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Review of The St. Regis Changsha Hotel: Excellent service and a luxurious experience
I recently stayed at The St. Regis Changsha and have to say that its service is top-notch. It perfectly embodies the service quality and emotional value of a high-end hotel and is definitely worth a stay! Below, I'll share my check-in experience in detail.
🌟Personal Subjective Rating
1. Hotel Environment: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
The St. Regis Changsha is located in Yunda Central Plaza in the Yuhua District of Changsha. It is connected to shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as a Hema Fresh supermarket. On the B1 floor, there is also the super-popular Sexy Tea, which can satisfy your taste buds at any time. The hotel's layout is also very reasonable. The arrival hall is on the first floor, the grand hotel lobby is on the 48th floor, and there is also the Social all-day dining restaurant and the Drawing Room. On the 5th floor, you can relax with a foot massage, and on the 6th floor, there is a Japanese restaurant to meet different needs.
2. Room Facilities: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
The hotel opened in 2017 and has an overall classic and elegant style. I booked the St. Regis Suite this time and was lucky enough to be upgraded to the Caroline Astor Suite. They even prepared a heartwarming anniversary setup, which was a pleasant surprise! The square bathtub in the room has an excellent view, allowing you to enjoy the city scenery while taking a bath. The hotel also keeps up with the trend of smart homes. The iPad on the bedside table can easily control the curtains, air conditioning, lighting, and other equipment in the room. The main bathroom is equipped with a smart toilet, which is great to use. The fresh flowers in the room add a warm and romantic atmosphere to the entire space, making you feel happy just by looking at them.
3. Transportation Convenience: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
The hotel is in an excellent location, right above Yunda Central Plaza and subway Line 2. You can take Line 2 directly to popular tourist attractions such as Wanjiali Square, May First Square, and Orange Isle. On the B1 floor of the mall, there are also special delicacies such as Sexy Tea, Guoyaya, and Liu Longzi Stewed Noodles. The hotel is only 400m from Benluobu Liuyang Restaurant (Daqiao Branch), and you can enjoy authentic Hunan cuisine with a 5-minute walk. It is 5 km from Changsha South Railway Station, a 20-minute drive, or 2 subway stops, making it very convenient to get around.
4. Parking Friendliness: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
There are a few exclusive parking spaces in front of the hotel on the ground, making parking convenient. There are also plenty of underground parking spaces. Although they are not exclusively for the hotel, you can take Elevator Hall 5 to the 1st floor and transfer to a dedicated elevator to reach the lobby directly, which is also very convenient.
5. Breakfast Quality: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Breakfast is served at the Xiu restaurant from 06:30 to 10:30. As soon as you enter, the staff will warmly seat you and thoughtfully make coffee. The coffee art is super cute. The breakfast cooking station offers delicious noodles, as well as Changsha's special lard mixed noodles. You can also order Eggs Benedict. Although the variety is not extensive, each dish is of high quality.
6. Gym: 🌟🌟🌟
The fitness center and swimming pool are located on the 63rd floor, but the gym is not very large. There are 4 treadmills, 1 elliptical machine, 1 exercise bike, and 1 rowing machine for aerobic exercise. The number of strength training equipment is also limited, but it can basically meet daily exercise needs.
🧹Soundproofing/Hygiene: Quiet and comfortable, clean and tidy
The hotel has excellent soundproofing, allowing you to enjoy a quiet rest in your room without outside interference. The hygiene is impeccable. The rooms are spotless, and the public areas are always kept clean and tidy, making you feel at ease.
🏘️Room Type/Layout: Reasonable and comfortable, unique style
Although the suite area is not particularly large, the layout is reasonable and the functional areas are clearly defined. The translucent curtain design is unique, allowing light in while ensuring a certain degree of privacy. Although the dressing table is small, it is exquisitely designed to meet daily needs. The overall retro decoration style is unique and shows an elegant taste.
🛌Amenities/Facilities: Excellent quality, thoughtful and considerate
The hotel's amenities and facilities are of excellent quality. The TV screen is large and clear and supports wireless screen mirroring. The iPad mini on the bedside is easy to operate and can easily manage the room's electronic facilities. The hair dryer is a Dyson co-branded model and is printed with the St. Regis logo, showing its high-end status. The smart toilet and the water pressure and volume of the overhead shower in the shower are very strong. Tissues are thoughtfully placed throughout the room, which is a perfect detail. However, the resistance of the two knobs on the sides of the sink for controlling the water flow is a bit high, making it inconvenient to operate when your hands are soapy. The shower also lacks an area to place personal items.
💗Other Tips: Warm service, unique experience
The hotel staff is warm and attentive. From the moment you step into the hotel, you can feel the meticulous care. The doorman proactively opens the door and takes the luggage, and the staff guides you throughout the process. When you check in, they will deliver your luggage to your room in advance. The 24-hour beverage service offers a variety of teas, coffees, milk, and lemonade, and the fresh milk is of high quality. The bubble bath experience is great, but remember to book in advance during peak hours. The room card can be customized into an embossed version with lettering, which is very memorable.
Overall, the software service at The St. Regis Changsha is definitely top-notch. Although the hardware facilities have minor flaws, they do not affect the overall quality experience. I highly recommend it to everyone!