Xitan Beijing, BeijingXitan Beijing in Beijing, China has a corrected score of 4.0 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 19 of 217 hotels we score in Beijing. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.2 before correction: Booking.com 4.5, Tripadvisor 5.0, Agoda 3.0. Rooms from about $780 a night (cached, not a live quote).Xitan Beijing is a five-star resort located in the Mentougou District at the base of Tanzhe Mountain. Set within a two-hectare restored ancient village, the property combines traditional Chinese courtyard architecture with modern design. It sits near the 1,700-year-old Tanzhe Temple and the Pagoda Forest, making it suitable for guests seeking a quiet mountain retreat. Facilities include a rooftop pool, a private cinema, a meditation room, and the Qin Spa. While the setting offers mountain views and a peaceful atmosphere, the rooms are relatively small and the mountain location means insects are common. The hotel provides valet parking and a fitness centre for its guests.What stands out

Traditional courtyard architecture

Rooftop and seasonal pools

Private cinema and spa

Mountain views

Watch out for

Small guest rooms

Mountain insects

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