Crowne Plaza Lake Malaren Shanghai

This hotel is out of the way of most of the popular tourist spots, but met the needs of business meetings, weekend stay near the lake and the golf course next to it. I was here on a Huangshan Tour for 2 nights. I told them that I am a Platinum member. I was upgraded, given a fruit basket and a free drink at the bar.. Room was clean, internet was working fine. Very good breakfast with cook to order eggs, noodle station, nice spread of Chinese and American food.

Hotel is far from city. Room is of good size and clean, pillows menu available, and bed is comfortable. Bathroom mirror has irremovable stains. Breakfast selection is good with western and Chinese food selection. Good coffee but would be better if latte is available. Wi-Fi signals are not strong enough to view whatsapp photos. The next morning, I can't manage to log in to Wi-Fi.

It must be one of the worst Crowne Plaza in the world. The location is so remote that the occupation rate is very, very low. As a result, I guess it does not have the funding for sufficient staffing and maintenance. The internet connection is horrible and please stay away if it is critical for you. None of the restaurant is acceptable. One of the power plugs by the bed dropped off that I almost got electrified. The only good thing I can say is probably the golf course next to it.