Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport by IHG
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Summary of reviewsThe Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport by IHG, garners high praise for its strategic location, especially from travelers with flights in or out of Pudong International Airport (PVG). The hotel's close proximity to the airport and its efficient complimentary shuttle service make it a favored choice for transit passengers and those seeking minimal commute time. Guests find the pricing reasonable, the rooms clean and the staff friendly, enhancing the overall guest experience.
The breakfast receives mixed reviews but is generally appreciated for its ample selection catering to both Western and Chinese tastes. Guests find the offerings hearty and varied, providing a good start to the day, although some note room for improvement in variety and quality. Similarly, while the dinner service is viewed positively for its reasonably priced buffet option, the lack of an operating restaurant or bar for dinner on-site is a drawback. Some guests rely on online ordering or vending machines, although a free shuttle to nearby dining areas offers an alternative.
Room cleanliness and modern design are consistently highlighted with guests noting the comfortable and spacious nature of the rooms, albeit some find them small. Comfortable beds receive particular praise, though noise isolation and occasional issues such as mold and tobacco smells are noted. The general ambiance is described as modern, clean and comfortable.
The staff's friendly and helpful demeanor is frequently mentioned with specific employees receiving accolades for their exceptional service. The team’s English-speaking abilities further facilitate smooth communication for international travelers.
However, the Wi-Fi quality is a significant point of dissatisfaction with many guests encountering slow speeds and connectivity issues. Improving Wi-Fi services could greatly enhance guest satisfaction.
Overall, the Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport provides a convenient, comfortable and relatively affordable option for travelers with its strong points being location, shuttle service and friendly staff, while areas such as dining options and Wi-Fi quality could benefit from further improvement.
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The breakfast receives mixed reviews but is generally appreciated for its ample selection catering to both Western and Chinese tastes. Guests find the offerings hearty and varied, providing a good start to the day, although some note room for improvement in variety and quality. Similarly, while the dinner service is viewed positively for its reasonably priced buffet option, the lack of an operating restaurant or bar for dinner on-site is a drawback. Some guests rely on online ordering or vending machines, although a free shuttle to nearby dining areas offers an alternative.
Room cleanliness and modern design are consistently highlighted with guests noting the comfortable and spacious nature of the rooms, albeit some find them small. Comfortable beds receive particular praise, though noise isolation and occasional issues such as mold and tobacco smells are noted. The general ambiance is described as modern, clean and comfortable.
The staff's friendly and helpful demeanor is frequently mentioned with specific employees receiving accolades for their exceptional service. The team’s English-speaking abilities further facilitate smooth communication for international travelers.
However, the Wi-Fi quality is a significant point of dissatisfaction with many guests encountering slow speeds and connectivity issues. Improving Wi-Fi services could greatly enhance guest satisfaction.
Overall, the Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport provides a convenient, comfortable and relatively affordable option for travelers with its strong points being location, shuttle service and friendly staff, while areas such as dining options and Wi-Fi quality could benefit from further improvement.
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The Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport offers parking and is located near Pudong International Airport. It provides a convenient option for travelers with early flights.
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Located near Pudong Airport, this hotel offers convenience for travelers with early or late flights. It provides comfortable rooms and essential services at an affordable price, with airport shuttle service.
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The Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport by IHG, is highly regarded for its advantageous location, especially for those with flights in or out of Pudong International Airport (PVG). Guests repeatedly praise the hotel's close proximity to the airport, describing it as very convenient for transit passengers and ideal for overnight stays between flights. The short distance and easy access make it an appealing choice for travelers seeking minimal commute time to the airport.
Moreover, the hotel's complimentary shuttle service to the airport adds to its convenience, ensuring timely transport even for early departures. Travelers also highlight the hotel's reasonable pricing, clean rooms and friendly staff, enhancing the overall guest experience.
The combination of near-airport location, efficient shuttle service and comfortable accommodation makes this hotel a preferred option for both short stays and long plane changes. Despite being near the airport, it manages to offer a convenient and comfortable environment for guests looking to minimize travel stress.
The breakfast experience at Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport by IHG, has garnered varied feedback from guests. On the positive side, many found the breakfast to be very good, ample and surprisingly plentiful with a diverse and delicious selection catering to both Western and Chinese tastes. Numerous reviewers appreciated the wide variety and rich choices available, pointing out that the hearty and generous offerings were satisfactory and helpful, especially for travelers preparing for long flights.
Several guests highlighted the thoughtful international mix, noting that the breakfast array was neat, fresh and pleasant with good options. The availability of a full Western and Chinese buffet was particularly praised, providing an excellent start to the day for many.
However, not all feedback was glowing. Some reviewers found the breakfast to be basic or below par compared to other business hotels, mentioning limited choices and a lack of variety. A few pointed out specific issues such as the coffee machine not working, which detracted from their overall experience.
In summary, while the breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport is generally well-received with its large and varied selection, there are instances where it did not meet certain expectations, suggesting potential areas for improvement.
Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport offers some dining options but leaves room for improvement in its dinner services. Guests appreciate the evening buffet for being quite good and reasonably priced with the option to book it at the reception. However, many note a lack of adequate food options on-site, as the hotel does not have an operating restaurant or bar for dinner. This absence forces guests to resort to alternatives such as ordering food online or relying on instant noodles from vending machines.
Those looking for more dining variety can take advantage of a free shuttle service to a nearby food court or hotel, which provides a viable alternative to the hotel's limited options. Despite this, the overall convenience at the hotel is diminished by the absence of immediate dining facilities, especially for late arrivals. For travelers using it as a transit hotel, these shortcomings can be a notable inconvenience.
Rooms at the Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport are praised for their cleanliness and modern design. Guests find the rooms to be well-equipped with all necessary amenities, ensuring comfort during their stay. Reviews highlight the comfortable and spacious nature of the rooms, although some guests noted that the rooms can be small. Nonetheless, this is often considered adequate for short stays. The beds are commonly mentioned as being particularly comfortable, contributing to a restful night. Noise isolation in some rooms could be improved, as a few reviews pointed out disturbances from the outside. While the general feedback about cleanliness is positive, some reviews mentioned issues such as mold in the bathroom or rooms smelling of tobacco. Overall, the hotel provides a simple yet comfortable experience with modern, cozy rooms that largely satisfy the needs of its guests.
Visitors to the Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport by IHG, generally found the beds to be particularly comfortable with numerous mentions of their quality. Many reviewers appreciated the beds for being large and comfortable with some describing them as very good, big and even comfy. The mattress received praise for providing a comfortable sleep, which is crucial for weary travelers. Additionally, the bedding was highlighted for being fresh and nice, adding to the overall positive experience. While there were occasional mentions of the bed being a bit soft or having an unpleasant odor, the overall consensus points to a positive and restful sleeping experience at this hotel.
The Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport by IHG, generally receives positive feedback regarding cleanliness with many guests appreciating the very clean rooms and well-maintained facilities. The breakfast area is noted as clean and airy, adding to the overall pleasant atmosphere of the hotel. The modern, clean and comfortable ambiance is a recurring highlight with several reviews commenting on the tidiness and neat arrangement of the rooms, which come with all required amenities.
However, there are some criticisms concerning the thoroughness of the cleaning. A few guests mentioned specific cleanliness issues such as bathroom floors that could be cleaner, old and strangely smelling shower towels and dirty glass surfaces. There are occasional reports of rooms not being cleaned properly, including instances of humidity-induced smells and a little dust on the floor. Despite these occasional issues, the overall perception remains focused on the clean and modern facilities.
The staff at the Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport by IHG, receives considerable praise for their friendly and helpful demeanor. Many guests highlight that the team is accommodating and goes above and beyond to assist with prompt and kind service at the reception being a common theme. English-speaking abilities are noted positively, making communication smoother for international travelers. Specific employees, such as Steven, Ellis and Kris, receive accolades for their exceptional assistance. The shuttle bus service, run by particularly friendly drivers, operates reliably and is a noteworthy convenience for guests.
While the majority of reviews praise the staff's professionalism and willingness to help, there are occasional mentions of inconsistencies, particularly regarding language barriers. Despite these few challenges, the overall consensus is that the staff's high-quality service significantly enhances the guest experience.
Many guests have expressed dissatisfaction with the Wi-Fi quality at the Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport by IHG. The internet connection issues ranged from slow speeds to complete unavailability. Some experienced technical difficulties, such as Wi-Fi displaying characters in kanji and not functioning properly on laptops. Often, connecting to the Wi-Fi was a significant challenge and those who managed to connect found the signal weak and intermittent. It's noted that the Wi-Fi struggles are not uncommon in the region, but improvements in this area could enhance the overall guest experience considerably.
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Moreover, the hotel's complimentary shuttle service to the airport adds to its convenience, ensuring timely transport even for early departures. Travelers also highlight the hotel's reasonable pricing, clean rooms and friendly staff, enhancing the overall guest experience.
The combination of near-airport location, efficient shuttle service and comfortable accommodation makes this hotel a preferred option for both short stays and long plane changes. Despite being near the airport, it manages to offer a convenient and comfortable environment for guests looking to minimize travel stress.
Breakfast
Several guests highlighted the thoughtful international mix, noting that the breakfast array was neat, fresh and pleasant with good options. The availability of a full Western and Chinese buffet was particularly praised, providing an excellent start to the day for many.
However, not all feedback was glowing. Some reviewers found the breakfast to be basic or below par compared to other business hotels, mentioning limited choices and a lack of variety. A few pointed out specific issues such as the coffee machine not working, which detracted from their overall experience.
In summary, while the breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport is generally well-received with its large and varied selection, there are instances where it did not meet certain expectations, suggesting potential areas for improvement.
Dinner
Those looking for more dining variety can take advantage of a free shuttle service to a nearby food court or hotel, which provides a viable alternative to the hotel's limited options. Despite this, the overall convenience at the hotel is diminished by the absence of immediate dining facilities, especially for late arrivals. For travelers using it as a transit hotel, these shortcomings can be a notable inconvenience.
Rooms
Beds
Cleanliness
However, there are some criticisms concerning the thoroughness of the cleaning. A few guests mentioned specific cleanliness issues such as bathroom floors that could be cleaner, old and strangely smelling shower towels and dirty glass surfaces. There are occasional reports of rooms not being cleaned properly, including instances of humidity-induced smells and a little dust on the floor. Despite these occasional issues, the overall perception remains focused on the clean and modern facilities.
Staff
While the majority of reviews praise the staff's professionalism and willingness to help, there are occasional mentions of inconsistencies, particularly regarding language barriers. Despite these few challenges, the overall consensus is that the staff's high-quality service significantly enhances the guest experience.
Wi-Fi
No, Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport by IHG doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport by IHG.
No, Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport by IHG doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport by IHG.
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Airport by IHG has a gym.
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