Shichahai Shadow Art Performance

My friend and I stayed for 10 days here and it was great! The rooms are a good size and the bathroom is lovely and posh feeling. Water bottles are provided everyday in the room, and there is free tea and coffee in the foyer. I saw a previous review complaining about lack of teabags, toothbrush and other items in the rooms - but if you read the sheet they give you upon arrival, due to Chinese regulations they can't put them in your room but if you ask at the front desk they'll provide these things for you! Laundry service is £3 (30 yuan) Breakfast is £4 (40 yuan) Paid via Alipay/weixinpay at the bar when needed! The aircon is good and I slept well every night with no complaints. The hotel is situated in the Shichahai Hutongs, a small walk from the Shichihai lake which has a huge cultural area, restaurants and shops. Do not stay at this hotel if you expect to be in central Beijing city, as this hotel is in the cultural area in the Hutongs!! You can get a cheap taxi at the front desk of the hotel with 1 hour notice, or download the DiDi app and order one yourself (though it is a tight squeeze, they will pick you up from the Hutongs!). The shadow puppet show by Master Maomao and the workers was spectacular and truly worth seeing if you're going to Beijing for the cultural History. From a British perspective this is a great hotel and worth the money (relatively cheap compared to hotels in the UK). I was lucky that my friend speaks Chinese well, but using a translation app would work as well.

The Schichahai Shadow Art Performance Hotel was the perfect start to our Trip in China. The staff is very friendly and helpful, especially Jerry who helped us with purchasing train Tickets to our next destination. The Shadow Art Performance by Master Mao was also very interesting and a must See! The Location of the Hotel is great too. The Beihai Bei Subway Station is near and you can reach the famous Peking Sights with the Subway very convenient. If you Explore the districts near you get a good Insight of the life of some local people too.

5 Stars- Memorable Stay with Exceptional Service I had a wonderful stay at the Beijing Shichahai Shadow Art Performance Courtyard Hotel. The hotel itself is charming, clean and full of unique cultural character, offering a truly memorable Beijing experience.A special thank you to the front desk team-Jocelyn, Julie, Lilly,Tom and Jerry -- for their outstanding service. They were incredibly warm, professional,and always ready to help, whether it was arranging transport, recommending and helping with booking places to visit,or just offering a kind smile. Their hospitality made me feel right at home.I highly recommend this courtyard hotel to anyone visiting Beijing. The combination of location, atmosphere, hutong and exceptional staff makes it a standout choice. I'll definitely be back

We stayed here for 4 days to enjoy Beijing. The hotel is located in one of the Hutongs, the old part of the town. It is close to the forbidden city (with taxi or bike). The shadow art performances are very nice and interesting, they perform 3 or 4 times per week, so not every evening. The rooms are very comfortable, but my special blessings go out to the hotel staff Longlong, Tang Tang, Hui Hui, Xuan Xuan, Wen Wen, and Erjie. They were magnificent in making our stay perfect. At every time we got more service than could have expected. They were being always enthusiastic and diligent in their work. I would for sure recommend you staying here if you go to Beijing. I would prefer this place over any anonymous big top hotel.

10 out of 10!Fantastic location, authentic vibes, and wonderful staff. I arrived early in the morning (7am), so I booked the night before to ensure a smooth check-in. I was greeted by the lovely receptionist, Jerry, who was incredibly helpful and kind.There’s no elevator at the property, but Jerry kindly helped me with all of my bags. I also needed an iron, and he provided a steamer instead — such great service!The room was clean, quiet, and well-equipped — everything I needed.A special highlight of my stay was the traditional shadow puppet show — such a unique and memorable experience.The daytime receptionist, Tom, was also very helpful and attentive.Highly recommend this place — a perfect blend of comfort, culture, and hospitality!

They made me feel so at home! Jerry helped me deal with deposits from my prior hotel and really went up and beyond for service. I really want to thank them for making my stay in Beijing amazing. The hotel itself is super clean and really pretty. The location is near 2 parks but slightly far from the subway.

Our four-night stay at the Shadow Arts Performance Hotel was truly memorable. Tucked away in a hutong near ShiChaHai, the location offered an authentic glimpse into local life. Every morning, we’d see residents walking their kids to school, neighbors exercising, or playing ping pong and kicking shuttlecocks in the nearby park—it felt like being part of the community. The highlight for my child was the live Shadow Arts Performance, held every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 8 pm. The skill and dedication behind the show were impressive, and it was heartening to see such care taken to preserve this intangible cultural heritage (非遗文化). The optional workshop afterward, offered for a small fee, was a nice touch for those wanting a deeper experience. What really made our stay special, though, was the staff. Tom and Jerry at the front desk, the manager 二姐, and the housekeeping team (李大姐 and 郑大姐) went out of their way to help—whether it was assisting with takeout orders when our phones wouldn’t cooperate or just offering friendly advice. Their warmth made the hotel feel like a home. If you’re looking for a place that blends local charm, cultural immersion, and genuine hospitality, this is it.

Great hotel! The free shadow puppet shows were a really cool and unique bonus. Best of all, the staff were incredibly helpful. They patiently helped us figure out how to use the Chinese apps we needed. Highly recommend!Shout out to the staff who helped us: Jerry Misa Joli