Mels Weldon Dongguan Humen — Hotel in Dongguan

Hi! I booked the Mels Weldon because of its location. I saw it on goole maps, noted it was only a few km from a local materials market and booked it one night for me and two other associates. ||||The Pros --||||Staying in a skycraper -- I really had no idea this hotel was the big 60+ story skyscraper in Humenzhen. It's the only building that tall in town so even if you're on a lower floor, you still have a great view. My room was on the 53rd floor which (to date) is the highest hotel room I've ever stayed in. I don't take baths but who could resist soaking in a tub with a commanding view of the streets below?||||Huge room -- Felt more like a suite then a room with a large bedroom, office area, massive bathroom complete with walk-in closet style dressing area, double sink vanity and separated bath/shower/toilet. Would have loved to have "moved in" a little more but was only there for a night.||||Great Service -- The front desk was great as was the concierge, who recommended a real locals spot to a bunch of western-looking types. ||||Location -- In spite of some reviewers saying it was in a dodgy spot, I'd say it was in a vibrant spot full of REAL China, not a whitewashed expat neighborhood. No one harassed us, we walked around extensively and while there was some blight, I never felt in danger. Decent street food and tons of local malls/shops to haggle with often comically going after famous brands. ||||Breakfast with a View -- Breakfast is on one of the highest floors so you'll have a nice view even if you got a room with a low floor. Breakfast was standard for a higher end Chinese Hotel, we got there early, almost had the place to ourselves but when 9-o-clock rolled around the masses showed up. I'd recommend an early start. ||||The Cons --||||Fit & Finish -- You could feel the place is not in first order even if the aesthetics are still pleasing. Keeping up on a 60-story building must be no small task but I think it's fair to point out that upkeep of the rooms and in the gym area could be a lot better. This hotel can't be that old and yet little things like loose tiles in the shower, shower heads caked with hard water deposits spraying every which way, excessive wear in the furniture, desks, chairs, etc. The hot tubs in the locker room were out of commission and the general state of the men's locker room was nothing short of gross. Towels thrown everywhere, some guy sitting (basically naked) with his feet up on the non-working hot tubs snoozing, waking up and spitting everywhere. Windows so caked with general grime it was somewhat hard to see outside (it's China, I get it but still).||||Internet Security -- Please, look into better internet security. I have never gotten so many virus blocks in one hotel. Every 5 seconds my scan picked something else up. It got to the point where I just didn't use it. ||||Dark -- I like a dark room and the aesthetics of the rooms are nice. That said, as many other reviewers have pointed out, it is hard to get light when you need it. It's a game of "find the switch." It would be nice to be able to turn the lights on when you need it, like when you're checking out and you want to make sure you're not leaving anything behind. Or you want t make sure the room is clean. Things like that.||||I hope this helps! I always believe in giving honest, informative reviews. In spite of the cons, I will likely stay here again in the...

During my recent stay at the hotel, I was extremely disappointed with the overall experience. To begin with, the hotel's facilities were outdated and in poor condition. The furniture in the rooms was old and worn out, and the decor was in dire need of an update, which made the environment less comfortable and uninviting.In addition, I was frustrated with the hotel's response to my request for a phone charger. Despite multiple requests, it took a long time before I was finally provided with one. This was highly inconvenient, especially considering that I needed my phone for work purposes.Furthermore, the television in my room was not working, which added to my dissatisfaction. This was a basic amenity that should have been functioning properly, and it was disappointing to have to deal with such issues during my stay.The front desk staff's attitude was also unacceptable. They were cold and unprofessional, which made me feel unwelcome. I expected a warm and friendly welcome, but instead, I was met with indifference.Lastly, the hotel staff did not proactively assist me during my stay. I needed help with my luggage, but no one offered to help, and I had to carry it myself. This lack of service was frustrating and unacceptable.Overall, my experience at the hotel was highly unsatisfactory. The outdated facilities, poor response to my requests, and lack of assistance from the staff made my stay less enjoyable. I hope the hotel management takes note of these issues and takes the necessary steps to improve its services and facilities for...

Check in process is fast, staff is friendly. Hotel is located just beside the fashion shopping mall, really accessible for me to deposit my loots and then go back to shop again. :) Big and spacious room, was given a high level room with an excellent view of the city. Nice toilet with a big bathtub in the middle. Hotel is clean and tidy. Wanted to give the hotel a higher rating until something unpleasant happened on the day we check out. I was told by the reception that I can call a taxi at the concierge area and the rate will be around 100rmb, not more than 120rmb. Then when I went down to inform a guy in the blazer on my request, he told me he has a driver and it will cost 200rmb. I was appalled and horrified by how the staff working in a 5 star hotel would do such an unethical act to get personal gain from it. In the end I just get my own transport via the mobile application - Didi and indeed the ride was only 110rmb. I hope the hotel can look into...