windy0110
February 24, 2026
I was hesitant about the hotel's 2009 renovation for a long time, right up until I was on my way and made one last call to an elder. Their first reaction solidified my decision to book the Pudong Shangri-La instead of the Qiantan Shangri-La or Kimpton. Despite being 17 years old, the room's renovation is well-maintained, though some facilities feel a bit dated (for example, the hairdryer is tucked away in a drawer next to the sink and can't be pulled out). I noticed the hotel made some improvements, like adding a small external device for two USB charging ports (though not very fast). The shower area has handrails, adding a sense of safety for older guests (I even took a picture of it). The sealed toiletries also give a better sense of hygiene. Breakfast is at 'Yi Cafe' on the second floor (I was surprised they didn't proactively tell me this upon check-in, nor did they mention the 20% discount on hotel dining for special programs. I still expect proactive communication about relevant stay details as basic service). You can reach it via the direct elevator or the escalator from the lobby. I happened to catch a staff member offering celery and cucumber juice – it was delicious and tasted freshly squeezed. Check-out was quick, but check-in took far too long. Also, a quick heads-up: the lobby's fragrance is quite strong, which I'm a bit sensitive to.
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