Area Daily: The Emperor, Boutique Hotel in Beijing, China

Just opened, The Emperor, Beijing’s newest design hotel. Located on a quiet, tree-lined avenue in the heart of Beijing (a short walk from the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square), The Emperor is a tranquil oasis in the midst of a hectic and fast-evolving metropolis.

Rooms are cutting-edge modern with a few traditional symbolic touches, and Shi restaurant turns out fusion cuisine prepared by renowned Chinese chef John Hao. The restaurant boasts a sizable selection of vintage Chinese rice wines, stored beneath the restaurant and visible through patches of transparent glass flooring. Each wine is presented with the traditional accompanying ceremony, making it no wonder that Shi’s bar transforms into a Beijing hotspot come nighttime.

And if that isn’t enough, sip a killer cocktail at the rooftop bar Yin (fashion events and art exhibitions are often held here), partake in a massage at Yue – or, Joy – the hotel’s spa or check out Jing Boutique, a modern interpretation of a Chinese arts-and-crafts store.

Fit for an Emperor? We think so.

Take advantage of The Emperor’s Opening Offer through June 30 and enjoy a complimentary tour of the Forbidden City, a set menu dinner at Shi restaurant and exclusive access to the hotel’s fashion and art events.