This time I came to Beijing to explore Xicheng Hutong in depth and chose Huguosi Hotel Beijing. I originally thought that the old style hotel located in the old street would only have room facilities that were "sufficient". After staying for three days, I realized that it had perfectly polished the daily needs of the guests, without redundant design that was flashy and intricate. Every detail was focused on practicality.
I live in a standard room facing the street, with a spacious and clean area of about 30 square meters. There are no extra decorations piled up when entering, and the light wood furniture paired with plain cotton and linen bedding exudes a sense of old Beijing style security. What surprised me the most was its sound insulation design. Although it is located downstairs on the bustling Huguo Temple Street, the moment the double-layer glass windows are closed, the voices of people and cars outside are almost completely isolated. After a day of browsing, I get so tired that I fall asleep without being awakened by the noise on the street.
The layout of the room is completely tailored for travelers: a large storage platform is reserved at the entrance of the room, where my hiking bag, camera bag, and newly purchased alley letter can be neatly placed without being piled up on chairs to take up space. The width of the workbench by the window is enough to hold a 15 inch laptop and newly purchased old Beijing snacks. The warm light of the desk lamp is just right, and when organizing photos of the alley taken all day at night, staring at the screen for a long time will not make your eyes sore. Both sides of the bed are reserved with charging panels with USB ports, allowing mobile phones, sports cameras, and power banks to be charged simultaneously without having to search for charging heads and pull long cables everywhere.
The details of the bathroom show the most attention to detail, with a complete separation of dry and wet areas. The 24-hour hot water flow is stable and fast, and the temperature of the water flow wrapped around the body is just right. After wandering around all day, I was sweating all over, and in the moment of taking a hot shower, all my fatigue dissipated. The countertop of the washbasin has been widened, so my skincare products and camera cleaning tools can be neatly arranged without being crowded. The wall corner is also thoughtfully equipped with anti slip handrails, so there is no need to worry about slipping when bringing the elderly to live.
The wardrobe space is more spacious than many hotels in the same price range, and the three thick coats I brought can be neatly hung in without wrinkling or stacking them together. There are also free umbrellas and magnifying glasses in the wardrobe. If you encounter sudden rain while strolling in the alley, you can just take the umbrella and go out without buying expensive umbrellas on the street. The air conditioning in the room runs very quietly, without making buzzing noises like many old hotels. It stays on all night without being woken up, and the temperature can be precisely adjusted to a comfortable level.
The most unexpected thing is the accessibility details in the room. The width of the door is wide enough for wheelchairs to easily move in, and the sharp corners of the walls have been upholstered, allowing elderly people with limited mobility to move freely. The small coffee table by the window is designed with rounded corners, so it won't hurt if accidentally bumped into, and bringing children here can also reduce many safety concerns.
Having stayed in so many hotels in the old city area, it is rare to come across such a room: it does not pursue the luxurious decoration of internet celebrities, but spends every penny of its cost on places that can truly enhance the experience. On the bustling Huguo Temple Street, having such a quiet, practical, and thoughtful small space makes people feel more at ease than any luxury hotel when they come back to rest after strolling through the hutongs.Show more