This hotel's biggest draws are its value for money and location. For just over 900 HKD, it's a rare find in downtown Puxi (Jiaozhou Road), with plenty of restaurants nearby and convenient transportation. Compared to Shangri-La and other star hotels in Shanghai that easily cost over 2000 RMB, this price truly reflects its worth.
However, the facilities are undeniably old, likely due to it being a renovated old building. The room layout was awkward; my room even had steps. The overall lighting was dim, and besides the desk lamp, there was hardly any other light source at the room, making it unsuitable for working. The wardrobe door was also broken and wouldn't open. Thankfully, the shower had hot water and the coffee machine worked fine – things that are standard in budget hotels in China, so I was 'grateful' to find them here. The hallway was equally dim, and with the old carpet, it felt a bit eerie.
More disappointingly, the soft services also fell short. The front desk staff didn't make a good first impression. There were noticeable particles on the black carpet in the elevator that could have easily been vacuumed but weren't. On the day of my check-out, around 8 AM, the male front desk attendant on duty was sleeping face down on the desk. While I understand the辛苦 of night shifts, this felt more like something you'd see in a cheap motel. Passing by the elevator entrance in the evening, I saw a security guard sprawled out on a chair meant for guests, showing no inclination to move or embarrassment when he saw me.
Honestly, seeing these scenes made me feel a bit sad. 16 years ago, I came here to dine; there was a magnificent white magnolia in the garden, the restaurant was grand, and the hotel had a certain elegance. Now, the highly acclaimed 'Le Coq Bistro' inside stands in stark contrast to the hotel's overall dilapidated state. While the price is low, many branded budget hotels in China offer a better overall experience for half the price.
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