Shangri-La Properties in Suzhou

Choosing the Shangri-La for my trip to Suzhou was definitely the right decision. The hotel is located in the new district, yet it's very close to Shiquan Street in the old city, just a 10-15 minute taxi ride away. This made it convenient to experience both sides of Suzhou. Shiquan Street, especially on a summer evening, has a wonderful vibe with the plane tree shadows and the lights from the small shops – perfect for taking pictures. Returning to the hotel, I could immediately switch back to modern comfort: strong air conditioning, fast Wi-Fi, and excellent water pressure in the shower. The staff are generally well-trained and offered sound advice when I asked for directions or restaurant recommendations. The pool and gym have long operating hours, which is great for morning or evening workouts. While the buffet breakfast wasn't spectacular in terms of variety, it was fresh and hygienic, with the fruit and yogurt sections being promptly refilled. One thing to note is that the lobby can get a bit crowded on weekends, but overall, it's well-organized. All in all, this hotel meets practical travel needs without feeling impersonal. Shiquan Street and the Shangri-La, one old and one new, together formed my complete impression of Suzhou in the summer.

This time, I stayed at the Shangri-La Hotel, Suzhou, with friends in a Horizon Club room. We checked in on the 31st-floor Horizon Club Lounge and requested a room with a good view. Cici, a Horizon Club staff member, was incredibly enthusiastic and helped us get a south-facing room on the 31st floor with a great view, and even arranged welcome fruits for us. Since it wasn't yet time for the Horizon Club Lounge's afternoon tea, Cici and the other ladies prepared coffee and cookies for us, which really helped relieve our driving fatigue after the journey. Choosing a Horizon Club room this time included breakfast, afternoon tea, and a light dinner. The breakfast was à la carte, abundant, and delicious, and the afternoon tea was also lovely. Especially noteworthy was the evening 'Happy Hour' with hot food, cakes, beer, and drinks – it could easily pass for a full meal, and the variety and quality were consistently excellent. I especially want to commend the Horizon Club Lounge staff for their dedication and their warm, high-quality service to all guests. From the Horizon Club floor, whether from the room or the lounge, the views of Jinji Lake and the Ferris Wheel are unobstructed and panoramic. The night view, in particular, is captivating. It's definitely worth a stay.