Howard Johnson Paragon Beijing, BeijingHoward Johnson Paragon Beijing in Beijing, China has a corrected score of 3.0 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 157 of 217 hotels we score in Beijing. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.7 before correction: Booking.com 3.5, Tripadvisor 2.3, Google 2.5.Located on East Chang'an Avenue, the Howard Johnson Paragon Beijing sits directly opposite the Beijing Railway Station. This 4-star hotel is a practical choice for business travellers and families, situated within walking distance of Wangfujing Street and Tiananmen Square. The property contains 302 rooms featuring air conditioning, minibars, and LCD televisions. Guests can use the on-site fitness centre or dine at the Hunan cuisine restaurant. The hotel operates under eco-friendly rules, including optional cleaning services. While the location offers excellent transport links, the immediate area has limited shopping options beyond basic convenience stores.What stands out

Opposite Beijing Railway Station

Near Wangfujing Street

On-site fitness centre

Hunan cuisine restaurant

Watch out for

Limited local shopping

Inconsistent service quality

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