This time I came to Huangpu District, Shanghai to handle business, and specifically chose to stay at Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel Classiq,Shanghai Bund Circle. After staying for three days, I was completely surrounded by this old brand hotel hidden next to Nanjing East Road, blending the retro style of old Shanghai and the convenience of modern travel into my stay experience.
The location of the hotel is very familiar to people who come to the Bund for travel. It's less than 400 meters on foot from Nanjing East Road Station on Line 2, so you don't have to wander around in the narrow alleys of the old alleyway with your luggage. The road network of Nanjing East Road around is particularly smooth. You can walk for 10 minutes to the Bund viewing platform, go to Yu Garden, Lujiazui and other core scenic spots, and take a few subway stations to get there directly, completely avoiding the Bund Tunnel, which is the most congested section of the morning and evening peak in Shanghai. After dinner in the evening, take a walk along Jiujiang Road and turn a corner to see the bright lights of the Bund's international architectural complex. The river breeze is wrapped in the moist atmosphere of the Huangpu River, and you can instantly feel the romantic atmosphere of old Shanghai. There is an old Shanghai style pan fried restaurant downstairs along the street that has been open for decades. You don't have to travel a long distance, just take a turn downstairs and you can enjoy authentic pan fried dishes with plenty of crispy and juicy flavors, and the smoke and fire are overwhelming.
As soon as I walked into the lobby, I was greeted by a strong retro style of the Republic of China. The terrazzo floor was paired with vintage brass chandeliers, and the walls were hung with black and white old photos of the Bund in old Shanghai. There was no redundant design with fancy colors, and the warm toned lighting complemented the entire space with a vintage feel. The efficiency of checking in at the front desk is very high. I heard that it is my first time to visit old Shanghai, and I also took the initiative to recommend the pedestrian route of Yuanmingyuan Road to me. I can tell clearly which Braised pork belly restaurant has been open for decades. The room type I live in is spacious and has no sense of being cramped at all. The decoration of the room combines modern comfort with vintage details of old Shanghai. The vintage desk lamp by the window and the vintage Shanghai calendar decoration on the wall quietly create an atmosphere unique to old times. The soft mattress feels soft and hard. I spent most of the day in Yu Garden, and soon relaxed after lying down at night. The sound insulation of the room was in place. The tourists on Nanjing East Road were almost completely isolated. I slept until I woke up naturally for two nights.
What surprised me the most was the detailed configuration of the hotel. I drove here by tram, and there are charging stations in the underground parking lot. After parking, you can go upstairs without having to look for charging stations everywhere. In such a valuable area like Nanjing East Road, the right to free parking saves a lot of parking fees. The layout of the desk sockets in the room is reasonable, and it is also convenient to handle some temporary work. The hot water comes out quickly and steadily, and after taking a shower, the whole person feels refreshed. When ordering takeout, the robot will directly deliver the food to the door of the room, without having to run downstairs by itself, which is too friendly for people who are tired of shopping. The hotel's built-in retro bar allows you to sit down and order a cocktail to chat with friends after strolling around the Bund at night, relieving the fatigue of the whole day.
The experience of breakfast was also far more than expected. In addition to the regular local breakfast, you can also eat authentic Shanghai small Wonton, which is paired with raw fried rice cake and fried glutinous rice cake, and go back to the alley morning market of old Shanghai directly in one mouthful. After staying here for three days, I completely understand why many tourists who come to Shanghai choose this place as their first destination. It doesn't have overly exaggerated decoration, but it puts all the convenience, comfort, and unique old Shanghai style needed for travel into the details, without being distracted by trivial matters, and can enjoy the slow time by the Bund in a down-to-earth manner. Next time I come to Huangpu, I will definitely chooseJinjiang Metropolo Hotel Classiq,Shanghai Bund Circleas soon as possible.Show more