I booked this hotel because of the rave reviews and also because it is under the SLH (Small Luxury Hotel) brand. It is classified as a 'designer', 'boutique' hotel but I found that contrary to popular opinions, the required elements are lacking. While it is difficult to argue about taste, I would just present the negative facts here: - The... more

The Emperor was a fun, modern hotel with an amazing location - during a four day stay I could walk to most of the places I wanted to visit and was a short trip to the subway for anything else. The hotel is metres from the wall of the Forbidden City along a small, quiet road. The room was clean... more

Our original hotel - cancelled on us 12 hours before we arrived in Beijing due to an electrical problem. They gave us two options - we chose The Emperor Hotel. What a great choice. They picked us up at the airport, organized a car to drive us to the Great Wall, where they made reservations at a fabulous place for... more

It really was a fun room. You could watch tv or listen to the TV while in the shower! not that this is an important part of hotel rooms, but its an example of the coolness of the room. Hotel staff were nice and helpful. lots of freebies in the room. The location was maybe a 15- 20 minute walk... more

This hotel doesnt look much from the outside, but the inside is fantastic. If you love staying at little quirky boutique style hotels, then I am sure you will not be disappointed. The rooms are really modern and the one of the most interestingly designed of any hotel I have stayed in. The are not overly large, but you have... more

This hotel is great and just unbelievable. When you check in the hotel, you have everything your need in terms of amenities and service. the hotel design is modern, elegant and nice in all aspect. Staff are very friendly and well English speaker. I just stayed there two weeks ago I am a vegetarian and i really did not like... more

Arrived at this hotel with great expectations and the design certainly did not disappoint but I was none too impressed when they did not have a record of my reservation. I had booked through the "Design Hotels" web site, a world wide group this hotel belongs to. Thankfully rooms were available. My other grip was the room was not made... more

We stayed four days at the Emperor and truly enjoyed our stay. The hotel has a beautiful design and nice spacious rooms. In particular the service at the Emperor was impeccable. The staff went out of their way to service us. Only a minute would pass after we entered the hotel before we were offered hot tea, and cookies would... more

Booked with Expedia, stayed 4 nights last week in May at The Emperor. It is relatively new with a modern minimalistic and funky look. The hotel is walking distance to tourist sights, shopping malls, restaurants, super markets and night markets. Situated in a quiet area amongst the local hutongs. The double bed is very firm as with all beds in... more