MSG - Top of Bund Hotel Apartment

The moment I stepped into the elevator, I was hit with the smell of stale cigarette smoke, like from a KTV lounge. Inside the room, there was dust and dirt everywhere, and multiple cracks in the walls hadn't been fixed. The space was also much smaller than it appeared in the photos. Paying over 500 RMB for a night, it was worse than a 100 RMB hostel. Overall, a very disappointing stay.

I stayed for two nights, and the environment and room facilities were excellent. It was only a few hundred meters in a straight line from my business destination. The moment I walked in, the red armchair caught my eye, and I was very pleased. Since it's an apartment-style hotel, the room has an induction hob and a washing machine, and the owner even provided laundry detergent. The bathroom comes with shower slippers and disposable bath towels, so those who are particular about hygiene can use them with peace of mind.

I stayed in the Chanel-themed room this time, with a view of Shanghai's 'Three Sisters' (referring to the three iconic skyscrapers), right by the Bund. I specifically chose this unique themed room for my birthday. Communication with the host was great, and I had an unforgettable birthday here. Thank you, and I wish you all the best with your business!

This hotel is located on the 26th floor, the top floor, with a dedicated elevator directly to it. The view is amazing and expansive, no wonder it's called 'Cloud Top Mansion'. From the bed, you can see the Huangpu River and the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. The bathroom is incredibly spacious, about the size of a room in an economy hotel – almost excessively luxurious – and it even has a standard large bathtub perfect for a relaxing soak. The room didn't have a washing machine, and the TV remote wasn't working no matter what I tried. It was late, and we were tired, so we didn't bother calling the concierge. I assume it just needed new batteries! The hotel is very close to the Bund observation deck. It's a ten-minute walk to Waibaidu Bridge, and Nanjing Road is just beyond that. The closest subway station is 'Tiantong Road,' about 1 kilometer away, making it very convenient to get to other places. For dining, you can try 'Xiao Huayuan - Family Banquet' on the third floor of the nearby Starry Sky Center. The local Shanghai cuisine is very authentic. While we were eating, I personally saw an American senior tour group and a Korean student group come in for a meal, both large groups of over thirty people. It seems like a popular spot for international guests. During the May Day holiday, it was incredibly crowded with people everywhere. We had to fight for a spot just to take photos. There were also many people offering professional photo services for 30 RMB per shot, which isn't too expensive, especially since the photos were clearer and better than what you could get with a phone.

Self-check-in was very efficient. The room decor was unique and it was spotless. The location is unbeatable; it's a 10-minute walk to Waibaidu Bridge and you can reach the Bund in no time.