Grand Kempinski Hotel Shanghai

This is a mixed review - aimed for Westerners about Kempinski hotels in China. Normally we give 5 stars because Kempinski is a 5 star hotel, but in China it's different ... no hotel in China is really a "non smoking hotel" and it's usual behaviour for men to be half naked with their hotel room door open all the time like it's a brothel. We have a Titanium membership (highest level) but that doesn't help to insulate from inconsiderate guests that the hotel seems unwilling or unable to civilize. It's too bad, otherwise we think Kempinski is great.

Never again!! I tried shaving as soon as I arrived cause it was a 10 hour drive starting at 5am. When I touched the mirror, I got shocked that my entire left half was numb, and with the shock, the electricity went out. I live in hotels very often, and I've never been electrocuted before, even in cheap hotels. This is just something that should be impossible. And I was offered a free breakfast as compensation. So my life is worth a bowl of cereal. NEVER AGAIN at the 'un'-grand Kempinski.

Very nice hotel particularly the executive lounge where Ms. Yudith the manager go above and beyond to make the guests comfortable. The service and food are superb. Great team particularly Andy the chef.

I stayed here for 5 nights in a river view room and was very impressed. The room was clean, odor-free, and well-maintained. The front desk staff were professional, polite, and communicated clearly in English. The housekeeping staff were also friendly and attentive. The breakfast offered a wide variety of choices to suit all preferences. Moreover, the hotel’s location is excellent — right next to the Oriental Pearl Tower and with easy access to many tourist attractions in Shanghai via the subway.

Great hotel. The service was excellent, in particular that of Judith at the Executive Lounge. The lobby bar was also very nice. The view of Shanghai and the river was breathtaking. Rooms and ammenities of high quality. Location very convenient.