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Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026November 2026 edition
AI Hotel Landscape
How leading AI assistants recommend hotels: 616 prompts across 56 destinations, a monthly edition checked before it is published.
Data is directional. Some prompts retry due to upstream variance, so absolute counts can shift ±5% between editions.
Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre
How 6 AI assistants recommend this property. Week of November 2, 2026. Tracked for 25 weeks.
Latest edition
4
mentions across 6 AIs
Peak
9
best week
Mentioning AIs
2/6
latest edition
Total links
92
all time
Location
555 Xi Zang Zhong Lu, People's Square, Huang Pu Qu, Shang Hai Shi, China, 200003
PROMPTS
Where this hotel showed up
Each prompt below resolved to Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre at least once. The "reason" is the AI's own one-line explanation when it returned the hotel in structured form.
“best hotels in Shanghai for solo travelers”Shanghai, US5 of 6 AIs12 weeks15 quotes
“best hotels in Shanghai for solo travelers”
Shanghai, US5 of 6 AIs12 weeks15 quotes
ChatGPT · 11-02
“Central location near People's Square and Nanjing Road with reliable service and convenient transport, good for first-time solo visitors.”
Gemini · 10-19
“Offers upscale amenities, robust security, and an optimal downtown location near transport hubs ideal for independent explorers.”
Google AI Mode · 08-03
“Located right at the major transit nexus of People's Square, it provides exceptional solo-friendly accessibility, top-tier service, and easy navigation around the city.”
Perplexity · 08-03
“Modern amenities with strong security and easy access to metro and central sights.”
Perplexity · 07-27
“Upscale amenities, multiple dining options, and a well-rated spa, ideal for solo travelers seeking comfort.”
Gemini · 07-20
“Situated steps from Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street and People's Square metro, this hotel is exceptionally highly-rated for safety and convenience, making solo navigation across the city a breeze.”
“family friendly hotels in Shanghai”Shanghai, US5 of 6 AIs25 weeks52 quotes
“family friendly hotels in Shanghai”
Shanghai, US5 of 6 AIs25 weeks52 quotes
Gemini · 11-02
“Located near People's Square, it offers an indoor pool, family-friendly connecting rooms, and children's amenities right in the heart of downtown.”
ChatGPT · 11-02
“Sits near Nanjing Road shopping street and offers a swimming pool and family accommodation options.”
Gemini · 10-19
“This central luxury hotel features a spacious indoor pool and easy walking access to People's Park, making it ideal for family adventures.”
Google AI Mode · 10-12
“Centrally located near People's Square with spacious family rooms and a great indoor pool for relaxing after sightseeing.”
ChatGPT · 10-12
“It is close to Nanjing Road and People's Square metro connections, making it a practical base for sightseeing in central Shanghai.”
Gemini · 10-05
“This upscale hotel features spacious family-friendly amenities, an indoor pool, and a central location near top city attractions.”
“best hotels in Shanghai for business travelers”Shanghai, US4 of 6 AIs19 weeks26 quotes
“best hotels in Shanghai for business travelers”
Shanghai, US4 of 6 AIs19 weeks26 quotes
ChatGPT · 11-02
“Close to People's Square with excellent metro connectivity and an executive lounge, convenient for meetings across the city.”
Google AI Mode · 10-12
“Centrally located in Huangpu with world-class business amenities and meeting facilities.”
Copilot · 10-05
“Located in People's Square with excellent business facilities, meeting rooms, and easy metro access.”
Google AI Mode · 10-05
“Ideally positioned in downtown People's Square with exceptional convention spaces and convenient access to the city's major commercial hubs.”
Copilot · 09-28
“Upscale property with excellent meeting facilities and central location for business.”
Google AI Mode · 09-28
“Located in the absolute center of Shanghai with extensive corporate amenities and meeting spaces ideal for business travelers.”
“best hotels in Shanghai”Shanghai, US2 of 6 AIs4 weeks4 quotes
“best hotels in Shanghai”
Shanghai, US2 of 6 AIs4 weeks4 quotes
Google AI Mode · 08-03
“Ideally positioned in downtown Shanghai near People's Square, providing unmatched access to the city's best shopping and dining.”
Perplexity · 06-15
“A centrally located upscale hotel with strong reviews, spa, pool, and easy access to People's Square and Nanjing Road.”
Perplexity · 06-01
“A highly rated central luxury hotel near People's Square with full-service amenities and strong guest feedback.”
Perplexity · 05-25
“A centrally located upscale hotel near People’s Square with strong reviews, dining, spa, and pool facilities.”
“affordable hotels in Shanghai under $200”Shanghai, US2 of 6 AIs5 weeks5 quotes
“affordable hotels in Shanghai under $200”
Shanghai, US2 of 6 AIs5 weeks5 quotes
ChatGPT · 06-08
“High-end city-center hotel that occasionally falls within the upper end of the stated budget.”
ChatGPT · 05-25
“High-end Marriott property in a prime downtown location that frequently offers strong value within budget.”
ChatGPT · 05-18
“Best overall balance of location, upscale comfort, and value for travelers staying under a $200 budget.”
ChatGPT · 05-11
“Modern amenities and central location near Nanjing Road, suitable for families.”
Gemini · 05-04
“This large-scale luxury hotel offers a central hub for travelers with frequent competitive pricing near the Nanjing Road shopping district.”
“luxury hotels in Shanghai”Shanghai, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“luxury hotels in Shanghai”
Shanghai, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
Google AI Mode · 10-12
“A premier luxury destination offering stellar skyline views right in the absolute center of the city.”
“best hotels in The Bund, Shanghai”Shanghai, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“best hotels in The Bund, Shanghai”
Shanghai, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
Perplexity · 08-10
“Modern rooms and multiple dining options near central sights.”
“hotels near Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai”Shanghai, US1 of 6 AIs4 weeks4 quotes
“hotels near Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai”
Shanghai, US1 of 6 AIs4 weeks4 quotes
Perplexity · 07-06
“Upscale hotel with refined dining options and a short ride to Lujiazui skyline views near the Bund area.”
Perplexity · 05-25
“A reliable upscale option in central Shanghai that works well for sightseeing around Pudong and the tower area.”
Perplexity · 05-18
“A reliable central hotel with strong reviews, making it a good base for reaching Oriental Pearl Tower and the Bund area.”
Perplexity · 05-11
“A reliable full-service hotel with strong transit access, making it a practical base for visiting Oriental Pearl Tower.”
“best hotels in Shanghai for couples”Shanghai, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“best hotels in Shanghai for couples”
Shanghai, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
Perplexity · 05-11
“An upscale hotel with a spa, indoor pool, and refined dining that works well for a couples stay.”
PER-AI MENTIONS
Mentions per AI assistant, by edition
One line per AI. Each point is the number of times the assistant named this property across the 11 prompt templates for its city, that week.
ChatGPTGeminiPerplexityGrokCopilotGoogle AI Mode
Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026
| Week | ChatGPT | Gemini | Perplexity | Grok | Copilot | Google AI Mode | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2, 2026 | 3 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 4 |
| October 19, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| October 12, 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 3 |
| October 5, 2026 | — | 1 | — | — | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| September 28, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| September 21, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| September 14, 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 |
| August 31, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 4 | — | 4 |
| August 24, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | 2 | — | 4 |
| August 17, 2026 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| August 10, 2026 | — | 2 | 2 | — | 1 | — | 5 |
| August 3, 2026 | — | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | 3 | 7 |
| July 27, 2026 | — | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | — | 4 |
| July 20, 2026 | — | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | 3 |
| July 13, 2026 | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | 2 |
| July 6, 2026 | 2 | — | 1 | — | — | — | 3 |
| June 29, 2026 | 3 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 4 |
| June 15, 2026 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1 | 3 |
| June 8, 2026 | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | 2 |
| June 1, 2026 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 2 |
| May 25, 2026 | 3 | 1 | 2 | — | 1 | 2 | 9 |
| May 18, 2026 | 4 | — | 3 | — | — | 2 | 9 |
| May 11, 2026 | 2 | — | 3 | — | — | 2 | 7 |
| May 4, 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 3 |
| April 27, 2026 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | 2 |
LINK MIX
Where AIs send users for this hotel
When the AI links the hotel, where does it point — the hotel's own site (direct), an OTA like Booking.com, a chain page like Marriott.com, or something else?
All time (92 links)
Direct 83%OTA 15%Google Travel 1%Other 1%
Week-by-week
November 2, 20262 links / 4 mentions
October 19, 20260 links / 2 mentions
October 12, 20263 links / 3 mentions
October 5, 20264 links / 4 mentions
September 28, 20263 links / 3 mentions
September 21, 20262 links / 2 mentions
September 14, 20261 links / 1 mentions
August 31, 20264 links / 4 mentions
August 24, 20264 links / 4 mentions
August 17, 20264 links / 4 mentions
August 10, 20265 links / 5 mentions
August 3, 20267 links / 7 mentions
July 27, 20264 links / 4 mentions
July 20, 20263 links / 3 mentions
July 13, 20262 links / 2 mentions
July 6, 20263 links / 3 mentions
June 29, 20264 links / 4 mentions
June 15, 20263 links / 3 mentions
June 8, 20262 links / 2 mentions
June 1, 20262 links / 2 mentions
May 25, 20269 links / 9 mentions
May 18, 20269 links / 9 mentions
May 11, 20267 links / 7 mentions
May 4, 20263 links / 3 mentions
April 27, 20262 links / 2 mentions
Direct (own site + chain page) OTA Other