Secluded Retreat in the Capital | Encounter Xitan, Discover Another Way of Life

| Encounter Xitan, discover another way of life. After prolonged exposure to urban clamor, the yearning for tranquility grows stronger. This time, I found a perfect escape in Beijing's Mentougou District—Xitan Hotel—and I'm excited to share my experience with you. 🚗 Nestled in the historic Yangpo Yuanlao Village site in western Beijing's Mentougou, adjacent to the millennium-old Tanzhe Temple, the hotel is a hidden gem. Driving along the winding mountain road, the farther you go, the more the city's noise fades away. Upon arrival, the elegant ancient-style gate makes you feel like you've stepped back in time. 🏞 The hotel comprises 17 traditional Chinese courtyards with a total of 38 guest rooms, distributed across 10 serene and rustic Chinese-style compounds. Each room is uniquely designed, featuring private hot spring pools. My room offered a view of lush green mountains and trees through the window, with sunlight streaming in, creating a warm and cozy ambiance. The room is fully equipped, and the minibar includes premium items like THONON natural mineral water (the official water of the French royal court) and French Alain Milliat juices, showcasing attention to detail. 🍽 The hotel's Rong Fu Yan restaurant, a Michelin-awarded establishment, is crafted by Xin Rong Ji, the only three-Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant brand in mainland China. Breakfast features homely yet delicious options like soy milk, fried dough sticks, and Hunan rice noodles, while the main courses highlight carefully selected ingredients cooked to perfection—each bite is a delight. Beyond Rong Fu Yan, the hotel also offers Half White Cloud Café, Wunian Whisky Bar, and Wuxiang Caviar Bar to cater to diverse preferences. 💆‍♀️ For leisure and entertainment, Xitan Hotel excels. The Park Hyatt Meditation Room allows you to find inner peace, while the Qinshui Spa Center, with its professional team, helps alleviate physical fatigue. The gym is equipped with full sets of Technogym fitness equipment and offers expert guidance. A 20-seat professional-grade (THX) cinema provides the latest films for an immersive audiovisual experience. 🌳 The landscape design, created by Japanese garden master Kenji Nomura, features 20 meaningful scenic designs that seamlessly blend the natural mountain views with inner courtyards, bringing the outdoors inside. The lobby's "Nature Wall," composed of pine trees, waterfalls, and Masatoshi Izumi's stone arrangements, harmonizes perfectly with Belgian artist Lina Kusaite's grand mural "Bloom," making you feel as if you're inside a traditional Chinese landscape painting. The hotel's service is exceptionally thoughtful, with dedicated butlers available throughout your stay to promptly address any needs, from check-in to daily requests. My stay at Xitan Hotel provided a peaceful haven amid a hectic life, making it a truly unforgettable experience. If you're looking to escape the city's hustle and bustle, come here to embrace a slower pace of life!