China's First Luxury Hotel Truly Lives Up to Its Reputation
The Bulgari Hotel Beijing,
the most expensive hotel in Beijing,
and China's first luxury hotel.
There are only six Bulgari hotels in the world,
listed as Milan, Bali, London, Beijing, Dubai, and Shanghai.
And this one in Beijing,
opened in 2017,
instantly attracting thousands to experience it.
As an Italian jewelry brand, Bulgari
has over 130 years of history;
so each hotel opening is akin to crafting a piece of jewelry.
Coupled with the direction and design by acclaimed master Antonio Citterio,
the details of Bulgari hotels are renowned worldwide.
And this Bulgari Hotel Beijing
is nestled in the heart of the capital,
next to an art foundation
and a private garden filled with fragrant air,
allowing you to feel a paradise of relaxation amidst the intense, fast-paced rhythm of Beijing.
The Bulgari Hotel has 119 guest rooms and suites,
a 1,500-square-meter Bulgari Spa,
as well as a fitness center and indoor swimming pool.
The luxurious furniture in the rooms is crafted by top brands like Maxalto and B&B Italia.
A master once described Bulgari hotels like this:
"Every chaise longue, every sofa,
every lamp, every table's position in the hotel
is carefully considered by the designer;
the slightest difference would alter the entire feel of the space."
What's more,
the restaurant Il Ristorante – Niko Romito at Bulgari Beijing
has been awarded one star in the Beijing Michelin Guide 2022
and has kept its one-star rating for three consecutive years.
It has 70 seats,
boasting delightful garden views and an elegant atmosphere.
First course: Milk-fed veal with tuna sauce, grilled tuna belly, fennel with citrus salad
Main course: Steamed sea bass with garlic, olive oil, red chili, and bottarga; Barolo-braised beef cheek with celeriac purée. Served with roasted baby potatoes, rosemary asparagus, sweet-and-sour pumpkin with sage, and pickled radicchio
Dessert: Italian millefeuille with chocolate mousse and salted caramel sauce, warm chocolate cake with orange juice, petit four of traditional Bomba with vanilla custard
Tableware: Italy's national treasure brand, Richard Ginori, born in the 18th century, a perfect match!
And the Classic Afternoon Tea menu
is also utterly tempting!
🌮🌮🌮 Sweets —
Cannoncino with vanilla cream – Italian vanilla custard roll
Orange fruit tart
Monte bianco – Mont Blanc chestnut cake
Mimosa – Mimosa orange cake
Chocolate and almond cake
Profiteroles
Scones, Jams and Clotted Cream – Scones, jam and clotted cream
🍖🍖🍖 Savories —
Bomba with buffalo mozzarella, ham and basil
Smoked salmon on bread, wild fennel and orange
Tomato bruschetta – Italian mini tomato bruschetta
Kumquat Zabaion with Lapsang Tea – Kumquat zabaglione with Lapsang Souchong tea
🏻 Recommended dishes:
One: Monte bianco Mont Blanc chestnut cake
Mimosa orange cake
Chocolate and almond cake
The pastries are delicate, sweet but not greasy, perfect even for calorie-conscious guests; they melt in your mouth, fresh and refreshing — you'll want more!
Two: Smoked salmon on bread, wild fennel and orange
Tomato bruschetta – Italian mini tomato bruschetta
Fresh-out-of-the-oven bread,
besides its piping-hot warmth,
is wonderfully aromatic and rich.
Unlike ordinary bread,
the bread in the Bulgari afternoon tea has more layers of texture,
perfect for savoring slowly! 🥗
The entire bar structure is inspired by the Roman Fontana della Barcaccia, an oval shape,
a signature feature found in Bulgari properties worldwide.
Here we recommend two winter specials:
'Origins of Time' – a chance encounter with life.
This cocktail highlights the mellow richness of aged rum and Laphroaig single malt whisky,
tingling on the palate!!
This drink suits all ages,
and ladies can enjoy it too~
If you don't feel like drinking,
watching the bartender mix drinks is also a visual feast.
The service staff are attentive and impeccable,
making every guest feel at ease as if bathed in a spring breeze~
From the bar, gazing into the distance,
you can also take in the tranquil scenery of the hotel's private garden.
Though indoors,
you can still feel the freshness and brightness of outdoors and nature.
That's why so many choose to gather at the Bulgari Bar —
it truly helps you leave all fatigue behind~
The Bulgari Hotel,
truly worthy of being China's first luxury hotel.
Whether it's the stay experience,
dining, or afternoon tea,
every moment is top-notch,
making it the king of hotels!
Editor: Traveling Otaku
Bio: I'm Uncle Er, a Beijinger born by the imperial city's roots and raised under the red flag. I've traveled to 80 countries, and the African continent is what I miss most; my heart still races at the mention of travel. If the world is a stamp album, every single stamp deserves to be collected.
