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Beijing Hutong Hotel Crowned World's Most Beautiful
27 Jan
Summary
- Mandarin Oriental Qianmen hotel in Beijing won a global design award.
- The hotel is housed in 42 restored traditional hutong courtyard homes.
- The award honored the blend of historic preservation and modern comfort.
The Mandarin Oriental Qianmen, located in Beijing, has achieved global recognition, being named the world's most beautiful hotel in the 2025 Prix Versailles World Architecture and Design Awards. This prestigious honor highlights the hotel's unique architectural approach, which preserves and restores 42 traditional hutong courtyard homes known as siheyuan. These restored dwellings offer guests an immersive experience into Beijing's historical streetscapes.
The award, established in partnership with UNESCO, commends the meticulous restoration efforts that retained original wooden beams, intricate carvings, and screen walls. Simultaneously, modern amenities such as floor-to-ceiling windows and high ceilings have been seamlessly integrated to meet contemporary standards of comfort and luxury. The hotel is situated conveniently near landmarks like the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven.
