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Shanghai Hongqiao Heyitang Hotel Beixinjing Subway Station Branch

Hotel in Changning, Shanghai

Shanghai Hongqiao Heyitang Hotel Beixinjing Subway Station Branch features a fitness centre, garden, a restaurant and bar in Shanghai.

K
KYRIAKI
From
Greece
I had a fantastic stay at this hotel. The location is very convenient, right next to the metro, and the rooms are modern, spacious, and well equipped. The food was excellent, with great quality and variety. The hotel even offered a free city tour with excellent guides, which made the experience unforgettable. What truly stood out was the outstanding staff—always attentive, professional, and eager to help. Many thanks especially to Jane and Jonshon at the front desk who went above and beyond with recommendations and assistance. Their warmth and dedication truly elevated my stay—I felt cared for at every moment.Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews
Price from
US$127.36
1 night, 2 adults

Today Aparthotel West Lujiazui Shanghai

Hotel in Pudong, Shanghai

Attractively set in the Pudong district of Shanghai, Today Aparthotel West Lujiazui Shanghai is situated 1.7 km from Shanghai World Financial Centre SWFC, 2.1 km from Jin Mao Tower and 3.2 km from...

a
andy
From
Philippines
The room is large, the subway is convenient, and it is clean and tidy
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews
Price from
US$66.78
1 night, 2 adults

Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong Airport, an IHG Hotel

Hotel in Pudong, Shanghai

Situated in Shanghai and with Shanghai Disneyland reachable within 24 km, Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong Airport, an IHG Hotel features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a...

V
Vanessa
From
New Zealand
So easy to get to terminal from the hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 531 reviews
Price from
US$109.64
1 night, 2 adults

SAVHE Atour Hotel on the Bund Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street -Free night snacks and afternoon tea

Hotel in Hongkou, Shanghai

SAVHE Atour Hotel on the Bund Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street -Free night snacks and afternoon tea has a fitness centre, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Shanghai.

В
Виктория
From
Russia
I liked everything about this hotel: starting with the helping staff, food, afternoon tea, evening tea, the interior design and finishing the meditation room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
Price from
US$140.39
1 night, 2 adults

Tonight Homestay West Nanjing Road Branch Shanghai

Hotel in Jing'an, Shanghai

Ideally located in the Jing'an district of Shanghai, Tonight Homestay West Nanjing Road Branch Shanghai is set 1.7 km from Jade Buddha Temple, 2.1 km from Shanghai Railway Station and 2.2 km from...

V
Valeriia
From
Russia
Excellent owner, very kind, polite, understanding and just cute 😅 Helped us with the registration, always answered all questions, was super understanding with the payment method and check in time. And sent stickers😂 Building might look old and scary, but apartment is great, clean, enjoyed being there 🥺💜 Thanks a lot for having us there☺️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
Price from
US$82.07
1 night, 2 adults

Tonight Homestay Jing'an Temple Branch Shanghai

Hotel in Jing'an, Shanghai

2.3 km from Jade Buddha Temple, Tonight Homestay Jing'an Temple Branch Shanghai is located in Shanghai and provides free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

T
Tamara
From
Netherlands
Great place, clean, good location near metro station. Quit at night. Fast and easy communication with host via WeChat.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 294 reviews
Price from
US$73.43
1 night, 2 adults

Shanghai ruochu designer Guesthouse上海若初设计师民宿--近上海浦东国际机场及迪士尼

Pudong, Shanghai

Located within 6.7 km of Shanghai Disneyland and 22 km of Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Shanghai ruochu designer Guesthouse上海若初设计师民宿--近上海浦东国际机场及迪士尼 provides rooms with air conditioning and a...

M
Minette
From
South Africa
Unique place with super friendly hosts. Junjun treated me like a favourite sister. I felt at home. Great breakfast. Fantastic beds. I slept like a queen. Thank you.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews
Price from
US$57.22
1 night, 2 adults

Dayin Garden Hotel -People's Square & Nanjing Road-Large Social Area -Bar -Café -Gym -Free Laundry Luggage Storage -24H Front Desk-English Service

Hotel in Jing'an, Shanghai

Located in Shanghai and with Shanghai Railway Station reachable within 1.9 km, Dayin Garden Hotel -People's Square & Nanjing Road-Large Social Area -Bar -Café -Gym -Free Laundry Luggage Storage -24H...

K
Kirsty
From
New Zealand
Susu was really helpful , and kindly organised a taxi . She went the extra mile to get us a great rate 😊… The cleaning staff even offerred to share breakfast with us - very friendly and helpful. Impressed with all the staff. Definately reccommend stay 🌟
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 260 reviews
Price from
US$133.29
1 night, 2 adults

上海柠檬汁民宿 Shanghai lemon juic B&B -Shanghai Lemon Deluxe Room外滩南京东路步行街

Huangpu, Shanghai

上海柠檬汁民宿 Shanghai lemon juic B&B -Shanghai Lemon Deluxe Room外滩南京东路步行街 features rooms with free WiFi in the centre of Shanghai.

T
Thea
From
Philippines
Fantastic location. The owner is such a wonderful person. I highly recommended this property to China travel fb groups too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Price from
US$280.64
1 night, 2 adults

Shanghai Lerongju Boutique Apartment Metro Line 8 20meter

Yangpu, Shanghai

Situated 2.9 km from Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum, Shanghai Lerongju Boutique Apartment Metro Line 8 20meter offers a fitness centre, and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

S
Sajmir
From
Albania
Everything. Lisa was the life saver for me. Once arrived my app didn’t work and my luggage got delayed for 20 hours . She talked with them found it delivered t the hotel . Helped every time with taxi , recommendations . She is amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
Price from
US$54.96
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,657 reviews

    Featuring a fitness centre, a restaurant as well as a bar, Crowne Plaza Shanghai Nanjing Road by IHG is located in the centre of Shanghai, 300 metres from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd..

    From US$217.71 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews

    Conveniently located in the centre of Shanghai, Crystal Orange Hotel - Shanghai The Bund Jinling East Road offers buffet breakfast and free WiFi.

    From US$116.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,482 reviews

    Conveniently located at Nanjing Road pedestrian street, the Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road is overlooking the Century Square, adjacent to the People Square and The Bund, known as the “International...

    From US$182.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    In a prime location in the centre of Shanghai, JI Hotel (Shanghai People's Square Middle Fujian Road) provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant and free WiFi.

    From US$117.79 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,501 reviews

    Dayin Youth Hostel - East Nanjing Road & People's Square & The Bund -Large Social Area -Bar -Café -Gym -Free Laundry Luggage Storage -24H Front Desk -English Service has a fitness centre, shared...

    From US$252.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 812 reviews

    Ideally set in the centre of Shanghai, Dayin - Nanjing Road & People's Square & The Bund offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private parking and room service.

    From US$277.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,701 reviews

    SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund is ideally located next to the Yu Garden and The Bund in the bustling Huangpu District. Yu Garden Subway Station on line 10 is a 2-minute walk away.

    From US$238.52 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 267 reviews

    In a prime location in the Huangpu district of Shanghai, Atour Light Hotel Shanghai People's Square Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street-FreeMini Bar and Free Night Snacks is located 700 metres from...

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 325 reviews

    Well set in Shanghai, Opartment - People's Square 远东饭店 - 人民广场 provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

    From US$258.03 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

    In the heart of Shanghai, Molly Homestay - Nanjing East Road the Bund 3-Bedroom with Elevator Apartment offers rooms with free WiFi.

    From US$327.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Ideally situated in the Huangpu district of Shanghai, Atour Light Hotel Shanghai The Bund East Jinling Road is situated 1.2 km from Yu Garden, 1.1 km from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd.

    From US$104.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Book and Bed-People's Square offers accommodation within 200 metres of the centre of Shanghai, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a fridge.

    From US$126.21 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Downtown, 3B2B, near Pedestrian St, the Bund, Pearl Tower features accommodation within 200 metres of the centre of Shanghai, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with an oven, a microwave and a fridge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Right in the centre of Shanghai, situated within a short distance of Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd.

    From US$362.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

    In a prime location in Shanghai, Shanghai Elong Hotel by the bund and Nanjing road Pedestrian street provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a restaurant.

    From US$138.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 208 reviews

    Shanghai Fish Inn People Square features free WiFi and views of city in Shanghai.

    From US$63.17 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Set in Shanghai, 1.5 km from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd. And 2.7 km from Jing'an Temple, Hills &XING 1771 Homestay near Line1&2&13 and Shanghai People's Square offers air conditioning.

    From US$25,269.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

    Book and Bed - Yuyuan Garden features accommodation within 1.2 km of the centre of Shanghai, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster.

    From US$303.24 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Set in Shanghai, 800 metres from Yu Garden and 1.3 km from the centre, Pure Home-Near the Bund enjoys the beautiful scenery of the Bund 3-bedhome close to Yuyuan Garden Huaihai Road and Nanjing Road...

    From US$473.81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Set within 700 metres of Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd. And 1.2 km of People's Square, 唯庭酒店上海人民广场地铁站长征医院店 offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Shanghai.

    From US$1,403.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Right in the heart of Shanghai, situated within a short distance of People's Square and Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd., Shanghai Hills&Well-time MCM Family loft Near Line2 and line13 West...

    From US$120.33 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Well located in the centre of Shanghai, Rezen Estelle Hotel - East Nanjing Rd, City Center provides buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$170.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Set in the Huangpu district of Shanghai, Sunny Abode-Bund view apartment 300m from Yu Garden Modern luxury 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offers accommodation with a heated pool, free WiFi, a 24-hour...

    From US$265.33 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Set less than 1 km from the centre of Shanghai, a 14-minute walk from Pedestrian Street of East Nanjing Rd., Uffice apartment offers air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace, a garden and a bar.

    From US$112.31 per night

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  • Avg. price/night: US$77.92
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 888 reviews
    Great staff, amazing location, very clean, FANTASTIC amenities and good coffe (trust me, I am Italian). The stay was great! The bed was super comfortable, a very good bathroom, a common area with balcony, water dispenser with ice, coffe machine, washing machine and dryer! It has everything!
    Guest review by
    Valentina
    Solo traveller
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews
    The room was very clean and comfortable. It had everything you can ask for. The location was truely goog, because the Metro was right in front of the door. The Maglev Train not even 5 min by foot. In the area there is a little coffee shop and a very cheap, but good breakfast spot, so breakfast in the Hotel for extra charge is not nescessary.
    Guest review by
    Maasuma
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$252.58
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,501 reviews
    Good location, very clean, comfortable bed, lots of bathrooms, there are convenience stores and cheap local restaurants nearby.
    Guest review by
    Krongtum
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$238.52
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,701 reviews
    Lovely room, the bath tub with a city view was an added bonus- but the room was lovely even without that, extra large comfortable bed, very clean, stocked fridge everyday. Breakfast was excellent, with good choice for everyone. Bar prices were good too and the terrace over looking the city at night is a lovely place for an evening drink. Location is ideal- easy walk to the Bund, Yu Yuan garden and the old town shopping street. Staff were also lovely and friendly- would definitely recommend- ideal place to stay in Shanghai
    Guest review by
    Rachael
    Young couple