Shanghai Hills&Well-time Scandi Loft with Terrace Near Line2 Jing’an Temple

Shanghai Hills&Well-time Scandi Loft with Terrace Near Line2 Jing’an Temple Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Shanghai Hills&Well-time Scandi Loft with Terrace Near Line2 Jing’an Temple, you immediately notice how the owners have managed to create something genuinely different in Shanghai’s crowded accommodation scene. This three-star property doesn’t try to be fancy — instead, it nails that minimalist Scandinavian aesthetic with clean lines, natural wood touches, and plenty of light streaming through oversized windows. The whole place feels more like staying in a friend’s well-designed apartment than a typical hotel, which honestly makes it way more comfortable.

Location Magic

You know what’s brilliant about this spot? You’re literally a few minutes’ walk from Jing’an Temple station on Line 2, which means you can get pretty much anywhere in the city without the usual Shanghai metro gymnastics. The location on Nanjing West Road puts you right in the thick of things — I mean, you’ve got People’s Square about 15 minutes away by subway, and the Bund is totally doable for an evening stroll. What I really love though is that despite being so central, the actual street feels surprisingly quiet, especially once you’re up on that terrace they mention in the name.

The Space Itself

The room setup is where this place really shines. It’s got that loft vibe going on with high ceilings and an open layout that makes even a smaller space feel airy. The kitchen area is actually functional — not just some sad mini-fridge situation — so you can grab groceries from the nearby markets and actually cook something decent. The terrace is the real winner though; it’s not huge, but it’s private and gives you this nice little outdoor breathing space that’s pretty rare in central Shanghai.

Practical Stuff That Matters

Let me tell you about the details that actually make a difference when you’re staying somewhere. The WiFi is solid (I was working remotely without any issues), the air conditioning works properly — which, trust me, matters a lot in Shanghai summers — and there’s decent parking nearby if you’re crazy enough to drive in this city. The building itself is well-maintained, and you’ve got a proper elevator, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how many places in this price range skip that convenience.

Why Guests Love It

That 9.1 rating isn’t just random — this place gets the fundamentals right without any unnecessary fuss. Couples seem to particularly dig it (which makes total sense given that terrace and the cozy setup), but honestly, I think it works well for anyone who wants to feel settled rather than just passing through. The Scandinavian design thing isn’t just for show either; everything feels thoughtfully chosen rather than thrown together. You’re getting genuine value here — a place that feels special without the inflated prices that usually come with anything remotely stylish in Shanghai’s city center.

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Shanghai Hills&Well-time Scandi Loft with Terrace Near Line2 Jing’an Temple Accommodations

Reviews of Shanghai Hills&Well-time Scandi Loft with Terrace Near Line2 Jing’an Temple

• Robin from New Zealand – 17 April 2025 (8/10)

  The location, the patio, the decor, the details, the very helpful hosts
  
  What could be improved: Small, a bit of damp smell, have to walk through an outdoor kitchen to get to it, very steep stairs to bed and you climb out a window to the patio – you need to be agile!

• Martha from Albania – 31 January 2025 (8/10)

• Satou from United States – 9 January 2025 (10/10)

  location is really good with metro and everything near by. Host was nice and helpful, gave us a lot advice for restaurants and place to hang out. They also have off-site experience, but we knew it after we planned our schedule. Would definitely come back next time.
  
  What could be improved: bathroom is a little bit small

• Ivonne from Colombia – 16 December 2024 (10/10)

  El loft de dos pisos tiene lo necesario para tu estancia. Está delicadamente adornado estilo europeo. Hay televisión, nevera, lavadora y pequeños electrodomésticos. La cocina está equipada con lo básico para preparar alimentos.
  En los dos niveles hay calefacción. Hay artículos de aseo. Proporcionan pantuflas.
  La ubicación es ideal. A menos de 10 minutos a pie de la estación de metro Jing'an Temple.
  Jack estuvo atento en todo momento de nuestros requerimientos y fue muy gentil al permitirnos guardar nuestras maletas en otro hotel mientras llegaba la hora de recogerlas para partir.
  
  What could be improved: El baño es pequeño y el lavamanos se encuentra dentro de la ducha. Aunque sabemos que son costumbres de las construcciones Chinas, resulta un poco incómodo aunque no tuvimos dificultad con ello.
  Seria ideal que dejaran botellas de agua, té y café como cortesía.

• Maja from Austria – 23 September 2024 (10/10)

  Der Standort ist perfekt sehr zentral und leicht überall hinzukommen dank Ubahn nähe

• Diana from Latvia – 27 June 2024 (8/10)

  Location and the overall planning of the loft is good.
  
  What could be improved: During the rain the roof in the bathroom was leaking

• Etienne from France – 8 May 2024 (8/10)

  Très bonne localisation en plein centre de Shanghai. A 10 min de Jingan temple station. L’appartement dispose d’une petite terrasse très agréable.
  
  What could be improved: La salle de bain est un peu petite.

• Sergionavas12 from Colombia – 4 May 2024 (10/10)

• Zeqir from Kosovo – 16 April 2024 (10/10)

  Location was in a nice place and you could enjoy a little more genuinity about Shanghai!
  
  What could be improved: Mattresses were a little uncomfortable (I like softer beds)!

• Rui from United States – 22 February 2024 (9/10)

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