Staying on the Chang'an Avenue skyline, I captured the CBD day and night
by harpertravel
Apr 17, 2025
What’s it like to escape to the sky in the capital city? Waking up in the CBD clouds🏙️
The best decision on this Beijing trip was staying at the Park Hyatt! As one of the three iconic buildings in Guomao, the 63rd-floor sky-high lobby opens up the space, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the entire CBD panorama. Every snap feels like a metropolitan blockbuster~
📍Prime God’s Eye View Spot
• Perfect location! Right below is the Yintai Center, a 5-minute walk to Guomao Mall, super convenient for shopping and dining
• Transport hub: Served by Line 1 and Line 10 subway lines, 20 minutes by car to the Forbidden City (avoid rush hour)
• Landmark check-in: China Zun and the CCTV Headquarters are right in front, lighting up at night for a magical vibe
✨Sky-High Service Excellence
• Welcome tea break upon check-in, the 63rd-floor sky-high afternoon tea is a must-try (book window seats in advance)
• Room essentials: Dyson hairdryer + Le Labo toiletries, 600-thread-count custom bedding that makes you never want to get up
• Hidden perk: The gym has a sky-high swimming pool! After 9 PM it’s quiet and private, with romantic water ripple projections
📸Photo Tips
1. Lobby lounge: Best light from 3-5 PM, wear black to contrast with the metallic architectural lines for texture
2. Guest room bathtub: Use a wide-angle lens for a high-altitude soak, framing the city skyline in the shot
3. 65th-floor Beijing Liang Restaurant: Capture the car light trails outside during dinner, night mode makes the shot pop
🍽️Nearby Food Radar
• Hotel’s “Jin Ting” focuses on seasonal dishes; the spring-only Chinese toon with tofu is amazing
• 10-minute walk to “Da Dong” for satisfying roast duck; don’t miss the cherry foie gras with Kaluga caviar
• Night owl’s blessing: “Din Tai Fung” in Yintai’s basement is open until 11 PM
💡Practical Tips
• Choose west-facing rooms if possible; the China Zun view is more stunning than the east-facing apartment view
• Weekend rates are 30% lower than weekdays; brunch + stay packages offer great value
• For families with kids, note in booking to request children’s amenities, which include a yellow duck bath toy + custom little tent
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