This time, I brought my child to Shanghai to visit the Science and Technology Museum and the Natural History Museum. I deliberately avoided crowded downtown hotels and chose the Parkview Hotel Shanghai on Dingxiang Road. I originally only wanted it to be close to the scenic spot, but after staying for two nights, I unexpectedly gained a short trip time that relaxed to my bones.
Just got off the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum Station on Metro Line 2, and it's a five minute walk to the hotel entrance. You don't have to take a detour or take a taxi, and it's particularly easy to walk with your luggage. When checking in, the front desk heard that we brought children with us. Not only did they quickly complete the procedures, but they also took the initiative to hand over a small box of children's puzzles, reminding us that children's slippers and mouthwash cups were placed in advance in the room. They were afraid that the children would get tired from running, so they specially arranged a lower floor room near the elevator for us. Pushing open the door of the 35 square meter room, the space was much more spacious than expected. Two beds were placed side by side without squeezing, and the small sofa by the window was just enough to hold the child's backpack and coat. Even the child's favorite dinosaur doll had a place to spread it out.
The most convenient thing is the geographical location. The next day, there was no need to rush to the morning rush hour. It took only ten minutes to walk to the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum, where the child spent a full six hours. At noon, the child went back to the hotel for a peaceful nap, without having to wander around in the car. In the evening, the child leisurely walked to the adjacent Oriental Art Center to watch a children's play. After finishing the show, the child took two steps back to the hotel, without worrying about the child sleeping on the way late at night. The nearby Lianyang Square and Thumb Square can be reached by shared bike in ten minutes. If you want to eat local cuisine, convenience stores, or internet famous desserts, you can easily find them by taking a turn downstairs, without having to travel long distances just to eat.
There are also many surprises hidden in the details of the hotel. The breakfast is in the all day restaurant on the first floor. The variety is not extravagant, but everything is appetizing. The small Wonton and noodles cooked now are steaming hot, as well as the stir fried seasonal vegetables. Eating with children will not feel greasy. On weekends at 9 o'clock, there's no need to wait in long lines to dine. Find a seat by the window and sit down. The green plants outside the window sway with light and shadow, even slowing down the pace of eating. At night, when my child fell asleep, I stood by the window and looked out. The greenery of Century Park extended into the distance, and the night view of Pudong was bright among the buildings, without the hustle and bustle of the bustling city. It was so quiet that I could hear the sound of the wind sweeping through the leaves.
Before leaving, the child still held onto the puzzle given by the front desk and refused to give up, saying that he would stay here next time he came to watch the performance. In the past, when taking a child on a trip, I always thought it wouldn't be a waste to rush to tourist attractions and stay in popular hotels. However, this time when I stayed at Parkview Hotel Shanghai, I realized that choosing the right place to stay and not having to rush around is the most comfortable way for parent-child travel.Show more