Aman at Summer Palace, housed in a series of historic dwellings adjacent to the East Gate, is the perfect portal through which to experience China’s imperial past. The 51 guest rooms draw on a Ming Dynasty aesthetic, with polished Jin clay tiles, latticed woodwork, and bamboo blinds. Four UNESCO World Heritage sites are accessible in the area, with the 260-year-old Summer Palace just steps away. Cap off a day of cultural exploration in the Aman Spa, then dine in any of the three on-site restaurants for traditional Cantonese, Western, and Japanese cuisine.