Jinjiang Inn Shanghai Zhangjiang Road

Listen, I usually stay at the Kerry Parklands in a suite, and then I thought,” This is incredibly stupid of me, because I am never in my room except to sleep! So, I tried the Jinjiang Inn and realised that I have not been getting much value for money out of my expensive choice! This inn is also a fun place to stay!

The hotel room is clean, quiet, and spacious for the price we paid. The hotel is a bit far from the city center and far from the subway station, but if you are visiting Shanghai for an expo (NSIEC), then this hotel may be a good option, just 10 mins by cab. The breakfast is just fine and there's no nearby restaurant. During the day, there is an English-speaking hotel staff that can assist you, but at night, it becomes a challenge as the front desk staff cannot speak in english

The entry to the building is possible only by swiping the room card. This keeps away unauthorized people. The rooms are well maintained, neat and clean. Although they have a kettle, hot water, AC, room heaters and desk, they do not have a proper wardrobe. However there is an open area with hangers available to hang clothes. The only flip side was the bedsheet smelled of tobacco. There is free wifi in the room which is pretty decent. The walls are not so sound proof. Sometimes you can hear folks in the next room. The restaurant is quite good and they have an elaborate spread for breakfast which covers both Chinese and basic English breakfast (Chinese - Conjee, thousand year eggs, Tea eggs, Steamed buns, Fried wantons, Noodles, Pickles, Salad; English - Bread, Butter, Jam, Sausage, Bacon, Potato Wedges, Tea cake, Cornflakes). So you can definitely start your day with a full stomach. However its the same spread everyday and there is no fruit juice - they serve tang, green tea. The staff at the inn do not speak much English. So an English to Chinese translator app will come in handy. However they are quite pleasant and friendly. There is also a small store within the compound where you get all basic amenities. The location is very convenient - subway, taxi, shops, restaurants etc available at walkable distance (within 1 km).