Commune by The Great Wall by Hyatt, BeijingCommune by The Great Wall by Hyatt in Beijing, China has a corrected score of 2.7 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 7 of 7 hotels we score in Beijing. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.8 before correction: Booking.com 2.1, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 3.3. Rooms from about $187 a night (cached, not a live quote).Commune by The Great Wall by Hyatt is a 4.5-star hotel situated in the Shuiguan Mountains within the Yanqing District. Part of the Hyatt Unbound Collection, the property consists of 176 rooms and suites spread across 36 villas, such as the Bamboo House and Forest Cottage. The architecture was designed by twelve different Asian architects, blending modern and traditional styles. Guests can access an outdoor pool, dining featuring northern Chinese cuisine, and various event spaces. It is a suitable choice for those visiting the nearby Great Wall of China. However, some guests have reported unpleasant scents in the rooms.What stands out

Unique architectural design

Close to the Great Wall

Authentic northern Chinese cuisine

Varied villa accommodation

Watch out for

Unpleasant room odours

Inconsistent guest experiences

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