I must point out that this review is influenced by the fact we got a fantastic discounted rate through the sofitel site.... We stayed 7 nights just before the 60th anniversary of the PRC. This 5 star hotel was well situated i walking distance to a new pedestrian shopping street with a wide range of retail outlets. Staff were very... more

Sumptuous hotel room on 6th floor overlooking outdoor swimming pool. Executive desk and chair. For reasons unknown, the shaver socket did not work. Big flat screen TV but no BBC (is it coincidence that it is a French hotel chain!). Separate purpose-built spacious shower and bath. Window between bedroom and bathroom! However, an electrical screen could be moved down to... more

The dowtown, newly built SOFITEL Suzhou is no architectural gem but is better than many in China and is very user-friendly, as it should be and is above all, extremely comfortable; it would be hard to find a softer bed and pillows, a bigger bathroom and a quieter location. The Club Floor lounge is excellent, with complimentary booze and gourmet... more

Before you read this comentary please note that we two million milers and for various years hold a Diamond Card from Hilton. Consequently, my wife and I are very experienced travelers and this is the first time that we take the time to write a bad review about a hotel. In our tour of China we chose all of our... more

A weekend break from Shanghai was mixed with good and annoying moments First the good..great location, walk to the main pedestrian area, hotel architecture fits in with the style Suzhou is famous for. Now, the annoying bits....the room was so stuffy---partially explained by a bathroom where everything is heated, floor and mirrors included. The heat generated by the bathroom fixtures... more

I don't know what hotel the previous reviewers stayed at, but it wasn't the Sofitel we experienced. I booked three nights at the Suzhou Sofitel to make a comparison. I usually stay at the Suzhou Sheraton and sometimes at the Suzhou Shangri-La. Bottom line; we checked out after one night at the Sofitel and moved to the Sheraton. The Sofitel... more

We booked a delux room and was given a compliementary upgrade to the club floor, which was very impressive for a hotel was paid AUD$100 per night. The room was spacious and had great features. Bathroom was big with seperate shower and bath. Location of the hotel was great as it was situated in the old town, which is just... more

From the time my wife and I arrived, we were impressed with this hotel. The decor of the place is a good blend of Chinese and Western and very comfortable atmosphere exists from the lobby all the way through the rooms, the health centre, restaurants and bars. We had lunch in the Chinese restaurant and thought the food was great,... more

Read the other reviews, looked good but this is really a great hotel. Right in the heart of downtown, new and the service is outstanding, most speak English and nothing is too much trouble. Loved this hotel, one of the best. more