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Although the name says 'Central' it's a little misleading if you are looking for a hotel located in central Beijing.

The hotel is only a short taxi ride from the Forbidden City. Due to the cheap cost of taxis in Beijing, it makes good sense to consider booking this hotel.

I had a very enjoyable time staying here and made good use of the local shops, only a short walk down the street. These shops are not your tourist shops, these are local shops at local prices.

A half-litre bottle of a famous cola cost me 12p, the same cola is nearly 75p or more at home.

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