Originally Posted by
Cheetah_SA
I did a
comprehensive review of the Fairmont Beijing in the Fairmont forum - yes, I know, mentioning a Fairmont on this hallowed forum

- which seems to meet many of your requirements. Great club lounge, very good transport and dining options, no language problems at all.
Maybe someone else who has stayed more recently (I stayed almost 3 years ago) could comment on what it is like now.
Too late for us - we already booked at the Four Seasons.
But it's good for people to mention their personal experiences in this thread. Thank you. Robyn