Crowne Plaza Shanghai Pujiang by IHG

Crowne Plaza Shanghai Pujiang by IHG Overview

First Impressions

Pulling up to the Crowne Plaza Shanghai Pujiang by IHG, the scale of the place hits you first — it’s one of those five-star hotels that actually earns the rating rather than just claiming it. The lobby has that kind of calm, unhurried energy that tells you the staff genuinely know what they’re doing. You feel it within minutes of arriving. Everything just runs smoothly here, and honestly, that sets the tone for the whole stay.

Location & Neighborhood

Now, Minhang District isn’t the first place most visitors picture when they think of Shanghai — and that’s sort of the point. You’re away from the tourist crush, in a part of the city that feels more real and lived-in. It’s well connected enough that getting into the city center doesn’t feel like a mission, but you’re also not dealing with the noise and chaos of somewhere like the Bund area. For couples especially, there’s something genuinely appealing about having a bit of breathing room without sacrificing access.

The Rooms

The rooms are exactly what you’d want from a luxury property at this level — well thought out, properly quiet, and finished with enough care that you notice the details. The beds are the kind you actually don’t want to leave in the morning, which is either a great sign or a problem depending on your plans. Space isn’t an issue here, and the bathrooms are solid. I mean, it’s not a quirky boutique hotel, but it’s not trying to be — it delivers consistent, polished comfort, and it does that very well.

Breakfast

Breakfast here is genuinely worth factoring into your plans. The spread covers both Asian and American options in a proper buffet format, so whether you want congee and dim sum or eggs and pastries, you’re sorted. It’s the kind of morning setup where you find yourself going back for a second plate without really meaning to. For couples doing a slower-paced trip, starting the day here rather than hunting for a café outside makes a lot of sense.

Why Guests Love It

The hotel scores a 9.3 rating, and honestly, spending time here you understand why couples in particular rate it so highly. There’s a private parking facility on-site, which sounds like a small thing but actually matters a lot if you’re planning to explore the wider Shanghai area by car. The overall experience has that rare quality of feeling genuinely looked after — not in a stiff, formal way, but in a way that’s attentive without being intrusive. If you’re planning a trip to Shanghai and want something that delivers real luxury without being right in the middle of the tourist scramble, Crowne Plaza Shanghai Pujiang by IHG is the kind of place that rewards the choice.

Crowne Plaza Shanghai Pujiang by IHG Accommodations

Reviews of Crowne Plaza Shanghai Pujiang by IHG

• Valter from Italy – 20 May 2025 (10/10)

  Tutto perfetto
  
  What could be improved: Niente

• Yanfeng from China – 19 March 2025 (10/10)

  I booking平台加价太多，性价比低
  
  What could be improved: I booking价格太高

• Pablo from Chile – 19 February 2025 (10/10)

  Todo bien, el servicio profesional del equipo del hotel muy recomendado.
  
  What could be improved: nada

• Carla from Brazil – 9 December 2024 (10/10)

  Everything was excellent! Accommodation, serves, breakfast, all perfect.

• Uliana from Russia – 13 June 2024 (9/10)

  чистота ,приветливый персонал

• Shuk from Hong Kong – 18 April 2024 (9/10)

  酒店的員工非常禮貌，熱心服務，很值得讚揚
  
  What could be improved: 沒有

• Isabel from Chile – 11 February 2024 (9/10)

  Todo
  
  What could be improved: No hablan español y poco inglés

• Ralf from Germany – 16 October 2023 (9/10)

  Sehr gutes Frühstück! Sehr freundliches Personal in allen Bereichen.
  
  What could be improved: Die Entfernung zur Stadtmitte. Das Spabereich war geschlossen.

• Gerrit from South Africa – 15 September 2023 (9/10)

  very clean, great breakfast
  
  What could be improved: room smelled like smoke. gave me a new room

• Fu from Taiwan – 15 June 2023 (9/10)

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