If you come to Shanghai, you have to stay at this affordable hotel.
My stay at Hilton Shanghai Songjiang Guangfulin
1. Location
Hilton Shanghai Songjiang Guangfulin is located in the Guangfulin Scenic Area, close to Songjiang University Town. If you choose to travel by public transport, you will need to transfer between the subway and bus, but driving is more convenient. There was a lantern event on the day of check-in, so there were not enough parking spaces, and I had to park outside. I am not sure if this is a common occurrence.
2. Overall decor
The hotel has a Chinese garden style, with most floors being two to three stories high. The different shades of wood are layered well, and Chinese bonsai can be seen everywhere in the public areas. The lighting creates a dark effect, which enhances the tranquil atmosphere and makes you feel very comfortable.
3. Room
I stayed in a first-floor lake view room, which was about 50 square meters. The room's basic facilities are similar to other Hilton hotels. It is worth mentioning that this room type has floor-to-ceiling windows that open directly to the lake, and there is a small terrace at the door where you can enjoy the view while drinking tea, adding to the vacation atmosphere. However, to ensure that you can see the view from the bed, the TV is not facing the bed, which is a unique design.
4. Service
I was in a hurry during this stay, so I didn't have time to experience the hotel's service in depth, but the overall check-in process was smooth, and I didn't find any obvious shortcomings.
5. Breakfast
The hotel's breakfast is very rich. In addition to the regular breakfast items, there is also porridge, wontons, scallion oil noodles, tofu pudding, and jianbing guozi. There is even a Scottish fried egg, which is very popular.
6. Executive lounge
The executive lounge has a nice environment. Since it is the off-season, the executive lounge does not offer a buffet but instead offers a platter of snacks, including fried spring rolls, fried chicken wings, osmanthus lotus root, spicy chicken, and fruit. Although the portions are small, the nuts and cookies in the lounge are delicious, and the service staff is very friendly.
7. Pet-friendly
This hotel is pet-friendly, and you need to book a pet-friendly room in advance. The hotel has a small pet park, and you can check the pictures for more information. I also heard that the hotel's restaurant is very good, so I will try it next time.
Overall, if you are looking for a resort hotel in Songjiang, especially if you plan to visit Guangfulin, I highly recommend Hilton Shanghai Songjiang Guangfulin. I will probably bring my parents to experience it next time.