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During a holiday to Xicheng, historians and history buffs alike may want to plan a visit to the temples. While you’re visiting, check out the museums and entertainment venues.

Based on our travel expertise, PekingUni Photography theme Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and a business centre. Bell and Drum Towers is a short 10-minute walk away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Hill Lily Courtyard and VUE Hotel HOUHAI BEIJING.

Xicheng is home to 148 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia, including 148 historic hotels or hotels close to historic sites.

Xicheng is notable for its temples and landmarks like Zhongnanhai, Xibianmen Watchtower and Forbidden City. Cultural venues include Geological Museum of China, National Centre for the Performing Arts and Beijing Museum of Natural History. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Xidan Shopping Center and XiDan Shopping District.

A guest who chooses a historic hotel has the opportunity to stay in a place that’s been officially recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any building that’s been identified as being of special interest. These types of hotels in Xicheng usually retain original characteristics such as period features or traditional architecture in their communal spaces or guestrooms.

These terms are similar. “Historic hotel” is a term often used in the US, whereas “heritage hotel” is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasise the architecture and building. Mainly a heritage hotel draws meaning from the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Yes. Every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Guests can expect the amenities you’d get from a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. In Xicheng, booking a historic hotel doesn’t mean you’re choosing a place that’s rundown.