Originally Posted by
SHLTP
Really? I've found the best service in the world is in China and Thailand
Originally Posted by
thereisnoaddress
service in Thailand is 192384817293471892349 times better than the service in China
Haha I can definitely echo theresnoaddress’s experience. IMAO service wise neither does China possess the professionalism, courtesy and efficiency of Hong Kong and Japan, nor is Chinese service nearly as attentive, mindful and scrupulous as Southeast Asia; not to mention you’re basically screwed if you don’t speak Chinese outside the five-ish major developed cities. It’s up to personal preference, of course.
Originally Posted by
moondog
For Beijing CBD, my preference is one of the 3 Shangri-Las. Even Jen, their budget brand, does a better job than The Park Hyatt, RC, or JW IMO.
Dude you spoke my mind. For East 3rd Ring CBD it’d be either the Rosewood or any of the actually four Shangri-Las (including Kerry). The Park would be my next-in-line choice, but it’s extremely tired even following the so-called renovation in 2019 that’s as pointless as it could be. Definitely pay a visit to the Beersmith bistro at the Jen — they have some really good brews and live music on weekends.
Originally Posted by
doesun
Returning later this year, after 10+ years, for a 'tourist' visit; this time with family in tow. Any recommendations for a chain (yes american chain) hotel, preferably that has connecting rooms (or big enough for a family of ~5)?
Not so sure about connecting rooms situation, so the following are just general recommendations: Rosewood or the Shangri-Las (Jen, China World, China World Summit Wing, Kerry) for East 3rd Ring CBD, Waldorf Astoria or the Peninsula for Wangfujing, CHAO or the Opposite House for Sanlitun, the Bulgari for Liangmaqiao/embassies, and the Hyatt Regency Wangjing or the EAST in Jiuxianqiao for anywhere further. Heard great things about the PuXuan in Dongsi as well, but I’ve never got to experience it. For explicitly an American chain, you’re left with the WA, the Regency or the Bulgari (managed by Marriott). It’s probably not of much use as I’ve got no idea about the connecting rooms situation. Sorry about that.
Sanlitun’s JdV is more on the budget side. It’s okay for the price but don’t expect anything premium. The apartments at the Grand Hyatt aren’t renovated just yet and are also very tired.