Beijing Shangguanyi Homestay  

Tucked in the suburbs of Yanqing, in Boundary Stone Village, this boutique inn perches on a riverside slope near a fruit garden. It’s a short hop from Longqing Gorge and Yudu Mountain, with the Summer Palace also listed among nearby attractions. Expect mountain-view and river-view vibes just outside the door.

Ten rooms spread across 1,800 m² of hillside, from roomy 40 m² doubles to suites around 100 m². Floor-to-ceiling windows and expanded viewing platforms pull the landscape into the décor. The palette stays natural and simple so the scenery does the talking. In-room basics include a TV, mini-bar and slippers; exact features vary by room type.

A cozy bar and on-site restaurant set the evening tone, while a karaoke corner keeps nights lively. Practical perks include parking, an elevator for accessibility and a concierge to help plan trips to nearby sights. Expect fresh-air mornings and river-breeze views right from the property.

Dine on local flavors in the inn’s restaurant and unwind over drinks at the bar. The menu leans regional to match the mountain-and-river setting, perfect after a day exploring Longqing Gorge or Yudu Mountain.