A Journey to The east Beijing

While the legendary Monkey King work so hard going through endless obstacles on <A Journey To The West> with his fellow mates in order to look for what they are after in the past, a journey to the east Beijing only require a short weekend break to unwind yourself in this newest opened chic and fashionable hotel in the local neighborhood and yet ideally located to reach the major commercial areas of Beijing Chaoyang district and 798 art district. mylifestylenews took a glimpse and discovered the what a business lifestyle hotel could offer plus relaxation with a wonderfully balanced approach to life......

When you travel either for business or pleasure, you tend to look for a hotel that possibly provides you with both facilities to ease your minds, but hardly any hotels that did look after what they intend to facilitate. When it is time for work, east Beijing is plugged into business and when it is time to unwind, you will find almost everything and everyone is here for relaxation to soothe and rejuvenate in search of fun.

The modern contemporary architecture facade.

Stepping into the east hotel Beijing, a blissful vision emerge into your eyes immediately. They certainly know how to keep things simple. Hence, space is what they have here to provide the minimalist design and ambience to enjoy the shipshape and organized surrounding. Right on, you would tell yourself you want to spend a little more time to wonder around the property in order to appreciate the widespread establishment's layout. On top of that, They make your life easier, the paperless check in process with the on hand ipad to substitute the xerox copy of your passport by taking a snap of the document with second is rather modish and a smart move.

Following the successful launch of east Hong Kong, Swire Hotels unveiled its second property under the new lifestyle business hotel brand, east in Beijing opened last autumn in 2012 and it is also the fifth Swire Hotels property opened worldwide. east Beijing surely was created for business travelers who look for a relaxed, convenient and contemporary environment. This 369 rooms include 23 suites offer the latest iPod-touch® technology and complimentary WiFi broadband internet connection throughout the hotel. There are two restaurants (a most affordable Hagaki Japanese restaurant and all day dining Feast ~ Food by EAST) and a most talk of the town bar ~ Xian for its reputation for innovative design.

The one stop front-desk service Guest Experience team.

The arty and spacious Foyer.

After we dropped our bag in the room, our well spoken Upstairs Host Jaana Wang gave us an orientation tour around the property. We were first landed at Domain, a user-friendly blend of cafe, self managed effortless business center and lounge completed with computers, iPads ® and work station. The mini library and modern designer furniture are rather inviting with the bright natural light breakthrough the French windows. Simply a place to meet, eat, play and laugh.

The cozy Domain with designer furniture.

The passage to guest rooms.

The Modern contemporary east meet west room design.

Room with a view.

Jaana continued our tour to the Beast ~ a well equipped gym and the bold & innovative designed swimming pool. The grand entrance seems to make sure you are entering to another future perfect property.

The futuristic one length pool is unquestionable a must dive in when you've got your swimming bathers ready. We simply love the lights changing massage Tube design shower, you will immediately feel like a going on a space travel right after you step in. With one touch of the guided button, a hot and cold tropical showers and massage water sprays are there for you to enjoy. Quite an experience indeed!

We love the innovation and idea that the hotel had put in to pamper and please their guests. To some, it may be a minor touch but when you give it a second thought, they had put in a lot of considerations to impress their guests to bring home with the unforgettable experiences.

The well designed pool side area.

The unconventional yet with design factor lockers.

Jaana carried on our tour to show us the Feast ( Food by EAST), it is where we will have our important meal to kick start the day ~ the breakfast place and all day dining. Feast is a huge and bustling cafe with a philosophy of "simple things, done well". Fresh ingredients are used and cooked on the spot in the vibrant and energetic open kitchen.

A private dining room and al fresco dining on the terrace with a views of the 17-hectare park view are for you to chose your best seats of the house.

Another contemporary yet modern design eat out .

Just like what Brian Williams the Managing Director of Swire Hotels had said : "Our hotels aim to create different and surprising experiences that complement the lives of our guests and enhance their lifestyle. east Beijing is designed to provide a refreshing, affordable and contemporary approach to the business hotel experience in Beijing, whilst complementing INDIGO’s offerings”. 

Walking into east Beijing seemingly have allowed yourself to a mini MOMA ( Musuem of Modern Art) with lots of surprises awaits. We love the fact that it is a lifestyle hotel that is not only provides the anticipated service with expectation comes on hands but also opens up the eyes for a another relaxation and enjoyment in a more delightful lifestyle hotel stay. Business + pleasure and a wonderful balance approach to life, a journey to the east Beijing is now unstoppable.

Tried & Tested:

Ambience: 3.5/5

Design & Decor: 4/5

Housekeeping: 3.5/5

Service: 3/5

Highlights:

The Futuristic Design Indoor Swimming Pool

The east Beijing

22 JiaoXian Qiao Road

Chao Yang District  

Beijing China

Tel: +86 1 8426 0888

* Special thanks to Petrie PR @ the arrangements & The east Beijing's hospitality.