Independent, Shanghai Hotels

Its tight next to the river and close to the bund. The cool docks are right next door and has a number of good bars and restaurants. The docks are still being developed but there is already some really great places there. The ferry to cross the river is 50 metres away.

Can't turn on TV. Waited for a long time for assistance after two calls to room service. Finally came and not trained fit using the equipment. Terrible.

Firstly, the reception was a bit hard to find at 10pm in the cold, wet rain...but the lady came quickly when we called and got us to the apartment. The complex that this apartment is in has convenience store, cafe, kids playground and area to walk around. There are plenty of foreigners to talk to and get tips from - you just need to go to the clubhouse. It is really close to the ferry to go over to The Bund and main city of Shanghai. And it is a short walk to the amazing tall buildings around Pudong eg. Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower etc The apartment was nice and clean, very large three bedrooms, much more room than a hotel room and more affordable if you have kids. We liked it and would stay again in our next trip to Shanghai

It was a very short stay for me . So not much to elaborate.

Stayed here for a couple of days on arrival in Shanghai and were quite happy with it so booked a couple more nights on returning to shanghai. Outside looks a little jaded but the inside is bright and clean and so were the rooms and restaurant. Lovely views from rooms and public square in front hosts an assortment of Chinese activities which are great to watch even if you don't want to join in. Are was safe and always a police presence, no trouble. People friendly, breakfast plentiful if a little weird, but remember it is Chinese, although they do toast and cereal as well (warm milk though). Nice extra touches in room such as slippers, combs and toothbrushes all new and sealed.

This hotel is difficult find by road as google maps has it located about 1 klm away . but very easy from metro . The rooms are a bit small but a good big bed so excellent value overall. The staff were excellent very helpful especially after a difficult time locating it .

I have been staying here for some years. I've written reviews before and now I'm doing it again because this hotel just keeps delivering the best hotel experience I have had anywhere in the world and I do travel extensively. In some respects it is quirky, but in a very nice way that makes it more endearing and my home away from home. I take this opportunity to also thank the hotel manager Serge van Vegten. You are in a class of your own. Well done!