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Grand Mercure Beijing Central

A four-star stay in Beijing's Xicheng district, close to the Forbidden City and Xidan metro station, with a pool and multiple dining options.

  • Central Beijing location near Forbidden City and Xidan station
  • Family-friendly suites and studios with flexible bed options
  • On-site dining, indoor pool, sauna, and fitness centre
8.4 Great 1366 reviews Booking.com 8.4 · 1366 reviews

About

Grand Mercure Beijing Central

Grand Mercure Beijing Central sits on Xuanwumen Nei Avenue in the Xicheng District, a roughly 25-minute walk from Zhongshan Park. The Forbidden City is also close by, and Xidan metro station is nearby for getting across the city. It's a practical base for first-time visitors, with luggage storage and a restaurant on site.

The hotel has a range of room types, from Superior Twins to Executive Suites and several family-oriented options like the Family Studio and Deluxe Family Suite. Public areas include an indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and a fitness centre. There's also a business centre and meeting rooms for those travelling for work.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

5 reasons to book
  • Well-reviewed staff and service — Guests consistently praise the helpfulness and English proficiency of the team, from front desk to management.
  • Strong location for sightseeing — Close to the Forbidden City and Xidan metro station, with Zhongshan Park about 25 minutes on foot.
  • Clean, comfortable rooms — Reviews describe rooms as spotless, spacious, and well furnished, with good bathrooms and beds.
  • Good dining on site — The breakfast is a common highlight, with a varied international spread including European and western dishes.
  • Solid facilities for the price — An indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and fitness centre add value at a starting rate of $110 per night.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Facilities scored below other categories — The Facilities rating of 6.4 is the hotel's weakest category, suggesting room for improvement in this area.
  • Some categorical ratings fall short — Comfort (7.9) and the unnamed cat7 (7.1) trail the overall average, pointing to occasional inconsistencies.
  • No pets allowed — The property does not accommodate pets, which may be a limitation for those travelling with animals.
  • Check-in window starts at 2 PM — Rooms are available from 14:00, so early arrivals will need to plan for luggage storage before then.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Family Studio

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Premier Family Suite

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Chinese Superior Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Family Suite

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Superior Queen Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Superior Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Premier Queen Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Deluxe Queen Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Premier Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Junior Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Executive Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Executive Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Executive Queen Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • No smoking on site
  • Lift

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service

Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Fitness centre

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Services

  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Housekeeping

Safety & Security

  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Safe deposit box

In-room

  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Carpeted floor
  • Cots

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.4
Great 1366 reviews

Guest-rated 8.4/10 from 1,366 reviews

Booking.com · 8.4 · 1366 reviews
8.4Verified guest

“The staff were wonderful in every way.”

8.4Verified guest

“Breakfast was excellent with European options, muesli and western dishes, plus great service. The room was spotless and nicely furnished with a king bed – everything felt perfect.”

8.4Verified guest

“The polite staff were the highlight.”

8.4Verified guest

“Rooms were spacious, comfortable, and clean, in a good location.”

8.4Verified guest

“Fantastic location near major sights and great shopping. Staff were friendly and spoke good English.”

8.4Verified guest

“Great location with easy access to the Forbidden City. The entrance was nice, staff were very kind, and the international restaurant served better food than most places in China – and without any odd smells.”

04 — Location

Getting around Beijing

The property sits in Beijing.

Forbidden City: The imperial palace complex is close by, and guests mention easy access on foot or via nearby transport.

Xidan: Xidan metro station and shopping options are within easy reach, making it simple to get around and explore.

Zhongshan Park: About 25 minutes on foot, this park offers a green escape in the middle of the city.

6 Xuanwumen Nei Ave Xichen District - Beijing 1000, Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100031, China

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
328 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, parking is available on site.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Does the hotel have family rooms?

Yes, there are Family Studios, Family Suites, and Deluxe or Premier Family Suites, which can be configured with two single beds or one queen bed.

What dining options are on site?

The hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge area, plus a coffee shop.

Is there a pool or fitness centre?

Yes, there is an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and a fitness centre.

The bottom line

A reliable, well-positioned four-star for Beijing sightseeing, with a strong staff, good breakfast, and family-friendly rooms, though facilities could be more consistent.

8.4Based on 1,366 reviews and a guest rating of 8.4

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