Grand Mercure Xidan Beijing (The Marco Polo Hotel) is the Group's second property in Mainland China, is an international standard deluxe hotel located in the Xidan commercial and shopping area. Its convenient location and easy transportation makes the hotel an ideal place for both business and leisure travelers.

The ten-story hotel offers business and leisure travelers a choice of 296 rooms and suites. All rooms of either a commanding garden or city view, with many of the city view rooms overlooking the Forbidden City.

Appealing to the world's most discerning travellers, the Continental Club offers superb accommodation, exceptional service and an outstanding value. Located on the top floor of the hotel with 42-rooms and suites, a private reception area and an elegant Club Lounge to enjoy breakfast, tea and coffee throughout the day and evening cocktails.

Noted for its versatility and outstanding quality, Cafe Marco surely would have been Marco Polo's favorite. Featuring cuisine from the Mediterranean, Middle East, Southeast Asia and China, it is a virtual celebration of his historic travels. Choose from an extensive international buffet or a-la-carte selections prepared by our internationally trained chefs in the spectacular show-kitchen.

Restaurant: The lobby lounge: Relaxing lobby bar, featuring light music and a wide ion of beverages and snacks.

Recreation: Indoor swimming pool, Fitness center, Sauna, Beauty salon, Massage

Property Amenities: The fully equipped fitness center and heated indoor swimming pool (opened Spring 2003) are amongst the best in the capital. Creating a venue for rest and relaxation, they are conveniently located within the hotel.

Internet Access: Broadband access in all rooms (surcharge)

Area Attractions: Situated in the heart of Beijing, the hotel is only 3-blocks from Tiananmen Square and the legendary Forbidden City. Conveniently positioned at the gateway of the Western District's "Financial Street", it is an easy 2-minute walk to the Bank of China's world headquarters. Major landmarks are but minutes away via the fast and efficient metro subway system, only steps from the Marco Polo's superb location.

Transportation: Direct shuttle bus from Beijing Capital International airport to Civil Aviation Building -10 minutes’ walk from hotel (Exit C, walking through underpass on the other side of the street and 100m to the south) 5 minutes on foot Xidan Station, Line 1 directly to Tian’anmen Square and WangfuJing” 5 minutes on foot to Xuan Wu Men Station, Line 2 directly to Yong He Gong Lama Temple, Beijing Railway Station and Dong Zhi Men (transfer station of Airport Express) 5 minutes on foot Line 4 (opening in September 2009) directly to Yuanming Yuan and Summer Palace.