The Eton Hotel Shanghai vs Similar Hotels

Rooms described as very spacious with great views and large beds, but several mentions of dated furnishings, carpet wear and small maintenance needs in some rooms.

Concerns about heating not working and old furniture.

Rooms are old and in need of refurbishment.

The room with river view is quite nice and spacious.

Rooms reported as quite clean daily with water refilled, though some reviews note outdated carpets and minor maintenance issues in parts of some rooms.

Some comments indicated hotel is aging and requires maintenance.

Several mentions of old and poorly maintained rooms.

Hôtel très propre et chambres parfaites chaque jour

Consistently praised: hotel is immediately above/next to metro lines (Line 4 and 14), excellent connectivity and close to amenities; many guests highlighted the superb river/high-rise views and walkable access.

Location near Metro and restaurants was frequently mentioned positively.

Great location, close to shopping and transportation.

The hotel is located in Lujiazui, right next to 东方明珠, which is very convenient.

Staff generally helpful and efficient (including generous room supplies and a birthday cake gesture), but some guests reported unfriendly/front-desk staff and impersonal check-in experiences.

Staff were praised for their friendliness and assistance.

Issues with staff responsiveness and respect towards guests.

The staffs are most competent and full of service mind.

Breakfast repeatedly highlighted as generous, varied and well presented (wide selection from Chinese to Western). A few guests found some repetitions or blandness on longer stays.

Breakfast variety needs improvement, particularly for international guests.

Breakfast options could be improved, not very diverse.

Breakfast variety was mentioned positively.

Gym considered varied and usable; convenient shops below hotel and an inexpensive airport shuttle available. However, multiple guests noted the pool was closed and laundry is paid, reducing amenity satisfaction.

Lack of minibar variety noted, but other amenities were satisfactory.

Basic amenities available, but some issues with air conditioning and TV quality.

Excellent breakfast, various kinds of food.

Generally seen as good value due to prime location, large rooms and plentiful breakfast; shuttle and nearby services add to perceived value despite some maintenance or amenity shortfalls.

Mixed feelings about the pricing of the breakfast, but overall decent value.

Affordable pricing considering the location.

Considering the luxurious service and quality of the hotel.