Review of Beijing Red Wall Hotel by Simona

1 out of 5 is exceptionally generous and is only justified by its location. Aside from that, the rooms were filthy, so much so we showered with flip flops on! We asked to see other rooms but quickly discovered that many were the same and after finally changing realised that the worst are reserved for those people booking the cheap rates through the Internet. Service was pleasant if you avoid the male Assistant Manager who is ever-present during the day and who is not only rude but blatantly takes advantage of the vulnerable position you're in having no Chinese to fall back on and essentially rips you off. The fact that it was across the road from the Forbidden City and that we met lovely locals working there are the only redeeming features. Our recommendation, unless you are really a glutton for punishment as we clearly were, the Hedeman Hotel listed in the lonely planet, that a fellow tourist said was both clean and conveniently located next to the subway, should be seriously considered.