On the weekend, I wanted to find a place not far from the city center to relax. After comparing several hotels, I finally chose Grand Skylight Hotel Shanghai Songjiang. I thought it was just an ordinary business stay, but unexpectedly, staying for two days became my most relaxing short trip recently.
It only takes about 20 minutes to drive from the city center, near the Hongqiao hub. After getting off the expressway and taking a few turns, you can see the hotel building. The security guard at the entrance waved his hand and guided me to the parking spot from a distance. Upon learning that I was a resident, he directly guided me to the charging station in the free parking lot. He also reminded me that the number of charging stations was limited and that I should park my car before checking in. This thoughtful gesture instantly relieved the fatigue of driving all the way.
When checking in, Vincent at the front desk heard that I was on vacation and took the initiative to upgrade me to a higher floor landscape room. He even handed me a handwritten note, which marked the off peak sightseeing route of the nearby Happy Valley and the niche entrance for hiking in Sheshan. He even circled the nearby local restaurants that didn't step on the thunder. As soon as I pushed open the door, I felt like it was worth the ticket price. The newly renovated room, which was just completed in 2024, was clean and spacious, without the old-fashioned feeling of an old hotel. The view from the window was just enough to see the outline of the G60 Science and Technology Innovation Cloud Corridor's lights. The evening breeze blew in from the window, and the city lights in the distance slowly lit up, making me feel relaxed all of a sudden.
What surprised me the most was the hotel's leisure facilities. When I returned from Happy Valley in the afternoon, I went straight to the hotel's indoor heated swimming pool. The water quality was clean and there were not many people. After swimming around, I went to the nearby Exert fitness center to exercise for a while. The equipment was all new, so I didn't have to compete for a spot like city gyms. I didn't want to go out at night, so I went to KTV to sing for two hours. The sound insulation was much better than expected. When I got tired of playing, I went back to my room. The room attendant had already turned on the night light and placed a small bottle of free mineral water at the bedside. The details were all perfect.
The catering experience also exceeded expectations. The next morning, we went to eat buffet breakfast, and the Chinese and Western style meals were full. From the freshly cooked Congee to the western style bread and coffee, even the local Xiaolongbao was authentic. At noon, I went to the Juhuiyuan Chinese Restaurant downstairs to taste Cantonese cuisine. The ingredients were fresh and authentic, and I didn't have to go to the city to find a restaurant to get a satisfying taste.
After staying for two days, whether you need to borrow a power bank temporarily or want to inquire about travel routes in nearby Qibao Ancient Town, the front desk staff can respond promptly. Before leaving, I accidentally left my bracelet in the banquet hall. After checking out, I realized that I was giving it a try and called the front desk. That afternoon, I received a package from the hotel that didn't even cover the shipping cost.
I originally just wanted to find a place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, but I didn't expect to have a much better than expected experience at Grand Skylight Hotel Shanghai Songjiang. It doesn't have excessive marketing gimmicks like internet celebrities, but it strikes a perfect balance between business and vacation. Whether it's visiting nearby attractions or traveling for work, this place is a choice that makes people want to stay again and again. Next time I come hiking with friends in Sheshan, I will definitely book here directly.Show more