Cote Cour Hotel

The authentic style of Cote Cour makes it a charming destination during a trip to Beijing. It is a small, conveniently located boutique hotel set in the ancient hutongs, situated close to the Forbidden City making it an ideal place from which to explore the old town and highlights of Beijing.

The fourteen rooms surround a small courtyard which is an oasis of tranquillity away from the busy ancient hutongs. The classical architecture of this delightful property and its traditional style make for a truly immersive stay in an area so steeped in history and rich in culture. Whilst Cote Cour is in keeping with its surroundings, it offers all the modern comforts and is a great alternative to the larger hotels elsewhere in Beijing.

Cycle back in time exploring the maze like alleyways of old Beijing on complimentary bikes provided by the hotel. Enjoy drinks on the roof terrace or a traditional, simple Cantonese dinner in the cosy lounge area. From the elaborate entrance of this ancient building, to its authentic interior and peaceful courtyard, Cote Cour is an enchanting retreat from the bustle of the city.

When to go

Beijing enjoys four distinctive seasons owning to its humid continental climate, ranging from very warm during the summer: 28ºC to 38ºC, to chilly and dry during the winter: -10ºC to 10ºC. Autumn (September to early November) is the optimal season to visit Beijing as the weather is gorgeous and fewer tourists are in town. In winter, it’s glacial outside (dipping as low as -20°C) and the northern winds cut through the city. Arid spring is OK, apart from the awesome sand clouds that sweep in from Inner Mongolia and the static electricity that discharges everywhere. Spring also sees the snow like liuxù(willow catkins) wafting through the air and collecting in drifts. From May onwards the mercury can surge well over 30°C. Beijing simmers under a scorching sun in summer (reaching over 40°C), which also sees heavy rainstorms late in the season. Maybe surprisingly, this is also considered the peak season, when hotels typically raise their rates and the Great Wall nearly collapses under the weight of marching tourists. Air pollution can be intolerable in both summer and winter.