The Best Hotels Closest to Houhai Lake in Beijing for 2026

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Our top choices for Houhai Lake hotels

Minibar (free items), desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

1. Nostalgia Hotel（Beijing Prince Gong’s Mansion）

1.2 km from Houhai Lake

Melissa

￥8,072

￥9,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Hutong View Two Double Beds Quadruple Room with Balcony | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, blackout drapes

Loft Family Triple Room with One King Bed and One Single Bed | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, blackout drapes

2. Beijing Aaliyah Wang Fu Jing Forbodden City Boutique Hotel

Dongcheng, 1.3 km from Houhai Lake

James

￥11,260

￥13,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

3. Prime Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

Wangfujing Shopping Area, 2.7 km from Houhai Lake

Renee

￥19,132

￥22,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

Panoramic Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar (free items), in-room safe

4. Beijing Gu Xiang 20 Hutong Culture Hotel

Dongcheng, 1.3 km from Houhai Lake

Ming

￥11,765

￥13,718 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

5. The PuXuan Hotel and Spa

Wangfujing Shopping Area, 2.7 km from Houhai Lake

Greg

￥51,833

￥60,437 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

Standard Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

Loft | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

6. Peking Yard Boutique Hotel

Wangfujing Shopping Area, 2.5 km from Houhai Lake

Miriam

￥14,530

￥16,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

7. Renaissance Beijing Wangfujing Hotel

Wangfujing Shopping Area, 2.7 km from Houhai Lake

Karen

￥24,945

￥29,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Superior Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes

8. The Yard Hotel Beijing Nanluogu Alley

Dongcheng, 1.8 km from Houhai Lake

Olga

￥8,428

￥9,827 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

9. Nostalgia Hotel（Beijing Yonghe Lama Temple）

Dongcheng, 1.5 km from Houhai Lake

Cristian

￥6,267

￥7,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

10. BeiJing Qianyuan Hotel

Dongzhimen, 2.7 km from Houhai Lake

rafael

￥14,161

￥16,512 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Luxury Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, minibar

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

11. Jingshan Garden Hotel

Wangfujing Shopping Area, 1.8 km from Houhai Lake

Nan

￥21,590

￥21,590 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

12. Manxin Mansion Beijing Shichahai Park Nanluoguxiang

Dongcheng, 1.5 km from Houhai Lake

Nermine

￥14,746

￥17,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

Comfort Double or Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, blackout drapes, WiFi (free)

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, blackout drapes, WiFi (free)

13. Forbidden City Hutong Courtyard

2.2 km from Houhai Lake

Nathan

￥12,836

￥14,968 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, desk

14. Holiday Inn Beijing Deshengmen by IHG

2.1 km from Houhai Lake

Jamed

￥11,362

￥13,248 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Elite Suite | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), individually furnished

15. Beijing Rong Yard Guesthouse

Dongcheng, 1.1 km from Houhai Lake

shawn

￥13,009

￥13,789 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Luxury Studio Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

16. Yunju Hotel Beijing Yonghe Palace Guijie Siheyuan

Dongzhimen, 2.8 km from Houhai Lake

￥8,979

￥10,469 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

17. Blossom House Prince Kung's Mansion · Beijing Houhai

1 km from Houhai Lake

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We were in Beijing for a 10 days family vacation. I took a chance and booked us a location that was off the touristy spot where all the big hotels were - so glad I did - VUE is a hidden gem. We took to walking around the Hutong neighborhoods right away, my father loved his morning walks in Houhai Park which was right behind the hotel. Beijing is big and hectic, being able to return to tranquil and peaceful hotel after a days outing was very enjoyable. The rooms...

Mei

￥24,944

￥29,084 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

18. East Sacred Hotel ( the Forbidden City San Li Tun）

2.6 km from Houhai Lake

Kaori

￥11,733

￥13,680 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Comfort Triple Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

19. Beijing Drum Tower Loft Courtyard Hotel

Dongcheng, 1.1 km from Houhai Lake

Diego

￥7,941

￥9,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

20. Gehua New Century Hotel

Xicheng, 2.6 km from Houhai Lake

Shayna

￥18,911

￥21,749 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

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Compare popular hotels close to Houhai Lake

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Nostalgia Hotel（Beijing Prince Gong’s Mansion）	10.0 Exceptional 17 reviews	View
Beijing Aaliyah Wang Fu Jing Forbodden City Boutique Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 198 reviews	View
Prime Hotel Beijing Wangfujing	9.6 Exceptional 250 reviews	View
Beijing Gu Xiang 20 Hutong Culture Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 40 reviews	View
The PuXuan Hotel and Spa	9.6 Exceptional 100 reviews	View

Top Houhai Lake Hotel Reviews

Beijing Aaliyah Wang Fu Jing Forbodden City Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing to have free laundry and location right on bustling alley with food and shopping all day and well into evening. Also easy access to subway and centrally located (we visited sites in all directions from this hub)"

Peace Hotel Beijing

10/10 Excellent

"Nice location and very helpful staff"

Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

8/10 Good

"Great location, close to restaurants and shopping."

Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

10/10 Excellent

"Very convinient location, clean room and very friendly staffs, if have a chance to go Beijing again, would stay here again."

Beijing Le Zai Nan Luo Gu Xiang Wang Fu Jing Forbidden City Courtyard Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent experience for this stay. Warm welcome, excellent hospitality. Local tips: Staff share hidden spots and save us time.Easy bookings: They secure tables at busy restaurants and tickets for major sights.Stress-free transit: They help arrange safe taxis or private rides. Helps shipping my luggage to different hotel. Free great cooked food. Fresh made. The food tastes better than street food."

Nostalgia Hotel（Beijing Prince Gong’s Mansion）

10/10 Excellent

"I love that morning they provided take away breakfast before 7am. Especially useful for me and my son. They also provide supper at 9pm when we are hungry in the late night. :)"

Liuli Tile Courtyard Hotel Houhai Tian Anmen Wangfujing

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice place located nearby Houhai in old hutongs. Geat staff who do not hesitate to help us when needed. "

Beijing Rong Yard Guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"We loved the location. It is in a beautiful, quaint neighborhood, very near to main attractions like the Forbidden City. The manager was very friendly and accommodating. It is fun to stay in a place with so much character. Our kids loved staying in the upstairs loft. We would definitely stay here again. "

Other attractions near Houhai Lake

Houhai Park

8.4/10 (55 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Houhai Park, a lovely green space in Beijing. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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Nianhua Temple

After visiting Nianhua Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Beijing. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this culturally rich area.

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Guanyue Temple

After visiting Guanyue Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Beijing. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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Dongcheng Chun Prince House

Find out about the history of Beijing when you take a trip to Dongcheng Chun Prince House. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Former Residence of Soong Ching Ling

You can find out about the history of Beijing when you stop by Former Residence of Soong Ching Ling. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this culturally rich area.

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People's Liberation Army Opera House

Enjoy a show at People's Liberation Army Opera House, a storied theater in Beijing. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Chunqinwang Royal Residence

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can find out about the history of Beijing with a stop at Chunqinwang Royal Residence. Visit the shops and temples in this culturally rich area.

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Beijing Jinlu Mother Ms Zhuzhong Ancestral House

You can find out about the history of Beijing with a visit to Beijing Jinlu Mother Ms Zhuzhong Ancestral House. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this culturally rich area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Houhai Lake?

Houhai Lake is located in Beijing. This historic area is known for its popular art scene and temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 60 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Houhai Lake?

Beijing Aaliyah Wang Fu Jing Forbodden City Boutique Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and concierge services. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Houhai Lake. Other good choices within a short distance include Manxin Mansion Beijing Shichahai Park Nanluoguxiang and Nostalgia Hotel（Beijing Yonghe Lama Temple）.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Houhai Lake?

Expedia has 60 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Houhai Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Houhai Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Houhai Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Houhai Lake?

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Houhai Lake, click here.

What can I see and do near Houhai Lake?

National Art Museum of China, Forbidden City, and The Palace Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Bell and Drum Towers, Prince Gong Mansion, and Shichahai are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at Beijing Capital Theatre, Great Hall of the People, and The Grand Theater Building of Prince Kung's Mansion.

How can I get to Houhai Lake?

With so many ways to get around, seeing all of the area near Houhai Lake is simple. Nearby metro stations include Jinyu Hutong Station, Dengshikou Station, and Wangfujing Station. If you're taking a train to the area, Beijing Railway Station is the closest station to Downtown Beijing.

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Our top choices for Houhai Lake hotels

1. Nostalgia Hotel（Beijing Prince Gong’s Mansion）

2. Beijing Aaliyah Wang Fu Jing Forbodden City Boutique Hotel

3. Prime Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

4. Beijing Gu Xiang 20 Hutong Culture Hotel

5. The PuXuan Hotel and Spa

6. Peking Yard Boutique Hotel

7. Renaissance Beijing Wangfujing Hotel

8. The Yard Hotel Beijing Nanluogu Alley

9. Nostalgia Hotel（Beijing Yonghe Lama Temple）

10. BeiJing Qianyuan Hotel

11. Jingshan Garden Hotel

12. Manxin Mansion Beijing Shichahai Park Nanluoguxiang

13. Forbidden City Hutong Courtyard

14. Holiday Inn Beijing Deshengmen by IHG

15. Beijing Rong Yard Guesthouse

16. Yunju Hotel Beijing Yonghe Palace Guijie Siheyuan

17. Blossom House Prince Kung's Mansion · Beijing Houhai

18. East Sacred Hotel ( the Forbidden City San Li Tun）

19. Beijing Drum Tower Loft Courtyard Hotel

20. Gehua New Century Hotel

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Top Houhai Lake Hotel Reviews

Beijing Aaliyah Wang Fu Jing Forbodden City Boutique Hotel

Peace Hotel Beijing

Sunworld Dynasty Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

Sunworld Hotel Beijing Wangfujing

Beijing Le Zai Nan Luo Gu Xiang Wang Fu Jing Forbidden City Courtyard Hotel

Nostalgia Hotel（Beijing Prince Gong’s Mansion）

Liuli Tile Courtyard Hotel Houhai Tian Anmen Wangfujing

Beijing Rong Yard Guesthouse

Other attractions near Houhai Lake

Houhai Park

Nianhua Temple

Guanyue Temple

Dongcheng Chun Prince House

Former Residence of Soong Ching Ling

People's Liberation Army Opera House

Chunqinwang Royal Residence

Beijing Jinlu Mother Ms Zhuzhong Ancestral House

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