Beijing | A Guide to Advanced Backyard Activities: Affordable B&B Accommodations!

Number of days：3 days
Time: January
With whom: and friends
The author went to these places: Sanlitun Beijing

In recent years, with the booming homestay economy, B&Bs, with their diverse styles, comfortable accommodations, and excellent value, have gradually become a favorite "home away from home" for an increasing number of young people.

Unlike traditional hotels, B&Bs offer advanced features beyond simply "staying." How can you get more free extras with just one price? Backyard will help you unlock all the fun in B&Bs while staying in Beijing during the pandemic. This is how to stay in a B&B at a great value!

Sunset | Photo B&B

"100% Beauty Enhancement"

Photography is a favorite daily activity for many women. For a perfect shot, the right outfit, makeup, and background are essential. For major holidays or memorable moments in life, many women even spend a fortune on professional photo shoots at studios.

However, while studio photo shoots offer superior results, they are often limited by price, number of photos, and shooting atmosphere, making them unable to satisfy women's desire for freedom and enjoyable photography.

Backyard Sunset replicates the layout of a house from the Edo period, featuring an authentic Japanese theme and free kimono clogs. For those who want to take photos in kimono, come here and enjoy it without being disturbed.

Every detail in the room, including a hanging fireplace, Japanese tatami mats, a wooden bathtub, cherry blossom paper umbrellas, and Kanagawa Ukiyo-e paintings, can be used as a photo backdrop and props.

Sip a glass of sake in a teahouse, stroll under a paper umbrella, and every gesture will make you feel like you are in the Japanese Beijing.

Persimmon Courtyard | Sunshine Meditation B&B

“Soul’s Habitat”

The hot broadcast of slow variety shows such as “Longing for Life” and “Dear Inn” on Hunan Satellite TV quickly set off a trend of “slow life” in pursuit of poetry and distant places.

Staying away from city worries and living a quiet life in a place without worldly disturbances is perhaps the most desirable luxury dream for most of us modern people.

Persimmon Courtyard in the suburbs of Beijing is located in Baihujian Village, far away from the bustling city. Surrounded by mountains, it has a sense of nature and tranquility of "deep courtyard", which is also the most suitable place to relax and meditate.

This place has the most beautiful winter: the sun shines freely on the body through the glass corridor wall, magpies occasionally fly lightly and silently by your side, your whole heart is stilled by the wind, and all worries drift away with your thoughts and return to zero...

Changcang | A B&B Home to a Popular Bookstore

"A Room Filled with Books"

Home to popular online bookstores like PAGE ONE, Sanlian Taofen, Yan Jiyou, and Lao Shuchong, Sanlitun is a popular destination for young artists and bloggers.

Posing for photos in the uniquely designed internet-famous bookstores, or finding a secluded corner for quiet reading, the bookstore scene with a strong artistic atmosphere has become a check-in space that many people yearn for. Changcang has brought the popular Sanlitun bookstore into its guesthouse. Its wall of books evokes the warm, artistic design of Yanjiyou. With warm lighting, a movable ladder, and a relaxing reading space, it feels like a private library for book lovers. Looking up, you'll be greeted by a collection of books, all treasured by the bookworm landlord over decades, ranging from historical biographies to philosophy and art to literary fiction.

On a weekend afternoon, open a favorite novel, let the fragrance of books fill the room, and immerse yourself in the world of books, reading endlessly.

Shanzhaoyuan | Niche Wedding B&B

"Romance is self-evident"

Disliking the formalities of traditional ceremonies, more and more couples are choosing the simple Western-style wedding procession: flowers, candles, balloons... Your beloved strolls towards you amidst the dazzling starlight, completing your lifelong commitment to each other in the presence of close friends from both sides – the ultimate in romance.

And a cozy and design-conscious B&B has gradually become their ideal small wedding venue. Shanzhao Courtyard retains the traditional Beijing courtyard style, with a small open-air courtyard in the middle. Its unique lighting design and exquisite layout at night fully meet the venue requirements for small confession weddings.

A private courtyard, a warm and loving atmosphere, closest friends, and beloved ones – all love-related stories are played out here, encountering romance.

Workshop | Team-Building Party Homestay

"Diverse Activities, No Repetition"

The year-end is peak season for many companies to host team-building parties. During the pandemic, avoid the crowds of downtown and book a few B&Bs in the Beijing suburbs for a relaxing, fun, and party-themed getaway. All interactions will be with familiar team members, ensuring safety and peace of mind.

The Workshop was renovated and redesigned from a large furniture factory in the village. The spacious 240-square-meter space can accommodate up to 50 people at a time, making it an ideal venue for company annual meetings and team-building parties. The guesthouse features a 150-inch projection screen, pool table, table football, a bar, and even a karaoke room with its own karaoke machine. The experience is rich and worthwhile!

The open kitchen area offers fully equipped cooking utensils and Chinese and Western tableware, as well as a thoughtful Yangfang specialty food reservation service. On a cold winter day, people gathered around a table. Fresh vegetables and plates of plump and tender lamb were placed on the table. They ate meat with big mouthfuls and drank wine with big bowls, enjoying themselves to the fullest!

Rainforest Secret | Healing Hot Spring B&B

"A Double Spa for Body and Soul"

With the recent sharp drop in temperatures in Beijing, hot springs have become a popular activity for travelers seeking relaxation. Rainforest Secret introduces hot springs indoors, offering comfortable accommodations and a relaxing soak.

The B&B's ambiance is reminiscent of a Southeast Asian rainforest, creating an experience that feels like stepping into a tropical rainforest brimming with natural beauty, instantly relaxing the body. During the cooling season, there’s no need to worry about the outdoor temperature. Immerse yourself in the comfortable hot water and warm steam, and enjoy a double SPA for your body and soul.

All rooms in the backyard require check-in with a green QR code. All areas are thoroughly disinfected daily in accordance with epidemic prevention standards, and all service staff have their temperatures checked. We provide you with the ultimate safety protection, so please rest assured.