[2025 Shanghai Stay] Travel Guide for JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Shanghai Pudong (Updated Jan)

🤩 For those, who don't like to set the limits 😋 If you are looking for a place to have lunch or dinner with friends or family, JW Marriott Hotel's Merchant Kitchen restaurant is a nice choice, as it offers tremendous buffet lunches at the price of 298 yuan per person. Here everyone can find something they like to eat. Actually the restaurant provides a nice discount of 30% for Marriott members, even if you don't live in the hotel this day 🤑 Sounds good, right? This hotel is quite new, so is the restaurant. The interior of the restaurant is quite simple and minimalistic, in green tonnes💚💚💚, and with huge CLEAN windows. There is enough space between the counters with food, which might be great during weekends and holidays, when there are more ppl in to enjoy some great food. 🥗 The dishes variety is not that huge, but everything they have is a quality food. Seafood is fresh, steak is good. They have yummy king crab as well and a variety of sushi. 🍰🍩🍨 Also I need to mention the deserts section. I aimed to try everything there, but unfortunately that was over my limits 😆 Deserts are quite good with no Chinese style plain cakes. Brownies, chocolate and strawberry cakes, tarts, cheese cakes and everything you can imagine. The ice cream was good too, creamy and with a lot of adds-on. 🙌 So if looking for some nice options in Pudong, welcome! #shanghai #foodie #urbanexplorer

🧹Soundproofing/cleanliness: The room was clean and tidy, and the public areas were regularly cleaned and maintained, creating a comfortable and tidy environment for guests. 🏘️Room type/layout: I used a suite voucher to upgrade to an executive suite five days in advance. The room number was 2828. Although it wasn't on the top floor, the layout was reasonable. The guest bathroom was at the entrance and was equipped with a bidet. The living room was decorated in advance, which was a pleasant surprise. The cloakroom connected the entrance and bathroom and had a large dressing table, similar to the Ritz-Carlton in Guangzhou. The bedroom TV could be cast to, and the bedside was equipped with a Bose speaker. The bathroom was decorated with marble, which looked high-end. However, the executive suite bathroom had some shortcomings. It didn't have double sinks, and there was a large height difference between the sink and the washstand. Overall, the room layout made excellent use of space and functional zoning, meeting the diverse needs of guests and providing a comfortable and convenient living space. Some of the details also added to the quality and comfort of the stay. 🛌Supplies/facilities: The hotel had a wide range of high-quality supplies and facilities. The Dyson air purifier was quiet, and the bedroom was equipped with a large-capacity massage bathtub. Although the toiletries were from an uncommon brand, they were of good quality. The executive lounge and Track Restaurant were on lower floors, so they didn't have a good view. However, the food and beverage offerings in the lounge were a highlight. The happy hour dishes at 5:30 pm were excellent, the cocktails were delicious, and the breakfast was among the best in the Marriott group, comparable to the W Macau. The hotel also had a gym, which was quiet in the evening and had complete equipment. I didn't try the swimming pool, but it was said to be crowded on weekends. In addition, the hotel service was attentive. The robot delivered medical supplies, the Disney shuttle service was professional, and the hotel was able to contact me and deal with the situation promptly after I lost my documents. These all reflected the hotel's advantages in service and facilities, improving the guest experience in all aspects. 💰Average cost: Around 200 per person, very cost-effective 💗Other tips: The hotel location was average. It took nearly an hour to get to Tangqiao Station from Pudong Airport by subway, and then a 15-minute walk to the lobby. As it was more of a business hotel, most guests took taxis. The hotel service was top-notch. Whether it was dealing with unexpected situations during the stay or the Disney shuttle service, the hotel showed a professional and attentive service attitude, greatly improving guest satisfaction. For guests who value hotel hardware facilities, food quality, and service level, the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Shanghai Pudong is a good choice. Although there were some minor shortcomings, the overall advantages were obvious. I would rate it 9/10. It is highly recommended among Marriott hotels in Shanghai, especially for business travelers and high-end tourists.

✨Shanghai Lujiazui JW Marriott Marquis Hotel: A Luxurious Landmark in the City✨ 🌟Hotel Background🌟 As the first JW Marriott Marquis Hotel in China, Shanghai Lujiazui JW Marriott Marquis Hotel has been in the spotlight since its opening. This landmark building, designed by the same architect as the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, not only adds a beautiful view to the skyline of downtown Shanghai, but also becomes an ideal choice for many travelers with its excellent design and luxurious accommodation experience. 📍Location📍 The hotel is located at 988 Puming Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, with a prime location and convenient transportation. Whether you are going to major business districts, tourist attractions, or shopping centers in Shanghai, you can easily reach them. The rich bus and subway lines around the hotel make your travel more convenient and worry-free. 🛏️Experience🛏️ When you step into the Shanghai Lujiazui JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, you will be deeply attracted by its luxurious and warm atmosphere. The hotel has 514 rooms and suites, each with a modern and elegant design. The room design is ingenious, allowing you to enjoy the city or river view while enjoying a comfortable stay. The hotel's facilities are impeccable. From the spacious and bright gym, heated swimming pool, to the well-equipped meeting rooms and banquet halls, whether you are on a business trip or a leisure vacation, you can meet your various needs. Especially the hotel's four distinctive restaurants, offering gourmet dishes from around the world, let your taste buds enjoy a luxurious journey. 🏙️Surroundings🏙️ There are many attractions around the Shanghai Lujiazui JW Marriott Marquis Hotel that are worth visiting. You can go to the Oriental Pearl Tower and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Shanghai from different perspectives on 15 observation decks; or take a walk along the Huangpu River and feel the prosperity and tranquility of the city. In addition, popular attractions such as the Mercedes-Benz Arena, Shanghai Museum, and Yuyuan Garden are also within easy reach, allowing you to fully explore the charm of Shanghai. 💡Tips💡 1. Book in advance: Shanghai Lujiazui JW Marriott Marquis Hotel is very popular, so it is recommended to book in advance to ensure availability. 2. Enjoy the river view: If possible, choose a river view room to make your stay more memorable. 3. Explore the surroundings: Take advantage of the hotel's convenient location to explore various attractions and delicacies in Shanghai. 4. Use the facilities: The hotel's gym, swimming pool, and other facilities are very complete, so feel free to enjoy them in your spare time. In short, Shanghai Lujiazui JW Marriott Marquis Hotel is a city landmark that combines luxury, comfort, and convenience. Whether you are on a business trip or a leisure vacation, it can provide you with a perfect accommodation experience. Come and experience it!🌈🏨💖

🧹Soundproofing/Cleanliness: The soundproofing is good overall, and the cleanliness is satisfactory. Although I asked the hotel to clean the room again when I checked in, this was because I have high requirements for the living environment. Overall, the hotel did well in this regard. 🏘️Room type/Layout: I chose to use my Marriott annual room voucher at JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Shanghai Pudong. When I checked in, there were many people in the lobby, so I went to the Executive Lounge on the 2nd floor. I was arranged to stay in a river view room on the 31st floor, which was in the middle of the floor and had a great view. The room layout is reasonable, and you can enjoy the view of Puxi, Shanghai from a unique angle. The river view is also beautiful. 🛌Supplies/Facilities: The hotel facilities have some signs of use, and there are many scratches, but this also reflects its high occupancy rate. However, the bathroom facilities are commendable. The water comes out quickly, and there is plenty of hot water. It is very comfortable to take a bath in the cold winter. 💰Per capita consumption: About 200 per person, very cost-effective 💗Other tips: When I came to the hotel, I chose to take the ferry from Dongjiadu Ferry Terminal to Tangqiao and then walk to the hotel. I looked at the hotel from the ferry, which was very interesting. I failed to use the room upgrade voucher, but it was expected. There was a small episode when I checked in. The hotel offered to compensate me with a buffet voucher, which I exchanged for a large portion of fruit and a New Year doll according to my needs. The lounge is on the 2nd floor. The afternoon tea is exquisite, and the happy hour is rich, but sometimes you have to wait in line because there are many people. Considering the high occupancy rate of the hotel on New Year's Eve, I voluntarily gave up late check-out so that the hotel had enough time to prepare rooms for new guests. I completed my Marriott hotel membership renewal journey with 108 room nights in 2024. I may stay at the hotel frequently in 2025, and whether I record each experience depends on my mood. Finally, I wish you all a happy New Year in 2025, good luck, good health, a smooth work, and a happy family.

Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre Hotel Experience Basic Information - Price: CNY 1,550 - Renovation time: 2019 - Location: Located opposite Dongjiadu, facing the Huangpu River, with a riverside trail downstairs, perfect for a night walk, but a bit far from the subway station. Hotel Experience 🧹Soundproofing/Cleanliness Not mentioned in the article, but overall cleanliness is good, with no negative comments. 🏘️Room Type/Layout Called a week in advance for a birthday, and although the response was not enthusiastic, I was able to stay in a Lujiazui view corner room. The room is a bit cramped due to the number of cabinets, and the bed is close to the TV wall. However, the round view bathtub in the corner room is excellent and spacious. For my birthday, the room was decorated with balloons and I was given a delicious chocolate mousse cake and a fruit plate. 🛌Supplies/Facilities The public area has a good depth at the entrance, and the lobby is impressive, but not large, and the space is a bit fragmented due to the dessert house. The executive lounge is located on the 2nd floor and is decorated in a business style, but the view is not good. The pool is beautiful and should be great for photos in the afternoon; the gym is open 24 hours and has a wide variety of facilities, although it is relatively small for the size of the hotel, but still sufficient. Dining The lounge has separate areas for afternoon tea and happy hour. The afternoon tea is up to standard, and the happy hour is a good experience, very popular with my companions, and the evening bartender is to be commended. Breakfast is served in the lounge, and although small, it is exquisite, with freshly squeezed avocado juice and curry beef noodles, which are a must-try, with plenty of beef. Service The hotel is well staffed and the doorman is positive on subsequent visits. The lounge service is enthusiastic, but there is no one to open the door, guide or help with luggage at check-in, which gives a bad first impression, and other staff are a bit distant. 💰Per Capita Consumption The price for this stay is CNY 1,550 💗Other Tips Overall, the hotel performs well in many aspects, living up to its name as one of the only four in the world. Although it didn't bring too many surprises, it is a great value for money in Shanghai and worth a visit. Overall, the location is 9.0, public area/facilities 9.0, room 8.5, service 7.5, dining 9.0, objective 9.0, subjective 8.5.

🧹Soundproofing/cleanliness: No obvious problems, overall a clean and comfortable feeling, laying the foundation for a pleasant stay. 🏘️Room type/layout: Spacious rooms with excellent lighting, minimalist yet luxurious design. Soft bedding, very comfortable. Especially the north-facing rooms, with stunning river views. 🛌Supplies/facilities: The hotel has complete and high-quality facilities. The pool has an infinity effect, clear water, pleasant temperature, no odor, and unique seating by the water; the gym is fully equipped with cardio and strength equipment to meet the needs of different guests. In addition, the executive lounge is beautifully decorated, spacious, with a sofa area and dining area, and an elegant environment. The lounge uses TWG tea bags, of high quality. 💰Average cost: Overall experience matches the price with the service and experience provided. 💗Other tips: The hotel is located on Puming Road, opposite Dongjiadu, but the surrounding area is under construction. It is a 15-minute walk to the subway station. The hotel service is first-class, with friendly and helpful front desk and concierge staff, and efficient check-in and check-out procedures. Hotel staff are responsive, professional, and attentive. The executive lounge offers a rich selection of afternoon tea and happy hour food, including desserts, savory snacks, fruits, and drinks. However, during peak periods, the lounge has limited capacity, and there is often a queue for seats on weekends or holidays. The hotel breakfast is rich and varied, with a wide range of Chinese and Western cuisine, including noodle stalls, handmade wontons, Cantonese dim sum, freshly squeezed juice, etc., but the baking stall's heat and taste need improvement. Overall, this hotel excels in many aspects, with outstanding design, complete facilities, and high-quality service, ranking among the top luxury hotels in Shanghai, providing guests with a high-quality stay.

College students bravely venture into the luxurious Shanghai JW Marriott Marquis Hotel 🌟Location: 4.8! Located in the Lujiazui Financial District of Pudong, close to the Huangpu River, with a panoramic view of the Bund! 🛋️Facilities: 4.8! The JW Marriott Marquis is one of only three in the world and the only one in China. The Christmas tree exterior is eye-catching, the room facilities are complete, and the design is full of style! 🛌Check-in experience: 4.7! Comfortable bedding, comfortable bathrobes, good soundproofing, and high cost performance among luxury hotels on the Bund! 👩‍💼Service attitude: 5! The staff is enthusiastic and attentive, and the meticulous service makes you feel at home! 🍽️Dining: 4.5! The executive lounge dining is average, not as good as expected! Disadvantages: There are many people, and you need to queue up to check in and dine in the lounge! Overall 4.8! If you want to choose a hotel with a good overall experience and high cost performance on the Bund, the JW Marriott Marquis is a good choice!

Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre: Surprises and regrets I had a time with highlights but also some small flaws at the Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre. Stunning sunset The sunset view from the hotel is simply stunning! If you can arrive at the hotel early, you can wait for the sunset on the banks of the Huangpu River with your loved one. You can check in smoothly after 2 pm without waiting, which is very considerate. The sunset view from the room is amazing, and I think the view alone is worth more than a thousand yuan. Girls must bring a camera to capture this wonderful moment. Welcome gift I have always been particularly concerned about the welcome gifts given by the hotel. They are not expensive, but they look good in photos and have a special feeling. The cake given by the hotel also tastes quite good. As for the room decoration, the hotel informed me that it was fully booked, but the simple decoration also has a special flavor. Room facilities The round bathtub in the room is super large, and you can walk around it, which is a unique design. However, this also leads to a smaller space in the other bathroom, which is not very convenient to use and not spacious enough. Other aspects of the room are good, and the turndown service will hang the bathrobe neatly in the bathroom. The staff will put two bottles of water on the bedside table, and it would be better if they could put two more bottles. The hotel also thoughtfully provides an extra towel than other hotels. Dining experience The breakfast and the food provided in the lounge are rich in variety, and the fruits are also very fresh. There are many attendants on site, and they will take the initiative to help make coffee or pour a glass of lemon Sprite. You can also mix some simple and beautiful wine in the evening. Overall, the Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre has unforgettable highlights, but there are also some areas that need improvement.

Shanghai JW Marriott Marquis Hotel: Great value experience 1. Room arrangement Although it was difficult to upgrade to a suite, I gave up. However, the basic room was successfully upgraded to an executive river view room, and the hotel provided a late check-out until 4 pm, which undoubtedly added more convenience and comfort to the stay. 2. Location The hotel is relatively inconveniently located, about 1 km from the nearest Tangqiao subway station, but it is much more convenient to take a taxi or drive. 3. Thoughtful service The hotel's service was excellent overall. There was an email communication and coordination before check-in, and when I arrived, there was a service staff at the door who enthusiastically opened the car door and helped with the luggage. The staff at the front desk were friendly and helpful. There was also a thoughtful turndown service at night, which made me feel very warm. 4. Room features The room I stayed in was on the 39th floor, with a great river view and a view of the top of the Oriental Pearl Tower. The room layout was neat and reasonable, in line with the needs and style of business travel. The bedding was of high quality and had a pleasant fragrance. The bathtub was placed in the center of the room, providing a romantic bathing environment for couples. The hairdryer was Dyson, which showed quality. The room was 46 square meters in size, which was perfect for taking photos while enjoying the river view. 5. Dining experience The executive lounge offers breakfast, afternoon tea, and happy hour. Although the platinum card can only be used for breakfast in the lounge and not in the breakfast room, the afternoon tea in the lounge is of excellent quality, with hot scones (which are rare) and a wide variety of desserts. The happy hour dishes are simple, but the beef tacos and roast chicken are delicious, and the roast chicken is especially popular and memorable. Breakfast is served in the lounge, and although the selection is relatively limited, there is a dedicated area for egg dishes (such as eggs benedict) and noodles and dumplings, which are enough to satisfy your hunger. 6. Fitness facilities Unfortunately, the pool was closed for maintenance, which was a bit of a disappointment. However, the gym was well-equipped, and you could enjoy the river view while working out, which added a lot of fun to the fitness time. 7. Overall rating Overall, I give it a 4.5-star rating, with 0.3 stars deducted for the less-than-ideal location and 0.2 stars for the pool being closed and not being able to eat in the breakfast room downstairs. But considering the price of only RMB 140, the experience was far beyond expectations, and it is unlikely that such a good price will be available in the future. It was indeed an unforgettable and cost-effective hotel stay.

I celebrated my birthday at the Shanghai Marriott Marquis City Centre last year. The birthday ceremony arranged by the restaurant was a pleasant surprise, so I chose it again this year. The restaurant specializes in Cantonese cuisine, and we came back for the second time because the food was delicious. The pan-fried cod with black pepper sauce is served individually, and the portion is generous. The tender cod is loved by both my child and me, with a slightly crispy skin and a great taste. The stir-fried yam and shrimp with truffle sauce was a first-time order, and it turned out that not only the shrimp was delicious, but the yam was also particularly tasty, with a slightly pan-fried surface. The shrimp is peeled, and the plate is clean. The chicken with black bean sauce and fresh abalone is a dish where I eat the abalone and Lulu eats the chicken. The black bean sauce is a flavor we both like, and it's worth recommending. We always order beef, and this time we had the stir-fried snowflake beef cubes with chicken mushrooms and black garlic. The snowflake beef cubes are just the right amount of fat and lean, with beef juice in every bite. This year, the restaurant prepared a birthday surprise for me with birthday noodles, a "Happy Birthday" carved from carrots, and a heart-shaped fried egg. The dessert was a cute birthday peach, and inside was mango pomelo sago. This birthday dinner was also very enjoyable, perfect!

🏨Try one of the few JW Marriott Marquis hotels in the world in Shanghai 📍Location: On Puming Road, opposite Dongjiadu River. The location is a bit awkward, with road construction nearby. The subway station is a 15-minute walk away. 🛏Room: ⭐⭐⭐⭐💫 The rooms are spacious and bright, with a simple yet luxurious design. The bedding is soft and comfortable, and the rooms on the north side offer beautiful river views🌉. 🍽Dining: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The breakfast offers a wide variety of options, including Chinese and Western dishes, such as regular noodle stalls🍜, special hand-wrapped wontons🥟, Cantonese dim sum🥐, and freshly squeezed juices🥤. However, the baking section's taste and doneness are average😕. The executive lounge is nicely decorated👍, with a large space divided into a sofa area🛋️ and a dining area🍽️, creating an elegant and comfortable environment🤩. The lounge offers a wide variety of food during afternoon tea and happy hour😃, including desserts🍰, savory snacks🥪, fruits🍇, and drinks🍷. The tea bags are TWG, ensuring high quality. Additionally, the lounge staff is friendly and attentive, providing timely service and replenishing food and drinks. However, the executive lounge may not have enough capacity during peak times😅, and there are often no seats available on weekends or holidays, requiring guests to wait in line⌛ 💁‍♂Service: ⭐⭐⭐⭐💫 The overall service level is high👏, with friendly and enthusiastic front desk and concierge staff😊. Check-in and check-out procedures are quick💨. Hotel staff responds promptly to guests' needs, providing professional and attentive service. 🔌Facilities: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The pool has a partially infinity effect, with clear water💧 and a comfortable temperature🤗. There is no detergent smell, and the poolside seating is unique. The gym is well-equipped, with both cardio and strength equipment, meeting guests' different workout needs👍. 💰Overall: ⭐⭐⭐⭐💫 As a luxury hotel, it excels in many aspects, such as outstanding design, comprehensive facilities, and high-quality service. I believe it ranks among the top in Shanghai👍, providing guests with a high-quality stay experience.

《Shanghai Marriott Marquis Hotel Experience》 1. Overall Impression and View The Shanghai Marriott Marquis Hotel is really nice, with a great environment and an excellent view. I didn't encounter the legendary canteen where you have to queue, but on Saturday afternoon, I did find the lounge with no seats. It was Saturday, and the lounge had already opened two areas, yet there were no empty seats, indicating that there were quite a few people at that time. 2. Pool Experience The hotel's pool is great, just like everyone says, it's like a big acrylic box, and there weren't many people swimming in it at the time. I also saw two families with kids swimming, and there was a handsome foreign guy. The kids were asking their parents in a cute voice if they could stay there and not go home, which was quite amusing, and it shows that the pool is quite popular. 3. Different Room Types Experience This hotel is probably called the Pudong Marriott Marquis. Its location is not as good as the Shangri-La, and its privacy is not as good as the Mandarin Oriental. On the first day of check-in, I was upgraded to a river view room. The sunset that afternoon was a flowing golden orange, and the surroundings were silent. Just quietly experiencing the flowing light and shadow made me feel particularly calm and happy. But later, when I checked in again, I was assigned to a high floor but not a river view room. The round bathtub was not very practical for me, and the room was very small. 4. Breakfast Situation There were a lot of people at breakfast, and the management was a bit disorganized. The service was not absent, but it was not abundant either. However, the food was quite good, with some local specialties. The freshly wrapped wontons were smooth, the radish pastry was delicious, and the various carbohydrates were all tasty. But the pan-fried buns were a bit greasy. The fruits were particularly sweet and soft, the yogurt was homemade Greek sugar-free yogurt, and the salad bar even had white beans, which were particularly soft and glutinous, and even kale. As expected of trendy Shanghai, the breakfast variety was quite rich and diverse. 5. Lobby Situation There were also a lot of people in the lobby, but the good thing is that everyone seemed to be busy with their own things, with different thoughts, so the atmosphere that makes people feel uncomfortable was not too bad. I stayed there once a few years ago when it first opened, and it seemed like all the girls in the corridor were there for the round bathtub. Overall, the Shanghai Marriott Marquis Hotel has its advantages, such as the environment and pool, but there are also areas for improvement in terms of location, room size, and breakfast management.

There was a 35,000 point voucher that was about to expire, and a friend was coming to Shanghai, so I arranged it for them. There were so many people! I checked in at 3pm, and if you want a high-floor river view corner room with a king bed, you have to wait for at least 30 minutes. It's ridiculous! The executive lounge was even more ridiculous. I went in at 6pm and was told I had to wait for an hour. It's too much!

At the Shanghai Marriott Marquis, enjoy the most beautiful view of the city. Located in Lujiazui, the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Shanghai Pudong offers an unbeatable view of the Huangpu River. The wide view and the sunset shining into the room are warm and intoxicating. The 60-meter-high lobby and the entrance hall are shaped like a Christmas tree, which is very eye-catching. 🚪The room is in the standard Marriott style, with a modern design. The open bathtub is a little surprise, and the light and shadow of the sunset are a perfect match. The other side of the corridor has a view of the Bund and the river, which is better than this side. The bathtub has curtains and electric glass, which can solve privacy problems, but you need to take a few more steps to make it completely opaque when you sleep at night. The service is very good. The turndown service is available every day, with handwritten weather cards and sleep pillows. Check-in and check-out are quick and easy. The relevant benefits are given without hesitation, and the lounge is also very tidy. This is much more professional than in the north. Breakfast is average, and you have to wait for a seat. The special scallion oil noodles are not oily enough, the pan-fried buns have thick dough and little filling, and the tofu pudding has few ingredients. The only special thing is the freshly squeezed orange juice, which you can drink a few more glasses of. The lounge is also on 2F, divided into a dining area and a lounge area. Breakfast, dinner, and afternoon tea are all available. Dinner is available until 8:30 pm, which is very considerate. The breakfast is similar to the other side, but there are fewer people, so you can come here to eat. Dinner is mainly cold dishes, and there are more people at afternoon tea because of the wedding. The pastries are more delicate. The swimming pool facilities are all in the multi-story podium building, which is a through lobby that can be walked to the riverside. The glass curtain wall is like a skirt facing the Huangpu River, which is very beautiful at night. You can walk along the river to see the Bund without being crowded.

There are several JW Marriott hotels in Shanghai, here are some of the main ones: 1. Shanghai Lu Neng JW Marriott Hotel: - Location: Located at No. 988 Puming Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai. It is adjacent to Lujiazui, with a superior geographical location, and you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Huangpu River. - Design style: The hotel has a unique design, the lobby has a unique artistic sense, and it leaves a deep impression. Its unique A-shaped atrium "Butterfly Wing Dance" is elegantly shaped, like a dancing butterfly spreading its wings. - Rooms: There are various types of rooms, the rooms are spacious and comfortable, the decoration is exquisite, equipped with high-quality bedding and modern facilities, providing guests with a good accommodation experience. Some rooms overlook the Huangpu River and have a wide view. - Dining: There are a wide range of dining options. The Lingyu Chinese Restaurant on the third floor of the hotel offers exquisite Chinese dishes, the dishes are authentic and the ingredients are fresh. The all-day buffet restaurant on the second floor, Hangji Kitchen, offers a variety of dishes, including freshly baked small green dragons, Alaskan snow crab legs, bread crabs, salmon and other seafood, as well as lamb chops, steaks and other barbecues, as well as a variety of desserts, red wine, and white wine. - Leisure facilities: There is an indoor constant temperature swimming pool, about 25 meters long, suitable for swimming enthusiasts to relax. In addition, there are facilities such as a fitness center to meet the leisure and fitness needs of guests. 2. Shanghai Tomorrow Square JW Marriott Hotel: - Location: Located at No. 399 West Nanjing Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai (check in on the 38th floor). It is located in the core area of Shanghai, with convenient transportation and rich commercial facilities around. - Features: The hotel has a library certified by the Guinness World Records as the "highest library from the ground". The executive library on the 60th floor of the hotel has more than 2,000 printed books, including Chinese and English classics, architecture, philosophy, history, art and other categories. - Rooms and services: The rooms are elegantly designed and fully equipped. The hotel provides intimate services to meet the different needs of business and leisure travelers.

🌟[Golden Port, Luxury]🌟 Shanghai Pudong New Area, a vibrant place, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel stands here, the Huangpu River and Lujiazui Financial Center are reflected in each other, the art museum and the riverside walkway are close at hand, and the breath of culture and art is coming. SOM Design Company is tailor-made, with a super style, modern living, low-key luxury, and extraordinary hospitality for outstanding elites with superior taste.💼🎨 🛌[Room facilities, everything]🛌 Step into the room, the luxurious Simmons mattress and goose down duvet embrace your every night, 55-inch flat-screen TV, Nespresso coffee machine, JBL or Bose Sound Docks sound, make your business and leisure trip convenient and comfortable. There are also cute animal ornaments in the parent-child room, which is the favorite of children!🛋️🛏️ 🍽️[Food feast, taste buds enjoy]🍽️ All-day restaurant, Chinese restaurant, Western restaurant, tea lounge, bar and rooftop bar, 6 dining places to meet all your imagination. The world cuisine of the Hangji Kitchen, the high-quality steak and seafood of FLINT, the exquisite Cantonese cuisine of the Chinese restaurant, and the beautiful view of the Huangpu River in the rooftop bar, every bite is enjoyment.🍴🍷 🏋️‍♂️[Leisure facilities, relax]🏋️‍♀️ Fitness center, water therapy center, swimming pool, water therapy massage pool and sauna steam room make your journey no longer monotonous. Enjoy a thorough relaxation of body and mind in your spare time.💆‍♀️🏊‍♂️ 🌈[Check-in experience, unforgettable]🌈 The floor-to-ceiling windows of the river view room have a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery of the Huangpu River, and time seems to freeze here. The cute activities in the parent-child room, the happy time in the swimming pool, the fun of making snacks by yourself, every stay is an unforgettable memory.👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🎈 💡[Tips]💡 Although the subway cannot be directly accessible, the road at the entrance of the hotel is wide, the staff guides in time, and it is very convenient to take a taxi. The breakfast is Western-style, and I hope to add Chinese breakfast. The room is large, the sound insulation is great, the bathtub is super large, the bedding is comfortable, but the price is slightly higher. Take-out cannot be delivered upstairs, but the meal cabinet is not far from the guest elevator.🚗🍽️ 🎉[Summary, highly recommended]🎉 Whether it is business travel or leisure vacation, Shanghai JW Marriott Marquis Hotel is your best choice. The advantages of location, room facilities, food experience, and leisure facilities all make people linger. Although there are some minor flaws, the overall flaws do not hide the beauty, and I highly recommend it to everyone who pursues quality!💖🎉

The National Day holiday is over. Guys, spill the beans, how many days did you stay in a hotel during the holiday? Actually, I just want to know where you went to play!!!!! Let me talk about my travel accommodation. It was really a perfect experience. Fans of good-looking hotels, look here!! 🌇Hotel environment: As soon as I walked into the hotel, I was attracted by the elegant and atmospheric environment. The lobby is tall and bright, beautifully decorated, and full of artistic atmosphere🎨. The room is spacious and comfortable, the layout is warm and pleasant, the river view outside the window is picturesque, and it makes people feel particularly happy🌊. 👨‍✈️Service attitude: The hotel's service is impeccable. From the moment I stepped into the door, the staff were enthusiastic and thoughtful, and their faces were always filled with warm smiles😊. Whether it is check-in or consultation, you can get a quick, intimate and meticulous response, which makes people feel like a spring breeze. 🍳Breakfast variety: The breakfast here is extremely rich! There are many kinds of fresh fruits, the color is attractive, it seems to be a feast of fruit🍎🍇; the exquisite pastries are dazzling, every bite is a sweet enjoyment🥐; the steaming porridge is fragrant, warming the stomach and heart; there are also freshly made fried eggs, fragrant noodles, and various Chinese and Western foods, which satisfy our various picky taste needs and make every day start a good start in delicious food🌟. 🌆Surrounding attractions: There are many attractions worth visiting around the hotel. Not far from the Huangpu River, you can enjoy the dazzling and charming night view at night🌃. There are also bustling shopping malls that satisfy our desire to shop🛍️. Come and talk about your hotel stay!

Stayed at the Shanghai Luneng JW Marriott Marquis Hotel on a business trip to Shanghai. After seeing the hotel rooms and tasting the food, I understood why the hotel is so popular! The hotel is in a great location, the closest to the Huangpu River. It's just a few minutes' walk to the riverside promenade, and there are also cycling and running paths nearby. The greenery is very good; The hotel has a forest theme, it's not flashy but it's full of greenery, it feels like living in nature; As soon as you enter the room, you can see the Huangpu River through the glass window, the view is very open, and it makes you feel happy. The room is not small, it should be about 50 square meters, with a desk, sofa, and bathtub to meet the needs of the family. The facilities and equipment in the room are complete, suitable for families or business trips; The hotel also has a special parent-child room floor, that floor is full of dolls that children like, scattered in the corridors and rooms, children will love it as soon as they enter There is also a special floor of quiet healing rooms. When you enter this floor, you enter the green nature, and your mood should calm down quickly. You can also open the custom music in the room, start a healing journey, relax your body and mind in the music, empty yourself, and purify your tired soul. You can also sit in front of the window at night and watch the brightly lit boats on the Huangpu River; The hotel's breakfast is really great, my favorite is the freshly wrapped wonton, scallion oil noodles, pan-fried buns, etc., and a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice, full of vitamins; lunch at Ling, experience Miss Ling's Shanghai cuisine; dinner can be a western meal with friends, full of ceremony; This hotel really thinks of everything we want, providing different choices for guests, you can heal, relax, or travel with children, you can find the most suitable way, the thoughtful service will definitely make every guest who is busy working or with children feel comfortable and cozy!

The Lujiazui JW Marriott Marquis, which is extremely popular on weekends in Shanghai, opened in 2019. It is located in Tangqiao, and corner rooms offer views of the 'Three-Piece Set'. The design is by the American firm SOM, which is also responsible for the design of the Burj Khalifa. The hotel's interplay of light and shadow and its wavy curves are also very beautiful from the outside. By the Huangpu River, there is an art museum downstairs, and you can also go jogging along the riverside, blending well with the regional characteristics. Throughout the hotel, there are some hanging paintings and photos with themes of old buildings and old maps, leaving many traces of Shanghai.

There are only three JW Marriott Marquis in the world, and the other two are in Doha and Dubai. Personal subjective rating: Hotel environment: It is worthy of being one of the best hotels in Pudong New Area. The environment is nothing to say. I booked an ordinary big bed and upgraded to a river view room. When entering the room, the curtains slowly opened, and the high-rise buildings on the other side of the river came into view. Walking a few steps forward, you can see the wide river surface and the transport ships and small cruise ships on the river. People who see it are in a good mood. The scenery at sunset and at night is even more beautiful. 2 Room facilities: As a nearly new hotel in 19 years, the facilities are well maintained. The room floor + carpet, the overall style is simple and qualified. Convenient transportation: There are no subway or bus stations nearby, which is suitable for self-driving or taking a taxi, but it is quiet. After all, it is by the Huangpu River, so just look at the scenery. Parking friendliness: The hotel entrance is a U-shaped bend, but it is wide. The doorman will also let guests swipe their cards 24 hours a day, and there are employees from 6:00 to 23:00. The equipment is quite complete, including both equipment and strength equipment, which is qualified Chinese restaurant The hall can accommodate up to 4 people, and more people eat in the private room. Eating Cantonese food in Shanghai, hahahaha, my evaluation is that the food is not as good as the restaurants in Shenzhen and Guangzhou, and the bigger one is full No corkage fee, but I spent hundreds of dollars to buy a bottle of red wine The design of the hotel is very beautiful. You can see that the design of this hotel is still unique from taking pictures in the sky corridor. The river view room is very beautiful, and the scenery is invincible when the lights are turned off at night The hotel called one day in advance to inquire about preferences and arrival time. The overall service level of the front desk, lounge, gym, and Chinese restaurant is worthy of the hotel's charging standards. Usually, there should be more business travelers, and there is no great competitiveness for vacation or family travel. Timely guidance, good reviews, and convenient parking. Lounge Breakfast is delicious The lounge afternoon tea and happy hour are average, and I didn't leave a deep impression Breakfast has regular noodles and special hand-wrapped wontons, and the rest is average Average, the highlight is that you can squeeze orange juice yourself, haha

One-liner: The only JW Marriott in China, a model of excellence for business hotels. Room | In Room Reserved room type: City View Room (37K points) Room type upon check-in: River View Room There was no welcome email before check-in, but a call came two days prior to inquire about the check-in time and related needs. During the call, they mentioned the possibility of an upgrade to a high-floor river view room, which of course I needed, haha. The room has a standard business style, with a square layout. The welcome gift was already set up, with fresh fruit that tasted good. Additionally, the latex pillow I requested earlier was also placed on the bed in advance. The bedroom area and the wash area have a sliding door between them, which can be used to divide the space. When fully opened, it makes the room appear more spacious. The room's viewing glass is tilted inward, which reduces the impact of rain streaks on the view, making the room's scenery very clear. Watching the cargo ships slowly pass by in front of the window is also very pleasant, and in the evening, not all the lights on the opposite side are turned off, allowing for a nice view. The wash area features double sinks, and the amenities provided are quite ample. The shower area is very spacious, twice the size of a similar room type at the Bund W. The bathtub is the right size, but there is no smart toilet. Dining | Dining JW Marriott has an executive lounge on the 2nd floor, where you can check in and enjoy breakfast, afternoon tea, HH. I just happened to catch the afternoon tea time,

Shanghai JW Marriott Hotel Marquis The service spirit is serious and down-to-earth. There are still many people in the lobby at this time, but the front desk is very efficient and does not neglect the guests. After arranging for me to sit down, the check-in only took 5 minutes, even when I was using a foreign passport (which required photocopying and photographing). 🌉They upgraded me from a 'beggar room' to a river view corner room very promptly. Lounge- The lounge is on the second floor. It seems that the hotel forgot to grant me access to the lounge, but they quickly made up for it. There are quite a few people in the lounge during this time, but the service attitude and smile of the lounge waitress Sandra really made me feel very comfortable. Gym- The gym is a bit small, you could say it's only half the size of the JW in Changsha. The equipment is placed very densely. Highlight- The service spirit of some hotel staff is really commendable. Front desk staff Yoyo responded instantly to the requests I made on the app despite being so busy. They quickly found and handed over the express delivery I left behind at checkout to the courier. Although it is a business hotel, the earnest and down-to-earth service attitude of certain hotel staff is indeed a pleasant surprise.

Location is at Tangqiao, corner rooms have a view of the 'three-piece set', and the design is by the American firm SOM, which is also responsible for the design of the Burj Khalifa. The hotel's play on light and shadow and its wavy curves are also very beautiful from the outside. However, it is not recommended for tourists to stay as it is not close to any subway station (located between Shangcheng Road, Tangqiao, and Pudong Avenue stations). Highlights: On the banks of the Huangpu River in Pudong, strong in family-friendly features 🏡Environment: On the banks of the Huangpu River, with an art gallery right downstairs, and the option to go for a run along the riverside, blending well with the regional characteristics. Throughout the hotel, there are various paintings and photos with themes of old buildings and old maps, many traces of Shanghai 🛎Service: From other people's photos, there are family floors and little chef cooking activities, very comprehensive in terms of family services The hotel is packed over the weekend, with the front desk and concierge working at full capacity, probably full of Titanium Elite members spending the weekend (the lounge is so full they even opened up a meeting room), but so far it seems to be handled well 🛏City View Room, the basic room is 46 square meters, quite spacious, with a full-length mirror hidden in the sliding door, cups by narumi, and speaking of which, the mini-fridge is stocked with alain milliat juices, good selection 👍🏻 🛁 The bathtub is in the middle, amenities are large bottles of JW Marriott's eco-friendly products, but the lotion pump is really bad, hard to control and easy to make a mess on the counter The bathroom has an intelligent toilet seat cover, but unlike others that open automatically upon entry, here you have to open it yourself, which is a bit of a hassle 🏻‍♀The swimming pool is on the 5th floor, open from 6 am to 11 pm, which is a very long time, adding to its charm ++ 🍽HH: Lounge access is by card swipe, too many people over the weekend, they even opened another meeting room, high-quality desserts for afternoon tea, scones and pineapple pie are worth a try, both meat and vegetarian dishes provided during HH are good, soup is tasty, and you can order drinks in the evening, so the lounge is basically full all day 🥢Had breakfast in the lounge, cutlery by wmf, beef noodles The custard cake with youtiao is good, but it doesn't have the red fermented tofu I like (only white), the oatmeal porridge is a bit sweet, without crispy apple shreds Freshly squeezed juice with avocado--I don't recall having this at other places, overall the breakfast is very good~~ The Chinese noodle section is particularly comprehensive 💡You can trust the dining quality, the gym is open for long hours, a good choice for a staycation 🌈 🌈 🌈 🏨Shanghai LuNeng JW Marriott Marquis Hotel 📍Address: No. 988 Puming Road, Pudong New District, Shanghai 🚇Transportation: It is recommended to take a taxi All the above information is based on the experience at the time of stay

I've always believed that raising a daughter in wealth isn't just about material satisfaction, but also about spiritual richness, offering more companionship and guidance in emotional value. During the rapid cognitive development stage at the age of 3, besides taking them on as many trips as possible to see the world, I also take them to check in at various exhibitions in the city on weekends. Last weekend, we went to the Pudong Art Museum, which currently has an exhibition of Caravaggio. Apart from the exhibition, the entire Pudong Art Museum is also incredibly photogenic! 📷Here are a few classic photo spots for checking in: 🔘B1-Xu Bing: Gravity Theater Right upon entering the museum, you can see 1600 metal block characters standing on a mirrored surface, forming a giant vortex of text. It's quite impressive, and taking photos on the mirrored surface feels grand; 🔘2F-Floor-to-ceiling window The floor-to-ceiling window next to the restroom can capture a frame with the Oriental Pearl Tower; 🔘3F-Mirror Hall One side is a panoramic floor-to-ceiling window with a view of the Bund and the river, and the other is a mirror. The scenery feels the same yet different, and it's very perspective-enhancing for photos; 🔘4F-Viewing Terrace You can take in the entire beauty of the Bund and Huangpu River, especially during sunset and the lighting ceremony, which creates a great atmosphere. 🏨The Luneng JW Marriott Hotel, not far from the Pudong Art Museum, is truly the pinnacle of family-friendly hotels in the city. For their 2nd birthday, I took my daughters to stay in a family suite, and they absolutely loved it. The entire family floor is decorated with PAPAHUG's little animals, which is very child-friendly. ⛺️As soon as we entered the room, the sisters went straight into the tent to play house. The room's floor-to-ceiling windows offer a full view of the Huangpu River, and we enjoyed the beautiful scenery outside the window, savoring our exclusive parent-child time. 👀The hotel lobby's high-ceilinged corridor is very design-oriented, and on a good day, you can see the entire river view through the glass, which also makes for great photos. 🍽️For dinner, we went to the Ling·Yao Chinese restaurant on the 3rd floor of the hotel, which is also a Black Pearl restaurant. I liked the dishes here from the last visit, especially the soy sauce chicken, which is sweet and suitable for kids. The spicy chicken stir-fried with young green dragon peppers is also stunning, and if you like spicy food, don't miss it~ The stone pot tofu and black garlic beef are also highly recommended. The dishes are generally safe bets from presentation to taste, and the river view and environment are also nice~ Oh, and the hotel has a wide range of parent-child activities on weekends, which are well worth experiencing.

The third one globally|Shanghai JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, the first JW Marriott Marquis Hotel in China following Miami and Dubai~ A combination of modern and contemporary, everywhere is a luxurious ceremonial sense, experiencing the architectural aesthetics of every step. 📍Detailed address: No. 988 Puming Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 🏨Hotel environment: The hotel lobby is a huge A-shaped design, about 60 meters high, standing in the middle is really majestic, symmetrical triangular design, visually shocking! The design at the entrance is also eye-catching, because it comes from the same school as the Dubai Tower, so it has a bit of post-modern architectural style, you can take a snapshot when passing by the door, the picture is very comfortable. The hotel's swimming pool is also stunning, the swimming pool uses a fully transparent infinity design, the face value is super capable. The chandelier full of design sense has a bit of a crystal palace feel. 🛏Room facilities: The guest room is created by HBA, the world's number one hotel interior design firm. The main color of the room is composed of noble cream color and fresh pure white, the harmonious combination of marble, fabric, solid wood and glass, full of texture. On a good day, looking at the river view under the blue sky outside the window is super healing, and you don't want to leave. In addition to pure water and bagged tea, the room is equipped with a Nespresso coffee machine and capsule coffee. And the room wins in its view, if possible, be sure to book their river view room with a large floor-to-ceiling window, the room is by the river, and the whole house faces the river The bathtub and washbasin are very atmospheric. There are no obstructions in front of the hotel, the Huangpu River is close at hand, and the Bund building group is in sight. 🌟Highlights: Not only does it have a 180° invincible river view, but the side door leads to the Binjiang Walkway, which is just a few steps away from the Art Warehouse Restaurant and the Klahaber Yacht Club. 🍽Food recommendation: Breakfast is in the Air Track Kitchen on the second floor, those with a Chinese stomach can choose beef noodles or Yangchun noodles, and there are also chicken soup wontons. If you don't like noodles, then various porridge + pot stickers or fried dumplings are also good choices, and you can also make salty soy milk with freshly made egg pancakes...... Bread, salad, milk, coffee and various fresh juices are also indispensable, and it feels like you won't repeat breakfast here for a week.

🚗Location and Transportation Next to the Art Warehouse Museum, close to the river, quiet surroundings, after eating buffet, you can take a walk and enjoy the river view, it's amazing, the view is super wide, comfortable~ -▫️ 🏠Room: The room is quite large, the bed is big and comfortable, the quality of the bedding is also super good, I feel like I don't want to get up when I lie down. The desk and chair are very comfortable, overall, I quite like the decoration style. -▫️ And the room wins in its view, if possible, be sure to book their river view room, large floor-to-ceiling windows, the room is close to the river, the whole building faces the river, not the oblique kind that can only see a little bit of river view. -▫️ 🛀Bathtub and washbasin, very atmospheric There are no obstructions in front of the hotel, the Huangpu River is close at hand, and the Bund building group is in full view. -▫️ 🍴Catering☕️ Breakfast is in the Hangji Kitchen on the second floor, those with a Chinese stomach can choose beef noodles or Yangchun noodles, and there are also chicken soup small wontons. If you don't like noodles, then various porridges + pot stickers or pan-fried buns are also good choices, you can also make salty soy milk with freshly made egg pancakes, bread, salad, milk, coffee and various fresh juices, etc. It feels like eating breakfast here for a week will not be repeated! -▫️ Overall, I am very satisfied with this stay, every staff member I met was very patient, the service was very enthusiastic, the exterior and decoration visual effects of the hotel are very perfect, indeed in line with the brand's positioning. Sisters coming to Shanghai must not miss it! -▫️ Hotel: Shanghai Luneng JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Address: No. 988 Puming Road, Pudong New District

Finally came to check in at Shanghai JW Marquis, the 60-meter-high atrium with a view of the Huangpu River is really amazing! Modern and luxurious everywhere, you can stroll along the riverside promenade as soon as you go out, and the Art Warehouse Museum is also close at hand. Sitting in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows of the room on a rainy day, overlooking the ships coming and going on the Huangpu River is too romantic! Only when the geographical location, architectural design, uniqueness, hotel scale and diversified dining experience all meet strict requirements can they be crowned with the name of "Marquis". At present, Shanghai JW Marquis is the third after Miami, USA and Dubai, and the first JW Marquis hotel in China. The part of the atrium, like the skirt of a girl, has a sense of flow, the A-shaped skirt, makes people can't help but surprise when they step into the hotel and see it. If you want to take the most beautiful A-shape, remember to check in at the 3F corridor bridge! Every time you walk into the elevator, there is a sense of ceremony. What comes to your face is the exquisite theme relief art pattern, cleverly presenting the magic city scenery on the Huangpu River. Stepping into the room, the most eye-catching thing is the huge floor-to-ceiling windows with a 17-degree tilt, with the scenery of both banks of the Huangpu River in sight. Sitting in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows and taking a time-lapse photography is too wonderful! The room is a modern Chinese design style, elegant and fashionable. During breakfast time every day, you can also see the scenery of the Huangpu River in the Trajectory Kitchen. The transparent floor-to-ceiling windows, sitting by the window and eating delicious breakfast is too happy, there are many local delicacies, fried buns, small wontons, scallion oil noodles... The taste is particularly authentic! It is said that the culinary inspiration of the restaurant comes from major business cities around the world, and the theme port city will be changed regularly, as if sitting on a giant ship, allowing the taste buds to take a global trip.

The hotel is located by the Huangpu River, separated by a large lawn. The hotel integrates modern luxury into exquisite design, with many details highlighting ultimate elegance, exuding a unique Shanghai style. The overall shape is mainly in light colors, and the exterior architecture uses a lot of metal and glass as design decorations, making it more transparent and fresh in the scenery of the Huangpu River. The rooms present an open layout, and the interior design also continues the delicate and delicate Shanghai traditional style. Whether it's the elegant and simple room decoration paintings, or the specially crafted classical lamps, the panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, staring quietly at the sunset of the Huangpu River, is the best way to relax.

🏆As the first Shanghai Luneng JW Marriott Marquis Hotel in the country, it has always been one of the iconic hotels on the Huangpu River in Pudong New Area. It integrates modern luxury into exquisite design, creating 'JW Extraordinary Hospitality', interpreting a new low-key luxury in Shanghai. 🫧The agility of the water element is the unique temperament of this hotel from the inside out. The hotel's details show extreme elegance, exuding a unique Shanghai style. The overall shape of the hotel is mainly in light colors, and the exterior architecture uses a lot of metal and glass as design decorations, making it more transparent and fresh in the Jiangnan scenery of Shanghai. 🖼️The executive suite is the one I stayed in this time. The room presents an open layout, and its interior design also continues the delicate and delicate Shanghai traditional sentiment. Whether it's the elegant and simple room decoration paintings or the specially crafted classical lamps. There is an embedded round bathtub in front of the panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. It is the best way to relax when you are dazed at the sunset of the Huangpu River. 🥢The hotel's 'Ling·Le Manoir Ling' is a compound restaurant that combines Chinese food with overseas styles. It builds the taste restaurant of Miss Ling in Shanghai. Miss Ling's memories of her youth in Shanghai led to the birth of this casserole kitchen. The sizzling hot casserole and the rich aroma produced when the ingredients are stir-fried are all fresh in her memory. More precious memories have inspired the sensibility and warmth of Ling Restaurant, the essence of which is the concept of 'home'. In addition to exquisite dishes, elegant atmosphere and delicate service, Ling's gourmet can let people relive the irreplaceable warm experience of family banquet cooking.

The third JW Marriott Marquis Hotel in the world, looks plain from the outside, but the interior design is full of sense, especially the ultra-high hollow atrium, revealing the style of high-end business hotels everywhere. The hotel service is also very professional, the room bedding is very comfortable, and the lounge service and products are not perfunctory at all. It's worth checking in!