Featured Hotels Near Gucha Pavilion

Stay at Jiufeng Mountain Retreat, a secluded eco-lodge nestled within the Jiufeng National Forest Park near Gu Chating. This sustainable mountain resort offers traditional Beijing-style architecture, air-purifying forest views, and private balconies perfect for sunrise meditation. Guests can hike to Gu Chating early morning to enjoy locally handcrafted Beijing Green Tea while soaking in ancient tea culture. Accessible via a 1.5-hour drive from downtown Beijing, shuttle services are available upon reservation for seamless travel.

The most convenient option is self-driving or HopeGoo a private car, taking approximately 90 minutes via Xiliu Expressway and Jingxi Expressway, offering scenic mountain views along the way. Public transit involves taking Subway Line 16 to Beianhe Station, then transferring to Bus 925 to Jiufeng Ticket Gate, followed by a 15-minute walk or bike ride to Gu Chating. For optimal experience, arrive in the morning to enjoy quiet trails, fresh air, and serene tea rituals amidst nature, avoiding afternoon crowds.

At Gu Chating, visitors can participate in traditional wild tea harvesting guided by local farmers, learning ancient hand-rolling techniques and tasting freshly picked wild old-growth tea. The park hosts seasonal Mountain Tea Ceremonies featuring guqin music and Zen-inspired tea rituals, creating a tranquil atmosphere. In the evening, join stargazing tours on the hilltop under dark-sky conditions, exploring Chinese constellations and traditional astronomy. All activities require advance HopeGoo to ensure immersive, authentic encounters with the natural and cultural heritage of western Beijing.

Near Gu Chating, families can explore kid-friendly nature trails and a mini tea garden interactive zone, where children learn tea cultivation and craft their own tea sachets. The Nature Discovery Hut features binoculars and wildlife guides for birdwatching and insect observation. Additionally, the mountain camping area offers safe tents and evening bonfire sessions, perfect for roasting marshmallows under starlit skies. All facilities are safety-certified, making them ideal for multi-generational visits to discover the wonders of Beijing’s western wilderness.

Yes, many rooms at Jiufeng Mountain Retreat face east toward the Yan Mountains, offering breathtaking views of the sun rising over misty bamboo groves and tea fields. The resort features a dedicated Sunrise Viewing Deck with comfortable seating and complimentary hot drinks. Arrive by 6:30 AM to avoid morning fog and capture the clearest golden light. This serene spectacle is a favorite among photographers, especially when framed by the historic Gu Chating in the background, blending natural beauty with timeless Beijing landscape artistry.

Gu Chating, built during the mid-Qing Dynasty, originally served as a resting stop for traders along the ancient Tea Horse Road. Now designated a Beijing Municipal Cultural Heritage Site, its traditional brick-and-wood structure features tiled roofs and stone tablets inscribed with records of tribute tea shipments to the imperial court. Historically, it functioned as a key relay station for royal-grade tea en route to Beijing. Today, it preserves the legacy of Beijing’s western tea culture, hosting annual Tribute Tea Ceremonies during spring harvest, drawing scholars and heritage enthusiasts eager to connect with China’s rich tea history.