Thanks. I think, he has himself already set himself up for a hotel now. I saved him and his family about 2k USD on this trip so I don't feel bad accepting this favor from him.

Question: Is it possible on an int-int transfer at PEK T3 to go to the lounge first (simpler immigration process) and then enter China properly later (72 hour rule)? Otherwise, I'd need to hang around a couple of hours landside instead of the lounge after my long flight.