Molly Homestay – walk to Yu Garden and the Bund 3bedrooms 1study 2 bathrooms elevator apartment

Molly Homestay – walk to Yu Garden and the Bund 3bedrooms 1study 2 bathrooms elevator apartment Overview

First Impressions

When I first walked into Molly Homestay – walk to Yu Garden and the Bund 3bedrooms 1study 2 bathrooms elevator apartment, I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect from the name alone. But stepping into this four-star property on the 18th floor, I was genuinely impressed by how spacious and well-thought-out everything felt. The elevator access is a blessing when you’re hauling luggage, and the views from up there — well, you get a real sense of Shanghai’s energy without being right in the thick of it.

Location & Getting Around

Here’s what I love about this spot: you’re actually within walking distance of Yu Garden, which means you can dodge those crazy tourist crowds by heading out early morning or late afternoon. The Bund is close enough that you don’t need to plan your whole day around getting there, but far enough that you’re not dealing with the constant noise and chaos. I mean, couples rate this area highly for good reason — there’s something romantic about being able to stroll to these iconic spots without the hassle. Plus, there’s parking on site, which honestly surprised me given how central you are.

The Space

What really sets this place apart is the layout — three bedrooms, a study, and two full bathrooms means you’re not fighting over space or waiting in line for the shower. The apartment setup gives you that home-away-from-home feeling that hotels sometimes miss. I actually spent quite a bit of time in the study area working on my laptop, and it felt like having a proper office rather than trying to balance everything on a hotel bed. The whole place feels lived-in but well-maintained, if that makes sense.

Practical Perks

You know what I appreciated most? The little things that show someone actually thought about how people live. Two bathrooms means morning routines don’t become a negotiation, and having that extra bedroom gives you options — whether you’re traveling with friends, need space to spread out, or just want somewhere to dump all your shopping bags. The building itself feels secure and well-managed, which matters when you’re staying somewhere for more than just a night or two.

Why Guests Love It

Recent guests have been rating the location at 9.2, and after staying here, I get it. You’re positioned perfectly to explore both the traditional side of Shanghai around Yu Garden and the modern skyline views from the Bund, but you come home to a quiet residential building where you can actually relax. It’s that sweet spot where you feel like you’re experiencing the real city without sacrificing comfort or convenience. The space works whether you’re here for business, sightseeing, or just need a proper base to explore from — and honestly, that flexibility is harder to find than you’d think.

Exploring Shanghai layers shikumen courtyards, jazz-age lobbies, and twilight ferries past the Oriental Pearl.

Molly Homestay – walk to Yu Garden and the Bund 3bedrooms 1study 2 bathrooms elevator apartment Accommodations

Reviews of Molly Homestay – walk to Yu Garden and the Bund 3bedrooms 1study 2 bathrooms elevator apartment

• Ninphailot from Thailand – 20 May 2025 (8/10)

  Have living room and night view. Can see Yuyuan garden and Shianghai Tower.
  
  What could be improved: Apartment building is old but inside the room is ok

• Duyen from Vietnam – 18 April 2025 (8/10)

  Homestay ở trong 1 khu chung cư rất cũ, tuy nhiên phòng ốc đã được sửa lại sạch sẽ, mới, đặc biệt nhân viên rất chu đáo, thân thiện.

• Yong from Malaysia – 2 March 2025 (8/10)

  Apartment is well maintained n nice ,simple furnishing.Clean n easy to find. Staff is friendly.
  
  What could be improved: Outside building is not well maintained but apartment is nicely renovated , with bright lighting's.

• Liam from United Kingdom – 30 December 2024 (8/10)

  Good clean budget option in decent location and helpful owner.
  
  What could be improved: Have Alipay or WeChat pay setup to pay. Otherwise you will struggle.

• Janne from Singapore – 23 December 2024 (6/10)

  The space is bright and clean, which my family greatly appreciates.
  
  What could be improved: Both bathrooms are clean; however, they are not in optimal condition. One bathroom is prone to water flooding after use, while the other has a shower tap that is not functioning properly.

• Yenny from Singapore – 16 December 2024 (8/10)

  Great location. Walking distance to YuYuan Metro (10 minutes ) and YuYuan garden ( 5 minutes ) at our pace. Easy to find breakfast. Host is very responsive and friendly. We paid one night down payment when we book from booking.com (using Ali pay) Then paid the balance by cash when we check in.
  
  The building is a local residential. So don't make noise. Try not to disturb the neighbours when we walk to our unit.
  
  What could be improved: There is a room for improvement. Including how to improve the cleanliness.

• Yenny from Singapore – 16 December 2024 (8/10)

  Great location. Walking distance to YuYuan Metro (10 minutes ) and YuYuan garden ( 5 minutes ) at our pace. Easy to find breakfast. Host is very responsive and friendly. We paid one night down payment when we book from booking.com (using Ali pay) Then paid the balance by cash when we check in.
  
  The building is a local residential. So don't make noise. Try not to disturb the neighbours when we walk to our unit.
  
  What could be improved: There is room for improvement. Including how to improve the cleanliness.

• Weeranuch from Thailand – 8 October 2024 (8/10)

  Good location, have dining space for family gathering, the key contact person provides quick response and flexible. The room is nice – newly decorated.
  
  What could be improved: The building exterior is very old, but inside is very good. The process for bus to access the homestay is not that much convenient. We spent long time to before getting permission to enter.

• Youle from Malaysia – 24 September 2024 (8/10)

  I think the location is superb, with breakfast in 2 minutes walks to a mall named M2. Walking distance to all the touristic places.
  There is a kitchen and washing machine which is what we need.
  Host is good but is very not prepared, lots of things can be improved.
  Host is very responsive which i appreciate.
  Host deliver Mineral water after we arrived.
  Drivers has no problem searching the location, look for 新晨楼 一号，if is your first time.
  
  What could be improved: The surrounding environment the unit is not pleasant, is not clean..
  Lots of rubbish around the corridor.
  
  When we arrived at the place, towels are not ready.. there is no shampoo only hair conditional.
  one of the Toilet cover is broken… no iron.. kitchen utensils are not complete, no microwave.
  Huge TV with only ads, we have to pay for the subscriptions which cost only Yen 15 for a month, i would have put it in as complementary with the price.
  
  Dirty cushion cover.. host send a cushion cover on Day 2 evening and we set it up.
  Pot & Wok are not clean.
  
  Payment: Only accept Alipay and CASH (Host request us to pay full in advance but we only paid 10% because she told us some guests didn't pay at the end)

• Huei from Singapore – 9 August 2024 (8/10)

  Molly's prompt assistance and flexiblity in payment. She is helpful and informative. Easy to commumicate with her
  
  What could be improved: The distance between train station and apartment

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