Orange Hotel (Beijing Jianguomen Baiqiao Street)  

Inside Beijing's East Second Ring Road near Jianguomen, this hotel is a handy base for exploring. About 4 km from the city center, it's close to Silk Street Market, Chaoyang Theater and the Temple of Heaven, and a short ride from Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, Wangfujing and major business districts and Beijing Station.

Rooms lean fresh, elegant and art-forward. Each room features voice-controlled curtains and lighting, a smart sound-control setup, a 65-inch LCD TV with one-click screen mirroring and slippers. Heavy sound insulation keeps things quiet for a good night’s sleep.

Accessible elevator and in-room smart tech make stays effortless. Ultra-strong soundproofing means peaceful nights. Surrounding supermarkets, eateries and banks add extra convenience for on-the-go guests.