Boutique Hotels in Jiangsu, China

This hotel is a relatively large garden hotel in the city, and the facilities are pretty good. Online reviews are mixed, some good, some not so good. Since we were having a family gathering in Suzhou for Chinese New Year, we decided to stay here. The room facilities were decent, and we had a view of the swimming pool from our window. The hotel was fully booked for the holiday, so parking in the garage was very tight. The decor might be a bit old-fashioned; the ventilation fan and light in the bathroom shared a single switch. It was quite cold taking a shower in winter as the fan couldn't be turned off, and it was right above my head. The hotel's environment is lovely, with many picturesque spots for photos. The breakfast area, lobby, and coffee shop particularly left a strong impression. However, the Chinese restaurant's food was quite ordinary.

Still a Gem – Shangri-La Nanjing When I booked, I was a bit worried about the hotel's age and potential for outdated rooms and facilities, but my stay proved those fears completely unfounded. Before check-in, I received a pleasant pre-arrival call. The lobby is spacious and grand, and the front desk service was quick and enthusiastic. The room's layout, decor, and amenities were all impeccable (unfortunately, I didn't take many photos to show everything). The Horizon Club's evening offerings were also excellent, with a good selection of braised dishes. My only regret was that it rained for three consecutive days, making Xuanwu Lake outside the window look perpetually hazy. Overall, I highly recommend it (based solely on my experience in room 3418 this time). Minor drawbacks: * The bottled water in the room was Purejoy, which was quite unexpected. * The showerhead in the bathtub wasn't particularly convenient for single use. * Although my room shouldn't have been near the elevators, I occasionally heard faint, elevator-like sounds (though very slight).

I stayed at this hotel for my birthday and had such a great experience. They upgraded me to a suite, which was clean, beautiful and incredibly spacious. When I arrived, they had a thoughtful birthday setup waiting for me, complete with a cake and a sweet “Happy Birthday” display, which I truly appreciated. They also gave me lovely souvenirs from the city, which was such a nice touch. The staff were warm, helpful and always ready to assist. Breakfast was included and offered a good variety of Western options. The view from the room was amazing and made the stay even more special. The location is also very convenient, right next to a plaza with plenty of food options to choose from. I would absolutely stay here again.

A special thanks to Mr. Lu for helping us upgrade our room when the hotel was almost fully booked (Ctrip room upgrade benefits aren't always guaranteed!). The young lady at the front desk who checked us in had a lovely smile. She warned us that breakfast might be crowded the next day due to the high occupancy and even offered solutions. The room made excellent use of space. The bathroom door, when pushed inwards, doubled as the shower door (two functions, one door!), and there was a clothesline inside the shower. It also had a desk with a lamp. The only minor flaw was a rather large gap when the door was used for the bathroom, and the showerhead position needed some attention. I'd suggest improving the shower curtain placement; it shouldn't be on the outside (near the bed), especially for a twin room. The Mercure's location is excellent, very close to the entrance of Dongguan Street (roughly where the purple circle is marked). There's a small window on the river-view side, perhaps at the door of room 11 on each floor, offering a glimpse of the river, which made up for not booking a river-view room. (The small window on the 3rd floor didn't offer much of a view, it was too low and blocked by trees.)

Towards the end of my holiday, I chose the tallest hotel in Nanjing. The hotel provided a room on the 67th floor with a view of Xuanwu Lake and Zijin Mountain. The most striking feature inside was the large circular bathtub. Before this, I had already traveled to Shanghai during my third year of junior high school, dealing with work all the way, and was quite tired. For dinner and breakfast, I opted to dine at the hotel. Dinner was at the Summit restaurant on the 76th-77th floors, mainly featuring Huaiyang and fusion cuisine. It wasn't as salty as typical Nanjing dishes, and the cold dish with scampi was a highlight. The restaurant's main hall faces south towards Xinjiekou. Breakfast was at the coffee bar on the 45th floor, available from 9 AM to 7 PM. You could access the observation deck with your room card, which offered views to the north: Zijin Mountain, Jiming Temple, Xuanwu Lake, and the TV tower. The duck blood vermicelli soup and baked flatbread were very Nanjing in the breakfast spread, and the rest was typical InterContinental – very rich and varied. My only minor gripe was that the fruit station didn't have the cucumber sticks and juice often found at the Shanghai InterContinental; I had to get a bowl of cucumber slices from the salad bar. I visited the independently operated heated pool and gym after dinner, but it was quite crowded due to Chinese New Year, so it wasn't particularly enjoyable. I then explored the mall next door, which was pretty much as described by Nanjing local media. The only new development is that Sunrise Duty Free is setting up shop on the first floor and is currently under renovation. In a nutshell, my review of the hotel is: Majestic and awe-inspiring! Facilities: Everything you could need. Hygiene: Clean and tidy. Environment: A unique experience. Even with a strong gale outside at night, there was no howling sound once the ventilation windows were sealed. However, before 9 PM, you could hear outdoor loudspeakers from the nearby park or square, which was unavoidable – the entire city acts like a giant amplifier. Service: Warm and thoughtful, with appropriate boundaries, which I personally find more important.

This hotel truly lived up to the expectations I had after comparing so many options. My stay was incredibly satisfying! The hotel's location is excellent, making it super convenient for sightseeing. The room was spacious and bright, and all the amenities were complete and clean. The smart devices were user-friendly and made everything so much easier. The front desk staff, both the guys and girls, were incredibly warm and attentive. When I needed something delivered, they responded very promptly. The environment is quiet and comfortable, and they even lend out umbrellas if it rains – truly excellent!

Great hotel in a superb location for a Yancheng visit. Staff are always warm and attentive, rooms are great and food is superb in the hotel

Compared to the beautiful scenery of Yangzhou in springtime, Shangri-La's service left an even deeper impression on me. Especially Ms. Sun Rui, the Guest Relations Manager, who contacted us in advance to understand our itinerary. Upon learning I was traveling with two elderly individuals, she promptly upgraded our room and even helped arrange a late checkout for their comfort. She proactively assisted us with everything from dining to transportation. Both my parents were full of praise for the hotel's service. We'll definitely visit again if we get the chance! 🌹🌹

First off, a huge shout-out to the concierge team! We stayed for 4 nights with a three-year-old, which meant a lot of preparations. We had diapers delivered to the concierge for safekeeping, and then ordered takeout daily. The concierge team, seeing we had a child, not only gave us gifts but also helped deliver our takeout to the room – we were incredibly touched! Our butler, Cindy Zhou, concierge Vancs, and the cleaning aunties were all incredibly responsive to our every request. We really put everyone out! The housekeeping staff who brought us humidifiers and air purifiers were also fantastic, and the fruit and drink replenishment was always spot-on! Even though the weather wasn't ideal, the service we received was absolutely top-notch.

The location is easy to find, and there are plenty of dining options nearby. The front desk staff was very welcoming and upgraded our internal room to a larger, street-facing room with a big window for free. The room was spacious, clean, and the bedding was comfortable. Breakfast was just okay! I only found out after I checked out that there was a surprise blind box selection; I wasn't informed about it during my stay.