
The Orchid hotel, designed to encompass the lively and energetic feel of the area defined by the drum tower (Gulou – pronounced Goo-Low), the imperial lakes area (shichahai) and the hutong neighbourhoods surrounding Nanluoguxiang. Toast Restaurant serves up East-Mediterranean-inspired mezze, demonstrating the aroma and colours of the vast region while keeping the food rich and exciting. Taste and share your way through the entire menu of small plates – all while seated above The Orchid Hotel’s great view overlooking the hutongs.
This hutong boutique hotel features modern design in a cozy courtyard setting. Relax with a bottle of wine from their extensive wine list on one of the rooftop terraces. Their brunch (Daily 10.30am-2.30pm) uses locally sourced ingredients from producers including Andy’s Craft Sausages The terrace at Toast, their dining restaurant, features pleasant views over the nearby hutong roofs. The menu is loosely Middle Eastern-inspired, using local Beijing ingredients where possible. The kitchen is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.