Wanda Plaza and Guanghua Lu-万达广场光华路

Lunchtimes are always bustling at the Blue Castle branch of this local chain of Japanese restaurants known for its inventive rolls (i.e. the "Olympic Roll" sprinkled with pop rocks, the "CBD" named for its home district, and the "Vancouver Roll," a tribute to the restaurant's Canadian roots) and fresh sashimi and sushi.

With branches in CBD and Landmark, this spa uses the finest products from France and offers a large range of treatments from facials to body massages.

This time-tested stalwart has become a veritable institution in Beijing’s dining scene, as well as a consistent prize-bagger in local dining awards. Hatsune’s elegant decor and neo-Japanese fare have aged well in its seven plus years of operation – expect a wide selection of mouthwatering rolls, fresh sashimi and bento box lunch specials, with selections ranging from fresh salmon sashimi and sushi, to grilled mackerel and diced beef.

Feast on Italian classics, including fresh pastas inspired by owner Stefano Berziga's native Parma. Catering is available and the Sunshine 100 branch is family friendly due to the playground next door.

Highly recommended for the sheer volume of gym equipment and group classes at its Dongcheng location, while the swish Jianwai Soho location includes a pool and a tennis court.

Body and foot massage RMB 180/2hrs, Korean massage and oil massage RMB 300/2hrs, Spa RMB 398/2hrs.

Offers cosmetic surgery, professional skin care and Chinese health and beauty treatments. Combines international standards with Chinese prices.

Offers services for women including skin care, aromatherapy, yoga and body-conditioning classes.