Aman Summer Palace

The Aman Summer Palace, a 45-minute drive from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), sits adjacent to the Summer Palace's East Gate. Once used by guests awaiting an audience with the Empress, these heritage buildings offer a unique experience. Peaceful internal courtyards, shaded pathways lined with bamboo and indigenous trees, and high-ceilinged rooms with original wooden beams and polished Jin clay tile floors showcase traditional Chinese design. The expansive spa provides traditional herbal body treatments, Chinese massage, and daily tai chi sessions. A range of restaurants offers Cantonese cuisine, Western dishes, and Japanese-influenced French kaiseki fare. The dignified ambiance suits romantic courtyard weddings, New Year celebrations, and business retreats.