Tucked into a serene urban setting within the heart of China’s most historic city’s diplomatic and commercial district, the St. Regis Beijing is a renowned address for both business and pleasure. Luxurious room choices range from deluxe and Diplomat Deluxe to a selection of plush suites that include the Statesman, St. Regis, Ambassador, China and Presidential. Excellent dining venues include Danieli’s, recognized for its Italian cuisine, and the Cantonese specialties at Celestial Court. For your afternoon cocktail, sip the property’s signature Great Wall Bloody Mary, a local take on the original recipe that includes Tsingtao beer and oyster shooters for garnish.

Along with the hotel’s famous butler service, on-site features include an enclosed, Roman-style swimming pool, two Jacuzzis fed by natural hot springs, a salon, a business lounge, athletic club and the full-service Iridium Spa. The hotel is within a short drive of the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Ritan Park and the Beijing Zoo. A little further afield are the Summer Palace in Maru (about 12 miles) and the Great Wall (about 50 miles). Love to shop? Nearby, you can find Pearl Market, Silk Alley, the Friendship Store and the Russian Market.