Four Seasons Hotel Beijing

Taking a peaceful dip in the sunlit pool at Four Seasons Hotel Beijing, you just may forget that China’s bustling capital lies right outside the door. Centrally located in the city’s top commercial and entertainment area, this inviting sanctum exudes a residential feel in each of its 313 rooms and suites, with personal touches such as iPod stations and espresso machines. (Upgrade to an Executive Club Level for additional perks, including garment pressings and tablets for surfing the Internet.) Dim sum goes upscale at Cai Yi Xuan restaurant, while the award-winning Mio serves contemporary Italian fare from an open kitchen.