Not to go too off topic but 1) I would definitely get a VPN before coming here. Many work just fine. Witopia, strongvpn. Astrill. You won't get in trouble for using one

2) gaode is the best mapping system here following by perhaps Baidu. I wouldn't use bing.

GH is a conference hotel right in center. They regularly do international events and are used to dealing with foreigners. It's a good place to be in the middle of main walking, shopping street but gets too crowded for my taste. But it's a good option.

JdV was run by a foreign GM and has people with extremely good English. Best location in my mind but not luxury. I have a home in BJ too but actually stay here sometimes because the location is good near Sanlitun.

hR wang Jing is in the middle of nowhere. Hardware is better than the others but the location is bad. And they are not as used to dealing with foreigners - they basically opened and then covid hit. I dont like staying at this hotel.

Park Hyatt is run extremely well. But I just don't love the location. But it is ok.

Anyway, not to be off Urcove topic.