InterContinental Properties in Shanghai

I recently stayed at InterContinental Shanghai Jing’an and had a very pleasant experience overall. One of the biggest advantages of this hotel is its location. It is conveniently situated near Shanghai Railway Station and provides easy access to the metro, making it simple to get around the city whether you’re visiting for business or leisure. There are also plenty of dining and shopping options within a short distance. The staff were consistently friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout my stay. Check-in was smooth, and whenever I had a question, the team was happy to assist with a smile. Their professionalism and hospitality definitely made the stay more enjoyable. The room was spacious, comfortable, and well maintained. The bed was very comfortable, and I appreciated the cleanliness of both the room and bathroom. The hotel has the upscale feel you would expect from an InterContinental property, while still feeling warm and comfortable. Bidet was a huge plus. Along with the shower While some areas of the hotel are starting to show a little age compared to newer luxury hotels in Shanghai, it is still very well kept and offers excellent value considering the location, facilities, and service. Overall, I had a great stay and would happily choose InterContinental Shanghai Jing’an again on a future visit to Shanghai. The convenient location and friendly staff were the highlights for me.

Staying at the InterContinental Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Center was an absolutely fantastic experience! The hotel's location is superb, incredibly close to the National Exhibition and Convention Center, which was perfect for my business trip. The front desk staff were warm and professional, making check-in a breeze. I was even given a complimentary upgrade to an open-plan suite, which was a lovely surprise and made my stay even better. The room was spacious and comfortable, impeccably clean, and the bedding was incredibly comfortable. The soundproofing was also quite good. The hotel's overall ambiance is upscale and grand, and it's very well-maintained. The breakfast selection was rich and high-quality, and the service staff were always smiling and quick to respond, truly showcasing the consistent high standards of the InterContinental brand. Whether for a business trip or a leisure vacation, I highly recommend this hotel. I'll definitely choose to stay here again on my next visit to Shanghai!

My stay at the InterContinental Ruijin was absolutely fantastic, earning a perfect score! It's truly an exceptional choice for a city getaway in Shanghai. The hotel is nestled within historic buildings, a collection of charming vintage villas scattered elegantly. The red-brick architecture paired with exquisite carvings exudes the unique grandeur and sophistication of old Shanghai. Each building showcases a classical beauty shaped by time, creating an incredibly atmospheric ambiance. The hotel's garden landscape is equally stunning. The entire area is lush and verdant, with flourishing plants, ancient trees, and intertwining vines, making the air delightfully fresh. The expansive central lawn is perfectly manicured and vibrantly green. Sunlight filtering through the trees creates soft, gentle shadows, making every photo Instagram-worthy. It's a tranquil and therapeutic escape, completely isolated from the city's hustle and bustle – utterly relaxing. Throughout my stay, the service was attentive, meticulous, warm, and thoughtful. From check-in and concierge transfers to everyday inquiries, the staff were consistently enthusiastic, polite, and quick to respond. They thoughtfully arranged electric cart transfers between the main building and the VIP building, showcasing incredible attention to detail. The entire experience was comfortable and truly pleasant. I was pleasantly surprised with a complimentary upgrade to a Grand Deluxe King Room in the VIP building, which I was thrilled about. The lobby manager and Mr. He Hui, the concierge at the VIP building, left a particularly strong impression. The room's decor was elegant and sophisticated, with high-quality hard finishes. Marble flooring and exquisite ceilings added a touch of luxury. Vintage art on the walls and refined wooden furnishings throughout exuded a classic cultural heritage and a timeless quality. The room facilities were comprehensive and well-maintained, blending vintage charm with modern comfort – quiet yet luxurious. While I didn't experience much of the dining, the breakfast selection was incredibly rich and diverse, featuring a wide variety of Chinese and Western dishes, desserts, and beverages. The ingredients were fresh, exquisitely prepared, and of high quality. Overall, the InterContinental Ruijin combines beauty, heritage, and excellent service. Its classical architecture, magnificent gardens, attentive service, and exquisite dining perfectly complement each other, resulting in a wonderfully therapeutic and perfect stay. It's definitely a place worth revisiting!

I was working at Yaohan over the weekend, so it was a return visit. InterContinental's quality is still consistently good. The breakfast quality is very high, and the executive lounge offerings are better than most Marriott-brand hotels in Shanghai. The service was also very friendly!

Opened in 2010, the InterContinental Shanghai Expo shows its age, but just as an old Mercedes is still a Mercedes, an old InterContinental is still an InterContinental. The lobby is grand and elegantly laid out, and the rooms are the same – I love the 'old money' vibe. I enjoyed quietly sitting in a chair, watching the Huangpu River and the boats passing by. The oval bathtub is quite unique, and the slightly aged tiles add a different kind of beauty, a sign of maturity. Since my stay included both dinner and breakfast buffets, I had a chance to try both meals. The quality was better than expected, and the value for money is among the best in the InterContinental chain!

During the Dragon Boat Festival, I brought my family for a trip nearby. The Shimao Wonderland InterContinental, though I'd heard mixed reviews online, I decided to experience it for myself. After confirming our check-in time and our preference for a quiet room, Hanna from the front desk proactively added me on WeChat. She reminded me that because it was a holiday and there was an amusement park nearby, parking might be tight, advising me to inform her 30 minutes in advance so she could make arrangements. We checked in on Dragon Boat Festival noon, and I was surprised to see the lobby's seating area packed with people and a long queue at the front desk. However, thanks to Hanna's foresight, our room was already reserved, making the check-in process quick and efficient. Our room was arranged away from the elevator, and the soundproofing was remarkably good. We couldn't hear any plumbing from the adjacent rooms or the floors above/below, whether it was the shower or the toilet. This undisturbed experience is a rare find, whether in hotels built years ago or newly constructed ones, a truly effective soundproofing is hard to come by. There was a minor issue with the sink drainage during our stay, which was promptly resolved, showing their attentive service. However, I have to complain about the sink's design; it was a square basin, which easily splashed water, and water tended to accumulate near the faucet – not very practical. Our stay included a complimentary travel photoshoot with three free photos. The photographer was excellent at creating a lively atmosphere, and our family portrait turned out vibrant and natural, boosting our mood significantly! Online reviews for the Western restaurant were mediocre, but the Chinese restaurant, Cai Feng Lou, received many positive comments. I spontaneously decided to try it, worried about not getting a table, but Hanna immediately helped us book a table for that evening. The standout dish in the set meal was the diced wagyu beef – a true test of a chef's skill. Each piece was large, yet perfectly tender, flavorful, and didn't get stuck in your teeth. This mastery certainly justifies the numerous trophies and prestigious brand accolades at the entrance! At the restaurant entrance, there was also an introduction to the Shimao Quarry Hotel's background and construction history. Indeed, many aspects of its design were quite visionary, considering it took 12 years to build! The cliffside light show at 8:30 PM featured stunning opening audio effects, and the fountain design added a lot to the visual impact of the mythological story. The Chenshan Botanical Garden, included in our hotel package, was even more amazing. I felt like I could spend two days there, enjoying nature, the charm of the vast lawn, the beauty of the dawn redwood forest, and the tranquility of the camphor forest. Overall, it was a good experience, but the price was just too unfriendly. Even without it being a major holiday, it was so expensive. Given the current economic climate, a more affordable price would be needed to maintain sustained market demand.

We stayed for two days at Dishui Lake for a 'staycation' with our child. We used a room voucher bought on Trip.com, and upon check-in, we were given a complimentary upgrade to a lake-view room, specifically C210. Although the balcony was small, the indoor space was huge, which we were very happy with. After all, it's mosquito season outside, so we couldn't really go out anyway. It was significantly larger than rooms 208 and 207, which our companions stayed in, so the room layout was excellent. Coincidentally, it was my child's birthday during our stay. After a quick chat with the butler, we were surprised with birthday decorations and a cake, which made my child very happy. The breakfast buffet offered a wide variety of choices and was of good quality. The hotel's surroundings are also beautiful; we happened to visit during lotus season, and the ponds full of lotuses were a delight to behold. The minor drawbacks were that the decor is a bit dated. While the foundations are good, the maintenance needs to be more diligent. For example, the coffee machine in our friends' room was broken, and the bathtub drain in our room couldn't be closed, among other minor issues. Also, because the ecosystem is so vibrant, there were many very large mosquitoes stuck to the windows. As a lake-view room, the exterior glass could also be cleaned more frequently to truly enhance the viewing experience. Furthermore, since shared bicycles aren't available on the island, we had to walk off the island if we wanted to cycle around the lake. I didn't ask if the hotel provided short-distance shuttle services, but either way, it was quite inconvenient.