My first stay at the Bulgari Hotel Shanghai—still such a fresh and exciting experience!
I booked a standard room (not a suite), but the view from the window was absolutely stunning.
The staff were all incredibly friendly, warm, and thoughtful. When I checked in, I mentioned—half-jokingly—that I still remembered the delightful welcome sweets from Bulgari Beijing. Though theirs were different, they were equally delicious! They even packed me a raspberry cake to go—the cream tasted just like the kind I remember from childhood… a total, heartwarming surprise. Breakfast can be delivered to your room, but the top-floor restaurant offers far better views, so I headed up there instead. The spinach-and-chive large wontons were fragrant, generously sized, and satisfyingly substantial (rarely do you get to describe Shanghai food as 'substantial'—lol 😂). The hotel bar stays open until 1 a.m., and since it was Halloween, I’m so glad I asked Concierge in advance to reserve us a spot. The minibar soft drinks (non-alcoholic) were also excellent.
Overall, this hotel is *perfect* for travelers with tight schedules who still want a luxurious, polished experience.
Bonus touches: The luggage tag was custom-engraved with my initials—so thoughtful—and in my favorite color. And yes, the mini-fridge’s soft drinks (alcohol excluded) are fantastic. Highly recommend grabbing a seat at the top-floor bar for a relaxed drink.
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