The Bund Hotel
Posted On April 18, 2011
Nestled in the Shanghai’s city center, The Bund is the ultimate retreat for those who are seeking leisure along with the business pleasures. Following the international standards, this 4-star corporate hub as well as recreation sanctuary enjoys a vital location. So, the travelers do not elect this one only for its diverse pleasures, but also for its proximity with the world-wide famous Bund area along with the ‘Pedestrian Street’, which are just a 5-minute stroll far. Get a bit wise and you will recognize that why the hotel is named so. Other attractions nearby are the Pudong District, Oriental Pearl Tower, the Liujiazui Business Center, Hongqiao Airport, subway line, and railway station.
Although located in the historical area, The Bund is not a legendary one as it was just opened in 2004 for being a modern retreat as well as the home of contemporary facilities fused with the excellent service for providing a comfy stay to its guests. Just name the facility and you get it in no seconds – such is the arrangement here. There is every bit of eclectic tastes here: all types of rooms, gym, salon, sauna, business center, conference rooms, banquet hall, multifunction hall, chess room, and Chinese restaurants.
Rooms
There exist 189 rooms in this yellow-facade structure, which are air-conditioned as well as contemporary. Irrespective of your choice from the eclectic mix such as executive, twin, and deluxe with the pick of twin/double; you will be availed of the basic amenities that include: refrigerator, safe, AC, mini bar, hair dryer, free bottled water, IDD, DDD, voice mail, satellite TV, slippers, direct-dial phone, desk, broadband Internet, coffee/tea makers, high-speed wired Internet, wireless Internet, private bathrooms, bathrobes, separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, curtains, wake-up calls, climate control, free newspaper, iron/ironing board (on request), daily housekeeping, massage in room, mirror, turndown service, sewing kit, in-room childcare (surcharge), bathroom scale, cribs, clock radio, opening window, and electronic/magnetic keys.
Amenities
• Babysitting or child care • Tour assistance • Television in lobby
• Translation services • Internet access in public areas – surcharge • Airport transportation (surcharge) • Porter/bellhop • 24-hour front desk • Multilingual staff • Air-conditioned public areas • Parking (secure) • Parking (free) • Parking garage • Valet parking (surcharge) • Valet parking • Internet access – wireless • Internet access in public areas – high speed • Audio-visual equipment • Lounge • Elevator/Lift • Coffee shop • Free newspapers • Event catering • Multiple small meeting rooms • Ballrooms • Currency exchange • Multiple conference/meeting rooms • Doorman/doorwoman • Express check-in and check-out • Dry cleaning service • Banquet facilities • Concierge desk • Gift shops • Limo or Town Car service • 3 restaurants • Computer rental • Secretarial services • Safe-deposit box – front desk • Room service (24 hours) • Business center • Shoe shine • Security guard
Recreation
• Hair salon • Full service health spa • Sauna • Spa tub • Billiards • Chess • Table tennis • Arcade/game room • Health club • Steam room • Fitness facilities • Beauty services • Massage – spa treatment room(s) • Yoga classes/instruction • Aerobics • Playground • Basketball
Restaurants
The Bund does take care of your appetite via its typical cafe called The Bund Cafe totally draped in American style as well as taste. So, explore the flavor or America here via its daily breakfast, all-day dining menu, and Sunday brunch buffets.
Also add the charm of the Russia to this list, which is exposed by the Russian restaurant called the Flying-Elephant that is an expert in serving the delicious dishes of Russia in a not so formal environment. It ensures that the country’s tradition is still alive that is supported with live music every night.
For all the three meals to be savored with the typical Cantonese preparations, Chong Yan Cantonese is the best choice here.
Address
No 525 Guangdong Road, Huangpu, Shanghai 200001.
Rates
From $84 per night.
The Bund Hotel is designed mainly for the business travelers.
