I spent this past weekend in Shanghai, thanks to a ~$715 fare on American between Los Angeles and Shanghai. There was even upgrade space, so I was able to confirm an upgrade to business class at the time of booking, which made this a deal I couldn't turn down. Given that American AAdvantage is going…
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Lucky, Great review. Your making me want to get to Shanghai and China even more. Picture quality looks particularly good - were they with the iPhone or using a specific camera?
Hey Lucky,
Great review!
Something kinda unrelated but I just stayed at the Andaz in West Hollywood and I hated it. Service was below par (they asked what newspaper I wanted to be delivered and it never came), rooms and hallways are way too dark, walls are paper thin, and the list goes on. Don't understand how this property and the West Hollywood one are in the same brand!
Nice review. Been looking forwards to the Andaz brand quite a bit since I heard about them in 2009/2010 and because I travel to India and China frequently. I originally thought that the Andaz brand was supposed to debut in New Delhi, India (hence the name Andaz which means "unique style or idea" in Hindi & Urdu) but I believe that the construction in China was much more aggressive, as is expected of the big giant. The focus of this brand on the two giants is incredible with plans to create some 15 properties in India and 13 in China by 2020.
How was the level of privacy (noise from adjacent rooms) and the conference room facilities? These are key requirements of a hotel for many of my business travel customers.
It would be cool, if you could review the "Twelve at Hengshan".
The area is also quite nice and "original"...my parents lived nearby for few years. Also french concession....
Great review, but what does Ford now do for a living that he can accompany you on so many trips?
being born in Shanghai, the Andaz is deficiently my favorite hyatt property in the city. It's right at the center of so many fooooood and activities, and there is a milk tea stand (one of the current most popular) right across the street from the entrance - don't miss that 😀
Great review as always. The Andaz Xintiandi is quite an interesting hotel and I agree that the location is excellent. In terms of location, the Andaz blows the Park and Grand Hyatts out of the water, although I definitely prefer the quiet of the Park Hyatt, all things equal - the Andaz can be noisy. I reviewed the Andaz (as well as the Grand Hyatt and Park Hyatt) a few months ago as well: http://goo.gl/ixNbAF
Hi guys,
I don't travel much but I'd like to and I wonder if you guys have issues with bed bugs and what precautions you take to avoid them. Thanks.
I guess your friend's room number is 2326.:) I stayed in the same room last weekend. Also doing AA mileage run to maintain my Exp.
I have had one issue with bed bugs at the Park Hyatt in New York in 2015. Generally, I always check the room before I make myself comfortable. Here are my steps:
Leave your belongings and items by the door end enter the room.
Check the closet, drawers and underside of any wooden furniture.
Check corners of the carpeted room where the walls meet for bugs.
Remove all bed sheets and duvets. Check for red spots.
Raise the mattress and look underneath onto the frame/box cart (often you will have to check the underside of the mattress cover as well).
Finally, check the luggage rack.
If all checks out, accept the room. Otherwise, call room service, show them the problem, receive a free night and continue your stay (repeat all over on the new room).
I also avoid usage of those wooden luggage racks if it's an airport hotel. Instead, I use the granite counter-tops in the bathroom to open my luggage. I lock up the luggage as soon as I am done - never leaving it open.
I know all of this seems OCD, but considering that I spend close to 250 nights per year at hotels, the chances of bringing back bugs are quite high (even at luxury properties such as the Hyatt). Frankly, I am OK with the 15 min it takes to check a room out if it means a comfortable critterless stay...
Has anyone stayed at the Peace Hotel? Definitely one of the finest hotels I've ever stayed at because of its profound historical significance and the elegance.
Actually lucky missed mentioning another section of hai pai restaurant for breakfast, a Chinese food section next door which is also complimentary for diamond members.
Also Shanghai Andaz offers different kinds of suites, some of those are better and larger than the photos showed here.
Fantastic review as always! I would be quite dissatisfied with the suite, having no proper sitting room but it did look nice, I would also like my suite to be on the highest floor.
Have you tried Intercontinental RuiJin?
I had a great time there and breakfast was pure joy.
My 2 cents
I stayed at Shanghai Fairmont peace hotel for several days right after its three year renovation. We were so impressed that after our hk trip we went back for a whole week suite accommodation. However, last year we revisited the place and found out the services were not as good as before except the hotel jazz band remained with the same top quality.
Ruijin intercontinental vip building is beautiful and we paid extra rmb 280 to get the access to the club lounge and the complimentary breakfast. To waive this charge you have to be loyal ambassador member which is by invitation only
Was just there last week. I also did not like the suite configuration and agree with Flyertalk members' recommendation not to waste a DSU here. I thought there was ample options at breakfast (there is a western buffet in one room and a chinese buffet in a separate room-I did not see the Chinese breakfast buffet in your pictures). I was surprise that the food execution (eg noodle soup) was poor. I missed the happy hour but loved it that they offer pastries in the morning and sandwiches later in the lobby.
Even in a good location, I did not like the city so location ended up not mattering after all.
I also stayed at the PH. It was quick stay before a flight so location was not an issue. The suite was amazing (second only to PH Vienna Ambassador suite), pool and food were great.
I though service was disappointing at both locations, but maybe it's because I was also in Japan this trip where I find the service (HR Kyoto, Andaz Tokyo) to be exceptional.
@ A -- we found service at Andaz West Hollywood to be excellent but the hotel itself is definitely not up to par. Wish they make it more like Andaz Amsterdam.
@ Lucky: Can you please cover Hyatt's gutting of their BRG program?
I know y'all are big fans (i.e. apologists) for Hyatt but they've just done the ultimate gutting.
They only accept comparisons from certain 3rd party sites (expedia, booking.com, etc.)
They require a reservation be made on hyatt.com prior to submitting the BRG
They require you to book the 'lowest rate' on hyatt.com in order to be eligible for the BRG T&C.
This is usually the non-refundable rate, and if the BRG is rejected, the customer has to wear it.
Why would anyone risk it?