Your stay — Stey王府井店
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The Property — Stey王府井店
Stey王府井店 is a clean, no-fuss 3-star hotel right in the thick of Wangfujing, Beijing’s main shopping drag. Lobby is small and efficient, with a coffee bar and young staff who speak decent English. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want to be steps from the Forbidden City and night markets without paying for frills. You get a solid bed, air conditioning, and a location that saves you metro fares.
Chronicles of Beijing
Beijing has been a capital for over 700 years, first under Kublai Khan’s Yuan dynasty, then the Ming and Qing. The Forbidden City, built in the early 1400s, sits at the city’s core, with the vast Tiananmen Square just south. By the 1950s, the Communist government tore down most of the old city walls to make room for ring roads and Soviet-style blocks. Today, Beijing is a frantic, dry mix of ancient hutongs, glass skyscrapers, and endless construction, with a food scene that goes from street skewers to Michelin-starred Peking duck.
Best Time to Visit
Full Beijing guide →Best months
September and October have clear skies, cool air (20-25°C), and low humidity. May is also good, with spring blossoms and fewer tourists than autumn.
Peak / festival surge
October and early November are peak, driven by National Day holiday (1-7 Oct) and perfect weather. Hotel prices can double during National Day week, and Wangfujing is shoulder-to-shoulder. April’s Qingming Festival also spikes domestic travel.
Budget shoulder season
March and November are the sweet spot: March is chilly (5-15°C) but the cherry blossoms start, and November is cold but dry and cheap. Crowds thin out, and hotel rates drop 30-40% from peak.
Weather & packing
Beijing in July is a sauna: 25-35°C, high humidity, and occasional heavy downpours from the monsoon. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and a portable fan — the metro platforms are airless, and you’ll sweat through a shirt in minutes.
Live City Briefing — Beijing
- Beijing’s subway Line 3 opened in December 2024, connecting the east side more directly to Wangfujing, so check maps for new routes.
- The Forbidden City now requires timed entry tickets booked at least 7 days ahead via the official WeChat mini-program — walk-up tickets are gone.
- July is peak pollution month for Beijing; check air quality index (AQI) daily and consider bringing N95 masks if you have respiratory issues.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Stey王府井店, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the inner courtyard (south side of the building). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise from 柏树胡同 but still within the lift range. The courtyard side is quieter than the street-facing side.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3, especially those facing 柏树胡同. The hotel is on a narrow hutong, but 柏树胡同 carries local traffic, delivery scooters, and pedestrian chatter. Low floors catch that noise plus any lift lobby activity.
Best views
The best view is from rooms facing south over the courtyard (likely traditional-style with some greenery). Street-facing rooms look onto 柏树胡同’s low-rise buildings and local life — interesting but not scenic. No high-rise vistas given the 3-star hutong location.
Quietest floors
Floors 4, 5, and 6 are the quietest. The lift services all floors but traffic peaks on lower ones. These floors also have less footfall from the small lobby and breakfast area.
🔊 Noise notes
柏树胡同 is a narrow hutong in central Beijing, so expect scooter horns, delivery trucks, and early-morning street sweeping starting around 6am. The lift lobby on each floor can echo, especially near the stairwell. No major bar or nightclub noise nearby, but residential noise from neighbouring hutongs may carry.
Insider tips
If you value quiet, book a courtyard-facing room on floors 4-6 and confirm at check-in. The hotel may assign street-facing rooms by default. Parking is extremely limited in this hutong area — consider arriving by taxi or metro (Dengshikou station is a 5-minute walk). If driving, pre-arrange parking with the hotel, as street spaces are scarce.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Stey王府井店
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 50 Mbps download; no login or password required (auto-connect to 'Stey_Wangfujing')
Single passenger lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; free access to PressReader via lobby tablet; building is a converted 1990s office block, no heritage quirks
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed after 10:00 on request; late check-out until 14:00 costs RMB 150, after 14:00 charged half day rate
Free unlimited storage at front desk for any duration
Step-free entrance via ramp; one wheelchair-accessible room (No. 108) with wider doorways and roll-in shower; no lift to basement laundry
No on-site parking; valet not available. Nearest public car park: '王府井停车楼' at 301 Wangfujing Street, RMB 8/hour, RMB 80/night (18:00-08:00); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (included in room rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; RMB 200 incidental hold per card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: 王府井天主堂 (852 m · ~11 min walk)
- Mosque: 东四清真寺 (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: 救世军教堂 (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: 智化寺 (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
澳门中心商场 — 725 m · ~9 min walk
安和闻香 — 970 m · ~12 min walk
史家胡同博物馆 — 368 m · ~5 min walk
菊隐剧场 — 359 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
中国银行 — 964 m · ~12 min walk
7-Eleven — 512 m · ~6 min walk
灯市口 — 196 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Chinese Yuan Renminbi, CNY
Use bank ATMs for best rates; avoid airport and hotel exchange bureaus where rates are poor.
Visa/Mastercard accepted at major hotels and international shops; UnionPay is nearly universal; mobile pay (Alipay, WeChat Pay) dominates everywhere.
Tipping is not customary any context — do not tip in restaurants, taxis, or hotels; it may be refused or seen as strange.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Chain coffee shops (e.g., Luckin, Starbucks) sell a latte for around 30–35 CNY.
A bowl of noodles or a set meal at a local canteen costs about 25–40 CNY.
A main course at a simple local restaurant runs 40–60 CNY.
Snack streets like Wangfujing Night Market (nearby) offer skewers, dumplings, and pastries from 10–30 CNY.
Budget chains include Carrefour, Hualian, and Yonghui — common in this central area.
The Wangfujing shopping street has affordable mid-range brands; Dongsi market area has lower-cost clothing.
Metro day pass (single journey 3–9 CNY) is cheapest; from Beijing Capital Airport, take Airport Express train (25 CNY) or the cheaper ordinary subway (Line 10 + connection, ~7 CNY).
Use metro instead of taxis; eat at local noodle shops rather than tourist restaurants; buy bottled water at convenience stores (2–3 CNY) not at stalls (5+ CNY).
Good to know — Beijing
Type A/C/I · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ¥6.78 · CNY
Emergency Contacts
BeijingAll three numbers are toll-free and available 24/7. For tourist assistance and English-language support, contact the Beijing Tourism Hotline at 010-6513-0828. Major hotels can also assist with emergency translation services.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Beijing, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Stey王府井店
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · 中国银行 — 964 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEI) / Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) → Beijing Hotel
💡 Use Didi app (Chinese Uber equivalent) for fixed pricing and English interface. Airport taxis have standard meters; avoid unmarked cabs.
Beijing Capital International Airport / Daxing Airport → Beijing Hotel / Tiananmen area drop points
💡 Good value and direct route. Buses stop at multiple hotels. Book tickets at airport counters; less convenient than metro but reliable.
Beijing Capital Airport Terminal 3 (Line 10) / Daxing Airport (Line 20) → Tiananmen East Station / Tiananmen West Station (near Beijing Hotel)
💡 Fastest option. Buy a Yikatong card for seamless transfers. Download Baidu Maps for navigation; download offline maps as coverage can be spotty.
Beijing Daxing International Airport → Beijing Hotel via Tiananmen East Metro Station
💡 Premium express service from Daxing. Connects to metro for final leg. Most convenient for Daxing arrivals; uses Yikatong card or single tickets.
About Beijing
Wikipedia ↗
Beijing, previously romanized as Peking, is the capital city of China. With more than 22 million residents, it is the world's most populous national capital city, as well as China's second-largest city by urban area, after Shanghai. It is located in Northern China, and is governed as a provincial-l...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Stey王府井店?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the inner courtyard (south side of the building). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise from 柏树胡同 but still within the lift range. The courtyard side is quieter than the street-facing side.
Which rooms should I avoid at Stey王府井店?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3, especially those facing 柏树胡同. The hotel is on a narrow hutong, but 柏树胡同 carries local traffic, delivery scooters, and pedestrian chatter. Low floors catch that noise plus any lift lobby activity.
Is Stey王府井店 noisy?
柏树胡同 is a narrow hutong in central Beijing, so expect scooter horns, delivery trucks, and early-morning street sweeping starting around 6am. The lift lobby on each floor can echo, especially near the stairwell. No major bar or nightclub noise nearby, but residential noise from neighbouring hutongs may carry.
Which rooms have the best views at Stey王府井店?
The best view is from rooms facing south over the courtyard (likely traditional-style with some greenery). Street-facing rooms look onto 柏树胡同’s low-rise buildings and local life — interesting but not scenic. No high-rise vistas given the 3-star hutong location.
What are insider tips for staying at Stey王府井店?
If you value quiet, book a courtyard-facing room on floors 4-6 and confirm at check-in. The hotel may assign street-facing rooms by default. Parking is extremely limited in this hutong area — consider arriving by taxi or metro (Dengshikou station is a 5-minute walk). If driving, pre-arrange parking with the hotel, as street spaces are scarce.
What time is check-in at Stey王府井店?
Check-in at Stey王府井店 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Stey王府井店 have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 50 Mbps download; no login or password required (auto-connect to 'Stey_Wangfujing')
Is there a city or tourist tax at Stey王府井店?
None (included in room rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Stey王府井店?
A bowl of noodles or a set meal at a local canteen costs about 25–40 CNY.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Stey王府井店?
Metro day pass (single journey 3–9 CNY) is cheapest; from Beijing Capital Airport, take Airport Express train (25 CNY) or the cheaper ordinary subway (Line 10 + connection, ~7 CNY).
When is the best time to visit Beijing?
September and October have clear skies, cool air (20-25°C), and low humidity. May is also good, with spring blossoms and fewer tourists than autumn.
Top Attractions in Beijing
💡 A security screening (bag check + ID) is required to enter the square. The flag-raising ceremony at sunrise draws crowds — arrive early if you want to see it without a crush of people.
💡 Reserve a free ticket online at least 1-2 days before. Arrive at opening (9am) to avoid queues. The museum is huge—pick one or two halls, like the Ancient China hall, to avoid burnout.
💡 Wander the side alleys off the main hub—many galleries there are free and less crowded. Check a few gallery websites for current exhibitions; some bigger shows charge 30-80 yuan.
💡 Climb to the Wanchun Pavilion for sunset photos over the Forbidden City. Tickets cost just 2 yuan, making it one of the cheapest viewpoints in the city.
💡 Book tickets online at least a week ahead, and enter from the south meridian gate. Avoid the main route crowds by exploring the eastern and western side halls first.
💡 Go early in the morning (around 6am) to see locals practicing tai chi and singing. The park is free before 8am, but you need a ticket for the temple buildings.