Dorsett Shanghai vs Similar Hotels

Room size was mentioned favorably, though some noted the hotel was outdated.

Rooms are comfortable with working AC and good beds/pillows; a few reports of noise, a window that wouldn't fully close/lock and minor wear in places.

Rooms are spacious, luxurious, and well-appointed.

Rooms had issues with smell and were in an open plan, but generally described as good.

Mold in bathroom and cleanliness concerns mentioned.

Multiple reviewers praised rooms as very clean or 'impeccably clean'; housekeeping generally reliable.

Very clean and modern; some guests noted bathroom odor, which is common in areas.

There were issues with cigarette smoke in the room, and cleaning only on request.

Convenient location near Metro and exhibition center.

Consistently highlighted as excellent — immediate access to Maglev/Longyang station, convenient for airport and expo, close to restaurants and transport.

Good location, fairly close to the SNIEC; some mention of being a little far from everything.

Conveniently located between two metro stations but has some mapping issues.

Staff was very helpful and gracious.

Staff frequently described as attentive and helpful, though some guests reported slow check-in, limited English and occasional staff training issues.

Warm and thoughtful service noted, staff is friendly and helpful.

Friendly staff, responsive to issues such as cleaning.

Breakfast and limited vegetarian options received mixed reviews.

Breakfast received strong positive mentions (varied menu, fresh omelettes and pancakes); generally described as very good or delicious.

Breakfast was good but limited in variety for non-Chinese and vegan options.

Great breakfast options and good food quality overall.

Free upgrades and a robot for food delivery are positive amenities.

Good facilities (lobby areas, umbrellas provided, small complimentary minibar), though some guests noted issues with on-site laundry and external AC units causing noise.

Basic amenities available; breakfast quality noted positively but limited for some dietary preferences.

The presence of a supermarket and laundry facilities is a plus.

Generally a good value, though some noted discrepancies in booking rates.

Often described as good value — convenient for airport transfers and reasonably priced options; some environmental concerns over daily towel changes.

Excellent quality-price ratio as highlighted by multiple guests.

Good price-quality ratio mentioned in several reviews.