Beijing Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Courtyard, Beijing - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

No.24 Song Shu Jie, Beijing, China

Beijing Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Courtyard, a 4-star historic hotel in Downtown Beijing's Xicheng district, offers daily shadow puppet performances and craft classes in its covered courtyard-cum-lobby. The property features a 24-hour front desk, business center, and gift shops.

Traditional Courtyard Rooms

Rooms at Beijing Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Courtyard center around a courtyard with ersatz tapering eaves. The accommodations feature ample storage, brick bedframes, and private bathrooms with rainfall showerheads. Guests can choose between Chinese-style rooms with Kang beds or Western-style units.

Coffee Lounge Dining

The Coffee Lounge bar serves a fusion breakfast combining baozi, zhou, eggs, and toast. The surrounding hutong alleyways house local eateries.

Activities and Recreation

Beijing Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel schedules free Tai Chi sessions every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 20:00. The property provides bicycle rentals and can arrange rickshaw and boat tours in Shichahai Lake area.

Transport and Landmarks

Located 0.5 miles from Beihai North subway station, the hotel sits within a 5-minute drive of Mei Lanfang Memorial Museum and Beihai Park. Beijing Capital International Airport is 50 minutes away by car.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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2 persons

8 m²

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1 Double bed

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King Room

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2 persons

12 m²

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Premium Twin Room

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2 persons

25 m²

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Beijing 2.6 mi

Airports

Beijing Capital International (PEK) 16.5 mi

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) 34.9 mi

Train

Beijing North Station 1.6 mi

Metro stations

Beihai North2700 ft

Bus

Bus stop1000 ft

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

No.24 Song Shu Jie, Beijing, China

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No.24 Song Shu Jie, Beijing, China

City landmarks

Museums

Forbidden City-The Palace Museum

1.7 mi

Parks

Beihai Park

1.5 mi

Parks

Jingshan Park

1.5 mi

Museums

The Palace Museum

1.7 mi

No.131 Fuchengmennei Main Street

Temple of Ancient Monarchs

1.5 mi

Square

Tiananmen Square

2.4 mi

No.12 Yonghegong Street

Yonghe Temple

1.6 mi

Shicha Lake Scenic Resort

Back Lakes

3800 ft

Di'anmen Wai Main Street

Bell and Drum Towers

1.1 mi

17 Qianhai W St

Prince Gong Mansion

2800 ft

Shicha Lake

Yinding Bridge

4200 ft

No.53 Yandai By Street

Chinese Imperial Post

3400 ft

No.9 Huguosi Street

Mei Lanfang Memorial Museum

3100 ft

Hou Hai Bei Yan 46

Peking Former Residence of Soong Ching Ling

2500 ft

southwest corner of Qian Hai

Lotus Lane

2500 ft

North Of Taipingcang Alley

Beijing King Zhuang's Mansion

3700 ft

Planetarium

Beijing Planetarium

2700 ft

No.18 Qianhaixi Street

Memorial Hall of Guomoruo

2600 ft

No.51 Di'anmen West Main Street

ShiChaHai ChaYi JiuBa Jie

2900 ft

No.149 Gulou West Main Street

Guan-Yue Temple

2800 ft

Parks

The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum

1.4 mi

Museums

National Art Museum of China

1.5 mi

Di'anmenwai Main Street

Yandaixie Street

3400 ft

Di'anmen

3900 ft

Museums

The Geological Museum of China

1.5 mi

north of downtown Beijing between the Di' anmen (Earthly Peace) Gate and the Deshengmen (Moral Victory) Gate

The Three Rear Lakes

2600 ft

West of Zhonglou,Dongcheng District

Lingdang Hutong

4000 ft

No.26 Nanyan

Beijing Fengtai Nunnery

3100 ft

China

Shichahai

4200 ft

Nearby

No.17 Qianhaixi Street

Gong Wang Fu

1300 ft

Restaurants

Houhai Yizhan Bar

3400 ft

LiuYin Jie Jia 2Hao

Kao Rou Ji

1800 ft

14 Qian Hai Dong Yan

4corners

2300 ft

No.27 Dashibei Hutong

Cafe Sambal

4000 ft

43 Doufuchi Hutong; 旧鼓楼大街豆腐池胡同43号

NBeer Pub

3100 ft

1/F

Xihai Donkey Meat Restaurant

5200 ft

No.107 Deshengmen Inner Street

Gang Beng Er Hot Pot

3400 ft

No.101 Huguosi,Xicheng Districth

Quanjude Roast Duck Restaurant

4100 ft

No.57 Di'anmen West Main Street

No Name Restaurant

4300 ft

1 Dajinsi Hutong

85 Degree Cafe

3700 ft

Xinjiekou Bei Dajie and Huguo Si Jie

Dong Lai Shun Restaurant

2700 ft

XinJieKou BeiDaJie 99Hao

3 Colours Lotus Indian Restaurant

4000 ft

No.75 Yandai By Street B

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

9.4

Service

9.0

Dining

8.6

Frederick

United States of America, March 2025

6.8/10

My stay at Beijing Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Courtyard was a blend of charm and convenience. The hotel is nestled in an authentic hutong area, providing a unique local experience. While the wifi connection left much to be desired, the spacious rooms and good breakfast made up for it. Overall, I would recommend this hotel for anyone looking for an affordable and culturally rich stay in Beijing.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are spacious and very clean, featuring large bathrooms and comfortable beds. However, the lower level rooms can be a bit dark due to limited natural light.

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly and accommodating, always ready to assist with tips and suggestions. While their English wasn’t perfect, they used translation apps effectively to communicate.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in a safe and serene area, surrounded by traditional Chinese architecture. It’s a short walk from subway stations, making it easy to get around the city.

Dining

9.0

Breakfast was a good mix of Chinese and Western options, with good coffee and tea. I found it to be one of the highlights of my stay.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities included housekeeping and laundry services, though accessing the hotel by car can be tricky due to narrow alleys. The shadow art performances are a unique and enjoyable addition.

Charlie

United States of America, January 2025

7.0/10

I had a good stay at the Beijing Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Courtyard. The location was perfect, nestled in the charming hutongs with easy access to local restaurants and beautiful lakes. The room was cozy and clean, though a bit smaller than I expected. I did notice some occasional sewer smells, but overall, the experience was unique and enjoyable.

Rooms

8.0

My room was small yet very clean and comfortable, with a lovely bathroom. It would have been great to have a mini fridge, but that didn’t take away from my stay.

Service

9.0

The staff was overall helpful. I appreciated the kindness of Wendy, who stood out for her friendliness, and Henry, who assisted me with local arrangements. Some staff did have a language barrier, but I managed with translation apps.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location in the hutongs was a highlight, allowing me to wander through a neighborhood rich in culture and community. It was a short walk to beautiful lakes and plenty of local activities, which made for excellent people-watching.

Dining

8.0

Breakfast was simple but everyone was nice enough to provide a good selection of Western and Eastern options. I enjoyed the food at dinner, especially during happy hour when I tried some delicious cocktails.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offered a unique experience with the shadow art theatre right on site. There were some additional amenities like laundry service and a comfortable lounge area for guests to enjoy.

John

United States of America, December 2024

5.0/10

I had a good stay at this charming hotel nestled in a traditional hutong. The atmosphere was peaceful and allowed me to experience authentic Beijing away from the tourist crowds. However, I did notice some room for improvement, like the limited number of plugs and a lack of bedside lighting. Overall, it was a nice experience thanks to the friendly staff and unique performances. 🌟

Rooms

9.0

The room I stayed in was quite spacious with a lovely view of the internal courtyard above the theater. Downside was the minimal lighting and too few plugs for my gadgets.

Service

10.0

The staff members were incredibly friendly and helpful, especially Adele and Nina, who made my stay more enjoyable. They were great at assisting with recommendations and arrangements.

Location

9.0

Located less than a 10-minute walk from Beihai North subway station in a quiet hutong, the location was ideal for exploring the nearby lakes and local eateries.

Dining

8.0

The breakfast was enjoyable and served in a charming setting, though it didn't stand out as the best Chinese breakfast I've had. Variety could use improvement.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provides a unique experience with free shadow puppet performances for guests, and other amenities like laundry and tour assistance were a bonus.

Pete

United States of America, November 2024

6.6/10

I had a fantastic time at Beijing Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Courtyard! The hotel is nestled in the charming Hutongs, offering a unique and authentic experience. While the rooms were a bit smaller than I expected and the water temperature in the shower could be tricky, the cultural atmosphere and helpful staff more than made up for it. I particularly enjoyed the good dumpling-making class and the enchanting shadow puppet performances.

Rooms

8.0

The room was clean and comfortable, albeit smaller than expected. The spacious bathroom had great amenities.

Service

9.0

The staff were kind and helpful. They even arranged a taxi for my early departure without any hassle.

Location

10.0

Situated in a very authentic part of Beijing, the location made it easy to explore the lakes and local eateries.

Dining

9.0

Breakfast was varied and filling. I loved the congee and pancakes, which set me up nicely for my day of exploration.

Facilities

9.0

Enjoyed the complimentary shadow art performances and the dumpling class provided a fun cultural experience.

Irving

United States of America, November 2024

5.2/10

My stay at the Beijing Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Courtyard was quite enjoyable, filled with authentic experiences and lovely amenities. The location in the hutong offered a unique feel, though my room could have used more light. The breakfast was a good mix of traditional and western choices, and while the wifi was frustratingly slow, the shadow art performance was a highlight. Overall, it's a charming option for visitors looking for a taste of local culture.

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in was spacious with a lovely bathroom, but it lacked proper windows which made it quite dark at times.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and helpful, although I had a bit of a language barrier that made communication tricky at times.

Location

9.0

The hotel is perfectly situated in a hutong, near the lakes and parks, making it easy to explore local attractions within walking distance.

Dining

9.0

I really enjoyed the breakfast, as it offered a blend of traditional Chinese and western options which was a perfect start to my day.