Hi Inn (Shanghai Jing'an Temple)

Conveniently located, with a vibrant street offering plenty of dining and entertainment options just around the corner.

The absence of an elevator was quite unexpected, meaning we had to use the stairs constantly. Although the room matched the photos perfectly, the sound insulation was awful. Around 3-4 AM, I was disturbed by street noise from one side and other guests playing videos loudly from the other. I barely slept a wink the entire night. The door was another oddity; light streamed in through the gap, which is truly a first for me.

The hotel has no elevator, and the room amenities are basic. The main issue, however, was cockroaches. In the middle of the night, I turned on the light to find one crawling on the nightstand. However, the service was decent. A security guard initially tried to catch it with a mop for a while but couldn't. I also noticed a lot of cobwebs and dust in the room's crevices. Eventually, I couldn't sleep, so they moved me to another room and even compensated me with breakfast the next morning. It's understandable that bugs appear in Shanghai during May and June, especially given the price point. However, I hope they will improve their pest control and cleanliness efforts in the future.

Arrived back in Shanghai on a late-night flight and didn't want to bother going all the way home, so I booked this place on a whim right after getting off the subway. The room was tiny and had a very noticeable musty smell. The day after checking in, I woke up with a sore throat.

Considering the price for its location and the cleanliness, the facilities and overall ambiance were just average. It's an acceptable place for a stay.