Safety Score
7/10
Currency
CNY
Language
Mandarin
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
About Shanghai
Shanghai, a dazzling blend of East and West, captivates travelers with its stunning skyline dominated by the futuristic Oriental Pearl Tower and the historic Bund's colonial architecture. This vibrant metropolis pulses with energy, offering a rich tapestry of culture, world-class cuisine, and bustling markets, making it an ideal destination for those seeking both modernity and tradition. Explore its vibrant neighborhoods, indulge in delectable street food, and immerse yourself in the dynamic arts scene that defines Shanghai's unique character.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Shanghai is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) months. These seasons offer mild and pleasant weather, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F), making it ideal for outdoor activitie
Where to Stay in Shanghai, China
Hotels & Accommodations in Shanghai
The listings are curated based on a number of parameters, including ratings by users on different platforms, hotel category, location, and overall guest satisfaction scores.
Fairmont Peace Hotel
The Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai provides an unforgettable experience, marked by impeccable service, luxurious amenities, and a sense of vintage glamour. Whether it's a staycation or a visit from abroad, guests are left with lasting memories.
The Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai provides an unforgettable experience, marked by impeccable service, luxurious amenities, and a sense of vintage glamour. Whether it's a staycation or a visit from abroad, guests are left with lasting memories.
- +Outstanding service
- +Luxurious ambience
- +Art Deco design
- -Average breakfast
The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong
The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong offers a remarkable luxury experience with top-notch service, stunning views, and exceptional dining options. Guests consistently praise the hotel's attention to detail, personalized service, and comfortable accommodations.
The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong offers a remarkable luxury experience with top-notch service, stunning views, and exceptional dining options. Guests consistently praise the hotel's attention to detail, personalized service, and comfortable accommodations.
- +Personalized service
- +Luxury accommodations
- +Exceptional dining
Renaissance Shanghai Caohejing Hotel
The Renaissance Shanghai Caohejing Hotel provides a comfortable and convenient stay for those visiting the nearby tech parks and corporate offices, with its spacious rooms, friendly staff, and wide variety of breakfast options.
The Renaissance Shanghai Caohejing Hotel provides a comfortable and convenient stay for those visiting the nearby tech parks and corporate offices, with its spacious rooms, friendly staff, and wide variety of breakfast options.
- +Convenient location
- +Spacious rooms
- +Friendly staff
- -None mentioned
Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund
Luxury accommodation in The Bund
The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai
The Portman Ritz-Carlton in Shanghai delivers an exceptional experience with its convenient location, high-quality service, and comfortable rooms. The historic property offers a blend of modern amenities and charm, making it a top choice for travelers.
The Portman Ritz-Carlton in Shanghai delivers an exceptional experience with its convenient location, high-quality service, and comfortable rooms. The historic property offers a blend of modern amenities and charm, making it a top choice for travelers.
- +Convenient location
- +Exceptional service
- +Modern rooms
- -Dated bathrooms
- -Rushed breakfast
Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai
Luxury accommodation in Pudong
InterContinental Shanghai Pudong
The InterContinental Shanghai Pudong offers a hospitable and professional experience, with guest-friendly staff and well-appointed suites, while the hotel's vintage charm and prestigious history provide a unique sense of luxury.
The InterContinental Shanghai Pudong offers a hospitable and professional experience, with guest-friendly staff and well-appointed suites, while the hotel's vintage charm and prestigious history provide a unique sense of luxury.
- +Exceptional hospitality
- +Helpful staff
- +IHG member recognition
- -Aging interiors
- -Inadequate air-conditioning
Grand Hyatt Shanghai
Luxury accommodation in Pudong
Hyatt on the Bund Hotel
Luxury accommodation in The Bund
Hotel Indigo Shanghai on The Bund
Luxury accommodation in Pudong
Grand Kempinski Hotel Shanghai
Luxury accommodation in The Bund
The Westin Bund Center Shanghai
Luxury accommodation in The Bund
Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai
Luxury accommodation in Pudong
Dorsett Shanghai
The Dorsett Shanghai is highly commended for its excellent location and commendable service, offering a comfortable stay with a few areas for improvement.
The Dorsett Shanghai is highly commended for its excellent location and commendable service, offering a comfortable stay with a few areas for improvement.
- +Excellent location
- +Great service
- +Spacious rooms
- -Dated property
- -Slow check-in/check-out
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Shanghai - Pudong
The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Shanghai - Pudong provides a decent stay with spacious rooms and impressive views, although some guests found the service and facilities lacking.
The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Shanghai - Pudong provides a decent stay with spacious rooms and impressive views, although some guests found the service and facilities lacking.
- +Spacious rooms
- +Great views
- +Decent breakfast
- -Dated facilities
- -Poor service
Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai-Pudong
The Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai-Pudong offers a comfortable and convenient stay with its spacious rooms, friendly service, and good value for money. The location, especially its proximity to Disneyland and the airport, adds to its appeal despite some minor maintenance issues.
The Courtyard by Marriott Shanghai-Pudong offers a comfortable and convenient stay with its spacious rooms, friendly service, and good value for money. The location, especially its proximity to Disneyland and the airport, adds to its appeal despite some minor maintenance issues.
- +Spacious rooms
- +Friendly staff
- +Good value
- -Needs updating
- -Limited English
Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road
The Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road is highly praised for its prime location, exceptional cleanliness, and accommodating staff. It provides a comfortable and convenient stay for exploring Shanghai.
The Holiday Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road is highly praised for its prime location, exceptional cleanliness, and accommodating staff. It provides a comfortable and convenient stay for exploring Shanghai.
- +Prime location
- +Exceptional cleanliness
- +Excellent breakfast
Courtyard Shanghai Xujiahui
The Courtyard Shanghai Xujiahui offers a comfortable stay with easy access to shopping and dining areas. The staff is professional and friendly, making the experience enjoyable.
The Courtyard Shanghai Xujiahui offers a comfortable stay with easy access to shopping and dining areas. The staff is professional and friendly, making the experience enjoyable.
- +Convenient location
- +Clean rooms
- +Helpful staff
- -Dated decor
- -Uncomfortable restaurant seating.
SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund
SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund provides an exceptional stay with its modern, spacious rooms, attentive staff, and excellent location. The hotel is particularly noted for its cleanliness and great value for money.
SSAW Boutique Hotel Shanghai Bund provides an exceptional stay with its modern, spacious rooms, attentive staff, and excellent location. The hotel is particularly noted for its cleanliness and great value for money.
- +Excellent location
- +Spacious rooms
- +Attentive staff
- -Maintenance issues
- -Inadequate cooling
The Eton Hotel
Great value accommodation in Pudong
Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel Classiq - Bund Circle Shanghai
The Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel Classiq - Bund Circle Shanghai is highly praised for its prime location, comfortable and spacious rooms, and exceptional service. Guests particularly appreciate the hotel's proximity to tourist attractions and the extraordinary skyline view.
The Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel Classiq - Bund Circle Shanghai is highly praised for its prime location, comfortable and spacious rooms, and exceptional service. Guests particularly appreciate the hotel's proximity to tourist attractions and the extraordinary skyline view.
- +Prime location
- +Comfortable rooms
- +Helpful staff
- -Thin pillows
- -Accessibility issues
Oriental Riverside Hotel
The Oriental Riverside Hotel in Shanghai offers a prime location with breathtaking views and convenient access to local attractions, despite some service issues.
The Oriental Riverside Hotel in Shanghai offers a prime location with breathtaking views and convenient access to local attractions, despite some service issues.
- +Prime location
- +Stunning views
- +Close to shopping
- -Poor service
- -Expensive extras
Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong
The Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong provides a pleasant experience marked by supportive staff, spacious rooms, and diverse amenities, although some facilities may need updating.
The Holiday Inn Shanghai Pudong provides a pleasant experience marked by supportive staff, spacious rooms, and diverse amenities, although some facilities may need updating.
- +Prime location
- +Spacious rooms
- +Helpful staff
- -Faulty facilities
- -Overpriced breakfast
Atour Hotel Shanghai Bund Nanjing East Road
The Atour Hotel Shanghai Bund Nanjing East Road provides an exceptional stay with excellent service, including laundry, and a convenient location.
The Atour Hotel Shanghai Bund Nanjing East Road provides an exceptional stay with excellent service, including laundry, and a convenient location.
- +Great location
- +Complimentary laundry service
- +Room cleanliness
- -Overcharging issues
- -Unready rooms
Shanghai JOYFU YARD Hotel
Great value accommodation in Pudong
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Where to Stay in Shanghai - Best Hotels & Accommodations
Choosing where to stay in Shanghai is one of the most important parts of planning your trip. Our guide covers 25 of the best hotels, boutique stays, and budget accommodations in Shanghai, China, so you can find the right place to stay for your travel style and budget.
Popular places to stay in Shanghai include Fairmont Peace Hotel, The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong, Renaissance Shanghai Caohejing Hotel, all praised for their central locations, service, and value. Each is handpicked from real traveller reviews.
The best area to stay in Shanghai depends on your priorities. Central neighbourhoods give easy access to top sights, while staying in local districts offers a more authentic Shanghai experience. Being close to public transport often makes more difference than being right next to the main attractions.
Browse Shanghai's best hotels and accommodations below. Whether you need a luxury hotel, a family-friendly stay, or a budget hostel in Shanghai, our curated list covers all options so you can book with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shanghai
What is the best area to stay in Shanghai?
The best area depends on your priorities. City center locations offer convenience but may be pricier. Neighborhoods slightly outside the center can offer better value while still being well-connected.
When should I book accommodation in Shanghai?
For the best rates and availability, book 2-3 months in advance, especially during peak season. Last-minute deals can be found, but selection may be limited.
What type of accommodation is best for Shanghai?
Shanghai offers hotels, apartments, hostels, and boutique stays. Hotels work well for shorter trips, while apartments suit longer stays or families. Check our recommendations above for top-rated options.
Explore More of Shanghai
About Shanghai, China
Shanghai is one of China's most visited destinations, celebrated for The Bund, Oriental Pearl Tower, Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai Tower. The city draws travellers who come to experience its unique blend of history, culture, and modern life — a character shaped over centuries that few destinations in Asia can match. Whether you're planning a short city break or a longer trip, Shanghai has enough depth and variety to reward every type of visitor.
Our free Shanghai guide covers 12 attractions and points of interest, from iconic landmarks and historic sites to local markets, parks, and neighbourhood highlights. The city's top attractions span a broad range of interests — museum lovers will find world-class collections and gallery spaces, while those who prefer open-air exploration can discover historic quarters, waterfront districts, and green spaces that reveal Shanghai's everyday character. Most major sights are reachable on foot or by public transport, making it easy to combine several stops in a single day without needing to hire a car or join an organised tour.
The food scene in Shanghai is one of the city's enduring draws. Our guide features 25 handpicked restaurants and dining spots, ranging from street food stalls and neighbourhood eateries serving authentic China cuisine to mid-range bistros and higher-end dining with atmosphere and views. Eating well in Shanghai doesn't require a large budget — some of the most memorable meals come from simple local places that most visitors walk straight past. Taking the time to explore different areas and neighbourhoods quickly reveals how Shanghai's food culture reflects the broader personality of the city and its people.
Choosing where to stay shapes the entire experience of a Shanghai visit. Our guide includes 25 vetted accommodation options across the city's main districts, covering budget-friendly hostels, mid-range hotels, boutique properties, and apartments suited to longer stays or families. Staying centrally puts the main sights within easy walking distance, but choosing a quieter neighbourhood a little further out often delivers better value and a more authentic local feel. The right area depends on what matters most to you — whether that's access to key attractions, good public transport links, proximity to the best restaurants, or simply finding a part of Shanghai that fits your pace.
A few practical details worth knowing before you travel: the local language is Mandarin; the currency is CNY; the best time to visit is The best time to visit Shanghai is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) months. These seasons offer mild and pleasant weather, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F), making it ideal for outdoor activitie. Getting around Shanghai is generally straightforward — most cities in China offer a reliable mix of metro, bus, and tram networks, with central areas compact enough to cover on foot. Local customs, tipping etiquette, safety advice, and money-saving strategies are all covered in the dedicated Shanghai travel tips section of this free guide, which is updated regularly to reflect current conditions on the ground.
