The location wasn't bad. It was close to Beijing Road (shopping area). The access to the metro station was 5-6 minutes walk. However, at the reception, it was very difficult to communicate in English. The bed was so hard, felt like sleeping on the concrete. The room didn't smell of cigarettes, but all the hallway, elevator areas and lobby were full of cigarette smell, which was horrible. There was no swimming pool, as advertised and the fitness room with a few old machines was payable, which is a joke!!!