Tired of those characterless business hotel chains or comfort-deprived inns? The capital offers some marvelous choices for you. Hotels are no longer a place to sleep, but also a place to experience luxury and uniqueness. For the sake of thorough pleasure, we have selected 5 top boutique and designer hotels to maximize your enjoyment during your time in the capital.

1. Anman at Summer Palace

If you are infatuated with traditional courtyards and Chinese architecture, Anman at the Summer Palace is the perfect place to realize your fantasy. Adjacent to the East Gate of the Summer Palace grounds, Anman houses a series of retro dwellings, boasting cultural heritage and imperial landscapes. Rooms and suites pay homage to the traditional design of the Summer Palace, featuring old-time elegance as well as modern comfort. Thanks to its unrivalled location, Anman at the Summer Palace is an oasis of extreme tranquility and exquisite quaintness.

Anman at Summer Palace, 15 Gongmenqian Street, East gate of Summer Palace, Haidian District; amanresorts.com/amanatsummerpalace. Rooms start at $550.