“Xiu 秀” without the “Shui 水”

Tonight, Park Hyatt’s Xiu Bar hosted a Bikini Fashion Show by Habinki. After arriving around 10:30pm to see a bunch of chippendale shirtless muscle men, I was expecting the fashion show to be something god-awful. But to my surprise, the production, the bikini product, the models, and the turn-out was very well done and executed.

Xiu's Outdoor Patio

And the place was packed.  When I arrived, there was already a line at the entrance, every outlet of Xiu was filled including the two outdoor patios, the dance floor was packed, it’s no wonder everyone is talking about Xiu being Beijing’s newest hotspot to see and be seen.

And I’ve got to give it to them, the design of this huge space is impeccable – segregating various sections, each design catering to a different market, providing something for everyone’s tastes and comfort.  From its cozy whiskey lounge, to its cool vodka bar, massive rectangular main bar perfect for people watching, lively but cheesy pop band, and my personal favorite – the outdoor patio incorporating traditional Chinese architecture in the midst of a cosmopolitan backdrop.

Review of Xiu 秀:   The Park Hyatt’s trendy new lounge, Beijing’s newest hot-spot to see and be seen.

Best Part:

• Ingenius design and use of space
• Two massive outdoor patios incorporating elements of traditional and modern, perfect for lounging
• Consistently full, even on the weekdays
• A diverse and international crowd
• A gigantic main bar with lighting perfect for people watching

Comments:

• The band is talented, but pretty cheesy and they repeat the same songs over and over
• The music is way too loud in the main bar, making it impossible to have a conversation without yelling

Park Hyatt Beijing, F/6, 2 Jianguomenwai Street
北京柏悦酒店, 建国门外大街2号6楼

8567-1108