarettes though, fridge but no mini-bar, VERY long walk … more

Stayed for a conference; Hotel amenities: Conference facilities were good, sound, PC, catering were all good. WiFi was good and the lift was quick. Room: Large rooms, good water pressure, TV, nice bed and room was quiet. Smelt like damp and cigarettes though, fridge but no mini-bar, VERY long walk to room from lobby. Balcony door had no lock. Food: Wide selection of food catering for many tastes, opening hours were okay. Fruit juices were very sugary, didn't attempt to work the coffee machine. Sweet options were limited and very dry. Staff: Friendly but a distinct lack of English speakers for an international hotel.

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“Quite a good hotel”

I stayed at this hotel at the start of November 2016. The hotel itself is not new but is clean and tidy. My room was very clean and the WiFi was surprisingly good. I had read some of the bad reviews before traveling there so I was a bit worried, so I was pleasantly surprised. The staff were frien… more

I stayed at this hotel at the start of November 2016. The hotel itself is not new but is clean and tidy. My room was very clean and the WiFi was surprisingly good. I had read some of the bad reviews before traveling there so I was a bit worried, so I was pleasantly surprised. The staff were friendly. It is in the Fragrant Hill Park with lots to see. At that time there were lots of Chinese tourists looking at the Autumn (Fall) foliage and of course lots of food stalls with lots of interesting offerings. It is a bit far from the centre of Beijing but that did not bother me because I was there for a meeting and in any case I had seen the centre many times.

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“Up in the hills”

We stayed here for a conference and found it in a lovely mountain region away from the city craziness of Beijing. The check-in was slow and English speaking staff is hard to find but they were trying hard to offer a comfortable stay. The best part, for me, was the leisure facilities. A very good cl… more

We stayed here for a conference and found it in a lovely mountain region away from the city craziness of Beijing. The check-in was slow and English speaking staff is hard to find but they were trying hard to offer a comfortable stay. The best part, for me, was the leisure facilities. A very good clean lane pool with decent changing facilities. Odd opening times but it is new and smart. The buffet breakfast offered Western and Chinese food with a lively atmosphere. The hotel looks a little tired and dated with old carpet on the corridors. The main foyer has an open air feel and the gardens were well structured. WiFi was tricky if you didnt have a local mobile phone number.

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