Samokatus Hotels

An elegant and modern hotel offering Hilton-standard reliability with a boutique feel in Moscow's historic Tagansky district. Known for its stylish in-room Smeg appliances, incredibly comfortable bedding, and an abundant breakfast with freshly squeezed juice and self-made waffles. It is located a 10-minute walk from Rimskaya Metro, providing a quiet retreat from the bustling city center.

Located right on the Bund, the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai blends a restored century-old wing with a modern tower to offer spacious, marble-accented rooms, strong concierge service and memorable river views. Guests repeatedly praise the concierge team (Aaron, Coco, Tom and others) and the hotel's elegant public spaces; however, some reviewers note occasional front-desk lapses, aging infrastructure and noisy nights near mechanical equipment.

Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus is a classic luxury hotel in Beşiktaş known for sweeping Bosphorus views, a popular 14th‑floor terrace restaurant and consistently praised staff members (many reviews name individuals). Rooms can feel dated in parts, but executive lounge access, breakfast and the pool/spa area earn frequent compliments.

Conrad Shanghai sits on Nanjing East Road with spectacular Bund and city views from high floors, roomy modern rooms and a standout breakfast. Guests repeatedly praise specific staff (Ivy, Freya, Leo, Jacky, Quain‑G) for warm, proactive service, though some reviewers note dated bathrooms, elevator waits at peak times and inconsistent housekeeping.

A centrally located DoubleTree with clean, spacious rooms, a popular breakfast buffet and rooftop pool/terrace that many guests enjoy. Reviews repeatedly praise helpful staff members by name but also note inconsistent service, occasional billing/deposit issues and noise from the adjacent busy road. Overall a reliable choice for short city stays and shoppers, though not faultless for travellers seeking quiet or flawless luxury.